Lloyd "Ivy" R. Iverson
February 18, 1924 - April 13, 2014
Obituary
Iverson, Lloyd R. “Ivy”
MADISON- Lloyd R. “Ivy” Iverson, age 90, died peacefully on Sunday, April 13, 2014, at UW Hospital in Madison. He was born on Feb. 18, 1924, in Stoughton, Wis., the son of Theodore and Mabel (Gronlid) Iverson. “Ivy” served three years in the Army Infantry World War II, in both theaters, Europe and Pacific. He was awarded the Bronze Star and Combat Infantry Badge. On Aug. 23, 1947, Ivy married the love of his life, Arlene Offerdahl. He graduated from the UW-Madison in Civil Engineering in 1951. Ivy was hired by Wisconsin Power and Light (Alliant Energy) after graduation and worked there for 35 years and retired on Aug. 1, 1986. He took up flying in his 50’s and received a pilot’s license. Through the years, he enjoyed bowling, golf, skiing, working cross-word puzzles, biking and drawing. Ivy was a member of Blackhawk Country Club for over 20 years. He is survived by his beloved wife of 66 years, Arlene; son, Charles (Laura) Iverson; daughter Nancy Webb; three grandchildren, Eric (Sara) Levander, Jeffrey (Lindsay) Levander and Rebecca Levander; four great-grandchildren, Hailee Levander, Nils Levander, Isabella Levander and Connor Levander; his sister, Ann Nelson; and three nieces, Linda (Tim) Green, Kristi Wright and Lisa (Jeff) Alme. He was preceded in death by his parents; and brothers, Theodore (Teddy) Iverson, Jr., and Merrill Iverson. Funeral Services will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, at 11 a.m. on Thursday, April 17, 2014. Visitation will be at the funeral home from 10 a.m. until the time of the service on Thursday. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Bethel Lutheran Church or the American Heart Association. Ivy was the most caring and compassionate man. He was devoted to his family and was liked by everyone he came in contact with. He will be dearly missed. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson East
Funeral & Cremation Care
5203 Monona Drive
(608)221-5420
Events
Visitation
Thu Apr 17, 2014 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Madison • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
Service
Thu Apr 17, 2014 @ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Madison • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
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Memories
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Lisa
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So many good memories, and good laughs. Lloyd would always ask how I was, making sure I was taking care of myself. I will miss you Lloyd you're my favorite Uncle. Love Lisa
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Shawn Willemse
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My condolences to Jeff and the entire family. Peace be with you all.
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Mike Adler
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My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. Chuck and Laura, my prayers are with you during this trying time.
Mike Adler
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Dr. Bryan Wierwill
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Our heartfelt sympathies to the entire Iverson family. Ivy was one of those people that everybody liked. Everybody! He was a gentle soul that leaves a legacy of love and caring. I had the honor of being his dentist for 30 years. My entire staff always looked forward to seeing him on our schedule. Just a great guy. May the peace of our Lord be with you all at this most difficult time. Dr. Bryan and Rose Wierwill
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Dan Kauper and Jan Manthey
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Dear Arlene and Family, Dan and I were so saddened to hear of Lloyd's passing. He might have told you I saw him last Tuesday night at the hospital when I was working and we had the nicest visit. You were very near and dear to us as neighbors and we will always remember Lloyd as a very nice, sweet, and kind man. Love, Jan and Dan
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Kathy & Bob Ores
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My deepest sympathies to the entire Iverson and Levander families on the loss of such a special man.
I've heard so many great things about him from Jeff and I know he was so special to all of you. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you with such a great loss.
Kathy and Bob Ores
(Lindsay's Mom & Dad)