OREGON / MADISON - Michael Capadona, age 72, of Oregon, passed away after a three-year battle with pancreatic cancer on Sunday, March 24, 2024. He was born on Aug. 28, 1951, in Madison, the son of Vito and Jane (Rydberg) Capadona Jr.

Michael graduated from LaFollette High School, with the class of 1969. He was united in marriage to Jeanne Larson on Sept. 3, 1989. He worked in manufacturing for Rayovac until the company transferred out of Wisconsin. Then he worked for Stoughton School District as a custodial maintenance worker and as a crossing guard for the Village of Oregon; jobs and people that he loved.

Michael’s life was music. He taught himself to play guitar and formed a garage band in high school. His love of music, inspired by the Beatles, led him to perform in many bands, especially Chunky Pie, and most recently with Mike and Mike, with his best friend, Michael Allen. Besides his love of music, he was an avid sports fan and Packers and Cubs were his favorite teams. He was also a very proud father, grandfather and uncle. He loved spending time with family and friends, whom he adored more than life.

Michael is survived by his wife, Jeanne; daughter, Charity (Joseph) Greene; grandchildren, Erin Sutter, Trevor Greene and Travis Greene; siblings, Vito (Ann) Capadona, Vicki (Tom) Gilbertson and George (Jackie) Capadona; sister-in-law, Judy (Walter) Olson; brother-in-law, Alan (Doreen) Larson; and many nieces, nephews and special friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Vito and Jane; and brother, Jonny Capadona; as well as cats, Casper and Riley.

A celebration of life is being planned for this summer.

We want to thank Dr. Laura Mendyk, Dr. Ryan Porter, and the Oncology nurses whom he loved for helping him through his journey.

“And in the End, the Love you take is equal to the Love you make." by the Beatles

Love you always Michael! ~ Jeanne.

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

Gunderson Oregon
Funeral & Cremation Care
1150 Park St.
(608) 835-3515

Michael Capadona

August 28, 1951 - March 24, 2024

Share photos of Michael