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.
Ronald E. Lange
Jan 10, 2026
Ronald (Ron) E. Lange, age 90, of Waunakee died on Saturday, Jan. 10,2026 at Hattie’s Glen in Waunakee. He was born on Sept. 25,1935 in Madison, WI to Herman and Katherine (Halverson) Lange. Ron attended Waunakee High School before he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served from November 1953 through October 1957. During his service, he held the rank...
Carol H Brown
Jan 9, 2026
Carol Helen Helm Brown, age 91, of Madison, passed away January 9, 2026, at All Saints Neighborhood after a brief illness. She was born February 7, 1934, in Racine, WI, the daughter of Fred and Helen Helm. She married George “Brownie” Brown on May 14, 1960, at St. Rose Catholic Church in Racine.
Carol attended the University of Wisconsin at Madison...
Carolyn P. King
Jan 9, 2026
Madison – Carolyn P. King passed away peacefully on Friday, January 9, 2026 at Attic Angel. Carolyn was born in Ionia, Michigan on December 20, 1934 to Andrew and Ruth (Peacock) Peterson.
She is survived by her children, Eric (Shawn) and Andrea (Rick); grandchildren, Alex (Caitlin) and Molly (Victor); 2 great-grandchildren; and brother Charles “Chub”. She was preceded in death her...
Mai Lee Thao
Jan 9, 2026
Cress Funeral Home is assisting with funeral arrangements.
Cress Funeral & Cremation Service
5801 Highway 51, P.O. Box 105, McFarland
(608) 838-0655
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Peter Edward Starkweather
Jan 9, 2026
Peter Edward Starkweather quietly passed away after a brief battle with cancer on January 9, 2026, at Agrace Hospice, surrounded by his loved ones.
A seventh-generation Madisonian, Peter was born on March 22, 1937, to Walter and Norma (Shroyer) Starkweather. He grew up on Lake Monona, where he developed a lifelong love of boating and fishing. After attending Madison West High...
Marian L. Johnson
Jan 9, 2026
Stoughton — Marian L. Johnson, age 92, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her beloved boys, on Friday, January 9, 2026, at Kettle Park Senior Living in Stoughton. Marian was born April 7, 1933 in Clinton, WI to the late Christ and Anna (Kline) Ahlert. Marian was a graduate of Clinton High School where she met the love of her life...
Ami Elissa Rodland
Jan 9, 2026
AMI (ORLIN) RODLAND
Ami Elissa Rodland, age 73, passed away on January 9, 2026 due to complications from Alzheimer’s Disease.
How does one capture the essence of Ami in an obituary? Ami: the fearless advocate, loyal friend, devoted mother, loving sister, supportive partner, incredible cook, Scrabble player extraordinaire, assertive New Yorker. Facts can’t convey the laughter, the intellect, the fun, the humanity...
Deborah Lynn Hoffman
Jan 9, 2026
Deborah L. Hoffman left this earth on January 9 th, 2026. Deb – also known as D’vorah Dinah – was born on March 5, 1961 in Columbus, Ohio. She was preceded in death by parents Heinz (a Holocaust survivor) and Marcia Shechtman Hoffman. She is survived by sisters Karen and Aileen and brother Gary (Basha); her nieces Michal Hoffman, Aliza...
Walter Jerome Frautschi
Jan 8, 2026
Walter Jerome Frautschi passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 8, 2026, in Boca Grande, Florida, closing a long and remarkable life that began on September 9, 1931, in Madison, Wisconsin. Born to Dorothy and Walter Frautschi, Jerry grew into a man whose quiet strength, unwavering devotion to family, and deep-rooted kindness touched everyone around him. He is survived by his...
Vale E. Hagel
Jan 8, 2026
Vale Ellen Hagel, a remarkable woman of strength, conviction, and deep devotion to her family, passed away on January 8, 2026, at the age of 84.
Born on December 29, 1941, Vale lived a life defined by resilience, love, and unwavering principles. She was an amazing, strong-willed mother whose guidance and determination shaped the lives of all who knew her. Her...
