Matthew Roherty

Sauk City - Matthew Paul Roherty, age 69, passed away on September 8th, 2025. While our hearts are heavy with the suddenness of his passing, we also find comfort in reflecting on the incredible joy, laughter, and love he brought to all of us. Matt grew up in Madison, WI, went to James Madison Memorial (Class of ‘74) and had a long successful career in sales.

Anyone who knew Matt knew that he was a quiet man, but one who left a big impression on his family and friends. Whether it was his love of golf or his trips to Las Vegas, deer camp with his brother Mike, fine dining, playing the guitar, his large Irish family, the Packers or his competitive spirit at the card table, he always embraced the excitement that life had to offer. But as much as he enjoyed those things, his greatest Love was his wife Kay and his cat Danny.

His presence at any gathering made it feel more special and he will always be remembered for looking sharp in his signature Ralph Lauren, bringing champagne and cocktail shrimp to every holiday and, of course, his sweet potatoes at Thanksgiving. He was generous not just with his time, but with his heart, teaching many of his nieces and nephews as well as great nieces and nephews how to play a game of cards or dice.

Matt is survived by his siblings; Mary Pat Dilley, Maggie (Tony) Juris, Michael (Susan) Roherty, Ann Roberts, his brother in law; Doug (Donna) Woodman, nieces and nephews; Clayton Dilley (Kayla), Wesley (Emily) Dilley, Kellie Juris (Matt), Katie Juris, Matthew (Jessi) Roherty, Megan (Mike) Leviton, Ryan (Renee) Roberts, Erin (Adam) Hanson, Cindy Meis and Nicole Pavelec.

Matt was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Theresa Roherty, his younger brother Paul Roherty and wife Kay Roherty.

Even though he’s no longer with us, his spirit remains in the memories we share. Until we meet again Matt, forever you’ll be in our hearts.

Special Thanks to the entire staff at University Hospital Neurology Clinic and Agrace in Fitchburg, WI.

An Irish Wake will be held from 3:00 pm until 6:00 pm on Friday, September 26, 2025
Capital Brewery (Grain Room)
7734 Terrace Ave.
Middleton, WI 53562

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If you'd like overnight accommodations
The Staybridge Suites Middleton
7790 Elmwood Ave, Middleton, WI 53562
.02 miles from the Capital Brewery (3 minute walk), 1 minute drive.
*Priceline is offering $136/per night

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To view his obituary or leave a memory, please visit: www.ryanfuneralservice.com.

Ryan Funeral Home & Cremation Services
Legacy Center
6728 Mader Drive
608-274-1000