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Recent obituaries in Madison, WI
The obituaries in the Madison, WI Area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity Madison's history and identity.
Harrison J. Meyer
Apr 8, 2024
Harrison J. Meyer, age 24, of Chicago, Illinois passed away on Monday, April 8, 2024. Harrison was born on May 8, 1999, in Madison, Wisconsin.
Harrison was a proud UW Badger who earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics and Political Science with a certificate in Mathematics. He worked as a consultant for the financial data analytics company FactSet.
His interests included playing...
Karel M. Engels
Apr 13, 2024
STOUGHTON—Karel M. Engels, lifelong resident of Stoughton, age 92, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 13, 2024.
Karel is survived by her children: Julie A. Engels and Bill (Monica) Engels; grandchildren: Rachel (Alec) Sterling and Renee (Chris Olszewski) Engels; great-grandson: Jamie Sterling; and many loved relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband John “Jack.”
Karel will be reunited...
David George Hinds
Apr 12, 2024
David G. Hinds, age 79 of Madison, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2024 at St. Mary’s Care Center. He was born in Joliet, IL on December 19, 1944 the son of George and Ann (Pavelich) Hinds.
David was a member of the Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) and the National Honor Society at Joliet Township High...
James Brian "Jim" Pritchard
Apr 12, 2024
James Brian "Jim" Pritchard, age 66, passed away Friday, April 12, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. Arrangements are pending. A full obituary and more information will follow. Please share your memories at www.cressfuneralservice.com
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Guy W. Addison
Apr 11, 2024
Guy W Addison, age 65, passed away with his wife holding his hand on Thursday, April 11, 2024 at Agrace Hospice Care in Fitchburg, WI after a brief illness.
Guy was born on November 3, 1958 to Donald and Shirley (Radar) Addison. Guy graduated from Deerfield High School in 1977. He married Tina (McCune) Addison on 11-11-11.
When he married Tina, Guy...
Nancy Boettcher McClurg
Apr 10, 2024
The Rev Nancy Boettcher McClurg
The Rev. Nancy Boettcher McClurg passed away unexpectedly on April 10, 2024. She was born on June 19th, 1939, in Chicago, IL to Edgar and Louise (Geisler) Boettcher.
After high school (Wauwatosa, WI) she attended UW – Madison and earned a bachelor's degree in Secondary Education and Science. She taught high school science in Beloit.
She married...
Paul J. Heiser
Apr 10, 2024
Paul J. Heiser, age 89, passed away peacefully in his home on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, with his loving wife of 61 years, Patricia, by his side. He was born on December 9, 1934, in Wausau WI to Lawrence and Margaret (Smith) Heiser. He was a 1952 graduate of Wausau High School. Following high school, he obtained his Associates Degree...
Dr. Albert (Al) Harlan Ellingboe, PhD.
Apr 10, 2024
The youngest child of Albert Olaus Ellingboe and Anne Bergstrom Ellingboe, Al was born at home on the family farm in Lakeville, MN. Al attended Lakeville High School, Mankato State University, and the University of Minnesota, where he received bachelor and doctoral degrees in Plant Pathology. He was a member of the U Minnesota Chapter of the Farmhouse Fraternity. ...
Keith Andrew Callan
Apr 10, 2024
Keith Andrew Callan, age 63, Madison, passed away on April 10, 2024, at his home. He was born on November 22, 1960, in Oakland, CA, the son of James Andrew Callan and Lelia Mary Jackson.
As a young man, Keith was a talented student, and graduated El Cerrito High School in California. He then enlisted in the United States Airforce from...
Harvey "Buck" A. Kleiber
Apr 10, 2024
Sun Prairie-Harvey “Buck” Kleiber, age 88, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family at his home on April 10, 2024. He was born on December 30, 1935, in Medford, WI, the son of Benjamin and Theresa (Vogt) Kleiber. In 1962, he married the love of his life, Karen (Wild) Kleiber in Medford, WI. Since that time, they have only spent a...
