FITCHBURG / MADISON - John William Walker, age 66, of Madison, passed away on Monday, August 11, 2025, at his home. He was born on February 8, 1959, in Yakima, Wash., the son of William and Marlene (Muir) Walker.

John graduated from Nathan Hale High School in 1977. He attended Shoreline Community College for a short time before entering the workforce. He married Maureen Edon, and they were together for over 20 years, raising two children. John was a successful and well-respected salesman with a career that spanned 40+ years and took him to places all over the country. He was employed at various companies including Tanaka, Rayovac, Batteries Plus and Conney Safety. Most recently, he was a regional sales representative for Factory Motor Parts in Madison. He was dedicated to his work and was very good at it.

In his younger days, he spent nights and weekends on the softball diamond with the “Last Call” guys which quickly turned into a family affair. John was an avid sports fan and loved his Seattle Seahawks. He was also very involved in coaching his kids’ sports teams. He loved to tell stories and was incredibly proud of his kids and grandkids.

John was a fighter to the end and although we are heartbroken that he is no longer with us, we find comfort in knowing he is no longer in pain. A special thank you to the UW Health care teams including UW Carbone Cancer Center, UW Vascular Surgery and UW Health Care Direct. We love you and will miss you dearly, dad.

John is survived by his son, Sean Walker; daughter, Molly (Josh) Pagel; grandchildren, Cole, Cassidy and Hayden Pagel; former wife, Maureen (Mimi) Edon; sister, Danette Johnson; nephew, Michael Johnson, and his family; as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Greg Walker; and his loyal canine companion, Kayo.

A memorial service will be held at GUNDERSON FITCHBURG FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 2950 Chapel Valley Road, Fitchburg, at 12 noon on Saturday, August 23, 2025. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 10 a.m. until the time of the service.

Memorials may be made to UW Carbone Cancer Center. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.

Gunderson Fitchburg

Funeral & Cremation Care

2950 Chapel Valley Road

(608) 442-5002

John William Walker

February 08, 1959 - August 11, 2025

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