Carol L. Madson, age 90, of Chetek, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at Brentwood Memory Care in Rice Lake.

Carol Lola Madson was born on December 27, 1930 in Blooming Prairie, MN.

She was the first born child to her parents, Robert and Esther Muller. She was baptized and confirmed at St. John’s Lutheran Church, and graduated from Blooming Prairie High School in 1948.

After graduation, Carol attended Nursing School at Naeve Hospital in Albert Lea, MN, and met her lifetime love, Howard Madson. They were married on April 22, 1949. They eventually moved to Waterloo, IA where Carol earned her Nursing Degree from Waterloo School of Practical Nursing in August, 1963. She continued working as a nurse for several years.

Carol and Howard were blessed with four children. They enjoyed family times at every opportunity, and especially loved spending time at their cottage on Island Lake. Carol was an excellent homemaker and enjoyed family get-togethers and celebrations. She always baked chocolate cake and Norwegian treats for Howard. Carol and Howard were devoted to each other and happiest when they were together.

She is survived by her children, Ralph “Curt” (Cindy) Madson of Englewood, FL, Dianne Benning of Goldendale, WA and Nancy (Jeffrey) Young of Vicksburg, MI; 6 grandchildren and a great-grandchild; along with a sister, Charlene Peterson of Roseville, MN and a brother, Rev. Lyle (Marlene) Muller of Oviedo, FL.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Howard Madson; and her youngest son, David Madson.

A visitation for Carol Madson will be held on Saturday, December 18, 2021 from 10:00 until 11:00 a.m. at Rausch and Steel Funeral Home in Barron.

The funeral service will follow at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Guy Redfield officiating at the funeral home.

Burial will be at Barron Wayside Cemetery immediately following the service.

Memorials may be made to Chetek Lutheran Church, Chetek, Wisconsin.

Last Update: Dec 16, 2021 1:04 pm CST