Jean Jagelski

Jean Jagelski

October 10, 1928 - March 10, 2022

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Madison – Jean Ann (O’Neil) Jagelski, 93, of Madison, passed away on March 10, 2022, at Oak Park Place after an extended illness.

Jean was born on October 10, 1928, to parents John and Lucille O’Neil in Ottawa, IL. Jean married Thaddeus Jagelski on May 28, 1948. She graduated from Nursing School in June 1949. She worked at St. Mary’s Hospital in LaSalle, IL and St. Mary’s Hospital Medical Center in Madison, WI as an RN, Head Nurse, and Special Services Coordinator.

Jean loved to travel, visiting many national parks and family. She enjoyed reading and word search puzzles. She loved spending time at her shack in the woods and sharing stories around the campfire. Most important, she loved spending time with her family. She always made a point to thank the grandchildren for coming to visit.

Jean was preceded in death by her husband: her parents; sisters, Marge Griglione, Marilyn (John) Kuhn, and Joan Kunkel; sons-in-laws, Robert Haefner, and Robert Bruns; and great grandson, Dillon Haefner.

She is survived by her daughters, Judith Haefner, Phyllis Bruns, Mary Jean (Bob) Tschanz, and Catherine (Tim) Peterson; son, John (Christy); 8 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren and one expected; 2 step great grandchildren; 3 step great-great grandchildren; brothers-in-law, Eugene Kunkel and Bob (Carol) Jagelski; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, March 15, 2022, at St. Peter Catholic Church, 5001 N Sherman Ave, Madison, with Fr. Gabriel Lopez-Betanzos presiding. A visitation will be held from 10:00 AM until the time of mass. Burial will follow at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery.

The family wishes to extend a special thank you to Dr. Albert Musa, the staff at Oak Park Place Rehab and Assisted Living, and Agrace Hospice. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Jean’s name to Agrace Hospice. 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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Rita Vosters
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I have fond memories of Jean from when I worked at St. Marys in the 1980s. She was always professional and had such a positive and kind demeanor. My sincere sympathy in the loss of Jean.
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Deacon Todd Martin
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Jean was a wonderful, faithful Catholic. She fulfilled others with her example of faith and volunteering. May Our Lord Bless her on her journey home
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Liz (Fox) Smith
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MJ and Family,I am so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. She was a very gracious lady. I remember all the times I had sleep overs at your house and in the morning your mom would make me french toast, delicious. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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Al and Beth Riddiough
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John and the Jagelski family;You have my sincere condolences on the passing of your mother. Jean was a kind and gentle person. I have wonderful memories of both Jean and Ted growing up as neighbors as well as an occasional visit to the shack in the woods. Both Jean and you are in our thoughts. Al and Beth Riddiough
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Al and Beth Riddiough
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John and all of the Jagelski family; you have my sincere condolences on the passing of you mother. She was a kind and sweet person. I have many wonderful memories of both Jean and Ted while growing up as neighbors, along with the occasional trip to the 'shack in the woods'. I'm sure she will be dearly missed. You are in our thoughts.
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John and Jo Ann Terasa
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Mary Jean, Judy, Phyllis, Cathy and JohnYour mother was a truly admirable woman. I was privileged to have known her. I met her and your family during my sophomore year in high school. Your parents were there for our wedding and we spent many enjoyable weekends at the shack. She was there to assist us with priohams to follow the development of our premature son. She was an inspiration to many. Now that she has passed, she will be dearly missed by many. Our most sincere condolences to you and your family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

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