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Kathryn JoAnn Lageson
Kathryn JoAnn Lageson

Kathryn JoAnn Lageson, age 84, of New Glarus formerly of Blanchardville passed away on Sunday, December 18, 2022 at the New Glarus Home. She was born the daughter of Abraham and Yvonne (Schindler) Steketee on October 28, 1938 in Madison. She was a 1956 graduate of Blanchardville High School. Kathryn was united in marriage to Donald Lageson on June 2, 1957 in Blanchardville.

Kathryn farmed alongside her husband for many years; she also worked for Zim’s Cheese, Swiss Colony, and the New Glarus Home. Kathryn was a longtime member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Blanchardville where she was an active member in the quilting circle and humanitarian efforts, including making educational/care bags for children in need.

In her free time, she enjoyed playing cards, especially cribbage. She also enjoyed knitting, crocheting, as well as buying and selling antiques and watching westerns. She was an avid gardener and enjoyed canning vegetables. She loved spending time with her family and attending her grandchildren’s sporting events.

Kathryn is survived by her three daughters, JoAnne Trumble of Monroe, Dawn Lageson (Dan Kicmol) of Blue Mounds, and Jacqueline Lageson of Albany; 4 grandchildren, Jamie (Scott) Lundell, James (Amanda) Trumble, Samantha (Dave) Weier Venden, and Hillary (Nicole) Best; 5 great-grandchildren, Lexi, Thomas, Laci, Aliza, and Lola.

She was preceded in death by her parents and husband, Donald.

A Celebration of Kathryn’s Life will be held at a later date. Burial will take place in Old York Cemetery in Blanchardville.

Memorials may be made to the Democratic Party in Kathryn’s name.

Shriner Hager Gohlke Funeral Home is assisting the family. Condolences may be sent to the family at: shriner111.com.