Marlin “John” J. Wedan

Marlin “John” J. Wedan, age 91, passed away on Monday, October 17, 2022, at Oakwood Village, Madison. He was born on July 23, 1931, to Lloyd and Anna (Larson) Wedan in Poplar, Wisconsin. John married Lois Woltman on June 12, 1954, whom he met while stationed in the Air Force at Truax Field in Madison.
John worked for the State of Wisconsin for over 30 years. After retiring he worked for Prairie Athletic Club for over 20 years. In his free time, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping and golf. You would often see John on his John Deere riding lawn mower, mowing his sons’ yard, while his daughter was doing his laundry and balancing the checkbook.
John is survived by children, Nancy (Alan) Johnson, Larry (Stephanie) Wedan; grandchildren, Brad (Heather), Brent (Samantha), Darcy (Dave), Kara (Brandon), Madison, Lexi, Makenna; great grandchildren, Ella, Parker, Molly, Braydon, Teddy, Georgia, Bryce, Vivian, Zola, Evie, Byron; brother, Paul (Dorothy) and nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.
His is preceded in death by his parents; wife; brothers, Merton, Dale, Duane; sister and Leona.
A Celebration of John’s Life will be held at 11:30 AM on Saturday, October 29, 2022, at Ryan Funeral Home, 6924 Lake Road, DeForest. A visitation will be held from 10:00 AM until the time of service. Military Honors will take place immediately after the service at the Funeral Home. Interment will be at Dane Immanuel Cemetery in Dane.
To view and sign this guestbook please visit www.ryanfuneralservice.com.
Ryan Funeral Home & Cremation Services
Windsor/DeForest Chapel
6924 Lake Road
608-846-4250
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