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Loran M. Mezera

May 07, 1951 - October 02, 2023

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Obituary For Loran M. Mezera

Madison – Loran M. Mezera, age 72, passed away on Monday, October 2, 2023, at UW Hospital. He was born on May 7, 1951, in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin to George and Lillian (Farrell) Mezera. In 1976, he was united in marriage to Kaye Faust in Madison, Wisconsin.

Loran graduated from Madison East High School in 1970. He was drafted in 1970 and served until January 1973. He was then employed by the Wisconsin National Guard until he retired in 2001 as a technician at OMS9. Loran was then employed at the University of Wisconsin food services until 2013 when he retired. Loran then enjoyed his retirement tinkering on his hot rod.

Loran is survived by his wife Kaye; sons Michael (Silvie) and Matthew (Trista); four of the most beautiful grandchildren Everly, Oliver, Everett, Eoin who will miss their papa. Loran is also survived by two sisters Maureen (Patrick) Kennedy and Delores Jones; mother-in-law Joyce Faust; and many cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Loran was preceded in death by his parents; father-in-law Robert Faust; and brother-in-law Douglas Jones.

A memorial visitation will be held on Monday, October 16, 2023, at Ryan Funeral Home, 2418 N. Sherman Ave., Madison, from 2:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m.

To view and sign this guestbook, please visit: www.ryanfuneralservice.com.

Ryan Funeral Home & Cremation Services

2418 N. Sherman Ave.

608-249-8257

Services

16 Oct

Memorial Visitation

02:00 PM - 06:00 PM

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  • October 12, 2023

    Dear Kaye, I'm so sorry. Thinking of you and your family. What a great loss for you all. Sincerely, Martha Kniffin

  • October 09, 2023

    Kaye, Mike, Matt, and Family, My sincere condolences to you and your family. Uncle Loran was a great man. I feel very lucky to have known him and to call him family. My thoughts are with you and your family. Shanda

  • October 07, 2023

    One of the coolest dads I have ever known. Peace to your family. ~The Herricks

  • October 06, 2023

    Loran and his Chevelle are warmly remembered as part of the Road Apples car club. Thoughts are with his family and friends, rest in peace Loran

  • October 05, 2023

    Kaye and boys, we are so very sorry for your loss. Loren was an awesome guy, someone people enjoyed being able to chat with and joke around. Unfortunately we will not be able to make it to the visitation since we will be gone on vacation. You are in our prayers. Tim and Colleen Ward

  • October 05, 2023

    Dear Kaye, Mike, Matt and family - My sincerest condolences during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Hugs and love - Carolyn Segebrecht

  • October 05, 2023

    Kaye, we all were very blessed to have known Loran. He is funny, honest, friendly and very well liked. I am honored in having known him. Teresa

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