Roland C. Beiswanger, age 89, of Madison, WI died Saturday, September 25th, 2021 at Wickshire Senior Living in Madison.

He was born March 26th, 1932 to Herbert Sr. & Esther (Bakken) Beiswanger at Ridgeland, WI where he was raised and attended school.

He graduated from Barron High School in 1950. After he graduated, he enlisted in the US Army and served in Korea. After his discharge, Roland attended UW-Stout from 1956-1962. He received a Bachelor’s Degree in Technology Education & a Master’s Degree in Vocational, Technical & Adult Education. During his college years he was a member of the Phi Sigma Phi fraternity & the Stout Symphonic Singers. In 2006, he and 160 other Stout Alumni performed at Carnegie Hall. After finishing college, he went to work as a teacher & guidance counselor for several Wisconsin schools throughout the years. He ended his career working for the City of Madison until his retirement.

Roland was preceded in death by his parents & brothers: David & Herbert Beiswanger, Jr. He is survived by his sister-in-law: Eunice Beiswanger, nephews: Charles & John (Lori) Beiswanger, niece: Vicki (Gordon) Knutson, as well as many grandnieces & nephews, cousins, other relatives & friends.

A private family interment with Military Honors will take place at a later date at the Dallas Cemetery in the Town of Dallas. Arrangements are with Rausch-Lundeen Funeral Homes, Dallas & Cameron.

Last Update: Oct 08, 2021 6:18 pm CDT