Sharon Sue Kittle

Sharon Sue Kittle, age 85, of Madison, passed away on November 9, 2026. Born on December 19, 1940, Sharon was a lifelong Madison resident.

A proud 1959 graduate of Madison East High School, Sharon began her professional journey as a secretary for the U.S. Air Force at Truax Field. She later brought her dedication and sharp organizational skills to the City of Madison Personnel Department, ultimately finishing her esteemed career as the Assistant to the Chief of Police at the Madison Police Department—a role she thoroughly loved.

On May 20, 1961, Sharon married the love of her life, Marvin Kittle. Together they shared a wonderful life, welcoming one "perfect" daughter, Deana—as Sharon proudly and lovingly told everyone, they had one perfect child and didn't need any more. Sharon and Marvin shared a love of being on the water, embarking on countless fishing vacations across Wisconsin and Canada with family and friends, alongside yearly travels exploring destinations across the U.S.

Sharon’s vibrant spirit extended into every corner of her life. She was a die-hard Green Bay Packers and Wisconsin Badgers fan and loved gathering with friends to play cards, board games, and Mah Jongg with her Tuscan Ridge Condo friends. Creative and meticulous, she enjoyed all kinds of crafts, with diamond painting as a true passion through which she made countless cherished gifts for family and friends.

In 1999, Sharon joined the Yahara River Chorus, a women's barbershop chorus of Sing United (Sweet Adelines) International. Over her 27 years with the chorus, she held numerous leadership and management positions and traveled to perform in incredible locations like Washington D.C. and Hawaii. This extraordinary group of women became a treasured second family to her. Above all, Sharon found immense joy in supporting her grandsons in all their endeavors, enthusiastically attending their sports, scouting events, and music performances.

Sharon was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Marvin; her parents, John and Norma Macaulay; her siblings, Barbara (Bill) Malloy, Neil (Shirley) Macaulay, and Nancy (Tom) Gall; her favorite uncle, Dean (Jan) Miller; and her nephew, Kent Macaulay.

She is lovingly survived by her daughter, Deana (Tom) Grade; her grandsons, Derek Grade and Brandon (special friend Malia) Grade; her sister, Deanna Brandt; her cousins, Pat Comp and Debbie King; nieces Barbie, Kathy, Karen, Julie, and Alana; nephews Michael, Patrick, Kevin, Kean, and Kraig; and many dear great-nieces, great-nephews, and friends.

Sharon’s warmth, sharp wit, deep dedication to her family, and wonderful zest for life will be missed beyond measure.

A celebration of Sharon’s life will be held on Saturday, December 5, 2026. A visitation will take place from 9:00 am until 11:00 am followed by a celebration of life service at 11:00 am at Peace Lutheran Church, 701 South Century Ave., Waunakee, WI 53597.

In lieu of flowers the family would like to use memorials for some charities and organizations there were important to Sharon.

Please share your memories at www.cressfuneralservice.com

Winn-Cress Funeral Home

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