Oct 9, 2025

Frederick Seybold — “Fritz" to those that knew him—passed away peacefully at home on October 9, 2025. He was 90 years old. Fritz grew up in Madison, Wisconsin, and, aside from a brief stint in the army, spent his entire life there. The only son of Fred and Marjorie Seybold, he was born during the Great Depression in 1935. He...

Oct 19, 2025

Michael Byron Peterson, age 61, passed away unexpectedly on October 19, 2025, at his mother’s home in Madison. He was raised by his parents, Byron and Dorothy Peterson, along with his sister Kathie, in the Madison suburb of Orchard Ridge.

For about the past eight years, Michael has been struggling with COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) and currently was waiting for...

Nov 15, 2025

Rolf W. Wegenke died on Saturday, November 15, 2025. He was born on May 19, 1948, the son of Ingwald and Gertrude (Otto) Wegenke. He was raised on Montello, Wisconsin, baptized and confirmed at St. John’s Ev. Church, and enrolled in St. John’s School K-8. He graduated from Montello High School where he was president of the Student Council and...

Nov 15, 2025

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Nov 15, 2025

Nov 15, 2025

Judith “Judy” M. Schwerdtfeger, passed away on Saturday, November 15, 2025 with her family by her side. She was born on February 24, 1942 in Spring Green, WI to Wilbert and Angeline (Haas) Holler, Sr. Judy grew up in Pine Bluff on a farm, and she graduated from Mount Horeb High School, Class of 1960. She married Gene Schwerdtfeger on...

Nov 15, 2025

Carter Morgan Ayres "Morgan", age 77 years, passed away on Saturday, November 15, 2025.  

Services are pending at this time.   Please share your memories of Morgan for the family in the meantime.





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Nov 14, 2025

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Nov 12, 2025

Susan Marie Fey, passed away due to a sudden medical event on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at the young age of 71.  

Please return at a later date for Susan's full obituary and details of when we will all gather this coming summer to celebrate Susan's life. 

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Nov 12, 2025

Sun Prairie - Bessie Juanita (Vest) McMahon, age 89, passed away November 12, 2025. She was the youngest child of Marie and William Vest. She grew up in small towns around Richland County and called Richland Center her hometown.

In January 1954, at a dance hall in Sextonville, WI, Lester McMahon asked her for a dance. They dated and married later...

Nov 10, 2025

Kenneth (Ken) Kennedy (86) of Madison, Wisconsin passed away November 10th, 2025.

Ken was born in Beaver Dam in 1938 to Clara and Joseph. He grew up in Watertown and graduated high school in 1957. Throughout high school and college he worked at Mullins Dairy to support himself. He met Sharon, his wife of 60 years, in high school and they...

Nov 8, 2025

For those unable to attend Donna's Celebration of Life, you may register at the following link to view the service live stream: 

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Donna Belle Calvert, age 89, passed away surrounded by family at Agrace HospiceCare in Fitchburg on Saturday, November 8, 2025. She was born October 30, 1936 the daughter of Myron and Sara (Maddrell) Williams in Beloit, WI.

Donna attended Evansville...

Nov 7, 2025

Lucas “Luke” John Tonstad, age 32, of Madison, Wisconsin, passed away on November 7, 2025, at UW Hospital in Madison after a tough battle against a rare illness.

Luke was born on July 30, 1993, in Madison, Wisconsin, to Rick and Judy Tonstad. He loved being with family and friends, all of whom cherished his humor, kindness, and generous spirit.

Luke is...

Nov 6, 2025

Jeannette A. Smithback, age 87, passed away on November 6, 2025 at St. Mary’s Hospital. She was born on August 24, 1938 in Woodburn, Orgeon the daughter of Joseph and Violet (Bratvold) LaBansky. She married Raymond Smithback on May 18, 1963 in Rockford, Illinois.

Jan was a generous, loving and authentic woman who shined so bright. She was known for and...

Nov 4, 2025

Penny L Lamb, 73, of Madison passed away on November 4, 2025, at UW Hospital with her daughters by her side.

Penny was born on January 4, 1952, in Monroe, WI to Bert & Isabel (Sandley) Beecher.

Penny was one of seven children who she had remained close with throughout her life.

Penny enjoyed taking short trips to the casino, reading, gardening &...

Nov 3, 2025

On November 3rd, John left this world to explore infinity amidst great Love and Light.

John was born in Algoma, Wisconsin February 11, 1937, to Dr. Frank and Sybil (Lidral) Komoroske.

He graduated from Algoma High School and received a Bachelor of Music degree from Lawrence College Conservatory, Appleton and a Master of Music Education degree from VanderCook College of Music, Chicago....

Nov 2, 2025

Edward S. Chapman, 81, died November 2, 2025, following a life filled with an excellent family, fine friends, and many adventures.

Born March 23, 1944, in Winchester, Massachusetts, he was the son of Edward S. and Mary Catherine (Longfield) Chapman. He was the 25-year husband of Anne Marie Van Duzor of Fitchburg, formerly of Massachusetts and New Hampshire.

A 1962 graduate of...

Nov 1, 2025

Tracey Ellen Monroe passed peacefully into the arms of our Lord on Saturday, November 1st at Agrace Hospice in Fitchburg, Wisconsin.

Born October 9, 1970, Tracey was the third-born daughter of Emil Joseph Liebewein, Jr. and Mary Ellen (Spangler) Liebewein, who preceded her in death. She is survived by her best friend and loving husband of 23 years, Lanty Monroe, and...

Oct 31, 2025

Lieutenant Colonel Nickolaus Ambrose Kueber, age 91, “slipped the surly bonds of earth…and touched the face of God”, on Friday, October 31, 2025, at his home. He was born in Hubbard County, Minnesota, near the headwaters of the Mississippi, on December 7, 1933.

Nick grew up in a large family on his Parent’s farm outside of Park Rapids, Minnesota. Hard work...

Oct 30, 2025

Gregory “Greg” Berkseth passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on October 30, 2025 at Agrace Hospice in Madison following a courageous battle with cancer.

Gregory Allan Berkseth was born in Baldwin, Wisconsin on July 3, 1954, to Oscar and Celia Berkseth. He graduated from Baldwin-Woodville High School in 1972 and attended the University of Wisconsin - Green Bay, graduating...