Donald "Mac" Andrew McHugh

Donald "Mac" Andrew McHugh

December 31, 1948 - December 12, 2023

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STOUGHTON - Donald “Mac” McHugh, passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2023, at UW Health Rehabilitation Hospital in Madison. He was born on Dec. 31, 1948, in Fond du Lac, Wis.

Mac graduated from Chilton High School in 1967 and the University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh. He married the love of his life, LouAnn Pattermann, in Hilbert, Wis., and they were together for 49 years.


Mac was a beloved teacher at River Bluff Middle School, where he left lasting impressions on the Stoughton Community. A handyman at heart, Mac found joy in remodeling projects and fixing things around the house and was always ready to lend a helping hand. Mac loved watching the Green Bay Packers, Brewers and Badgers. He also enjoyed playing golf, softball, bowling and several high school and college sports, where he still holds many records. Mac loved being outside taking care of his yard and pool. He had a great sense of humor and always had a twinkle in his eye.


Mac is survived by his wife, LouAnn; sons, Jason (Marissa) McHugh and Jeffrey (Jenna Lane) McHugh; daughter, Kelly (Jonas Larsen) McHugh; granddaughters, Nola McHugh, Finley McHugh, Mae McHugh and Reegan McHugh; sister, Mary Jane McHugh; and mother-in-law, Arlene Pattermann. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Esther; and father-in-law, William Pattermann.


A celebration of life will be held at Buck & Honey’s Restaurant, 800 W. Broadway, Monona, from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 30, 2023. Please wear your favorite Wisconsin sports team gear.


Memorials may be made to the family, a portion of which will be shared with the wonderful staff at St. Mary’s Hospital and UW Health Rehabilitation Hospital.

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


Gunderson Stoughton

Funeral & Cremation Care

1358 Highway 51 N. @ Jackson St.

(608) 873-4590


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Sat Dec 30, 2023 @ 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM CDT
Buck & Honey's - Monona • 800 W. Broadway #300, Monona, WI 53713
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Kasey Gallagher
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My heart is definitely sad to read of this. I had Mr. McHugh as a block leader. I can still smell the formaldehyde while dissecting animals. LOL! He help paint my new place just 5 short years ago. He, Mr. Martin and Mr. Grieber would ask me to call them by their first names since I'm well into adulthood. Even now, I have a hard time with it. To me it's a sign of respect... and I respect them all so much. Mr McHugh was such a great man. However, I don't need to tell you that. He'll live forever in your hearts with all the memories you've made. And with his wonderful personality, I'm sure you've made many of them. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. ❤❤
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Steve
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To watch him teach a playground full of ten year olds practice bike safety. Priceless.
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Kathy Muenster
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Even though the years go by we always remember Special people. Don McHugh that great big grin and sassy personality will never be forgotten.....Must of been the Irish in You🍀💚 prayers and sympathy to the entire family 🙏 Kathy(Kobriger) Muenster(St"A's & CHS Classmates)
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Joan Weller
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So sorry for your loss LouAnn, and family. I will always cherish the fun times and friendships from the Grube's Softball Team! I was always happy to see you and Don when you could make it to tournament weekends! Don was always to full of joy and happiness. Always with that megawatt smile!
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George Lax
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I just learned of Mac’s passing. Don was a great friend throughout high school. Whenever our paths crossed time seemed to have stood still. A lot of reminiscing about the good old days!! So many memories of a great guy - athlete - & friend. You will be missed! My prayers and sympathy to the entire McHugh family! George Lax
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sherry l fritschka
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I graduated from high school with him and just enjoyed knowing him back then. He was a very good athlete and even better ice skater. We all spent a lot of time interacting at the Chilton Youth center back then. He was loved by everyone. I send my sympathy to all of his family.

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