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Jerry L. Fillner

March 29, 1940 - February 21, 2024

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Obituary For Jerry L. Fillner

MADISON – Jerry L. Fillner, age 83, finished his final lap on Wednesday, February 21, 2024. Jerry was born on March 29, 1940, in Janesville, WI to Glenn and Elsie Fillner. He graduated from Madison East High School in 1958. Jerry spent his career in sales, culinary arts and promoting a racetrack. He married the love of his life, Donna Jones of Maddock, ND, at Parkside Presbyterian Church in Madison, WI. Jerry loved racing, cooking, and especially Christmas where he completely decorated the inside and outside of his home. Christmas won’t be quite as bright without him, he will be dearly missed.

Jerry is survived by his wife, Donna; children, Scott (Kris) and Kim(Ron) Hanko; granddaughter, Savanna De’Lace (Dillon Muth); and great grandson, Ares Muth. He is further survived by many nieces, nephews, other family and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents; son, Kevin; granddaughter, Ciara Hanko; brothers and sister.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, March 2, 2024, at 11:00am at RYAN FUNERAL HOME, 2418 N. Sherman Avenue, Madison. A visitation will be held from 9:00am until time of the service on Saturday at the funeral home.

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Celebration of Life Service

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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  • March 01, 2024

    Jim and Fay Hendricks

    We are saddened to see another race friend take the checkered flag. Our condolences to the family. So many happy memories and fun times. Jim and Fay Hendricks

  • February 25, 2024

    Lynn Pauly and Rick Bogle

    We are so sorry to hear about Jerry's passing. We live a block away and always were so impressed with the effort he put forward in his yard for the holidays. We didn't know him well but he always was friendly as we walked past the house with our dogs. Our thoughts are with his family. He will be missed. From Lynn and Rick on Maher Ave.

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  • Mixed Dish Garden

    Mixed Dish Garden was sent for Jerry L. Fillner - February 27, 2024

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    Radiant Foliage Planter was sent for Jerry L. Fillner - February 26, 2024

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    The Peace Lily was sent for Jerry L. Fillner - February 26, 2024

  • Large Mixed Dish Garden

    Large Mixed Dish Garden was sent for Jerry L. Fillner - February 23, 2024

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