David J. Coisman
Jan 8, 2026
Sun Prairie – David J. Coisman, at 81, passed away peacefully on Thursday January 8, 2026, in Sun Prairie. He was born November 29, 1944, in Algoma, WI. to the late Raymond and Vida (Herlache) Coisman. David’s education included being a 1962 graduate of Algoma High School and in 1968 received his associate’s degree with Honors in Electronics Engineering Technology....
Georgy Vavilov
2026
Georgy Vavilov, 84, peacefully passed away on January 6, 2026 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin. Born to Arseny and Galina Vavilov, he grew up in Sverdlovsk (Russia), where he graduated from School No. 9 before studying Chemistry at the Ural Polytechnic Institute.
Georgy received his doctorate in fine chemical synthesis and began his professional career at the Research Institute...
Paul W. Schwister
Jan 5, 2026
Paul W. Schwister, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, died on Monday, January 5, 2026, after a brief illness. He was 86.
Born on April 25, 1939, in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, Paul was the son of John and Olivia (Kaiser) Schwister. He was blessed with a childhood surrounded by loving grandparents, aunts and uncles, and many adventurous cousins, all growing...
Tatum Joseph Lee Mohan
Jan 4, 2026
It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of our baby boy, Tatum Joseph Lee Mohan, known to those who knew him as “Tatum the Tiger.” Born on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, Tatum fought heroically with the support of the NICU team at Meriter Hospital. Unfortunately, the fight was too much, and he passed away in his parents’ arms...
Rose G. Zahn
Jan 3, 2026
Rosemary “Rose” G. Zahn, age 75, passed away after an illness on Saturday, January 3, 2026 with her family by her side. She was born on May 26, 1950, the only daughter to Palmer and Esther (Rennicke) Gollnick. She was united in marriage to Dennis Zahn on June 4, 1966, and they had 46 great years together.
Rose worked at MPI...
Dorothy Ann Gordon Zografi
Jan 3, 2026
Dorothy Ann Gordon Zografi of Madison, Wisconsin peacefully passed away at the age of 89 on January 3rd, 2026, at Oakwood Village. Her best friend and loving husband of 68 years, George Zografi, was at her side at time of passing.
Dorothy was born on September 19th, 1936, in Montvale, New Jersey to John L. Gordon and Gertrude Mitchell Gordon. Dorothy...
Jafar "Aziz" Abbasnejad
Jan 3, 2026
In Loving Memory of Jafar Abbasnejad (“Aziz”)
Jafar Abbasnejad—known to his family, friends, and all who loved him as “Aziz,” the beloved—passed away peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, January 3, 2026, after a battle with cancer. He was 84 years old. His wife of 35 years, Prof. Julie Kailin, was by his side.
Born in 1941 in Bojnurd, Iran, to Rajab...
Morris Waxler
Jan 2, 2026
Morris Waxler died on January 2, 2026, from a stroke, shortly before his 89th birthday. He was born in Washington D.C. on January 25, 1937, son of Isadore and Fannie Waxler, immigrants from Russia. His father was an antiques dealer and cabinetmaker. His mother was a bookkeeper and government employee during WW2, in addition to managing a household with 6...
Dolores Marie (Delphey) Schmitt
Jan 2, 2026
Dolores Marie (Delphey) Schmitt, age 87, died on Jan. 2, 2026, at her home in Madison, Wis. She was born on March 2, 1938, to Edward A. and Mildred M. (Hogan) Delphey in Dubuque, Iowa.
Dolores grew up in Harpers Ferry, Iowa, on the bank of the Mississippi River where her father, grandfather and uncles worked together as commercial fishermen. Many...
George Thomas McDonald
Dec 31, 2025
George Thomas McDonald passed away on December 31st 2025, at Oak Park Place, Nakoma, in Madison, WI. He was born in Great Lake, IL.
George lived his whole life in Madison. He went to St. Ray’s grade school and graduated from West High School. He worked at St. Mary’s Hospital for forty-three years as a pharmacy technician. George played in an...
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