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.

Ruth Lehmann

Ruth Lehmann

Mar 21, 2023

Lehmann, Ruth E,

Milton/Madison:  Ruth E. Lehmann, age 81, of Madison, WI passed away Tuesday, March 21, 2023 with family by her side.

Ruth is preceded in death by her loving husband Dick of nearly 60 years, her parents Jack and Ruth Manogue, her sisters; Aileen (Jack) Burnam, Judy (Frank) Thom, Sally (Doug) Field, Margaret...

Evelyn Mehltretter

Evelyn Mehltretter

Mar 21, 2023

Deerfield - Evelyn Yvonne Mehltretter passed away Tuesday, March 21, 2023, at home.

Evelyn was born September 22, 1927, to Clarence and Hazel (Dewey) Hollenbeck in Morris, Illinois. She was united in marriage to Maurice M. Mehltretter in Fontana, Wisconsin June 24, 1950. She attended schools in Illinois and graduated from high school in Walworth, Wisconsin. Evelyn...

Adrian "Ace" Herschleb

Adrian "Ace" Herschleb

Mar 20, 2023

Ace Herschleb ended his courageous battle with cancer on March 20, 2023 and was welcomed joyously into Heaven. The warrior became an angel. He was born on January 21, 1974 in Portage, Wisconsin to Perry (Eulberg) and Dennis Herschleb.

Ace graduated from Marshall High School in 1992. He worked in the construction and maintenance field throughout his...

Marie-Louise Denys

Marie-Louise Denys

Mar 19, 2023

Marie-Louise Denys, age 83, of Madison, Wisconsin, passed away on March 19, 2023 at Agrace Hospice, with her sister Charlene by her side. Marie-Louise was born in Brussels, Belgium on 10/23/1939. She came to the US with her parents in 1946 when dad became an international civil servant in the newly formed United Nations. She maintained close ties with...

John Hill

John Hill

Mar 19, 2023

John C. Hill, age 65 of Waunakee, passed away surrounded by his loving family at the UW Hospital in Madison on Sunday, March 19, 2023. John was born on December 10, 1957 to Ray and Doris (Spink) Hill.  John married Dorothy Weiss on May 12, 1990.  John was so very proud of his twin sons Michael (deceased) and Joseph,...

Phyllis Meier

Phyllis Meier

Mar 18, 2023

Phyllis Lenore Meier went home to be with her Lord and Savior on March 18, 2023. She died peacefully in her sleep at Milestone Assisted Living in Cross Plains WI.  She was born July 29, 1927, the oldest daughter of Arthur and Nora Schreurs of Sheboygan WI. She graduated from Sheboygan High School and attended Lakeland College where she...

Gary Olson

Gary Olson

Mar 18, 2023

Gary Stanley Olson, of Madison, passed away in the warm embrace of his wife and daughters on Saturday, 03/18/2023. His 73 years of life were filled with love, laughter, and an extraordinary commitment to his wife, Maryanne, of over four decades.

Gary’s memory lives on in the talents and achievements of his years, which span far beyond...

Lorry Plass

Lorry Plass

Mar 18, 2023

Madison – Lorry Plass, age 97, died at St. Mary’s Care Center on March 18, 2023.  She was born on August 11, 1925 in Coopers Town, North Dakota, daughter of Thorval Peter Overby and Mabel Ann Hogen.  She suffered for many years from acute diabetes.

She married Paul Plass and is survived by him and one son,...

Margie Robinson

Margie Robinson

Mar 17, 2023

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Formerly of Milwaukee. Margie was reunited with her husband, Preston, on Friday, March 17, 2023. A loving mother of three daughters, Almetra, Tyshun, and Sybil. Grandmother of 8 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. She is survived by her...

Joan Thorsen

Joan Thorsen

Mar 17, 2023

Joan D. Thorsen, 88, died peacefully in Defiance, OH on March 17, 2023 with her daughter Kathy by her side. Joan was born on March 20, 1934, in Stoughton WI and was the daughter of Lyle and Pauline (Johnson) Waldera.  She was preceded in death by her husband Robert “Bob” Thorsen, sons David and Alan (Sue) Thorsen, a brother...

