Michael Rotar
August 13, 1960 - March 16, 2025
Obituary
Morrisonville-
Michael M. “Mike” Rotar, age 64 of Morrisonville, passed away on Sunday, March 16, 2025, after a short battle with cancer. He was born on August 13, 1960, in Madison, the son of Myron and Beverly (Sharer) Rotar. Mike was a 1978 graduate of Sun Prairie High School. On December 4, 1982, he was united in marriage to Dorene A. Jones. Mike spent most of his adult life as an independent owner/operator trucker.
Mike had many hobbies including boating, snowmobiling, and UTV-ing. Mike was very handy and there was no home renovation project Mike wouldn’t tackle. Most importantly, Mike loved spending time with his family.
Mike is survived by his wife, Dorene; his sons, Nick (Jenny) and Travis (Kayla); grandchildren, Oliver, Noah, Amelia and Lucas; father, Myron; sisters, Joni (Bruce) Baum, Julie (Mark) Hudziak and Beth (Dave) Kelps; and many other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Beverly and brother-in-law, Brad Walker.
A Celebration of Life honoring Mike will be held from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at the Hilton Garden Inn – Prairie Room A, 1220 South Grand Avenue, Sun Prairie. A private family interment will be held at Cambria Cemetery, at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Agrace HospiceCare, Fitchburg.
The family would like to extend a very special thank you to Mike’s sister, Julie and niece, Brittany for the loving care they gave Mike over the last weeks.
To view and sign this guestbook, please visit: www.ryanfuneralservice.com.
Ryan Funeral Home & Cremation Services
Windosr/DeForest Chapel
6924 Lake Road
608-846-4250
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Gregory Hunter
Other • about 1 month ago
Gregory Hunter planted 5 trees in memory of Michael M. "Mike" Rotar . - March 23, 2025
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Sean Neverman
Other • about 1 month ago
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you all during this difficult time. - The Nevermans -
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Raymond F. Sharer
Other • about 1 month ago
We're very sorry for your loss. Mike was a wonderful person. We always enjoyed his company and conversing with him at family events and reunions. He will be missed by all of us.
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Chrissy Bursaw
Other • about 1 month ago
Travis and Kayla, Mark and I are very sorry for your loss! Great Dads are special and the lessons we learn from them are so important. I lost mine last year and all the wonderful humor filled memories I have will always be there. Take heart that you will always have those memories and they can never fade away. He's in God's arms with no pain or sickness and that's what got me though and I pray that can help get you through as well. We love y'all. Mark and Chrissy Bursaw Jessica and Alena
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Pete Kaspar
Other • about 1 month ago
I had the honor of working with Mike for several years. He taught me an awful lot of things I continue to use in my career every day. There are people in your life that you will always respect and remeber. Mike was that guy for me. Will never forget him. My condolences. RIP Mike. Pete Kaspar and family.
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Jody Martinson
Other • about 1 month ago
We go back SO many years!! From our mini bike days on camp outings ( our young teens) to present when we have enjoyed fish fry's, UTVING. With lots of fun memories in between. You will be deeply missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family during this difficult time. We will continue to watch over Dorene and keep her active in all those fun things we used to do. Dale & Jody