Harry LaMay

Harry LaMay

September 04, 1936 - December 18, 2025

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Madison - Harry C. LaMay, age 89, passed away on December 18, 2025, at Nazareth Health and Rehab Center in Stoughton. He was born in Madison, Wisconsin, on September 4, 1936, the son of Harry C. LaMay and Norma (Kent) LaMay.

Harry worked for the Madison Newspapers for 18 years and finished his time there as the City Circulation Manager. He finished his career at a family owned business, LaMay Painting.

Harry played 20 years in Madison's fast pitch major leagues and was on the Madison all star team that played the King and his Court at a packed Breese Steven's field. He sponsored a team called Dirty Harry's and was still a stick into his 50's. Harry loved playing golf with his regular foursome at Cherokee C.C. and in his later years at Yahara Hills with his two sons.

In addition to his love for playing sports, Harry enjoyed art work, music, dancing with his wife of 66 years, watching Packer and Badger sports with friends at the Heritage and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Harry is survived by his loving children, Jeffrey (Cindy) LaMay, Cynthia (Gerhardt) Banfi, Tamara (John) White, and William (Maria Schneider) LaMay; his grandchildren, Brooke (Eric) Eubanks, Heidi (Brian) Murphy, Stephanie (Billy) Blazer, and Madison White; great grandchildren, GiGi Blazer, Olive Eubanks, and Johnie Eubanks; his sister, Betty (William) Sime; and other family and friends.

Harry was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Jean (Deering) LaMay; his parents, Harry and Norma LaMay; and his sisters, Joan (Ray) Schwenn and Nancy LaMay. Throughout his life, he was cherished by family and friends alike for his gentle spirit.

A celebration of life will be held for Harry on Saturday, January 10, 2026, from 10am to noon at St. Luke's Lutheran Church (Friendship Hall), 7337 Hubbard Ave, Middleton, WI. To view this obituary and leave a memory, please visit: www.ryanfuneralservice.

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

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Steven Kleinhenz
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Harry was a dear customer at Metcalfe's Market, where I work in the Bakery. I'm sorry that I don't have the words to express my affection and respect and sympathy for him. Gentle, yes, and also honest, honorable, humble, strong, and wise. Thank you, Harry.
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Cyndi
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I would like to thank all that came to Harry’s celebration of life. My family is grateful for the support. We find comfort in knowing harry and barb have so many wonderful friends and coworkers. Thank you for all the hugs, memories and kind words. We hold you all in our hearts.
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Cyndi
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Thank you Sam. My parents enjoyed the kiwi trip. They were very thankful for the kindness they received from you all. Harry was very a fun dad. I am so happy you have a painting. My favorites were his birds.
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Sam
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I didnt get to know Harry until the past 5 years when he was a regular at the kwik trip I worked at. He was far and away the favorite customer of everyone who worked there. Not even close. The love he had for his wife was so deep, he rarely talked about anything else. I have multiple memories of him giving me priceless life advice, and was lucky enough to purchase one of his paintings he made (he insisted it wasnt worth any money but I was having none of that). A truly good man in a world that needs more of them
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Cyndi
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Thank you Dennis and Don for the comments. He was such a fun dad. I miss him so very much
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dennis mcgilligan
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Harry was my district manager as a newspaper carrier and assistant district manager. when he cracked the whip; wait a minute; he didn't crack a whip; always did things with a smile, gentle persuasion and encouragement; wonderful guy. The best. one of the good guys.

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