John Daniel Dinga

John Daniel Dinga, 75, of Woodruff, WI, passed away on July 7, 2026, in his home, surrounded by family.

Born on November 18, 1950, in Madison, WI to John and Fern Dinga, he entered the world during a memorable family deer hunting trip up north.

He graduated from LaFollette High School in 1968 and then began his career at Oscar Mayer shortly before his 18th birthday, where he dedicated the next 30 years.

On January 10, 1969, he married his high school sweetheart, Nancy Stiegman. Though they parted ways for a time, they renewed their commitment and celebrated 46 years together on June 11, 2026.

In his younger years, John was an avid bowler with many trophies to his name, and he loved golfing, hunting, and fishing. He was also actively involved in Cottage Grove Softball and loved driving out west with his family.

Later in life, he cherished “fire pit nights,” reconnecting with old friends, gambling, and most of all, family gatherings that were so precious to him.

John was a devoted son, brother, husband, father, uncle, papa, and friend to so many over his years. He poured his heart into providing for his wife and raising their four children.

John faced his cancer diagnosis with characteristic strength and humor, even through challenging treatments in recent months. He never lost his ability to joke with his loved ones—bringing laughter and light even in the hardest times.

He is preceded in death by his parents, John and Fern Dinga.

John is survived by his loving wife, Nancy (“Nanc”) Dinga; his children, Kim (Steve) Motelet, Mike (Jennifer) Dinga, Lindsey (Tyler) Hendrickson, and Dan (Brenda) Dinga; his grandchildren—his pride and joy—Hunter, Alex, Greyson; his siblings, Ruth Ann (Orville) Kerl, Sue (Mike) Alt, Ron (Lori) Dinga, and Gary (Holly) Dinga; and his aunt, Ruth Ann Dinga (widow of his late uncle Jerry); along with a wide circle of extended family and friends whose lives he touched deeply.

In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate memorial donations in honor of John to assist in the continued care of his daughter Kim.

In honor of John’s love of sports and the outdoors, family and friends are invited to wear Wisconsin sports apparel or other favorite outdoor wear to the services.

Services

Visitation for John will be held on Tuesday, July 14th at Nimsgern Funeral Home Chapel in Woodruff from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm with a Funeral Service at 7:00 pm.

There will also be a visitation on Thursday, July 16th from 10:00 am to 11:30 am at Gunderson Funeral Home, 5203 Monona Drive, Monona followed by a Funeral Service at 11:30 am. Burial will take place at Highland Memory Gardens, 3054 Co Rd BB, Madison and a luncheon will follow from 1-3pm at Double Days, 4586 Baxter Road, Cottage Grove.

Online condolences may be shared at nimsgernfuneral.com

NIMSGERN FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES IS SERVING THE FAMILY.