Michael Endres

Michael Endres

July 10, 1948 - January 13, 2026

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Verona- Michael "Mike" J. Endres passed away peacefully in his home at Azura in Verona, WI on January 13, 2026. He was born on July 10, 1948 in Madison, WI to Gerald "Bud" and Rosetta (Ziegler) Endres. He graduated from Waunakee High School and earned an Associate's Degree in Electronics from MATC, as well as served in the United States Air Force.

Mike worked for Q5 Communications, where he fixed CB radios and made many trucker friends from around the country. He opened his own electronics repair business and eventually lived out his dream by opening Mike's Pool Barn before finishing out his career as a courier.

Mike is survived by his brother, Jerry (Connie) Endres; sisters, Rosie Endres and Sandy (Bob) Neerland; nieces and nephews, Jeff Acker (Rachel Hawley), Jon Acker (Jenni Schmitt), Christy Endres, Shawn (Meghan) Endres, Ryan Neerland (Kristin Rogers), and Breanna (Zach) Driver; and four great-nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bud and Rosetta; infant sister, Rosemary Endres; and sister Vicki Acker.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to the team at Azura, Agrace HospiceCare, and the staff at the VA.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Agrace HospiceCare in Mike's name.

Mike was a real pool shark. Wherever he lived, he was well-known for his love of the game of pool. Rack 'em up!

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Stephen Nelson
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I think I might have been 16. I remember the first time I lit a square (cigarette) in the Pool Barn. I kept staring at Mike like he was gonna come over and scold me and kick me out. He never even looked my way. And I may or may not have bought a pack or two from behind the counter. I don't believe the age we were supposed to be to buy tobacco was important as our character was. Because of Mike, the Pool Barn wasn't just a hangout spot for Sun Prairie youth and East Wash cruisers. It was a culture. It was a safe place. It was an escape. Every Friday and Saturday night in the summer it's where you could find me. If I was by myself and asked him to play he would. I don't remember what we talked about during those games of pool but I remember being on cloud nine because I was playing the owner of The Pool Barn. I was sad when it closed. I was really sad when it was demolished. It was almost like a part of me was torn down. I know I'm not alone in that feeling. I just hope he knew that. Rest In Peace, Mike 🎱🎯
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Keryn
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The Pool Barn and Mike will always hold a very special place in my heart. As long as you respected him and his place he was willing to help you in anyway he could. I learned a lot of valuable skills from him. Life skills and how to shoot pool even though i never was very good anyway. He never gave up trying to help me get better. Rest in peace my friend.
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Kristine Oetzman
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Of course I know Mike from pool. We spent alot of time at the pool barn when I was in high school. He always gave me tips when I was shooting. Fast forward a few years, and we were on the same pool league. He always had a kind smile, and seemed to remember everyone he met. Sad to hear of his passing, however feel blessed to have known him.
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Mike Iselin
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Mike was a very kind soul, who was also pretty funny.... I was one of those young kids in the 90s who spent a lot of time shooting pool at the barn. He always had a kind word, and would be happy to show you he knew how to play as well, many a time running the table on me as I was learning the game.

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