Dorothy Mae Madson

Dorothy Mae Madson, 89, of Iola, passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2026. She was born on November 11, 1936 in Wild Rose to William and Lillian (Handschke) Nowak. Dorothy married John L. Madson on April 2, 1960 at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Waupaca. He preceded her in death on November 24, 2003. Dorothy loved spending time with her family. She also was a dedicated fan of the Milwaukee Brewers, Wisconsin Badger basketball and the Milwaukee Bucks.

Dorothy was a member of Our Savior's Lutheran Church. She taught 2nd grade Sunday School for many years. Worked with the Brownie Troop of the Iola Girl Scouts. Worked for the Iola Scandinavia School District as a van driver for Kindergarten and Special Education and later a school bus.

She is survived by her Children: Steve (Marie) Madson, Holly (Brian Anderson) Madson and Mark Madson. Grandchildren: Nathaniel Peschong, Emily VanGroll, Nick Madson and Charlie Madson. Great Grandchildren: Ayanna, Karma, Katalaya, and Elijah. Along with her sister in-law Shirl Nowak of Waupaca. She was preceded in death by husband: John, Parents: William and Lillian Nowak; Grand Daughter Kayla Peschong. Brothers Walter Nowak (Elaine) and Arnold Nowak, Sister Bernice Sweetalla (Del). Nephew Bill Nowak.

The Funeral Service for Dorothy will be held on Friday April 24, 2026, 11:00 AM at Our Savior's Lutheran Church of Iola with Rev. Gail Kenny officiating. Visitation will be held at the church on Friday from 9:30 AM to 10:45 AM. Interment will be at Our Savior's Lutheran Cemetery. The family would like to thank Aspirus Hospital Stevens Point, Our Savior's Lutheran Church, Voie Funeral Home, Iola Ambulance Service and Living Oaks Assisted Living.

In lieu of flowers a memorial fund has been established.

In honor of Dorothy feel free to wear your favorite Badgers, Brewers or Bucks apparel.