Gary Grothaus

Gary Grothaus

December 30, 1966 - June 07, 2025

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Madison, Wisconsin

Gary L Grothaus passed away on June 7th, 2025.  Born to Dean and Dixie Grothaus December 3rd, 1966, he grew up on the family farm in Bellaire, Kansas.  After graduating from Smith Center, he continued his education throughout much of his adulthood.  Graduating from Wichita State, he then received a Masters in Hospital Administration from the University of Houston Clear Lake.  He then found his calling and became a Registered Nurse through Fort Hays State University. He was always near family, with every step of his journey to Wisconsin.

Gary was preceded and met by all of his grandparents, his mother and father, sister (Sandra), and many of his ancestors.

Gary is survived by his brother (Doug and wife Marcia), sister Sherri (Sauer and partner Delmar Carter), many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.

A Private family service has been held.

To view and sign this guestbook, please visit: www.ryanfuneralservice.com

Ryan Funeral Home & Cremation Services
2418 N. Sherman Avenue
608-249-8257

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Melissa Toomey Moore
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Gary and I lived in Fairmont Towers Dorm at Wichita State. We were quite close those years. We lost track of one another but I have such fond memories of his bubbly personality and warm smile.
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Rachael Tonn
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Gar and I worked together at Care Wisconsin. He was such a bright light. I loved having a good laugh with him.
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Lisa S
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My condolences to Gary's family and close friends. I worked with Gary for several years at Care WI. We were in the business of HEART and he had a true passion for helping people and making people laugh. May he rest in peace.
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Lisa Holden
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Gary always had a smile on his face. He helped us on complex projects and used his Six Sigma skills to bring clarity into chaos. Gary loved our iCare members and believed in our mission. His light was always bright!
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Hannah Cavey
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Gary helped those around him no matter how challenging a situation may be. He encouraged growth, compassion, and joy in all areas of life. I treasured the years we got to work together and the wonderful ways he impacted those around him. I know he deeply loved his friends and family. His memory will be cherished.
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Kris Peterka
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Gary was a treasured colleague of our iCare team where he worked for many years as a Quality nurse. The news of his passing has been shared among us and we are all saddened by his loss. We are sharing fun memories of fishbone diagrams and root cause analysis! No one could do it better and with more cheer than Gary. He always spoke so fondly of his family and nieces and nephews. We will miss you, Gary. Rest in peace. -Kris Peterka

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