Dolores Sirek

Dolores Sirek

Mar 17, 2023

Dolores Mae Sirek, age 60, of Madison, Wisconsin, passed away, peacefully in her sleep, on the morning of Friday, March 17, 2023, at Agrace Hospice Care. She was born on September 10, 1962, in Ladysmith, Wisconsin, the daughter of Edward and Evelyn Sirek (Hart). She married Joe Kreye on July 5, 1985, at Saint Dennis Catholic Church in Madison....

Barbara Moreno

Barbara Moreno

Mar 17, 2023

Barbara A Moreno, 78 of Boaz formerly of Chicago, Illinois passed away Friday, March 17 at UW Hospital after a courageous 8 year battle with cancer. Barbara is survived by her children: Steven Wozny (Donna) of Readstown, David Moreno of Lone Rock, Kimberly Kienitz (Steven) of Avoca; her grandchildren include Tiffany Wozny, Aaron Moreno, Conner (Keepers) Moreno, Brandon (Bicknase)...

John Kjentvet

John Kjentvet

Mar 15, 2023

Madison- John Henry Kjentvet passed away at the age of 66 on Wednesday, March 15, 2023 at UW Hospital, surrounded by his family after several months in the hospital.

John was born on January 13, 1957 in Mondovi, Wisconsin, the first child of Jerrine and Gordon Kjentvet. He grew up in Mondovi with his two younger sisters,...

Leonard Ross

Leonard Ross

Mar 15, 2023

Leonard Ellis Ross, age 92, son of Lloyd S. and Olive M. Ross (Bachman), was born on December 15, 1930 in Burlington, Iowa. He died March 15th of this year 2023 at Oakwood Village West. He is survived by his former wife, Marilyn J. Ross, and their children Jeffrey (Karen) Ross of Lolo, MT, Terry Ross of Madison, David...

Steven Singel

Steven Singel

Mar 15, 2023

Steven G. Singel, age 70 passed away peacefully on March 15, 2023 in his home. Born on September 14, 1952 with Down Syndrome, his parents were advised that he would likely never walk or talk. Because of the loving encouragement, guidance and unwavering devotion of his mother Elaine and father Ray, Steve proved the experts wrong and grew into...

Robert Bakke

Robert Bakke

Mar 14, 2023

We’re counting our blessings while drying our tears over the loss of Bob Bakke Tuesday, March 14, 2023.  Bob passed away peacefully in the presence of his wife and sons at St. Mary’s hospital in Madison one week after being admitted for a heart attack.

Bob was born April 6, 1934 in his family’s farmhouse in Dane,...

John Oehrlein

John Oehrlein

Mar 14, 2023

On Tuesday, March 14, John Warren Oehrlein passed away at the age of 79. He was a loving husband, father of two and grandfather. John was born on May 21, 1943 to Robert and Dorothy (Cox) Oehrlein at St. Mary’s hospital in Madison. Upon graduating high school in 1961, John began an apprenticeship in printing that became his passion...

Nan Gardner

Nan Gardner

Mar 14, 2023

Nan Marie Gardner, born May 8, 1952 in Meridian Mississippi to William “Bud” Gardner and Bobbie (McLaurin) Gardner, passed into the fullness of Holy embrace on March 14th, 2023.  Nan began her journey with a doting extended family in Mississippi where she formed cherished childhood memories. She moved with her immediate family to Madison during her early teen years...

Dean Losenegger

Dean Losenegger

Mar 14, 2023

Dean F. Losenegger, age 88, passed away on March 14, 2023. He was born on December 16, 1934 in Blue Mounds, WI. He is survived by his son J.D. “Jim” Losenegger, brothers Walter Jr. (Cathy), T.J. (Emmy) and many nieces and nephews. To honor Dean’s wishes, there will be no services. In lieu of flowers, consider donations to a...

Joshua Kopmeyer

Joshua Kopmeyer

Mar 13, 2023

Joshua Henry Kopmeyer, age 35, of Juneau Wisconsin passed away peacefully on Monday, March 13, 2023. He was born October 28, 1987 in Madison, Wisconsin, the son of Tom Kopmeyer and Tammy Adler. He graduated from Beaver Dam High School.

Josh loved spending time with his family and friends. He enjoyed going bowling and painting pictures.

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