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Mahlon Frie Obituary
Mac met the love of his life Verla Wahl in his teens, and they got married at age 16 in 1953. They were married until Verla passed away in 1988. He graduated from Brodhead High School in 1955. After graduation, Mac worked on farms and started his own milk truck business, Mahlon Frie Trucking. He dedicated his life to his business, finally selling the company at age 81. Mac married Enid Taylor in 1996, and they were married for 19 years until she passed away in 2015. He was known for always having a toothpick in his mouth. Mac enjoyed going to McDonalds with the old timers to get his morning coffee and playing euchre at the senior center with his loving companion Virginia Schliem. He was a proud fire fighter for Brodhead Fire Department for 40+ years. Mac was a lifelong member of the Brodhead United Methodist Church.
Mac is survived by his son; Matthew (Art) Frie, Companion; Virginia Schliem and family, step-daughters; Amy Taylor and Ann (Bob) Brown, grandchildren; Joey and Madi Brown, brother; Milo (Karen) Frie, Brothers-in-law; Donald (Brenda) Wahl and Dick Nimz, sisters-in-law; Carol Ann (John) Paulson, Lorraine (Norman) Williams, Karen (Gene) Bass, and Kathy (Ed) Schlappi, special niece Dani Jo who watched over Mac, many other nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.
Mac is preceded in death by his first wife; his second wife; his parents; daughter; Michelle Frie, son; Mahlon Frie II, brothers; Robert Frie and Ernie Frie, sisters; Lucy Nipple, Dee Cory and Marie Reavis.
A funeral service will be held on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at 11:30 AM, at Brodhead United Methodist, 501 1st Center Ave, Brodhead, WI 53520. A visitation will be held at the church from 9:00 AM until the time of service. A private family graveside will take place after the service.
A special thank you to Mac's care givers Janet Hoff and James Tucker.
D.L Newcomer Funeral Home is assisting the family. 608-897-2484
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Sharon Holdiman
January 12, 2026
Hello to Matthew and all of the family. We want to let you all know that we´ve been thinking about you. I have many memories of Mac, Verla, Mitzie and Matthew from many years ago from our family visits and get togethers and then later going to Mac and Enid´s for reunions. My Wisconsin cousins were and are the greatest! We always enjoyed them so much. Sending our love and sympathy and thanks for all the great memories!
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Logan Buenger
January 11, 2026
Sorry to hear of cousin Mahlon's passing. I have many fond memories of trips with mom and dad to visit all our relatives in Wisconsin. We were always welcomed and cared for by all of them. RIP
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