John G Gits

John G Gits

December 01, 1963 - October 25, 2023

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FITCHBURG - John G. Gits, age 59, of Fitchburg, passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2023, at Agrace HospiceCare in Fitchburg after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on Dec. 1, 1963, in Marshall, Minn., the son of Greg and Marty (Ford) Gits.


John graduated from Bemidji High School in 1982 and continued on to UW-Eau Claire. He married Lisa Sinkule on July 13, 1991, in Janesville, Wis. He served in the U.S. Army Reserves. John worked as a salesperson for Konica Minolta. He was a proud member of Pheasants Forever.


John lived by the words of Lewis Hamilton’s famous quote, "A negative mind will never give you a positive life." He loved listening to 80s and 90s music and watching Wisconsin sports. He enjoyed cooking, playing golf, hunting and especially spending time with his family.


John is survived by his wife, Lisa; daughter, Maddy Gits (fiancé Michael Wilson); brother, Charlie (Kim) Gits; sisters, Helen (Wayne) Yarmoska, Judy (Pat) Klaers; brother-in-law, Gayle Nelson; and best friend, Steve (Lisa) Black. He was preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Iffa Nelson.


A celebration of life will be held at LIBERTY STATION TAVERN, 2161 Rimrock Road, Madison, from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023.


Memorials may be gifted in John’s name to Agrace HospiceCare or Pheasants Forever.


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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Sat Nov 4, 2023 @ 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM CDT
Liberty Station Tavern • 2161 Rimrock Road, Madison, WI 53713
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Bill Bennett
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So saddened to hear of my cousin John passing. Prayers for the family and for the repose of his soul. Bill Bennett
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Steve Busalacchi
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I’m so sad to hear of John’s passing. I spent several hours with him last spring helping out on a home project for Habitat for Humanity. He was funny, kind and helpful, as he was impressively good on a construction site compared to me! What a terrible loss. My heart goes out to you, Lisa, and your entire family.
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Tory Laube
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Lisa and Maddy: I am so sorry to hear this horrible news. John was such a great person and he will be missed. I so much enjoyed my adventures with John during AAU trips and also golfing with him. I did not spend a lot of time hanging out with John, but when we were together it was incredibly enjoyable. He will be missed. Love you all! Tory
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Alison Seltzner
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Lisa and Maddy: I am so sorry for your loss. Ed and I have fond memories of John, from our early IKON days, Ed and John playing basketball, to our time together at Konica Minolta. He was always a wonderful, positive force and we will miss him terribly. Please know our love and prayers are with all of you.
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Carol Candelario
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Hi Maddy, I remember you telling me the story of your dad playing dressup and makeup with you when you were a little girl and he had lipstick on and someone knocked on the front door. What a dad! In time your saddness with fade and you will think of the funny stories and special moments with your dad. Thinking of you and your family and sending prayers your way for strength to get through this difficult time. Carol Candelario
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Marlene Anne Pauls
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Lisa and Maddy, we are so sorry to hear of John's passing. While it's been a while, we have such great memories of John. He was kind and welcoming and extremely funny. We laughed so much with him! Seeing his picture here brings a smile to our faces and also an ache in our heart for you guys. He will certainly be missed. Prayers for you and your family and we hope you find peace in your memories of him. Love, Troy and Marlene Pauls

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