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Kathryn Jo (McAdow) Hatter
April 26, 1967 - January 19, 2025
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Obituary For Kathryn Jo (McAdow) Hatter
Kathryn Jo (McAdow) Hatter, age 57, of Brodhead, WI, the loyal, faithful, and devoted wife of Leonard Hatter for nearly 35 years and loving mother of nine, finally let go of her life on Sunday, January 19, 2025, at Agrace Hospice in Fitchburg, WI after a two-and-a-half year battle with stage four kidney cancer. She was born April 26, 1967, in Denver, CO to Jerry and Carol McAdow. She lived most of her life in the Madison and Brodhead, WI areas. She is survived by her devoted and loving husband, Leonard; their 9 children (Lora, Daniel, David, Sarah, Michael, Ruth, Abigail, Isaiah, and Rachel), sons-in-law Chad and Jason, daughters-in-law Jessica and Adin, 11 grandchildren (Ava, Kelvin, Madison, Kelssey, Josie, Carter, Lilly, Kaylee, Luke, Avery, and Audrey), father, Jerry; brother, Gary and stepfather-in-law, Wally Rogers. She was preceded in death by her mother, Carol (2022), mother-in-law, Darlene Rogers (2021) and father-in-law, John Hatter (2018).
Kathy attended school in Madison, WI, graduating in 1985 from James Madison Memorial High School. She met Leonard in May 1989 at Market Square Fitness Center in Madison and they were married on Kapalua Bay in Maui, HI on February 23, 1990. Kathy worked tirelessly and selflessly to love and care for her family day in and day out, always placing them ahead of herself. She homeschooled all nine children and worked from home as the Lead Administrator for First Editing, Inc. for over ten years (until last summer when she simply could no longer work). Kathy enjoyed crocheting, cross-stitch, jewelry making, decorating, baking, cooking, gardening, country music (especially Toby Keith), and her rabbit Tommy held a special place in her heart. She absolutely loved family gatherings, with Thanksgiving, Passover season, and 4th of July in particular being truly special days in the Hatter household. The love and care Kathy gave to her family was beyond words and she will be sorely missed. She was a truly amazing woman, wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend.
Kathy’s final days were difficult for her and her family, but she was never alone. Her faith in God and belief in His plan did not waver. Her family and friends spent countless hours at her bedside, day and night, and made many long trips to be with her. Her family will be forever grateful to the B6/6 nursing staff at UW Hospital for their unparalleled care and compassion. Special thanks as well to the team at Agrace for their kindness.
The final sentiment Kathy expressed to her family was that while this wasn’t what we had hoped for, she never stopped fighting so she could be there for her family for as long as possible. Her love, dedication, courage, resolve, and fortitude will forever be an inspiration to her family and those who knew her. Her memory and life works will live on through everyone she left behind.
A Memorial Service will be held at 12:00 P.M. on Sunday, January 26, 2025, at Ryan Funeral Home, 220 Enterprise Dr, Verona, WI. Visitation will be from 10:00 A.M. until the time of service with fellowship and refreshments to follow after the service.
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Louise Buell sent The Peace Lily for Kathryn Jo (McAdow) Hatter - January 25, 2025
To the Hatter family Kathy was an awesome woman. A woman full of love and courage. Lots of love and prayers to all the family. Sincerely, Louise Buell and family
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Jerry McAdow planted 5 trees in memory of Kathryn Jo (McAdow) Hatter . - January 24, 2025
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January 27, 2025
Our love and condolences to the family. We will be forever grateful for our time with Kathy. With much love from her work family at FirstEditing.com & JoEllen
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January 27, 2025
Our love and condolences to the family. We will be forever grateful for our time with Kathy. With much love from her work family at FirstEditing.com & JoEllen
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January 26, 2025
I have known Jerry since 2012 not only as a friend but also family. Kathy was my sister, not by blood but sisters still. My heart ❤️ hurts for her family and my friend Jerry. My prayers 🙏 are with you.
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January 26, 2025
To the entire Hatter Family: We want to let you know how very much we loved Kathy. She was a very special person, and I (Karen) loved to text with her all throughout the year, since we lived so far apart. She always spoke about how thrilled she was to have such a large family and how wonderful each of her children and grandchildren are. She said it made her feel happy and proud to know how well they all got along together. We will all miss her greatly. With love; Gary, Karen, Jason and Kerry Liebold
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January 25, 2025
I am so sorry for your loss. Mrs. Hatter was a beautiful woman inside and out. Hugs, love, and prayers to the Hatter family.
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January 23, 2025
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