Roger Hron

Roger Hron

July 30, 1948 - November 12, 2025

Obituary

Madison - Roger Lee Hron passed away peacefully on November 12, 2025, at the age of 77. He was born on July 30, 1948, in Madison, Wisconsin, the son of Henry B. Hron and Lilah J. Watson.

A lifelong resident of Wisconsin, Roger graduated from Madison La Follette High School. He dedicated his professional life to the craft of upholstery, where his skill and attention to detail earned him great respect in his trade. Roger was the proud owner of Hron Upholstery for 40 years.

Roger was an avid hunter and fisherman. He was a member of many local bass clubs and was also involved with the Madison Fishing Expo for 30 years. For many years, he also mentored and sponsored people in AA. Roger was a devoted family man. He had a great love for his family especially his grandchildren and his two great granddaughters. He found great joy in attending their sporting events and rooting them all on.

Roger is survived by his wife Sharon; children, Donald (Jessica) Hron, Patricia (Charles) Giese, Joseph (Becky) Spaeth and Alice (Ken) Williams; step children, Todd (Kristen) Sailor and Kurt Sailor; grandchildren, Matthew Hron, McKenzie (Evan) Strait, Anthony Williams, Katlyn Williams, Logan (Hannah) Hron, Emily Hron, Mason Spaeth and Marshall Spaeth; step granddaughter, Maria Sailor; great granddaughters, Lila Strait and Lillian Strait; sister, Sharon Wood; and many extended family members.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and his brother, Bernard Hron.

A Funeral Service will be held at 7:00pm on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at RYAN FUNERAL HOME, 2418 N Sherman Ave, Madison. A visitation will take place at the funeral home from 5:00pm until the time of service. To view this obituary and leave a memory, please visit: www.ryanfuneralservice.com.

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

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Visitation
Wed Nov 19, 2025 @ 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM CDT
Ryan Funeral Home - Madison East • 2418 N. Sherman Avenue, Madison, WI 53704, Madison, WI 53704
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Funeral Service
Wed Nov 19, 2025 @ 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM CDT
Ryan Funeral Home - Madison East • 2418 N. Sherman Avenue, Madison, WI 53704, Madison, WI 53704
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Donald
Family •
Well Dad I got this Buck in the place you loved the best Gods country up Mt. Tabor where we had lots of memories on Rick land you were with me in spirit on Saturday!! I will always miss you til we meet again
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David Bauman
Friend •
Sorry for your loss. God bless your hearts. Dear brother in the Lord many wonderful memories. Ps.23
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Linda Jourdan
Friend •
Don, Jess, Logan and Emily - So very sorry to hear of the loss of Roger. Please know my sincerest condolences and heartfelt sympathy to all of you and your extended family during this time. I met Roger multiple times over the years and he was always very kind with a welcoming smile. Sending my prayers across the miles to you all.
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Tom Haynes
Friend •
Roger your friendly smile and quiet nature will be missed by your friends in the Expo.
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Charlie Goodson
Friend •
Although for many years I would see Roger at Bucky Bass, Thursday Child, and Badger Childhood Network Bass Classic. We would always have time to talk and catch up. I would always see Roger at The Madison Fishing Expo. RIP Roger you will be missed.
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Bud Hauser
Friend •
We have not been in contact for awhile but I lost a great friend. Sharon, Don, the whole family thank you for sharing him with me and know that my thoughts and strength are with you. Bud Hauser

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