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Marvin Fruth Obituary

Marvin Joseph Fruth

April 13, 2025

MADISON - Marvin Joseph Fruth, a devoted husband, father, Marine Veteran, respected educator, and passionate outdoorsman, passed away peacefully on April 13, 2025.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY CATHOLIC CHURCH, 5101 Schofield St., Monona, at 11 a.m. on Friday, June 27, 2025, with Father Chad Droessler presiding. Visitation will take place at the church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the Mass on Friday. After Mass, Marvin and Beatrice will be buried together at Highland Memory Gardens. A luncheon and celebration of Marvin's life will follow at The East Side Club, 3735 Monona Drive, Madison, where friends and family will gather to share memories, stories, and love.

For more information and online condolences, please visit www.gundersonfh.com.

Gunderson East

Funeral & Cremation Care

5203 Monona Drive

(608) 221-5420

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Published by Madison.com on Jun. 22, 2025.

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Tara Wagner-Peck

June 26, 2025

My heart breaks for all of you. Mom then dad. When Cindy & I worked together at Josie's we would spend a lot of time at your house. It was a GREAT place to be. I am so blessed to have met such a lovely family. Your all in my thoughts and prayers. Big Hugs Tara

Mary Lou McCormick

June 22, 2025

Dr. Marvin Fruth was such a mentor and supporter of so many people and Educators. I started his Educational Administration Program at the University, but soon realized that my real love was working directly with the children. He was such a strong supporter of me! I will never ever forget him! What a great person! I am happy that he had a full, long life! Imagine how many individuals he touched in his lifetime! He was truly an extraordinary human being!
May beautiful memories
warm your hearts through the generations of your family. He was one of a kind!
Sincerely,
Mary Lou McCormick
My Aunt Margaret Schuchardt always spoke fondly and highly of Marvin as well!

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9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY CATHOLIC CHURCH

5101 Schofield St., Monona, WI

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27

Mass of Christian Burial

11:00 a.m.

IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY CATHOLIC CHURCH

5101 Schofield St., Monona, WI

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5203 Monona Drive, Monona, WI 53716

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