Richard Stanley Severson

Richard Stanley Severson

March 06, 1943 - August 31, 2025

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WAUNAKEE- Richard “Dick” Severson passed away on Sunday, August 31, 2025. He was born on March 6, 1943, in Waukegan, Ill., to Alta (Juhl) and Roy Severson.


Dick was a member of Lakeview Lutheran Church. He graduated from Monona Grove High School in 1961, and married his high school sweetheart, Pam, in 1962. Dick retired from Aramark (FW Means) in 1998 after working there for 36 years. He was active in Rockford, Ill., Jaycees and served as director of youth and sports for the Boys Club. While in Rockford, he served as chairman of Junior Olympics and Jaycees Boys Club basketball. He was also a member of the Moose Club and the American Legion SAL481 in Westport and Fort Walton Beach, Fla. Dick enjoyed hunting, fishing, and golfing. Dick and Pam spent much time in the winter at their condo in Fort Walton Beach.


Dick is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years, Pam; and his twin sons, John (Lori) and Joseph. He is also survived by his nephew, Darrell (Barb) Severson; grandchildren, BreAnna, Joshua, Kayla, Jessica, Rebekah and Hannah (Jorge); step-granddaughter, Elyssa; and lots of great-grandchildren including, Naevon, Yovanni, Atreyu, Hunter, Malachi, Emmy and another baby due the end of December. Dick will miss his little Schnauzer, Artie, who brought him a lot of joy. He will also be missed by his dear friends, Dee Adams, Colleen and Larry Miller, and neighbors at Westshire Village in Westport.


A celebration of life will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, September 10, 2025. A visitation will be held at the funeral home from 2 p.m. until the time of the service on Wednesday.


Memorials may be gifted in Dick’s name to Lakeview Lutheran Church.


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


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Funeral & Cremation Care

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(608) 221-5420


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A Memorial Tree was planted for Richard “Dick” Severson
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We are deeply sorry for your loss ~ Gunderson Funeral Home - Madison
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Naiad
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Dick was a super neighbor. He was my husband, Pat, Willows buddy. Hope they are having a good time together. Miss them both. Loved them
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Dee Adams
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Dick, you will be missed, our dinner group has lost 2 now. I’m sure you and Larry are up there sparing about which team is best, and who will go to the Super Bowl! Love you and I promise Colleen and I will get Pam out. RIP my friend Dee
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Deb Lapotka
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Our deepest sympathies to Pam, Artie and family! Dick was a great guy and fun. He would invite me to stay for a drink when he was sitting outside with neighbors and friends as I walked by with our dog Jordy. I would tease him and say, but it's only 3 o'clock etc....and Dick would say, but it's 5 o'clock somewhere. I hope it's 5 o'clock all day long in Heaven. Rest in peace Dick. You will be missed by many here in Westshire Village. Deb and Dave Lapotka, and Jordy.
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Jane Juhl
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Pam and boysand families. I was so saddened to hear of Dick’s passing. I shall mis miss his quick wit and his text updates. I told him his quick wit reminded me of Brother Jim. Enjoyed the Dick and Jane coffee clatch. Rest in peace, Cuz. Pam, God’s peace as you go through the next days. Jane Juhl
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Sandi Penzkover
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To a good man from Sandi Penzkover, Monona Grove High School 1961 class.

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