05/13/2026
Dawn Rae Littleton, age 73, of Unity passed away Monday, May 11, 2026 at Marshfield Medical Center. Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home is entrusted in assisting the family.
The daughter of Harry and Margaret (Kocian) Zrutskie, Dawn was born on August 27, 1952 in Marshfield, Wisconsin. She graduated from Colby High School. For 40 years, Dawn proudly served as a bank teller at Mid Wisconsin Bank; she will be remembered for her exceptional customer service and warm smile.
Dawn was united in marriage to Terry Littleton on August 3, 1974, in Colby. Together, they were blessed with two daughters, Heidi and Katie.
Dawn had a true green thumb; she found great joy in tending to her gardens and watching everything bloom. She was an avid reader and especially loved the timeless melodies of her favorite old-time music. Above all, Dawn cherished her family and treasured the time she spent with them. Her love for her family and friends was at the heart of everything she did.
Dawn is survived by her husband of 52 years; Terry, two daughters; Heidi (Wheels) Rueden and Katie (Dave) Telshow and five grandchildren; Sara (Keith) Lageman, Brandon (Natalia) Krueger, Kayla (Evan) Dlugopolski, Cade (Izzy) Littleton and Ethan Telshow. She is further survived by eight great grandchildren; Hunter, Emma, Eva, Eli, Trace, Addison, Caden and Blake.
Dawn is preceded in death by her parents, two brothers; Terry (Jude) Zrutskie and Dusty Zrutskie and one sister; Linda (Dennis) Bruesewietz.
Dawn will be deeply missed by all you knew her, a celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Family and friends may express condolences online at www.maurinaschilling.com