MADISON - Gary Don Mittelstaedt, age 68, of Madison, passed away on Wednesday, March 13, 2024, at St. Mary's Hospital. He was born on June 24, 1955, in Richland Center, the son of Herbert and Carol (Hopkins) Mittelstaedt.

Gary was a graduate of Mount Horeb High School. He found his calling early on as a baker, a craft he honed with love and precision. Gary's career began at Gobles in Mount Horeb, where his talent for creating delicious pastries quickly became evident. He went on to share his culinary delights at Webers in Cross Plains, Cub Foods in Madison, and finally, HyVee in Madison, where his baked goods were not just food, but a way to connect with others.

Gary's passion for baking was matched only by his love for music and the outdoors. An avid fisherman, he found peace and solitude in nature and the thrill of the catch. His musical talents shone brightly during jam sessions, where he played and sang with a joy that was infectious.

Gary is survived by his siblings, Lynn (Frederick) Coates, Avis Cull, Alan (Sheila) Mittelstaedt, Victor (Mary) Mittelstaedt, Lois (Brian) Schneider; nieces and nephews, Deanna Hinderman, Roger Coates, Jesse and David Cull, Erik Mittelstaedt and Noah Schneider; and many cousins and second cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, Herbert and Carol Mittelstaedt; Carol’s companion of over 30 years, Roy Downing; maternal and paternal grandparents; aunts and uncles; and a nephew and great-nephew.

A celebration of life gathering will be held at GUNDERSON CAMACHO MOUNT HOREB FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 500 N. Eighth St., Mount Horeb, from 12 noon until 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 23, 2024. Burial at Richland Center Cemetery will take place at a later date.

A special thank you to SSM Health Hospital and Clinics staff and doctors.

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

Gunderson Camacho Mount Horeb
Funeral & Cremation Care
500 N. Eighth St.
(608) 437-5077

Gary D. Mittelstaedt

June 24, 1955 - March 13, 2024

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