Carol Ann Madaus

Carol A. Madaus, a lifelong resident of Oshkosh, passed away on Friday, May 8, 2015, with her family by her side. She was born on May 28, 1934 to Harold and Beatrice (Barlow) Doemel at their family home on Hickory Lane. Carol met Don Madaus while at Oshkosh High School. One day Don pointed her out to his twin sister and said he was going to marry her. On June 15, 1952 in Marinette, WI, she became "his bride", as he still referred to her after 56 years of marriage. Carol's love of life long learning began at Rosie Swartz School, before it became part of the UW Oshkosh Campus. She spoke fondly of her lessons, the educators and of the many students from the nearby teacher college that enhanced her early education. From a young age, Carol was no stranger to hard work. She grew up in a home with 5 sisters so not only did they do the indoor housework, they also did the shoveling, mowing and gardening to help their mom who worked as a registered nurse. As a teenager Carol worked at the Grand Opera House selling tickets and concessions. She also enjoyed working as a waitress on roller-skates. She was a good skater who could do "fancy-dancing", as she called it, tricks on her skates. After high school, working throughout her life, she continued to favor occupations primarily in hospitality, above all, that of a cook. In her customer's eyes she was a celebrated cook because her food was always prepared specially, with love and care for the person she was serving. First and foremost Carol's occupation was the raising and caring of her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She most loved the times spent with her family and her door was always open to them. Those who married into her family were always treated as one of her own. No matter who you were, she was always glad to see you and could tell you stories from the past with vivid recall of facts and details. Carol excelled at throwing holiday parties, family celebrations, Sunday football gatherings, and at making everyone feel welcome. What she wanted more than anything was to have a house full of company, either at home or at her cottage, and prepare them a hot, delicious meal. Her true nature was one of compassionate love in the way that she cared for her family and many others that she loved and took pride in like family. Even throughout her illness and to the end of her life, she continued to nurture others in her selfless ways as she was always worried about everyone else more than herself. Carol is survived by her children: Cheryl (Michael) Robl, Patricia (Roy) Karst, Paula (Kevin) Kundert, Tim (Teresa) Madaus, Gregory (Debbie) Madaus, and Amy (Randy) Locke; grandchildren: Jana and Kristi Robl, Karie (Kurt) Sharratt, Ryan (Heather) Karst, Juli (Michael) Zinth, Libbey (Nick) Thomas, Emily and Austin Kundert, Ryan (Megan) Basiliere-Madaus, Eric Madaus, Jon Madaus, Jill (Logan) Fuller, James, Thomas, and Eddy Locke; 16 great grandchildren; sisters: June (the late Willard) Janke, and Marilyn (Dennis) Hammerseng; Deanne (Richard) Stearns; Sister-in-law Dona (Donald) Boushele; Brother-in-law Robert Salzer; many nieces and nephews; step-brothers and sisters.She was preceded in death by her husband, Don, her parents and sisters: Nancy (Robert) Salzer and Janet (Phillip) Lautenschlager. Memorial services will be held at 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 12, 2015, at St. Andrew's Lutheran Church, 1100 E. Murdock, with Karen Jewell officiating. Visitation will be at the church from 3:30 p.m. Tuesday until the time of the service. Memorial gifts may be made to St. Andrew's Lutheran Church. Carol's family would like to thank Pastor Karen Jewell, friends at Carmel Residence and the loving and caring staff at Eden Meadows and Mercy Medical Center as well as MMC Hospice.

St Andrews Evangelical Lutheran Church



1100 E Murdock Ave
Oshkosh
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St Andrews Evangelical Lutheran Church



1100 E Murdock Ave
Oshkosh
WI
54901

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Lake View Memorial Park



2786 Algoma Bvld.
Oshkosh
WI
54901