Gary Abrams

Gary Abrams

November 02, 1951 - November 07, 2023

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FITCHBURG, Wis. / DILLON, Colo. - Gary Bruce Abrams, age 72, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023, at UW Hospital and Clinics in Madison, Wis. He was born on Nov. 2, 1951, in Chicago, Ill., the son of Eugene and Marcella (Pohn) Abrams.


Gary grew up in the Milwaukee suburbs and graduated from Shorewood High School with the class of 1969. He continued his studies at University of Wisconsin-Madison, earning his bachelor’s degree. Gary worked at the State Bar of Wisconsin - Continuing Legal Education (CLE) for a number of years prior to becoming the Director of CLE for the Colorado Bar Association, retiring in 2016. He was united in marriage to Nena Saucerman on July 30, 2011, in Lake Delavan, Wis.


Gary enjoyed golfing, biking, traveling, sailing, skiing and living life to its fullest!


Gary is survived by his wife, Nena; stepson, Michael (Britta) Saucerman; grandsons, Oscar and Linus; sisters, Judy (Norman) Skurnick and Rhonda (Howard) Levin; nieces and nephews, Scott (Liliana) Skurnick, Sheri (fiancé, Dean Grossman) Berg, Drew (Kathy) Levin, Mike (Jill) Levin and Laura Levin; and great-nieces and nephews, Sophia, Samantha, Emily, Eli, Lexi, Jake, Lucas, Jonah, Zach and Mira. He was preceded in death by his parents.


A Celebration of Life is being organized for a future date. Memorials may be made to the Eugene and Marcy Abrams Foundation, 1600 E. Golf Road, Des Plaines, IL 60616.


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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Brock Richard Wood
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You were the most fun boss anyone could have. Rest in peace, Gary. - Brock
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Colleen LeBlanc
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Nena, I’m so sorry for your loss. This was a shock for sure. Gary was just barely my age. Too young to go. Of course I will always remember him for the folks “birthday key caper” where Al’s car key almost ended up in Colorado! It was a very memorable and fun night. May you have many more good memories. My deepest sympathies to you. Take care. Lean on Mare. She’ll always be there for you.
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Julie Waggener
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Gary, you were a spark of vitality, fun, spirit, (and occasional small rebelliousness!) in our time working and playing together on Colorado Bar matters, hitting crazy golf shots, and hanging with our mutual friends. I am so glad we got the chance to reminisce and have big bear hugs at the CLE reception this year honoring you and your magnificent work and legacy. Nena and family, we send our condolences to you all for your loss. Gary was way too young to leave us all, but he left a lasting memory with us of commitment and fun. Fondly, Julie Waggener, Denver
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Chris Norseng
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Nena - I am so very sorry to hear of Gary's passing. Recalling the many years ago that I met Gary, I can say that he was one of the best parts (out of many best parts) of my "career" with the State Bar of Wisconsin. (You were too, by the way.) Now I'm really sorry that I missed seeing you two last summer in Eau Claire. Big hugs to you.
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Toni Addison
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I worked with Gary at the State Bar of Wisconsin in Madison for many years! Condolences to Nena and the rest of Gary's family. Rest in Peace Gary. Toni Addison
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Susan Kelley
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Nena, Nick and I are so very saddened to hear of Gary’s passing. He was so fun-loving and full of life. I was honored to be part of your marriage to this wonderful man. We adored staying at your home in Dillon - such a gorgeous setting. My heart is broken for you. Susan

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