Gwendolyn Jean Haugen

STOUGHTON - Gwendolyn Jean Haugen, age 85, passed away on Monday, November 9, 2026. She was born on February 19, 1941, to Glen and Genevieve (Harrison) Brandt and grew up in McFarland.

Gwendolyn graduated from Monona Grove High School in 1959. On October 17, 1959, she was united in marriage to John Richard Haugen. Together, they raised their family on a farm near Viroqua, where they enjoyed the work and rewards of farm life, including growing tobacco and raising Milking Shorthorn dairy cattle.

Gwendolyn earned a degree in respiratory therapy. She worked for several years caring for others at Bethel Home, Viroqua and Meriter Hospital, Madison. She was a faithful member of Christ Lutheran Church and generously gave of her time to her community through her involvement in 4-H and church activities.

In retirement, Gwendolyn enjoyed sharing stories drawn from her many real-life experiences. She had a gift for storytelling and a wonderful way of connecting with others. She was also an excellent cook who took great pleasure in preparing meals and sharing them with family and friends.

Gwendolyn is survived by her sons, Irvin (Linda) Haugen, Scott Haugen and Warren (Marcy) Haugen; daughter, Melinda (Jeremy) Miller; grandchildren, Andrew, John and Georgiana Haugen, Gabriela Luna, Ryan Haugen, Rachel (Joey) Olson, Kelly (Derek) Ulstad, Jenna (Casey Goire) Haugen, Connor Haugen, Dustin (Hailey) Scharping, Christina (Noah) Bagley, Joshua (Makayah) Miller and Olivia Miller; great-grandchildren, Edward Olson, Bjorn, Soren and Solvi Ulstad, Francis and Guinevere Goire, Suede Scharping and Micah Bagley; sisters, Jo Ann (Bob) La Haie, Fern (Bruce) Thompson and Audrey Brandt; brother, Jack (Cindy) Brandt; as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, John; parents; and sister, Elaine (Ron) Grady.

A visitation will be held at CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH, 700 County Highway B, Stoughton, from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. on Friday, November 20, 2026. A memorial service will take place at the church at 11 a.m. A luncheon will follow at 12 noon. The graveside service will take place at Lutheran East Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Christ Lutheran Church. A special thank you to Agrace and Skaalen for their compassionate care of Gwen. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.

Gunderson Stoughton
Funeral & Cremation Care
1358 Highway 51 N. at Jackson St.
(608) 873-4590