Joseph Thony

Joseph Thony

September 05, 1957 - November 30, 2021

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Westport – Joseph “Joe” Urban Thony, age 64, passed away in a tragic accident at home on November 30, 2021. Joe was born in Mazomanie, Wisconsin, on September 5, 1957, the son of John and Verena (Pulvermacher) Thony.

Joe was a fun-loving, idea man who loved animals especially his dogs, living on Lake Mendota overlooking the lake, Capitol, and nature, especially bald eagles, and mallard ducks. He was a huge Packers, Badgers, and Madison Mallards fan. Joe’s interests also included gardening, volunteering at Holy Wisdom Monastery, making salsa and spaghetti sauce. He rebuilt a boathouse (tiki hut) at his house and enjoyed planting flowers. Joe enjoyed hunting and was always on the lookout for the “big buck”. Joe was a very good photographer and took pictures of wildlife, people, flowers, events, and sports games. He also hosted the annual Hooters calendar shoot. Joe loved entertaining at his house with cookouts, bonfires, fireworks, and anything for a get-together. He had such a love of life and people and was quite the jokester.

Joe is survived by his mother. Verena (Rena) Thony, brother David, sisters Diane (Lyle) Helgeson, Joan, and Virginia; nieces and cousins; and very close friends Stacy (Kevin) Hinz and Marty (Sue) Batz. He was preceded in death by his father, John Thony.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date in the spring.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Holy Wisdom Monastery, 4200 Co Hwy M, Middleton.

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

Ryan Funeral Home & Cremation Services

2418 N. Sherman Ave.

608-249-8257

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Pat Heffling
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Met "Joe" at the annual Club La Mark Daytona 500 party. Fun-loving guy. The world needs more people like him. Sad to hear he is gone. RIP Joe.
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Tina Brown
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I am so sorry to learn of Joe's passing. I remember the first time my husband introduced me to Joe, he enveloped me in a huge hug and was very welcoming. Joe had such a kind heart and the best of intentions. Joe was the photographer at our wedding and continued to be a lifelong friend. He will be missed dearly. Pat and I send our condolences to all Joe's family. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
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Lori Kara
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I am so saddened to hear of Joes passing. My thoughts and prayers are with family and friends during this difficult time. My memories of Joes goofy laugh and ability to make others laugh will always be with me. Joe was always there to give me a hug and I am sending him a hug along with my prayers to Rest In Peace.
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John Butterbaugh
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I am so sorry to hear of Joe's passing and my thoughts and prayers go out to all of his wonderful family. My memories of Joe bring a warm smile to my face and I miss the adventures I shared with him and his family.
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FRANCIS STANDISH
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I'm so sad to hear of Joe's passing, he was very much in love with the Brewers, Packers, Badgers and Mallards, so had a lot of friendly bets over the years, So in saying good bye Joe, REST IN PEACE!
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Linda Harris
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I am so sorry for your family's loss. I met Joe through his sister Joan, who shared her family with me and my son's. Thank you, Joan. Sending your family my deepest and heartfelt condolences.

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