Matthew Dorn

Matthew Dorn

March 16, 1962 - May 05, 2023

Obituary

Madison, WI – Matthew “Matt” R. Dorn, age 61, passed away following a long illness on Friday, May 5, 2023, at Agrace Hospice in Fitchburg. He was born on March 16, 1962, to Victor and Carol (Durawa) Dorn in Madison, WI.

Matt graduated from Madison West High School and the University of Wisconsin Madison. After spending several years working in California, Matt moved back to Madison to work at the family business. Matt enjoyed working at Dorn Hardware, where he was Co-President until his health caused him to retire.

Matt loved spending time at the Dorn cottage in Waupaca. In his free time, he enjoyed waterskiing, snow skiing, running, biking, reading, and Wisconsin sports.

Matt is survived by his wife of 32 years Anne (Felten); children, Elizabeth (Graham Highdale), Stephen (Lily Thongnuam), and William; siblings, Lisa (John) Fahrney, Tom (Wendi) Dorn, Sarah Dorn, and many nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Victor and Carol Dorn; in-laws Edward and Catherine Felten; and other family members.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, May 11, 2023, at St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 602 Everglade Dr, Madison, with Father Bart Timmerman officiating. Visitation will be held from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at Ryan Funeral Home, 5701 Odana Road and again from 10:00 AM until the time of service at Church on Thursday. Interment will be held at Resurrection Cemetery.

A special thanks to Dr Laura Buyan-Dent, Dr Ernest Lee, and Dr Ken Robbins. Matt’s family is also grateful to Agrace Hospice, especially the Memory Care nurses and CNAs, for their kindness and compassion as well as all the chocolate ice cream and wheelchair rides.

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

Ryan Funeral Home & Cremation Services

5701 Odana Road

608-274-1000

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Robert and Cary Garofalo
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Robert and Cary Garofalo planted 5 trees in memory of Matthew “Matt” R. Dorn . - May 11, 2023
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Renee Prall
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Renee Prall planted 5 trees in memory of Matthew “Matt” R. Dorn . - May 14, 2023
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The Forever Sweet Bouquet was sent for Matthew “Matt” R. Dorn - May 09, 2023
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Michael Burke
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Michael Burke sent Beautiful Dreams for Matthew “Matt” R. Dorn - May 09, 2023 We're so sorry for your loss. I remember with great fondness all playing together as kids on Post Road. Our deepest condolences. -Michael Burke and family
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Mary Kramer
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Mary Kramer sent Golden Days Basket for Matthew “Matt” R. Dorn - May 10, 2023 My deepest sympathies to the entire Dorn Family. From our teenage years, I remember Matt as kind, smart, and also so much fun. Special hug to Lisa. Mary Kramer
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FRAN TIERNEY
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Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Rest in peace, Matt, and enjoy your heavenly reward. Sr. Hedwig & Fran

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