Obituaries
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.
Paul Werth
Apr 27, 2026
Dear Paul passed away on Monday, April 27, after 9 years with multiple myeloma cancer.
Paul was born on October 26, 1943 in Watertown, WI to Elmer and Dorothy (Mueller) Werth. He grew up in Oconomowoc, where he attended St. Matthew’s grade school and Oconomowoc High School.
In 1961 he moved to Madison to attend the UW, graduating in January 1968, majoring...
Bonna Robinson
Jan 20, 2026
Bonna A. Robinson (Hatfield) died January 20,2026 after a long illness. She is survived by her three children James (Jane) Robinson, Nancy Robinson (Eugene Washington) and Daniel (Marsha) Robinson. 10 Grandchildren Ian (Alissa) Robinson, Colin (Emma) Robinson, Kelly Robinson (Chase Johnson), Connie Washington (Antonio Colla), Sean (Valerie) Washington, Corey (Brandi) Washington, Keenan Washington (Nicole Morales), Erin Washington (Pete Panagos). Alton...
Tom Muckler
Aug 28, 2025
Thomas (Tom) Bryan Muckler, 70, passed away unexpectedly on August 28, 2025 in Mazomanie, WI.
Tom was born on September 19, 1954 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to Carl Muckler, Jr. and Barbara Flinn Muckler. Affectionately known by his large group of friends as “Tommy” and “Muck”, he grew up on the Westside of Madison and attended Randall School and West High School...
Don Fornasiere
Apr 21, 2026
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Donald L. Fornasiere, born January 13, 1933, died April 21, 2026, at age 93 in DeForest, WI at the Parkside Village Assisted Living Facility.
He was preceded in death by his parents, John Fornasiere, Jr. and Clara Heiman Fornasiere Lehman, his wife...
Joyce B. Wellman
May 15, 2026
Joyce B. Wellman of Sun Prairie/Madison, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2026, at her home at Charter Assisted Living.
Joyce was born on July 13, 1928 in her family home residing in Mount Pleasant Tennessee.
A longtime resident of the Sun Prairie area, Joyce was a devoted 32-year member of the United Methodist Church in Sun Prairie. She enjoyed a...
John Francis Sullivan
May 12, 2026
John Francis Sullivan passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of his family and a lifetime of treasured memories on Tuesday, May 12, 2026.
Born on August 20, 1937, in Chicago, Illinois, to John and Margaret Sullivan, John lived a life defined by faith, family, service, and generosity. He graduated from Austin High School in 1955 and proudly served his country...
John Steven Jaeschke
Apr 9, 2026
John Steven Jaeschke, 56, of Middleton, passed away on April 9, 2026. Born on December 7, 1969, John was a man defined by his warmth, his quick wit, and a genuine kindness that he shared with everyone he met. He leaves behind a legacy of music, service, and deep devotion to his family and friends.
A gifted musician, John’s passion for...
Sarah Whelan Blake
Apr 22, 2026
Sarah Whelan Blake, 88, of Monona, Wisconsin was born on August 8, 1937 in Shreveport, Louisiana to Margaret and Augustine Whelan. She passed peacefully at home, surrounded by love, on April 22, 2026.
When asked, “What do you want your obituary to say?” she said, “They charge by the word, so just say ‘She had a good run. Google me’”. We...
Linda Ciofu Baumann
Apr 13, 2026
Dr. Linda Ciofu Baumann was a trailblazer in nursing, behavioral medicine, and interdisciplinary health education. She earned her undergraduate and graduate degrees in nursing from the University of Michigan and a PhD in social psychology from the University of Wisconsin–Madison.
Throughout her distinguished career, Dr. Baumann integrated clinical practice, research, and teaching to advance health equity and improve patient outcomes. As...
Richard V. Trameri
Apr 4, 2026
Richard V. Trameri, age 98, of Madison passed away peacefully at home on April 4, 2026. Richard was born January 29,1928 in Madison, WI to Carlo and Pierina (Praolini) Trameri.
