Alyson Marie Beson, 41, passed away on Friday, August 21, 2026, surrounded by her family and an extraordinary amount of love.
Born on October 16, 1984, Alyson grew up in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. From the beginning, she was a light and a joy to every person fortunate enough to know her. She possessed an unrivaled strength, a deep wisdom that brought comfort and support to others, and a remarkable ability to make people feel seen, understood, and loved. 

Alyson earned her degree in psychology from the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee, sailing through the academics with ease—with the notable exception of anatomy, when she quickly concluded that particular course was clearly intended for doctors. 

That humor was quintessentially Alyson. She was funny—*really* funny. She was honest and humble, fiercely loving, and a protector of the people she loved. She brought out the best in so many people, often seeing strength and goodness in them before they could see it in themselves. More than anything, Alyson believed her purpose in life was to bring light and love to others. And she did. Her spirit shone like sunshine, even during her darkest hours. Through extraordinary hardship, she continued to offer others compassion, wisdom, humor, and love. Her strength was never simply about what she endured; it was about the way she continued to love while enduring it. 

Alyson’s faith was a deep and meaningful part of her life. She loved Jesus and drew strength, comfort, and guidance from that relationship. Her family finds peace in knowing that after all she endured, Alyson is now with Him—whole, at peace, and surrounded by a love even greater than the love that surrounded her here. During her time here, she was a member of Eaglebrook Church, where she developed many close relationships with her Brothers and Sisters in Christ. The love and support from her Eaglebrook family during her illness was filled with graciousness and generosity beyond belief. 

At the center of Alyson’s life was her husband, Bill—her partner, her person, and, as she would say, her favorite. Their bond was deep and passionate, built on faith, respect, devotion, and an extraordinary love for one another. Bill’s love for Alyson was steadfast. He lived the promise of “in sickness and in health,” going above and beyond to care for her with tenderness, selflessness, and unwavering devotion through every part of her illness. Their love was a beautiful partnership, and the depth of what they shared cannot be measured by the number of years they were given together. 

There are also no words big enough for what Alyson’s mom, Dee, gave to her throughout her illness. She cared for Alyson with a mother’s fierce and selfless love—offering her strength when Alyson was weary, comfort when she was afraid, and an unwavering presence through it all. She carried burdens when Alyson could no longer carry them herself, advocated for her, cared for her, and walked beside her through every hope, setback, and heartbreak. Her devotion to her daughter was immeasurable. 

To her family, Alyson was so much more than these words can hold. She was a beloved wife, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend. She shared an especially deep bond with her nieces, Madeleine, Audrey, and Eloise, whom she absolutely adored. Being their Auntie Alyson was one of the great joys of her life, and the love she gave them will remain part of who they are forever. 

Alyson also had an enormous heart for animals, especially her beloved fur babies: Baylee, Ellie, Buddy, Beatrice, and neighborhood dog, Meathead. They were family to her, each deeply loved and cared for in the way only Alyson could. Her love for them reflected so much of who she was—a nurturer and protector with a soft spot for those who needed a little extra love. She gave that love freely and unconditionally, whether to a person or a four-legged friend lucky enough to find their way into her life. 

Throughout Alyson’s illness, she was surrounded by an extraordinary medical care team who became so much more than the people who treated her cancer. They fought alongside her with tremendous skill, compassion, and determination, and their efforts gave Alyson—and all of us—precious additional time together. They treated her not simply as a patient, but as someone they genuinely knew and loved. There were countless acts of kindness along the way, moments when appointments felt less clinical and more like being cared for by friends. And, in true Alyson fashion, the love went both ways. She touched the people who cared for her just as deeply as they touched her. Relationships formed, stories were shared, and friendships grew through some of the hardest years imaginable. Our family will forever be grateful for the extraordinary effort, humanity, and love her care team gave to our beloved Alyson. They helped keep her with us for as long as they possibly could, and the impact they made on her life—and ours—will never be forgotten. That was Alyson’s gift. Whether you knew her for a lifetime or met her during one chapter of her life, she had a way of leaving a little of her light with you. 

Alyson was preceded in death by her grandparents, the Kurschners and the Petersens; her aunt, Debra Clemmons; and her father-in-law, William “Buzz” Beson. She is survived by her beloved husband, Bill; her father and stepmother, Doug and Lois Kurschner; her mother and stepfather, Dee and David Moon; her mother-in-law, Lynn Howard and stepfather, Dennis Kohl; her sister and brother-in-law, Ashley and Ryan Wigley; her adored nieces, Madeleine, Audrey, and Eloise; brothers Edmon and Caleb, sisters Beth, Marta and Mae and many other family members and friends whose lives are immeasurably better because Alyson was part of them. 

Alyson was extraordinary. She was sunshine. She was strength. She was laughter, wisdom, honesty, faith, and love. She protected the people she loved, brought comfort when it was needed most, and left people better than she found them. Her life was far too short, but her mission was fulfilled over and over again: **Alyson brought light and love into this world. And that light remains.** 

Memorial Gathering for Alyson will be held on Friday, August 28th from 10:00 am to 11:00 am at Eaglebrook Church followed by a Memorial Service at 11:00 am with a reception following the services at Nimsgern Funeral Home Fellowship Hall.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Alyson’s memory to breast cancer research or to the Humane Society—two causes that reflect what mattered deeply to her: helping others and caring for those who needed love.