Ben-Tzion Karsh

Madison - Ben-Tzion "Bentzi" Karsh, age 40, passed away at his home, after a battle with cancer, on Saturday, August 18, 2012 surrounded by family. Bentzi was born on October 1, 1971 to Yehuda and Sari (Lande) Karsh in Milwaukee. He received his PhD from the University of Wisconsin - Madison. Bentzi was a Professor in the Department of Industrial Engineering at the University of Wisconsin - Madison. He was united in marriage to Arielle Silver Karsh on July 1, 2007 in Madison. Bentzi is survived by his wife, Arielle; son, Nadav; daughter, Emmanuelle; parents, Sari and Yehuda Karsh; siblings, Tamar Karsh-Fogel, Eyal Karsh and Don Karsh. A funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, August 20, 2012 at CRESS FUNERAL HOME, 3610 Speedway Road, Madison. Burial will be held at Forest Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers or gifts, you may help contribute to Bentzi's children's college funds. Please contact the family for more information on how to do so.