J. Richard Detter

MADISON - John Richard Detter, age 87, of Madison, passed away on Monday, July 26, 2021, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on Jan. 11, 1934, in Chicago, the son of Paul and Marie (Oswald) Detter. His family returned to Germany when he was four, where he received his education and worked as a hairdresser in Munich. At the age of 17, the family moved back to the United States, settling in Madison. Richard served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was united in marriage to his beloved Betty Klevgard on June 7, 1958. Richard owned Richard’s Hair Designs for over 50 years, where he valued the friendships made with his clients. His presence was often requested to teach at industry seminars. Richard was a member of St. Dennis Catholic Church, where he volunteered regularly. He loved spending time outside with his family, particularly camping and all that comes with it, even serving as President of the Capitol City Campers. He and Betty enjoyed travelling and spending time with their large circle of friends who were an important part of his life, including poker friends. Richard also enjoyed bowling and curling in Germany, passions he brought with him and continued to enjoy in the United States. Richard is survived by his wife of 63 years, Betty; children, Brian (Julie) Detter, Craig (Jeanne) Detter, Mark Detter and Heidi Laros; grandchildren, Garrett and Katherine Detter, John and Monica Detter, Candice (Paul) Kaiser, Arista, Tierney and Rianne Detter and Addi, Chaney and Ellie Cate Laros; great-grandchildren, Everett and Maverick Kaiser; and sister, Marilyn Lund. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his brother, Paul Detter. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. DENNIS CATHOLIC CHURCH, 505 Dempsey Road, Madison, at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 12, 2021, with Father Randy Timmerman presiding. A luncheon will immediately follow the Mass at church. Burial will be held at Highland Memory Gardens. Visitation will be held at the church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the Mass on Thursday, Aug. 12, 2021. Memorials may be gifted in Richard’s name to Agrace HospiceCare or the Carbone Cancer Center. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com. Gunderson East Funeral & Cremation Care 5203 Monona Drive (608) 221-5420