Jeff A. "Kraut" Lechten
March 01, 1969 - May 03, 2015
Obituary
Lechten, Jeff A. "Kraut"
STOUGHTON-Jeff A. "Kraut" Lechten, age 46, of Stoughton, passed away on Sun., May 3, 2015. He was born on March 1, 1969, in Madison, the son of Karl and Mary (Massari) Lechten. He married Leslea C. McGaw on Sept. 8, 1990, in Fitchburg. Jeff worked as a body shop technician, most recently for Stark Automotive Group. He loved cars, cakes, chocolate, hiking, climbing the mountains in Wales and restoring old muscle cars, but the most important thing was spending time with his family. He is survived by his wife, Leslea; father, Karl (Glenda Taplick); children, Hallie (Kyle Raasch), Kellie (Andrew Shanklin) and Trevar Lechten; brother, Kirk (Gwyn Padden); sister, Leslee (Lori) Spatola; nephews, Sebastian and Rowan Padden Lechten and Bobby, Quintin and Michal Spatola; and his second mother, Jean Hodge. He was preceded in death by his mother; maternal grandparents, Nana Josephine and Bumpy Don Massari; paternal grandparents, Margaret and Adolph Lechten; and his dogs, Spirit and Oreo. A memorial gathering celebrating Jeff's life will be held at MCGAW PARK, 5265 Lacy Rd., Fitchburg, from 3 p.m. until 6 p.m., with a time of sharing at 4 p.m., on Tues., May 12, 2015, with Pastor Sandy Schieble presiding. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson Stoughton
Funeral & Cremation Care
1358 Highway 51 N. @ Jackson
(608)873-4590
Events
Memorial Gathering
Tue May 12, 2015 @ 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM CDT
McGaw Park • 5265 Lacy Rd., Fitchburg, WI 53711
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Memories
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Don Dillman
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My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Jeff truly was a rare Individual who was a master at his craft not only with his hands but also with his mind. Proud, Loyal, hardworking but most of all he listened well and would offer his support to anybody who needed it. I will never forget all that you have done for me during some pretty trying times and the conversations about our family's.
Farewell and hope to see you again when I get there.
DB
Dave Bull
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So sorry to hear of Jeff's passing. Many good times back in the day. Can't forget the Monte Carlo! RIP
JD
Jeff DiSalvo
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My old friend from Blessed Sacrament and West High School. The time was well spent terrorizing the nuns at Blessed Sacrament. High school days are unforgettable. Cruising in the Monte Carlo. Hanging out at the shops. East wash. Vilas park. Burnouts on Ash street and many more memories of good times. You will never be forgotten. All of your friends are going to miss you but at least we know you will be waiting on the other side when we get there to greet us and show us around. May you be at peace my friend. ------- J.D.
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Pamela Lathrop Scala
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I am so sorry for all Jeff's family. It is sad news indeed. The Massari family has been part of our lives ever since Mary, Jeff's mom, was a guest in our home in perhaps 1965 or 1966. From the Lathrop family - we all send our sympathy to all of Jeff's family. Our hearts ache for you. We hope in his next journey that he will be greeted by his wonderful mom, Mary.
JW
jim wirtz
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Dear Lechten Family, Sorry to hear of Jeff's passing, Jeff was on old school mate of mine from way back in the day. And an even better friend! I was always impressed at Jeff's patience and incredible skill level that he possessed. Jeff was a superior craftsmen, and an even better person. Rest in Peace my brother. Jim Wirtz