Alan E. Marquardt, 73, of the Town of Dupont, passed away March 31, 2026, at Care Partners Assisted Living, Clintonville, with his family by his side.
Alan Eugene Marquardt was born Oct. 6, 1952, son to the late Norman and Lois (Seefeldt) Marquardt. Alan’s lifelong passion for music was a gift passed down from his mother. A proud 1970 graduate of Marion High School, his musical journey was ignited by his teacher, Larry Schuster. This inspiration led him to the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, where he earned a double major and graduated with degrees in music education and vocal performance.
In 1975, Alan began a distinguished career as a music educator with the Bowler School District. Over the course of 50 dedicated years, he shaped the lives of countless students, eventually retiring in 2025 due to health concerns.
His career was marked by extraordinary milestones, including leading the Bowler marching band at the Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, D.C., with additional out-of-state trips to music festivals in Dallas and Atlanta. They also performed across Europe with his students as part of the Wisconsin Ambassadors of Music program, traveling to England, France, Switzerland, Germany and Austria.
Beyond the classroom, Alan was a man of diverse interests and a kind heart. He found joy in hunting whitetail deer with his family, tending to his beautiful gardens and sharing his musical talents by playing in various polka bands throughout the years. He was a great brother and a thoughtful friend. Alan was always ready to lend a hand to anyone in need.
He is survived by his siblings, Edward Marquardt, Steve (Nancy) Marquardt, Roger (Darlene) Marquardt and Leanne Marquardt; many loving nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends; his best friends, Gary (Marina) Kuchenbecker and Denise Brodbeck.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and his grandparents, Edgar and Nettie Seefeldt.
The Marquardt family would like to thank the staff of Care Partners and ThedaCare Hospice, especially Kristy for taking care of Alan in his final days.
Graveside committal and inurnment will take place at 11 a.m. Saturday June 20, 2026, at Trinity St. Johns Cemetery, Town of Dupont. The Rev. Karen Reimer will be officiating.
A celebration of life with a light lunch will be held following the graveside service at the DuPont Town Hall.
The Eberhardt-Stevenson Funeral Home and Crematory, Clintonville, is assisting the Marquardt family with arrangements.
An online guestbook is available at eberhardtstevenson.com.
