Thomas Sather

MADISON/EAGLE RIVER: Thomas W. Sather, age 52, passed away unexpectedly but peacefully at his home in Eagle River, WI on June 27th, in the arms of his loving wife.

He was born on May 22nd, 1964 in Madison, WI to William and Kathryne Sather (Haugh). Tom married Janet Kleinheinz in 1985, and together they had two children, Tristan and Nicole. Tom attended Edgewood High School (1982) and the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he received his B.A. in Economics, as well as his Master of Science in Business degree in Real Estate Investment Analysis in 1990. He had a brilliant 25-year career that included the development of hotels, resorts, assisted living facilities, and beautiful affordable housing for hundreds of families. His focus was always on providing for others where there was a need. He measured his success by the amount of happiness he could bring to the lives of others, and he taught us that anything is possible if you dream big enough and work hard enough.

Tom was a voracious reader, colorful storyteller, avid hunter, and talented musician. He was a romantic with a wonderful wit. His friends, family, and community knew him well for his adventurous spirit and boundless generosity.

He will be missed deeply by his wife of 31 years, Janet, his son Tristan (Sara), his daughter Nicole, his parents Bill and Kay, his siblings Mary (Larry) Mulenburg, Barbara, Carol and David Sather, and his extended family and friends.

A visitation will be held at Cress Funeral Home, 3610 Speedway Rd in Madison, WI on Friday July 1st from 4:00-7:00pm. Visitation will also be held at St. Mary of the Snows, 1019 E. Wall St., Eagle River, WI on Friday, July 22nd from 10:00-11:30am, with a Celebration of Life Service at 11:30am, and a luncheon to follow.


Cress Funeral Service
3610 Speedway Road, Madison
(608) 238-3434