Michael "Mike" John Grelle

Michael "Mike" John Grelle

November 25, 1964 - April 28, 2023

Obituary

FITCHBURG- Michael John Grelle, age 58, passed away on Friday, April 28, 2023.


Michael truly lived his Christian faith. He put his family, friends and everyone that needed help before himself. He was an exemplar of showing love through action, leaving a legacy of tenacity, devotion and sacrifice. The only love that surpassed his love of nature was his love of family. Through his life, he maintained a passion for outdoors activities including hunting, fishing and various sports.


Michael was preceded in death by his cherished mother, Margaret Ann Grelle. He is survived by his loving family: wife, Dawn; daughter, Heather (Marco) and their daughter, Neriah; son, Matt; brother, Chris (Bridget) and their children, Aidan and Bryce; brother-in-law, David Smith; and his father, John Christopher Grelle.


A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. THOMAS AQUINAS CATHOLIC CHURCH, 602 Everglade Drive, Madison, at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, May 9, 2023, with Father Bart Timmerman presiding.  Visitation will be held at GUNDERSON FITCHBURG FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 2950 Chapel Valley Road, Fitchburg, from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Monday, May 8, 2023, and also at the church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the Mass on Tuesday.  Memorials may be made to the family for a future fund to be established, or to the Stoddard Bergen Fire Department.
 

Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.


Gunderson Fitchburg
Funeral & Cremation Care
2950 Chapel Valley Road
(608) 442-5002




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Visitation
Mon May 8, 2023 @ 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM CDT
Gunderson Fitchburg Funeral & Cremation Care • 2950 Chapel Valley Road, Fitchburg, WI 53711
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Visitation
Tue May 9, 2023 @ 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM CDT
St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church • 602 Everglade Dr., Madison, WI 53717
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Mass of Christian Burial
Tue May 9, 2023 @ 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM CDT
St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church • 602 Everglade Dr., Madison, WI 53717
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Livestream
Tue May 9, 2023 @ 11:01 AM - 11:45 AM CDT
St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church • 602 Everglade Dr., Madison, WI 53717
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TheThornburgs
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we loved you as a brother Mike RIP we will always miss you
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Jennifer (Bernatovich) Leclaire
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Mike was a high school classmate though I met him in 8th grade through some St Pius friends. Every time I saw him, he was smiling and cracking silly jokes. Last I saw him was the summer of 2021 and he was same as always. May God welcome you in Heaven with open arms, Michael, and wrap his arms around those who mourn in your absence. Love, Jennifer
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Chris Zobin
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I am so sorry to hear about Mike's passing. I was so hoping to see him at our upcoming high school reunion this summer. It simply won't be the same without him. Mike was a "giant" of a man, but always such a gentle one. He will be sorely missed. Mike, we will definitely honor your memory at the reunion. Rest in peace. My deep condolences to your family.
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Anonymous
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David & Family, Our thoughts go out to you and your family.
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Chad Kravick
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My mentor and friend. I wouldn’t be where I am today without him.

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