Jewel Ann Galvani-Lausted

Jewel Ann Galvani-Lausted

May 17, 1961 - December 23, 2023

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COTTAGE GROVE - Jewel Ann Galvani-Lausted, 62, of Cottage Grove, Wis., left this world on Dec. 23, 2023, after battling chronic illnesses with grace and love for others. She was born on May 17, 1961, to parents Florence (McDaniel) and Theodore Galvani of Deerfield, Ill.


She moved to Phillips, Wis., in 1968 and attended Lugerville and Dover Grade Schools, Phillips Middle and High School, graduating class of 1979. Jewel studied at UW-Eau Claire for a year before attending and graduating from cosmetology school. She made her home in Elk Mound and worked as a cosmetologist until she found another artistic outlet.


Jewel owned and operated Campus Floral and Gifts in Eau Claire for 10 years.


Another career change brought her to nursing school in Eau Claire and later transferred to Madison. She moved to Cottage Grove, graduating from Madison Area Technical College with an associate degree in nursing in 1998. Jewel married Robert Lausted in 1998. She was employed as a Registered Nurse at Mendota Mental Health Institute.


Jewel is survived by her husband of 25 years, Robert Lausted; her mother, Florence "Cookie" Bell; siblings, Theodore (Jean) Galvani, Jr., Edith Galvani, Howard Galvani, Mary (Lyle) Wilkes and Micheal (Marie) Purdy; uncle, Mario (Lydia) Galvani; nieces and nephews, Denae Walsicak, Heidi Jewel Roloff, Travis Erickson, Raeanna Lyons, Nina Galvani, Eve Deitl, Ted Galvani III, Nick Bell, and Stuart, Jack, and Erin Purdy; and 15 grand nieces and nephews. She is also survived by her mother-in-law, Dolores Lausted; sisters-in-law, Deb Manowske and her children, Seth and Rachel, Sue Saunders Jessett and her daughters, Stacey and Lisa; brother-in-law, Arnold Lausted; and cousins.


Jewel was predeceased by her father, Theodore Galvani Sr.; aunt, Mildred and John Lawler; father-in-law, Wesley Lausted; step-father, Joseph Bell; and step-mother, Mary Ann Galvani.


Private services were held at Ascension Catholic Cemetery in Libertyville, Ill. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.


Gunderson East

Funeral & Cremation Care

5203 Monona Drive

(608) 221-5420




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Raeanna Lyons
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Jewel was the most gorgeous woman there was. She always made sure the people around her were well taken care of. Often people will tell me she was one of the prettiest girls in high school. Her kind and generous heart and personality will be greatly missed. She was the best Aunt!
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Kathy Benkert
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Jewel was an amazing women, I loved her and we spent lots of time sharing and laughing over our similarities, we were born on the same day and shared spiritual moments. We worked together also, she was a warm and kind nurse, who listened to her patients needs . I am so sad, and mourn her death, I so wanted to see her, but I respected her privacy. My best friend for numerous years. I miss you and rock in heaven, always your friend. To your family, Bob, peace and love always. Kathy
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Denae Walcisak
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My beloved Aunt Jewel was a jewel of a women. No matter who knew her, from any stage of life, said the same things, she was so beautiful, she was so kind and she was so generous. My aunt was truly beautiful inside and out, always so encouraging and caring. She made the ordinary things you did seem extraordinary! Anything she touched became magical and you felt special being in her presence. She loved her people so deeply and held everyone together. I am grateful she was my aunt, I hope everyone could have an Aunt Jewel in their lives.
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Mary Jean Peterson
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I knew Jewel from Phillips High School. Her beauty was the first thing you witnessed when you met her, but then you realized the beauty that existed in her heart. She was so kind and sweet. She always had a smile for everyone. She was a year younger than me and I truly enjoyed classes that we shared together. I always will remember with a smile on my heart — that smile that glowed within her! My deepest sympathy to all her family.
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Roy Schmidt
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I didn’t really know Jewel, but I remember chatting with her once after school. She loved music, and told me how good the new Kansas album (Leftoverture) was. It may have been the only time she and I had a conversation, but that experience dramatically influenced my choice in music over the rest of my life!. 🥰 Honestly, when I pull out that album, I always think of her for a moment, always have.
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Heidi Roloff
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My Aunt Jewel was truly a gem! I am honored to have her name for my middle name. Her quick wit kept you on your toes, and her beauty made your jaw drop. She’s loved her family and dear friends fiercely and we are all lucky to have know her. Love you, & see you later!

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