MADISON - Curtis J. “Curt” Beecher, age 61, passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2023, at Oakwood Hebron Oaks. He was born on Sept. 19, 1962, the son of Robert and Shirley Ann (Kohn) Beecher.

Curt graduated from Madison West High School in 1980. He began his career at Meriter Hospital, (formerly Madison General Hospital) in 1981 where he initially worked in dietary services and advanced to become a maintenance engineer.

Curt enjoyed going on adventures to the family cabin with his best friend, Dean. His love for hockey, which began at the tender age of 8 continued until 2020, where he played, coached, and refereed. Curt was known for his love of dancing and his clever one-liners. He had the unique ability to make friends wherever he went. Curt cherished the time spent with his grand dogs and found joy in the company of his beloved cats, Horton and Vader.

Curt is survived by his daughters, Caitlyn “Cati” (Drew) teDuits and Carlee (Calvin Werner) Beecher; sisters, Cindy (Rusty) Marshall and Kim (Jerry) Jannusch; and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bob and Shirley; and Cheryl Beecher, the mother of their children.

A visitation will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, from 3 p.m. until 6 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 21, 2023.

Memorials may be gifted in Curt’s name to Agrace HospiceCare or Jingles O’Brien Hockey Scholarship.

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

Gunderson East

Funeral & Cremation Care

5203 Monona Drive

(608) 221-5420

Curtis Jay Beecher

September 19, 1962 - December 13, 2023

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