Daniel Madson

Daniel Madson, age 78, of Sheboygan passed away surrounded by his family on Saturday, October 4, 2025, after suffering from Alzheimer’s Disease.

He was born on March 12, 1947, in Sheboygan to the late Arthur and Helen (Otte) Madson-Kloppenburg. Dan attended local schools and graduated from Sheboygan South High School. On January 22, 1966, Dan was united in marriage to Mary Ellen Voss. Together, they were members of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Sheboygan Falls, where he volunteered many hours and especially enjoyed helping at the “Night to Shine” event. Dan was a proud leader of the Suscha-Fale Sportsman Club for many years. He was an avid fisherman and spent many hours on Lake Michigan, being a member of the Sheboygan Area Great Lakes Sport Fisherman Club. In his earlier years, Dan enjoyed playing softball, swimming and biking. Dan was a printer for two years at Zimmerman Printing and then worked in the brass foundry at Kohler Company for over 43 years.

Dan had a wonderful gift when it came to wood refinishing, making many beautiful pieces over the years. Rabbit hunting with his beloved beagles was also a favorite of Dan’s. You could always find Dan outside tending to his beautiful yard and plentiful garden. Above all, Dan loved making memories with his family, especially his grandchildren. His quick wit and dry sense of humor brought laughter to many and he will be deeply missed.

Dan is survived by his wife of almost of almost 60 years, Mary Ellen; children, John Daniel (Rebecca) Madson and Andrea Marie (Scott) Velasquez; grandchildren, Morgan Elizabeth, Mason Alberto, Amberly Grayce and Ashley Elise; brothers, Jim (Judy) Madson and David Madson; nieces, nephews, other family and friends.

Along with his parents, Dan was preceded in death by his sister-in-law, Carol Madson.

A Memorial Service for Dan will take place at 3:00 PM on Monday, October 20, 2025, at Ballhorn Chapels Funeral and Cremation Care Center, 1201 N 8th St. in Sheboygan with Chaplain Joseph Zenk officiating. Family will greet visitors at the funeral home on Monday from 1:00 PM until the time of service. Dan will be laid to rest at Wildwood Cemetery. Dan’s service will be livestreamed on his obituary page on the funeral home website.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in Dan’s name are asked to be sent to one of his favorite charities, St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital.

The family would like to thank the staff at Pine Haven Christian Communities, Edenbrook Sheboygan and Embrace for the excellent care given to Dan.