Garnette "Sam" Kroll

Garnette “Sam” Kroll, age 85, of Madison, WI passed away on Friday, June 12, 2026. She was born on January 29, 1941 to Richard and Margaret Anderson. She married John Kroll on February 17, 1969.

She is survived by her son John “Jack” (Theresa) and many nieces and nephews.

Sam is proceeded in death by her parents Richard and Margaret, her brother Andy and her husband John.

Sam was a loving wife and mother. She enjoyed skiing, yoga, water, sports, and being in the sunshine. She worked as a radiology tech, real estate agent and homemaker.

Please join us for a celebration of Sam’s life at Homewood Suites by Hilton Madison West, 479 Commerce Dr, Madison, WI on Tuesday, July 28 from 9–11 AM.

Graveside service and burial will follow at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, 2705 Regent St, Madison, WI at 11:30 AM. Meet at the entrance to be guided to the plot.

Donations can be made in Sam’s name to your local nonprofit animal shelter: no flowers or plants please.