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Ellen Bratz Obituary
April 20, 1948 - June 22, 2025
STOUGHTON - Ellen Ann Bratz, age 77, of Stoughton, passed away on Sunday, June 22, 2025, at St. Mary's Hospital. She was born on April 20, 1948, in Watertown, the daughter of Herman and Helen (Oviatt) Bratz.
Ellen graduated from Lake Mills High School in 1966, followed by cosmetology school. She worked in retail at the Hilldale Mall, and most recently at John Deere Credit.
Ellen was a lifelong member of Peace Through Christ Lutheran Church. She enjoyed watching all Badgers sports, the Brewers, and the Green Bay Packers. She loved crafting and reading.
Ellen is survived by her sister, Lois Thompson; sister-in-law, Sherri Lynn Bratz; nieces, Tara (James) Robb and Alyson Bratz; great-niece, Braelynn Bratz; and great-nephew, Henry Robb. She was preceded in death by her parents; and brother, Dennis Michael Bratz.
A private graveside service will be held at Aztalan Milford Cemetery. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson Stoughton
Funeral & Cremation Care
1358 Highway 51 N. at Jackson St.
(608) 873-4590
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Doug Olson
July 6, 2025
Such a kind soul. She was the kind of person that you couldn't help but like, the minute you met them. She will be sorely missed.
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