Richard grew up in the Greenbush Neighborhood. He graduated from Central High School in 1945. In 1946 he enlisted in the army and was stationed at the Atomic Lab in Los...
James R. Girard
May 18, 2026
James Robert Girard of Sun Prairie died Tuesday morning from complications of dementia.
He was a life-long Wisconsinite raised in Chippewa Falls and living in the Madison area after college. Jim worked in personnel at UW Extension for many years and enjoyed traveling the World with his wife, Pamela, after retirement.
Jim is survived by his wife Pam, his son Joel and...
Marvin L. Birnbaum
May 17, 2026
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Dorothy E. Thompson
May 14, 2026
STOUGHTON-Dorothy E. Thompson (Chickering) passed away on Thursday, May 14, 2026 at her home. She was born on July 27, 1930 in Waukon, Iowa to Sidney and Ila (Shift) Chickering.
Dorothy is survived by her children: Jim Dawson, Jene (Patty) Dawson, Joyce DeRosia, Robert (Jane) DeRosia, John DeRosia, Jerry DeRosia, Wanda (Kim) Wilson, and Virgil (Cheryl) Thompson; son in law Gary...
Karen A. Holznagel
May 13, 2026
Sun Prairie, WI – Karen A. Holznagel, 85, passed away on May 13, 2026. She was born on December 26, 1940, in Madison, the daughter of Kermit and Marguerite (Selleck) Schiltz. She was united in marriage to Donald Holznagel on February 7, 1959.
Karen proudly spent 25 years as a Junior Bowling Coach. She was active on the Women’s and Junior’s...
Rebecca Anne Montross-Chalmers
May 11, 2026
Rebecca Anne “Becky” Montross-Chalmers passed peacefully into the arms of her Savior on Monday, May 11, 2026, at U.W. Hospital, with Doug, her husband of 39 years, holding her hand.
Becky was born in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, on November 6, 1951. She and her twin sister, Barb Montross, were adopted and lovingly raised by their parents Harold and Shirley Montross.
Following her graduation...
Violet Strnad-Pivo
May 9, 2026
Violet B. Strnad-Pivo of LaGrange Park, IL, and Middleton, WI, passed away May 9, 2026, in Madison, WI. She was born July 6, 1926, in Cicero, IL, the only child, of Joseph and Ruth Benes.
Vi has shared many stories of her years growing up. Our favorite is how she met our Dad, John Strnad. They grew up on the same...
Daniel G. Schwartz
May 8, 2026
Daniel “Dan” Schwartz
59
DeForest
Daniel “Dan” G. Schwartz, 59, of DeForest, WI, passed away on May 8, 2026, peacefully, surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with brain cancer.
Dan was born on December 14, 1966 to Clement and Sally (Meyers) Schwartz and raised in Waunakee, WI along with his 9 other siblings. He graduated from Waunakee High School in 1985...
Kenneth LeRoy Sabroff Jr.
May 8, 2026
It's with profound sadness that we announce that on Friday, May 8, Kenneth LeRoy Sabroff, Jr passed away to a brighter, healthier place.
Ken was born in Madison in 1948, at the same hospital his parents were born. Ken was the middle child of five, but wasn't raised with his siblings - it was later in life he became friends with...
Marjory "Marge" Preston
May 8, 2026
Marjory "Marge" Christine (Lucht) Preston, the youngest of eight, was born on July 9, 1938 in LaValle, Wisconsin, to Peter and Christine Lucht. On May 8, 2026 she left The Sonnet at Tennyson in Madison, WI and joined the angels in heaven.
Marge grew up on the family farm near LaValle and graduated from Wonewoc High School. She moved to Madison...
William M Clifford
May 7, 2026
William M. Clifford, 81, of Sun Prairie passed away on Thursday, May 7, 2026 at his home.
Bill was born on January 10, 1945, in Watertown, Wisconsin to William B. and Mary (Mulvaney) Clifford. He was the youngest of three brothers. He attended St. Bernard’s Catholic School through 8th grade in Watertown, Wisconsin, where many lifelong friendships began. After that, he...
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