Ron S. "Swede" Everson
July 24, 2018 - July 24, 2018
Obituary
MADISON- Ron S. “Swede” Everson, age 70, of Madison, passed away on Tuesday, July 24, 2018. Ron attended as many Big 10 NCAA tournaments as he could, loved the Badgers, and was always showing his support, with his Badger red fan wear for his passion and never shying away from a picture with Bucky. Ron immensely enjoyed making new friends as a cab driver in Madison, and relished in the many stories shared and graceful conversation he had on the job. He always had a helping hand and would volunteer at many establishments. Ron was an eager outdoorsman, he loved snowshoeing, bicycling, golfing and was a skilled fisherman. The curious wanderer in him was always off on a spontaneous trip, he loved discovering new destinations and experiences. Ron is survived by his daughters, Jennifer, Jodie (Jeff) and Jamie (Kenny); grandchildren, Lindsey, Lizzy, Thomas, Paige, Kameron and granddog, Stella; siblings, Jim, Karen, Robert and Mary Jo; and many nieces, nephews and lifelong friends. He was preceded in death by his parents. A Celebration of Ron’s Life will be held at THE VFW POST NO. 7591, 301 Cottage Grove Rd., Madison, from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. with a luncheon to follow, on Friday, Aug. 3, 2018. In honor of Ron, the family is requesting those attending to wear their best Badger red gear. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Beacon, c/o Catholic Charities, 702 S. High Point Rd., Suite 201, Madison, WI 53719, and Hope's Home Ministries of First United Methodist Church, 203 Wisconsin Ave., Madison, WI 53703. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson East
Funeral & Cremation Care
5203 Monona Dr.
(608) 221-5420
Events
Celebration of Life
Fri Aug 3, 2018 @ 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM CDT
VFW Post 7591 • 301 Cottage Grove Rd., Madison, WI 53716
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Memories
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Mary Everson
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Shared a photo.
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Kathy (Weier) Fargo
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Remember Ron as a good older neighbor kid, even though he was only 5years older. When he was in the reserves his mom would hire me to iron his uniforms.
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Karen Andro
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Ron was a part of our Community Breakfast volunteer team at Hope's Home Ministries, First United Methodist Church in downtown Madison where we serve together in community. Ron served alongside a team of fellow volunteers who shared a special camaraderie including a fellow Army Veteran. We will miss Ron's presence and and passion for helping people many who he met and others he didn't meet, but he helped through his good works. I feel blessed to have met and known Ron. His presence will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with family during this time of loss.
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Peggy Moe
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Jennifer, Jodie and Jamie, I am so very sorry for your loss. Keeping you all in my prayers and thoughts. Peggy Moe
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Aunt LaVonne
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So sorry for your loss and keeping you in our thoughts. This is Chuck & Alice's son Doug Smith from Tomah WI.
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Michele Brogunier
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I recall Ron was proud of his late in life cycling and fitness! He was always a pleasure to talk to. His memory is truly a blessing.