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Werndli, Margaret Kristine
WAUNAKEE - Margaret Kristine Werndli left this world unexpectedly on Jan. 30, 2021. She was beloved by her close family and friends, who will miss her greatly.
Maggie was born July 3, 1998, in Madison, Wis. She was funny, smart, caring, and had a wonderful sense of humor. She loved her friends and family very much. She was a creative soul born with natural artistic talent. She channeled that gift into drawing, crafting, and especially honing her professional-grade makeup skills, which were truly remarkable. In high school she developed a passion for music and was a fan of The Neighborhood, Fall Out Boy, Blink-182, Panic, and attended many concerts. She worked for several years at Milio's in Waunakee, becoming a manager, where she formed strong friendships. She graduated from Waunakee High School in 2016 with high honors and attended the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, eventually shifting to online classes to accommodate her health issues.
Her dogs, Jake, Trixie, and Olive, had a special place in her life. In 2019 she adopted a senior rescue dog, Moo Moo, who loved her dearly and was always by her side.
Maggie lived with chronic debilitating illness in recent years, including POTS, dysautonomia, chronic migraine and dizziness. Her family is grateful that she is no longer suffering.
She is survived by her parents, Todd and Jae Werndli; her brother, Alex; sister-in-law, Chaimae Mahmou-Werndli; and her grandfather, Ronald Thorstad. Aunts, uncles, and cousins who will always keep Maggie in their hearts include Becky Broering and Ted Broering and their children, Sam and Sophie; Tom Thorstad; and Jim and Barbara Thorstad and their children, Isabel and Julia. Three beloved grandparents – Laureen Thorstad, and Tom and Carol Werndli – predeceased her.
Maggie cared deeply about social justice issues and disability rights, and she supported several animal rescue organizations. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to Dysautonomia International, ThisisHouston (Pet rescue), or the Wisconsin Women's Network. A memorial service will be held at a later date when people can gather safely.
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Pam Eklund
February 20, 2021
Please accept my deepest sympathy. My heart aches for your family.
Rob Pfauth
February 17, 2021
Dear Todd and Family,
I am so very sorry to learn of the tragic passing of your obviously very special daughter, a thing no parent would ever want to contemplate. May the Lord comfort you in this most difficult hour, and bring you hope and peace through His Spirit.
Rob
Tim & Jan Paige
February 9, 2021
Our deepest sympathies to your family! Please don´t hesitate to let us know if you need anything.
Brad & Ruth Kramer
February 9, 2021
Todd and Jae and family, no words can describe our sadness for you! Heartbreaking. Dysautonomia is terrible! We are familiar with its impact on it's victims, awful. Take care of yourselves.
Barbara Lentz
February 9, 2021
RIP Angel Maggie. I only met you a few times when we took you and my Granddaughter to concerts and to eat. You were an upbeat delightful young lady.
Prayers for you and your family.
Kent and Lois Montague
February 8, 2021
We are so sorry.
Hannah Teasdale
February 7, 2021
I can´t find the words to express my sympathy. Maggie was and will always be a ray of light. Growing up with her holds some of my fondest memories. I´m so so sorry.
Jon and Jamie Okonek
February 7, 2021
Dear Todd, Jae and Family,
Words cannot express how deeply sorry we are for your loss of your daughter, Maggie. You are in our thoughts and we pray for the strength you will need to get through this extremely difficult time.
Donna
February 7, 2021
There are no adequate words. She was a beautiful sweet girl who was loved dearly and remains cherished. Thoughts, love and solace to her family and all that knew her.
Ben Lampert
February 7, 2021
So, so sorry for your loss. Lori and I pray God's comfort and blessing for you.
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