Karen K. Lundquist

Karen K. Lundquist

October 16, 1951 - July 18, 2026

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DEFOREST - Karen Kay Lundquist, age 74, of DeForest, passed away on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at SSM Health-St. Mary's Hospital after a brief illness. She was born on October 16, 1951, in Madison, the daughter of Ivan and Anna (Figol) Lundquist.


Karen graduated from La Follette High School in 1969. She dedicated more than 40 years of service to the United States Postal Service, where she worked as a mail sorter. A lifelong fan of “Doctor Who” and all things science fiction, Karen turned her passion into community by founding Madison's first “Doctor Who” fan club in 1983. She also had a special place in her heart for animals and cherished the companionship of her beloved pets throughout her life.


Karen is survived by her brothers, Jerome "Jerry" (Teresa) Lundquist and Dan Lundquist; aunts, Gloria and Nancy; cousins, Jeff, Chris, Anna, and Julie; nephews, Mark, Chris and David; nieces, Colleen, Rae, Tami, Sonya and Tiffany; special friends, LaVon and Adam; and many great-nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Marvin; uncles, George, James and Marvin; aunt, Lorraine; cousins, Kathy and Marcia; and special great-aunt, Regina.


A graveside service will be held at BLOOMING GROVE CEMETERY, Pflaum Road, Madison, at 12:15 p.m. on Tuesday, July 28, 2026. Visitation will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, from 10 a.m. until 12 noon on Tuesday, July 28, 2026.
 

Memorials may be made to the Dane County Humane Society.


Thank you to the staff at St. Mary's Hospital and St. Mary’s Hospice Care for their kindness and compassion. 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 Karen Kay Lundquist
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We are deeply sorry for your loss ~ Gunderson Funeral Home - Madison
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Atlanta Lea Sheridan
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So many good memories of Dr Who cons and fandom friends! Here's to forty years of fun and friendship, Karen. We'll miss you.
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Adam
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Karen, the generations of dogs and cats you brought to the clinic were all so wonderful and we're so lucky to have gotten to know you as a friend. The clinic won't be the same. I had so much fun on mom's 60th birthday trip with you, sharing meals and your witty sense of humor. You were a blessing to everyone in your life. Fly high! - Adam and B&R Staff
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Janet Sherman
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May Karen’s memory be a blessing. She loved her family and her dogs. She often talked about combining a trip to a con on LI and a visit to family in Connecticut. I’m
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Lisa V White
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Karen was a very kind and compassionate person. Every encounter I had with her was pleasant. My condolences to her family and other friends.
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Sonya Halsted and Tami Thompson
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We will miss you, Aunt Karen! Enjoyed the visits you made to Oklahoma! With deepest sympathy.

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