Candis L. Smith
Apr 9, 2024
Gathering of friends and family will be from 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (noon) on Saturday, April 27, 2024 at Candis's home, 123 Lothe Road, Marshall, WI 53559 with a celebration of her life to begin at 11:00 am. Please check back for a full obituary. Cress Funeral Home Sun Prairie608-837-9054
Elizabeth “Betty” Reed
Apr 7, 2024
Elizabeth “Betty” Reed passed away Sunday, April 7, 2024. She was born November 2, 1933 to John and Adrianna Coates and grew up in Walworth, WI. Betty attended Milton College and graduated in 1955 with a degree in Music Education. She also studied art at Layton School of Art in Milwaukee. Milton College is where she met Jack, her devoted...
Dan D. Smith
Apr 7, 2024
Dan D. Smith, age 77, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, April 7, 2024. Dan D Smith, passed away peacefully on Sunday April 7, 2024. He was born on May 1, 1946 in Richland Center, WI to Branson Charles Smith and Edna Clary Smith. Dan was the youngest of 3 boys all-separated by 7 years.
Dan grew up on a...
Jeffrey W. Uselman
Apr 7, 2024
Jeffrey William Uselman, passed away on Sunday April 7th, 2024. He was born on July 1st, 1959, in Madison, Wisconsin to Francis and Geraldine (Starry) Uselman. Jeff graduated early in his senior year from Queen of Apostles High School class of 1977 and elected to join the Army at the age of 17.
Jeff had served in multiple areas...
Eileen L. Grimm
Apr 7, 2024
Sun Prairie - Eileen Lucille Grimm (Mom), was born in Green Bay, WI to Leo and Lillian LeMense, on October 25, 1932, and passed away in Sun Prairie, WI on April 7,2024, after an appropriately long good-bye. A series of falls that on a couple occasions caused broken bones, brought us all back together to the same home we grew...
Lois Ann Nelson
Apr 6, 2024
Stoughton - Lois A Nelson, age 86, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Sat. April 6, 2024, with her husband by her side. Lois was the daughter of Elwood & Ione (Busch) Broughton. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Lois is survived by her husband Jerome (Jerry) of 68.5 years; daughter Kristin...
Lee Allen Littmann
Apr 6, 2024
Lee Allen Littmann went to be with the Lord Saturday April 6, 2024 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin at the age of 74. He was survived by his sister and brother-in-law, Julie and Lloyd Arnold, his nieces and their families, Lindsey (Jared) Koerten, Elise and Luke Koerten, and Kristin (Cameron) Studer and...
Russ Hellenbrand
Apr 6, 2024
WAUNAKEE – Russ Hellenbrand, age 64, left this earth on Saturday, April 6, 2024 due to heart complications at UW Hospital.
Russ was well known for his quick wit and storytelling ability. He was the only-a-stranger-once, shirt-off-his-back kind of guy with a laugh you won’t forget. He was passionate about sports – bowling (of course!), softball, football, and loved a...
Diane E. Hensen
Apr 6, 2024
Mom was born on March 6, 1941 to Mathew and Lucy (Kalscheur) Hellenbrand. She graduated from Waunakee High School in 1959. Diane married Robert H. Hensen on September 26, 1961 at St. John’s Catholic Church in Waunakee. They were married for 62 years. She is survived by her husband Bob; children, Dean (Jill) Hensen, Carrie (Dan) Sutton, Dale (Carlyn) Hensen;...
Mark A. Gretebeck
Apr 5, 2024
Mark Allen Gretebeck, passed away on April 5, 2024. He was born on April 12, 1960 in Stoughton, WI, a son of Edwin and Angeline (Hull) Gretebeck. Mark graduated from Stoughton High School in 1979. On October 23, 1982, Mark was united in marriage to high school sweetheart, Laurel Halverson, in Stoughton. After high school, Mark worked on the family...
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