Mariann R Wipfli

Mariann R Wipfli

September 02, 1945 - February 27, 2025

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SUN PRAIRIE - Mariann Rose Wipfli, age 79, of Sun Prairie, passed away on Thursday, February 27, 2025, at St. Mary's Hospital. She was born on September 2, 1945, in Wisconsin Rapids, Wis., the daughter of Donald and Mary (Steward) Wipfli.


Mariann graduated from Assumption High School in Wisconsin Rapids and went on to get her bachelor’s degree at UW-Steven's Point. She was the single parent of two adopted daughters, Mari and Juli, both born in India. Prior to her retirement in 2007, Mariann enjoyed a 40-year career as a lab technician in the blood bank at St. Mary’s Hospital. She was a former member St. James Catholic Church, where she taught religious education, and a current member of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, where she was active in the adult enrichment program and a member of the funeral lunch committee. In her free time, she loved spending time with her family, especially her grandkids.


Mariann is survived by her daughters, Mari Wipfli Mack (Andy) and Juli Wipfli; grandsons, Caden Mack and Kyler Mack; granddaughter, Brooklynn Mack; brother, Charles (Sally) Wipfli; sister-in-law, Mary Wipfli; nephews, Ben Wipfli, Sean Wipfli and Jere Wipfli; nieces, Tracy (Craig) Brock, Maigan Wipfli and Laura (Jim) Wright; great-nephews, Jace Wipfli, Ethan Brock and Tristin Wipfli; great-nieces, Breanna Brock, Ariel Brock, Allie Wipfli and Tessa Wright; other relatives and many friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, James (Mary) Wipfli; great-nephew, Max Wipfli; and dear friend, Janet Krotzman.


A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 602 Everglade Drive, Madison, at 11 a.m. on Friday April 4, 2025, with Father Brian Wilk presiding. A luncheon at the church will follow the Mass. Private burial will be at Rest Lawn Cemetery in Wisconsin Rapids.


In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.


Gunderson West
Funeral & Cremation Care
7435 University Ave.
(608) 831-6761



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Mass of Christian Burial
Fri Apr 4, 2025 @ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT
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Luncheon After Service
Fri Apr 4, 2025 @ 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM CDT
St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church • 602 Everglade Drive, Madison, WI 53717
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Sue Kernats
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Mariann was one of the kindest people I have known. I was happy to be her neighbor, and to see her raise her two girls. I also worked alongside her for more than 30 years.
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Amy Jo, Amber Jo & Dave Esser
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We extend our most sincere condolences to both Mari, Juli and their family during this most difficult time. We remember Mariann well. Mariann was a dedicated and wonderful ‘Cheer Mom’ and must have been so very proud of her two daughters Mari and Juli and of their accomplishment's. Our daughter Amber cheered with Mari and Juli and always spoke very highly of them, along with their good friendship, while doing cheer with Mariann’s girls. Just know that many, many others are thinking so kindly of your mother and have wonderful memories of her. May you girls find solace in knowing your mother left good and lasting memories of her and of her dedication as a mother to both of you. With Love & Sympathy, Amy Jo, Amber Jo & Dave Esser

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