Matthew T. Kotowski

MADISON - Matthew T. Kotowski, age 37, of Madison, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, May 21, 2011. He is survived by his parents, Richard and Jane Kotowski of Racine; brother, Douglas (Laura) Kotowski of Minneapolis, Minn.; sister, Sarah Kotowski (Heather) of San Francisco, Calif.; partner, Jaime Kulbel of Madison; grandmother, Marion Kotowski; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, friends and loved ones. Matt grew up in Racine, and attended J.I. Case High School. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin, Madison, with a degree in pharmacology and toxicology and went on to work as a carpenter with Findorff beginning in 1998. Matt enjoyed brewing beer and playing sheepshead. He was an avid outdoorsman and especially loved to fish. Matt was a loyal friend and brother, wonderful son and loving partner. His enthusiasm, generosity, and love for life touched everyone he knew. Visitation will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, from 3 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. on Friday, May 27, 2011, with a memorial service to follow. Memorials may be made to The Nature Conservancy of Wisconsin in Matts name. Visitation: Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 3 p.m. until the time of service on Friday. Service: Funeral services will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, May 27, 2011.