JOHN SINGLETON

It is with great sadness that I share the news that John Singleton passed away after a short battle with cancer Oct. 1, 2026, at the age of 77. He missed his 78th birthday by one day. He passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family. He left us the same way he lived, with bravery and honor. 

John was born in Mauston, WI, to John and Mary Singleton. He was raised in Camp Douglas, WI. He attended grade school in Camp Douglas and graduated from the Tomah High School in 1966. He joined the Army in 1967 spending much of his service time in Germany. He was a State Patrol officer from 5-15-72 to 9-18-2000. He began his career as a motor vehicle inspector in Plymouth, WI. In 1973, he was assigned to Jackson County as a trooper and remained there until his retirement. John received the Medal of Valor from the Police Officer’s Hall of Fame, the Meritorious Service Award and many other commendations and citations. After retirement he drove semi part time. John was a past member of the Black River Falls Fire Department and celebrated being in the American Legion for 50 years 2 years ago. 

John spent much of his time restoring old vehicles and motorcycles. His first restoration was a Model A that his father bought for him at age 16. He loved to hunt and fish. Hunting birds with one of his beloved Springer Spaniels was a favorite thing to do. He loved having coffee and lunch with his friends. His talents were many, including carpentry and working with his lathe. He was well known for his ‘tell it like it is’ attitude and his wonderful sense of humor.

He is survived by his wife, Claudia; daughters, Sarah (Jeremy) Faulkner, Melanie (Dave Ward) Singleton; his sisters, Betsy (John Boltik) and Susan (Jamie) Alexander; brother, Robert (Cindy) Singleton; grandson, Adam Faulkner; sisters-in-law, Jane Moen and Selina Moen; and his Springer Spaniel, Andy; along with many beloved nieces and nephews. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Mary Singleton; paternal grandparents, Ralph and his beloved grandmother, Ann Singleton; maternal grandparents, Vern and Jane McNeill; his mother and father-in-law, James and Ethel Moen; his brother-in-law, Steve Moen; nephews, James Hays and Danny Moen; and niece, Carlie Chandler.

There will be a Celebration of Life Oct. 11, 2026, from 1-5 p.m. at the American Legion Post #200 in Black River Falls, WI. Military Honors will be at 1:30 p.m. Lunch will be served. Burial will be at the Camp Douglas Cemetery at a later date. 

The Buswell Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements, 715-284-2231.