Mary Kay Sauk

Sauk, Mary Kay (Reed) MADISON/CASSVILLE-Mary Kay (Reed) Sauk, age 63, died peacefully from ALS on Monday, July 27, 2009, surrounded by her loving family and friends. Mary Kay was born to Robert and Florence Reed, on Sept. 29, 1945. She grew up in Cassville, and had many fond memories of her sisters, cousins, aunts, uncles and friends. Mary Kay and her husband, David have enjoyed many visits, dinners, card games and celebrations in the Cassville area. She retired from American Family after 39 years. Mary Kay and Dave enjoyed traveling, camping, and playing cards with friends and family. She was diagnosed with ALS on Dec. 15, 2008, and accepted this diagnosis and subsequent decline with grace and dignity. With many prayers and generous help from friends and family with cards, flowers, food, night vigils, visits, encouragement and love, Mary Kay persevered with Dave at her side. The Muscular Dystrophy Association ALS Walk and Celebration of Life were highlights in this journey. David is extremely grateful for the many acts of kindness. Mary Kay leaves behind her grieving husband, Dave; special nephew, Brian (Toni) Hammill; special niece, Tonya (Chris) Vosberg; sister, Linda Ankomeus; stepdaughter, Kim Sauk; stepson, Craig (Tammy) Sauk; many wonderful cousins, aunts and uncles; and pets, Willie, Gracie and Zeta. Mary Kay had also been a special part of David's family including Mike (Debby) Sauk, Carol (Don) Conway, Betty Porter, Joanne Breese, Mary (Roger) Calo, Dianne (Jim) Wylesky; and their children and grandchildren. In addition to her parents, Mary Kay was preceded in death by two sisters, Luann Reed and Nancy Reed. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. DENNIS CATHOLIC CHURCH, 505 Dempsey Road, Madison, at 11 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 3, 2009, with Father Kent Schmitt presiding. Burial will be at Highland Memory Gardens. Visitation will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, from 3 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 2, 2009, and at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of the Mass on Monday. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to MDA for ALS, HospiceCare Inc., or donor's choice. A special thank you to Hospice for their compassionate care. Gunderson EastFuneral & Cremation Centers5203 Monona Drive(608) 221-5420www.gundersonfh.com Memorials: In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to MDA for ALS, HospiceCare Inc., or donor's choice. A special thank you to Hospice for their compassionate care. Cemetery: Burial will be at Highland Memory Gardens. Visitation: Visitation will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, from 3 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 2, 2009, and at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of the Mass on Monday. Service: A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. DENNIS CATHOLIC CHURCH, 505 Dempsey Road, Madison, at 11 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 3, 2009, with Father Kent Schmitt presiding.