Obituaries

STOUGHTON – James G. Crook, age 63, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, April 5, 2024. He grew up in Columbus, WI and graduated from Columbus High School. Shortly after moving to Madison, he met the love of his life Colleen Klawitter. They were married on June 22, 1990. He served for 30 years in construction and a proud union boy. James enjoyed his Thursday Night Murder Mystery Book Club in Stoughton, WI. He also enjoyed sci-fi conventions, comic books, table top RPGs, and was a fan of everything horror. James touched many hearts and was a friend to all. He loved his kids and wife dearly. James is now one with the stars and galaxies beyond.

James is survived by his wife of 33 years, Colleen “Honey Bunches of Oats”; children, Jessie, Amber (Tony McConnell), Jordan, Kyle, Rose, Angelique (Chad) Seidlitz, Timothy, and Jessica; grandchildren, Raven, Jack, Sophia, Adam, Pablo, Billy, Alton, and Lilah; father, Gene; and his siblings. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, other family and friends. He is preceded in death by his granddaughters, baby Colleen and Kayla.

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

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Children’s Hospital, where James would frequently visit, dressed as Santa Clause. To view and sign this guestbook, please visit: www.ryanfuneralservice.com

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