In loving memory of

Gaylene Ireland
May 10, 2015

Deerfield - Gaylene Ireland, age 69 of Deerfield, WI, passed away Sunday, May 10th at UW Hospital in Madison surrounded by family and loved ones.
Born December 14, 1945 in Edgerton, WI, she was the daughter of Wilfred and Edna (Wilke) Grossman.

She was a 1964 graduate of Deerfield High School. She married Richard Ireland of Deerfield, July 17, 1965 at Western Koshkonong Lutheran Church, rural Cottage Grove. She was a member of St Paul's Liberty Lutheran Church since 1973 where she was a Sunday School teacher for 15 years and a member of the Education Committee for 15 years. She was a member of the Four Lakes Harley Owners Group since 1997.

She is survived by her husband Richard; two sons, Josh (Denel) Ireland, Deerfield, John Ireland, Cottage Grove; three sisters, Eunice Austin, Clear Lake, IA, Doreen Miller, Stoughton, Glorian Melton, Cambridge; sister-in-law Nancy (Gale) Getschman, Baraboo; a grandson Dillan Ireland, and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister Donna Bovre in 1984; nephew Joe Austin; nieces Renee Bovre and Deborah Austin.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, May 14, 2015 at 11 a.m. at St. Paul's Liberty Lutheran Church, 3494 Oak Park Rd., Deerfield. Friends may call on Wednesday, May 13, 2015 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the church and from 10 a.m. to the time of services on Thursday. Family and friends are invited to a luncheon immediately following the service.

The family would like to thank Ryan Brothers Ambulance for their fine service and care of Gaylene.

Cress Funeral Home
201 Bue St.
Deerfield, WI 53531
608-764-5369

Tributes

Wayne & Nora Nipple wrote on May 18, 2015:

"Sorry for the loss of Gaylene. She helped us when we owned apts. in Deerfield. We extend our prayers."

Patty Mandt Winkler wrote on May 15, 2015:

"I am so sorry to hear Gaylene has left her Family on earth to join her Family in Heaven. My memories of Gaylene are many years ago when I'd visit her in her Deerfield Salon so she could work her magic on my frizzy/curly/big hair, and the updos for special occasions. You will be missed Gaylene. My deepest sympathy to Dick and Family. "

Carol Zibell Hemersbach wrote on May 14, 2015:

"My sincere sympathy is extended to Richard and Family. Gaylene's smile and friendly ways were just a couple of her fine attributes; great memories going back to DHS days. May she rest in peace."

Sandy Krogan wrote on May 12, 2015:

"My deepest sympathies go out to all of you. Many fond and fun memories from Deerfield High School days. May your memories keep your lives going forward..........."

Ann & Greg Goetsch wrote on May 12, 2015:

"Dick & Josh -- I was so sorry to hear about Gaylene. She was a great Lady and we had many great riding times. She's probably in a better place. Time does heal and in the mean time you just have to remember the good times and memories. Take real good care. "

Susie & Teddy Wares wrote on May 12, 2015:

"Always remember her hair was perfect even after she got off the bike:). Gaylene was always a sweet person. God Bless, Susie & Teddy"

Lynn Condreay wrote on May 12, 2015:

"Dick and family, I will always remember Gaylene's warm smile. I am so sorry for your loss. Condolences, Lynn Condreay"

Ellen Anne McKeel wrote on May 12, 2015:

"Dick and family, Gaylene was the first Harley Owners Group member to welcome Mark and I into the group, 16 yrs.ago. We went on many rides together as couples. She loved dancing, and would always pull me out on the dance floor! Her laugh was contagious and she loved going to the Amish Stores to shop! She always enjoyed the Sunday chapter rides. Mark and I will never forget her. I'm so sorry for your loss. May she dance in Heaven and ride with the wind in her hair.. Condolences.. Miss Ellie and Mark.. "