"One of my fondest memories was when he bartended at Rocky's Tap and I at Charlie Browns/Roger's Dog House. I used to run the volleyball program and he always made sure I had a gyro. He was a great cook, one of my better pool partners and an overall great guy. He will be missed. My condolences to all of his family and friends."
In loving memory of
William Maly
February 24, 1967 - August 13, 2017
William "Bill" Maly, age 50, of Middleton/ Ashton passed away on Sunday, August 13, 2017, at a Madison Hospital due to complications of a stroke he suffered 10 years ago. He was born on February 24, 1967. He grew up on a farm in Ashton and graduated from St. Peter Catholic Grade School in Ashton and Middleton High School, Class of 1985.
Before his stroke, Bill enjoyed life to the fullest. He enjoyed shooting pool, golf, softball, bowling, snowmobiling, watching the Milwaukee Brewers and to the dismay of his family and most of his friends, watching and cheering on the Dallas Cowboys.
He is survived by his parents, Norman and Lorraine (Birrenkott) Maly, Middleton; his sister, Joanne (Steve) Roudebush; nephews, Tyler Roudebush, Nick Roudebush, Danny Roudebush and niece, Kayla Roudebush, and several aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, William and Josephine (Kalscheur) Maly and Leo and Catherine (Hellenbrand) Birrenkott, and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Aug 16, 2017, at 11:00 a.m. at St Peters Catholic Church 7121 County Trunk K Middleton/Ashton. Rev. Tait Schroeder, Rev. Bud Holfelder and Rev. Brian Dulli will concelebrate the Mass. Friends may call at the church on Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of services. Burial will take place in the church cemetery.
The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at Badger Prairie Health Care Center in Verona that gave excellent care to Bill and became his friends in his last years. We would also like to thank the doctors and staff at UW Hospital's Trauma Life Center for their compassionate care the last week.
Winn-Cress Funeral Home
5785 Hwy Q
Waunakee, WI 53597
(608) 849-4513
Tributes
"Dear Maly Family, may wonderful memories of Billy, comfort you during this difficult time.
Billy and I tended bar during the same time. He at Rock's Tap and I at Charlie Browns/Rogers Dog House. A memory that stands out is Halloween. Billy dressed as a 20's gangster, complete with machine gun. Stopped in and "guest" bartender with me. What a night! Smiles and laughs! Rest in peace Billy. ?"
"Shared many a beer in my youth with "WILD BILL", a class mate and good friend. Gonna miss ya bud, God bless Todd S."
"I'm so sorry for your loss. I bowled with Billy at the Middleton Sport Bowl. I have a son who's autistic. Billy always made a big deal when my son, David, came with me, talking to him and fist bumping him. David really enjoyed the interaction with Billy. David bowls in Special Olympics competition and Billy came to watch him at one of his meets. It made him feel very special. My thoughts and prayers are with you. "
"Our thoughts and prayers are with family and friends as they remember a loving soul now with Jesus. May you find comfort knowing that Jesus is holding Bill in his hands and you in his hearts. In deepest sympathy, JR & Annette Jopp, Jeff Pongratz' in-laws"
"Dearest Family, We were saddened to hear of the loss of your Son, Brother, and Uncle. May you find comfort in knowing your family is in our thoughts and prayers. May Bill now rest peacefully with our Heavenly Father. Diane and Dennis"
"My memories of Billy foremost include his wit, and an ability to find a humorous angle on almost anything. He added to that an enthusiasm that was contagious, so you had a hard time not feeling good around him. I'd make my sales call routes around town go past Rocky's Tap just to stop in on his slow times and talk about what was going on. Then there were Happy Hours. Back-to-back episodes of Seinfeld that we'd both seen several times before and we'd say the big punch lines before the actors and start laughing. If we went out at night, Billy always knew which bar had open tables (free pool), which was great by me because I'm kind of cheap. I could beat Billy just often enough to keep it sort of challenging for him. Billy was the ace pitcher and lead-off hitter on our Springfield Old-Timers team. He was a good pitcher, very consistent with good arc. Most of the time you put your speed guys at lead-off, but Billy was average speed and there because of his batting average. His trademark hit was a line drive over the third baseman and under the outfield, and he could do it a lot. Billy was fun to golf with. He had a remarkable ability to hit long irons high in the air. He'd hit a three iron as high as most guys hit a wedge. There's much more, but those are my most memorable. He was a good friend to many, and brightened many of my days. My deepest sympathy to the family, you did an amazing job caring for Bill after the stroke."
"I could not have been more honored that Garret shared your birthday. I know you are with the Big Guy in sky shootin pool and finally being able to be the caring, charismatic human you have always been. My heart is heavy for your family and the ones you left behind, but over joyed for your freedom. Love Always..."
"our deepest of sympathy to the Maly family, rest in peace Bill"
"Rest Peacefully Billy, you fought long and hard. Prayers going out to the Maly's. "
"So sorry to hear about Billy - may he be at peace now - thoughts and prayers to you all - the cowboy's will probably have a good year now with the special angel watching from above - Flansy"
"Our hearts go out to you in prayer, Joanne, Steve, Norm and Lorraine. "
"I am so sorry to hear about Bill. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Dee Dee Dahmen Datka"