Deborah `Deb` Wilson
Deborah `Deb` Wilson , Age 77
Deborah “Deb” Wilson, age 77, of Baraboo, passed away on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at Sauk Prairie Hospital in Prairie du Sac.
Deb was born to Harry and June (Habish) Beetham on November 18, 1948, Madison. She graduated from Monona Grove High School, Class of 1966. Deb was united in marriage to Don Wilson on August 15, 1970, in Madison. For over 20 years, she worked as an executive secretary for Tri-State Breeders Cooperative. Deb was an avid reader and had a special passion for training dogs. Above all, she cherished the time she spent with her family.
She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Don; daughters, Angela (Doug) Crowley of DeForest and Laura (Doug) Johannessen, of Casper, Wyoming; grandchildren, Duncan and Quinn Crowley, Aida Freya, and Elska Johannessen; siblings, John (Tina) Beetham of Madison, Kent Beetham of Madison, Dean Beetham of California, Pam Beetham of Madison, Rhonda Beetham of Madison and Liesa (Dan) O’ Shaughnessy of Arizona; nieces, nephews, other relatives and good friends.
Deb was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Melinda Schenck.
A Memorial will be held from 12 p.m. until 2 p.m. on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at Redlin-Ertz Funeral Home.
Condolences
Linda Schenck September 02, 2026
aquaintance Baraboo , Wisconsin
Deb was forever a shinning light wherever she was. Her gentle voice always served to remind you that things would turn out okay. Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss….
David sprecher September 02, 2026
Friend Sioux falls , South Dakota
Don. So sorry to see the loss of your wife. Sending prayers and sympathies to you and family.
Shannon Cummings September 03, 2026
Friend Baraboo , Wisconsin
Laura, So sorry to hear about your mom! I feel like it was just yesterday I was chatting with her. She was always so sweet, kind and welcoming! Prayers to you, Angela, your Dad and your families!!!
Chuck Wolf September 03, 2026
Aquintence Elmwood , Wisconsin
Extending our sympathy to Don and family. I had the pleasure of sitting next to Deb at our monthly Accelerated Genetics board meetings for twelve years. Such a warm and welcoming individual, may her memory be remembered forever. Sincerely Chuck and Pixie Wolf
Ann Effinger September 04, 2026
Acquaintance Merrimac , Wisconsin
My condolences to the family.
Charlotte Snyder September 05, 2026
Former Co worker Baraboo , Wisconsin
Sorry for your loss! Was a wonderful person!