Michael Gibeaut

Michael L.”Frenchy” Gibeaut  died at his home on February 27th, 2020. Michael was born in Reedsburg, WI on June 17th, 1949. He retired after 29 years with the Dane County Highway Department. In his free time he enjoyed hunting, gardening, and playing solitaire. He  especially enjoyed fishing with his grandkids.

He is survived by his wife, Carol; children, Jennifer (Chuck) Ripp and Melissa (Martin) Kruger; five grandchildren, Kailyn Ripp, Riley Ripp, Morgan Ripp, Chloe Kruger  and Nicollette Kruger; sisters, Pat (Don) Brandt, Joan (Dennis) Mortimer and Mary (Tim) Horkan; and brother, David Gibeaut; and many nieces, nephews, and in-laws. He was preceded in death by his parents; nephews, Joshua Pearson and Matthew Horkan; and niece Katie Brandt.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, March 7th, 2020 at Rex’s Innkeeper in Waunakee from 12 until 2 pm with luncheon served.

A private burial will take place at a later date.

Memorials can be made to JDRF and Carbone Cancer Center.

Winn-Cress Funeral Home

5785 Hwy Q

Waunakee, WI

(608) 849-4513