Barbara Jean Gilligan, age 69, of Madison WI, died after a short illness December 28, 2024 in San Jose Del Cabo, Mexico. She was born in Shawano, WI October 23, 1955 to Russell and Joyce (nee Hulburt) Gilligan. After childhood mostly in Menasha WI, she attended the University of Wisconsin and University of Minnesota for a BS in veterinary science, and received her DVM degree in 1980. She worked as a veterinarian in Milwaukee followed by returning to the University of Wisconsin to work in research and earn her MS in Endocrinology-Reproductive Physiology. Her research included pioneering work in development of an implantable glucose monitor. Memberships included AVMA, quann4dogs, and SFBotMC. She enjoyed a variety of outdoor activities, including sailing, swimming, scuba diving, bicycling and hiking, travel, card and board games and reading. She loved dogs and was committed to environmental preservation. She was intelligent, adventurous and responsible, with contagious enthusiasm and joy of life. Her parents and a sister, Elizabeth Berry, preceded her in death, and she is survived by siblings Catherine M., Janice L., David M. and James P. She deeply loved her family and was incredibly supportive of them. Memorial donations to dog (such as Beagle Rescue, Dane County Humane Society) or environmental charities would be appreciated.

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