Dane County Coroner John Stanley passed away Sunday in his DeForest home, city officials reported.
The death, though unexpected, is believed to be the result of natural causes. However, an investigation into the death is currently taking place.
County Executive Kathleen Falk commented on Stanley's devoted work as Dane County coroner in a statement.
""John Stanley was a dedicated public servant who committed many years of is life to his profession that called on his expertise all hours of the day, every day of the week,"" Falk said.
Mayor Dave Cieslewicz also expressed gratitude for Stanley's contributions to the community.
""For nearly 20 years, John Stanley was a truly committed public servant in our community,"" he said in a statement. ""Many people counted on John ... He will be truly missed across our community.""
Stanley began working with Dane County in 1991 as deputy coroner and was elected coroner in January 2001, according to the news release.
