Janice Kay Brown

Janice Kay Brown

November 10, 1945 - May 01, 2026

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MADISON - Janice K. Brown, age 80, of Madison, passed away on Friday, May 1, 2026, at her home. She was born on November 10, 1945, in Madison, Wis., the daughter of Raymond and Lillian (Strand) Soehnlein. In addition to raising her family, Janice enjoyed a career as a stenographer for the Madison Police Department.


Janice is survived by her daughters, Jana West and Jessica Lea Woodman; son, Michael (Nanci) Neubauer; grandchildren, McKenzie West, Kennedy West, Cade Neubauer and Olivia Woodman; niece, Julie Walker; sister, Joan Zerneke; and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; former spouses, Robert "Buzz" Neubauer and Dennis Brown; significant other, Jim O’Toole; and brother, Jack Soehnlein.


Memorials may be made to The American Heart Association.


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


Gunderson East
Funeral & Cremation Care
5203 Monona Drive
(608) 221-5420

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A Memorial Tree was planted for Janice Kay Brown
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We are deeply sorry for your loss ~ Gunderson Funeral Home - Madison
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Vern Bronson
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My deepest sympathy goes out to Jan's family . Jan was the best of the best. When she was a steno for MPD, I dictated a countless number of reports that Jan typed. Not only was she a great steno, an even greater friend. Her late husband Dennis was also a dear friend. I can just see them now, together enjoying a Brandy Manhattan!! May they both rest in peace in the company of Our Lord! Vern Bronson. Retired MPD
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maryanne thurber
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Jan had a way with people becoming a beloved member of MPD and a way with words making sure I's were dotted, T's were crossed and elements of crime plus non-consent were satisfied. She and Downtown Denny Brown made a good team.
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Jan Bush
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So sad to hear about Jan’s passing. Have been a long time friend of hers since grade school. We shared many fun times throughout the years. Sending love and hugs to you all. Sincerely, Jan Borquist Bush
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Toni Prisk
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I knew Jan from when she and Brown where married and my husband and her's would go hunting together. I remember helping to skin a deer and I'm pretty sure it was in her basement. I don't think she was too happy. My sincerest sympathy to her family. I know we'll all miss her very muc
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Ken Couture
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My sincere and heartfelt condolences Jan’s family and friends. RIP Jan! You are already missed. Ken Couture

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