MADISON - John William McKegney, age 78, passed away on April 7, 2026, at Agrace Hospice in Fitchburg after a fall on ice outside his home. He was born May 21, 1947, to Otto and Edna (Hansen) McKegney. John grew up in New Lisbon where he helped deliver milk for his family’s dairy, and graduated from New Lisbon High School. He later graduated with an accounting degree from UW-Whitewater.

John was married to Linda (Erickson) for over 52 years. They lived in Madison their entire marriage, with the exception of wintering in Florida for 10 years. They went to many vintage car shows, art fairs, and concerts together. He particularly liked going to '50s and '60s live tribute concerts and Capitol City Band concerts. John and Linda played a lot of golf and bridge together and took many memorable trips. John enjoyed watching Badger sports, especially men’s basketball, women’s volleyball, and football. He also followed the Brewers and the Packers.

John’s pride and joy was his daughter, Molly. He was a particularly involved Dad. He would play catch, swim in the pool, or go mini-golfing with her whenever she asked. One Christmas season they went to see Santa at West Towne Mall almost every night. They attended many baseball card shows and put together sets of baseball cards from wax packs. John also loved doting on his two granddaughters, always making sure they were happy. They knew that Grandpa would say yes to anything they asked for, especially treats.

John was a 50+ year member of the Wisconsin Institute of Certified Public Accountants. He worked in public accounting for Grant Thornton before joining the Don Miller Auto Group as their CFO, a position he held for 26 years before his retirement.

John is survived by wife, Linda; daughter, Molly (Tim) Hunt; two granddaughters, Anna and Sarah Hunt; brother, Jim (Sharon) McKegney; sister, Joanne (Jim) Eisner; sister-in-law, Sue (Duane) Rinehart; brother-in-law, Steve (Kim) Erickson; and many nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Janet Gernetzke; brother-in-law, Elmer Gernetzke and nephew, Mike McKegney.

We wish to thank the staff at the UW Hospital trauma ward and Agrace HospiceCare. Per John’s wishes, there will not be a celebration of life.

In lieu of a memorial, please give your loved ones an extra big hug today. We always want more time. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.

Gunderson Fitchburg

Funeral & Cremation Care
2950 Chapel Valley Road
(608) 442-5002

John William McKegney

May 21, 1947 - April 07, 2026

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