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.

Donna Mccreery

Donna Mccreery

Mar 12, 2023

Donna M. McCreery, age 88, died peacefully on Sunday, March 12, 2023, with her daughters beside her.  She was born on Feb. 1, 1935 in Two Rivers, Wisconsin to Frank and Evangeline (Hurley) Brull.  She married the love of her life, John McCreery, in 1955 and he preceded her in death in 2014.  Donna and John most enjoyed spending time...

Jean Schenck

Jean Schenck

Mar 10, 2023

Jean Ann (Ryan) Schenck passed away on March 10, 2023. She was born in Delaware County, Iowa on March 25, 1925 to Harry J. and Edith (Odell) Ryan.

She was united in marriage to Edmund Albert Schenck at a cousin’s home in Culpepper, VA on September 28, 1944. They cherished fifty-eight years together.

Jean is...

Paul Storley

Paul Storley

Mar 10, 2023

MADISON, WI. If you are reading this, it’s because I, Paul E. Storley, born July 31, 1950, have “assumed room temperature" on March 10, 2023 from having “416,783 too many cigarettes.” I gave my last (rough COPD) breath at home, surrounded by my loving children, Dawn, Jon and Valarie, grandson, Breyden and Dawn’s partner, Shawn.

Dad was...

Darrell Theobald

Darrell Theobald

Mar 10, 2023

Darrell Theobald passed away on Friday, March 10, 2023.  Arrangements are pending. A full obituary will be available at a later date.

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Magdelena "Sparrow" Senty

Magdelena "Sparrow" Senty

Mar 10, 2023

Magdelena Senty “Sparrow”, age 99, died on Friday, March 10, 2023, and joined the love of her life, Al, with whom she shared her life for 76 + years.  She was a gentle person with a quiet voice and beautiful smile. She leaves behind their children, Michael (Laurie) Senty, Leah Senty, Donna Maxwell Senty, Jeffrey (Terrie) Senty; 9 grandchildren...

Glenn Germain

Glenn Germain

Mar 10, 2023

Glenn Warren Germain passed away unexpectedly on March 10th  at the age of 69, under the expert care of the nurses and doctors at St. Mary’s hospital in Madison, WI, after a very unfortunate accident choking on some food. He is survived by his wife Maria-Rosa, of nearly forty years, his brother Al Germain (Julie Waldman) of Oakland, CA, his daughter Nora...

Delores Berge

Delores Berge

Mar 9, 2023

Deerfield - Delores Eileen Berge, 82, of Deerfield, WI, passed away peacefully at Home Again Cambridge surrounded by her two daughters. She was born March 3, 1941, in Watertown, WI, the daughter of Harold and Jula (Jako) Melvin.

Delores married the love of her life, Ron Berge, on August 1, 1960. They had a wonderful life together...

Bonnie Forte

Bonnie Forte

Mar 9, 2023

Cress Funeral Home is assisting the family.

Cress Funeral & Cremation Service

3325 E. Washington Ave.

Madison (608) 249-6666

Nancy Schensky

Nancy Schensky

Mar 7, 2023

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Nancy A. Schensky (nee Reinsvold)

Passed away peacefully on March 7, 2023, at Attic Angels Place in Middleton, Wisconsin at the age of 89.  She was born October 17, 1933, in LaCrosse, Wisconsin and was the...

Robert "Rob" Nebel

Robert "Rob" Nebel

Mar 7, 2023

Robert “Rob” Nebel, age 62 of Deerfield, WI passed away Tuesday, March 7, 2023, surrounded by his loving family.  Rob was born in Sheboygan, WI February 1, 1961, to the late Robert and Lois (Treadwell) Nebel.  Rob graduated from Sheboygan South High School in 1979.  While in high school, Rob excelled in football, basketball, and track and field. He...

Frederick Liss

Frederick Liss

Mar 6, 2023

Frederick M. Liss, age 80, passed away at UW Hospital in Madison WI on March 6, 2023. He was born in Peru, Illinois to Max and Mary Liss. He attended St. Valentine’s school and then St. Bede Academy where he enjoyed his school years and made many lifelong friends. He was fortunate to go to...

Elaine Koch La Grew

Elaine Koch La Grew

Mar 6, 2023

Cress Funeral Home is assisting the family.

Cress Funeral & Cremation Service

206 W. Prospect, P.O. Box 231, Stoughton

(608) 873-9244

Gurmeet Dhillon

Gurmeet Dhillon

Mar 5, 2023

Dear Friends and Family,

It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of our beloved mother, Gurmeet Kaur Dhillon. She passed away peacefully on March 5th, 2023, at the age of 67.

Akhand Path in her honor will be held at the Gurudwara Sahib, 6970 Century Ave. Middleton, WI 53562 starting...

Craig Gundermann

Craig Gundermann

Mar 5, 2023

My husband and best friend, Craig, died March 5,2022

He was born in Madison on July 4th, 1938, the second son of Howard and Evelyn Gundermann. Craig was a "townie", having lived on the west side of Madison all his life. He attended Queen of Peace grade school, Edgewood High School and Loras College, graduating with a...

Rylan Ezman

Rylan Ezman

Mar 3, 2023

Rylan Conner Ezman, born on December 16, 2004 in Marshfield, WI, died by suicide at the age of 18 on Friday, March 3, 2023.

From a very young age, Rylan always loved being outdoors, getting muddy and all things involved with trucks, heavy equipment or anything with a motor. He liked playing football and baseball, but he...

Hanna Bailey

Hanna Bailey

Mar 2, 2023

PLEASE NOTE: DUE TO THE WEATHER, THE VISITATION AND SERVICE FOR HANNA HAS BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL SUNDAY, MARCH 26

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Hanna Ruth Bailey died at the age of 95 on March 2, 2023 in Madison, Wisconsin.  She was born on October 1, 1927 in Luisenthal, Kreis Brieg, Germany and grew up...

Clarice Lyke

Clarice Lyke

Mar 1, 2023

Stoughton- Clarice A. Lyke, age 76, passed away on Wednesday, March 1, 2023. She was born in Stoughton on March 3, 1946, the middle child of Carl and Bernice Phillips. Clarice graduated from Stoughton High School, and earned her nursing degree. She was a Registered Nurse working in private doctors offices, then as the Director of Nursing for Nygaards,...

James Zrust

James Zrust

Feb 28, 2023

James Zrust, 80, of Sun Prairie, WI passed away peacefully at home on February 28, 2023, surrounded by his loving family.

Jim was born February 20 th , 1943, to the late Angeline Santache and Leroy Zrust in Minnetonka, MN. He went to high school there and was known for getting into harmless mischief with his best...

Leo Lamagdelaine

Leo Lamagdelaine

Feb 27, 2023

Cress Funeral Home is assisting the family.

Cress Funeral & Cremation Service

3325 E. Washington Ave.

Madison (608) 249-6666

Thomas Fontana

Thomas Fontana

Feb 27, 2023

Thomas John Fontana, age 75, passed away Monday, February 27, 2023. Born January 19, 1948, in Madison, WI to Alden and Marjorie Britton, Tom grew up on the East side of Madison attending public school, playing football, taking part in Cub Scout activities and helping his parents with their veterinary supply business. When not in Madison, he could be...

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