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.
Myrtle Lyn Gilboe
Nov 25, 2025
Myrtle "Lyn" Gilboe passed peacefully at home after 96 wonderful and exciting years on this earth. She was born in Chicago to Kathryn (Kruzinski) and Victor Kroll, growing up in Cicero. A self-described shy and awkward child, she excelled in school and was soon on her way to Miami University in Oxford, OH. There, she met the love of her...
Barbara Helen Johnson
Nov 24, 2025
Barbara H. Johnson, 84, of Madison, Wisconsin, died at home on November 24, 2025, of a heart attack. It was sudden, as these things often are, and entirely unfair, as these things always are. Born in Chicago, the daughter to George and Helen Johnson, she grew up in Iron River, Michigan - which means she was a Yooper before being...
Lyle E. Siggelkow
Nov 24, 2025
Lyle E. Siggelkow, 80, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 24, 2025, surrounded by family at Memorial Veterans Hospital in Madison. He was born March 24, 1945, in McFarland, to Earle and Bertha “Bertie-Lou” (Hoffman) Siggelkow. Lyle enjoyed drumming and was both a member and instructor for the Madison Scouts Drum and Bugle Corps. He was also a proud U.S....
Jasai Kyrie Amankonah
Nov 23, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved son, Jasai Kyrie Amankonah. Born on Friday, September 19, 2025, and taken from us too soon on Sunday, November 23, 2025.
Jasai Kyrie is the cherished son of Richmond Amankonah and Abigail Kukubor; beloved brother of Royce-Dylan Effah Amankonah and Penuel Zodel Amankonah. He was a beautiful bundle...
Martin "Marty" B. Keller
Nov 23, 2025
Martin B. Keller, age eighty-nine, passed away peacefully in his sleep Nov. 23rd, 2025 at his home. Martin (Marty) was born December 28th, 1935 in the town of Perry, WI. Marty was one of 8 children born to Martin Sr. and Rose Keller. Marty worked the majority of his life in the farming & dairy business. He worked the family...
Robert J. Grady
Nov 23, 2025
**Visitation will be from 12-1:00 PM on Saturday, December 6, 2025 at St. Ann Catholic Church, 323 North Van Buren Street, Stoughton, WI 53589 with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 1:00 PM. Bob will be brought to his final place of rest with full military honors at St. Ann Catholic Cemetery immediately following Mass.**
Robert “Bob” J. Grady...
Charles P. "Charlie" Kozitzky III
Nov 23, 2025
Charlie Kozitzky of Middleton, WI passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, November 23rd at the age of 63.
Born and raised in Philadelphia PA, Charlie was the son of Emily (Lewis) and Charles Kozitzky II. He moved to Madison, WI in the early 90’s. 1998 brought a whirlwind romance with wife Mary, and the two tied the knot within 6 months. Charlie...
Timothy Francis Langer
Nov 22, 2025
Timothy F. Langer, 63 of Columbus, Wisconsin passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 22, 2025 at the UW Hospital in Madison.
Timothy was born on December 13, 1961 in Mauston, Wisconsin to Francis and Betty (Prochnow) Langer. He attended school in Mauston. He later attended Madison Area Technical College where he completed Electrical Safety and Controls and Safety in Mechanisms Training.
At...
Timothy E. Stevenson
Nov 22, 2025
Celebrating the Life of Timothy E. “Tim” Stevenson
Timothy E. “Tim” Stevenson, 68, of Waunakee, Wisconsin, passed away on November 22, 2025, in Fitchburg, Wisconsin, after bravely facing a short battle with cancer. His time with us ended far too soon, but the love he gave and the impact he made will be remembered always.
Tim was born on April 7, 1957,...
Helen R. McVicar
Nov 22, 2025
Helen R. McVicar, age 85, of Waunakee, died peacefully at home under hospice care on Saturday November 22, 2025. She was born at home in Westport, WI on October 13, 1940, to Frank and Henrietta (Stejskal) Poulik. She graduated from Waunakee High School in 1958 and attended nursing school at Madison Vocational Technical and Adult School, graduating as an LPN...
Marilyn Dolores Murphy
Nov 21, 2025
Marilyn Murphy, age 90, of Madison/Waunakee, passed away on November 21, 2025, at Sienna Crest Assisted Living Center in Waunakee, WI. Marilyn was born on February 21, 1935, in La Crosse, WI the daughter of Albert and Dolores Love. She was the youngest of three children.
Marilyn was married on December 28, 1955, to Edward Murphy Jr. also of LaCrosse. She...
Henry "Hank" Veith
Nov 21, 2025
Henry “Hank” Walter Veith, 82, of Sun Prairie passed away on Friday, November 21, 2025 peacefully at his home.
Hank was born on January 5, 1943 in Madison to Urban and Irene (Maier) Veith. He grew up in Marshall and graduated from Marshall High School in 1961. On June 27, 1964 Hank married his high school sweetheart, Mary Ann Lange at...
R. Sidney Boone
Nov 20, 2025
R. Sidney Boone, of Madison WI, died at home on November 20, 2025 after a lengthy illness, accompanied by family and the stellar support of Agrace Hospice.
Sid was born in New Tazewell, TN on July 10, 1937, and was raised in Paris, TN. He earned forestry degrees at Louisiana State University and Duke University, and spent most of his career...
Virgil Lawrence Broering
Nov 20, 2025
Virgil Lawrence Broering (Virg) peacefully passed away on November 20, 2025, due to complications from dementia. He was born on October 5, 1942 in Springfield, OH to the late Richard and Ellenora (Brachman) Broering.
Virgil is survived by his wife, Barbara Elizabeth Broering, his son, Ted (Michelle) Broering, grandchildren Samuel Hunter and Sophie Kathryn Broering, and grand dogs Luigi and Tucker....
Claudia M. Ponce
Nov 19, 2025
Claudia M. Ponce
October 14, 1954 – November 19, 2025
With deep love and heavy hearts, the family of Claudia Ponce announces her passing on November 19, 2025. Born on October 14, 1954, Claudia was a devoted sister, cherished granddaughter, loving mother to two (Jason Ponce, Juaquin Ponce), grandmother to six, great grandmother to four, aunt to one nephew and one niece,...
Evan John Fahl
Nov 19, 2025
Evan John Fahl, age 38, passed away unexpectedly on November 19, 2025. He was born on June 12, 1987, in Madison, Wisconsin, to William Fahl and Nancy Fahl.
Evan grew up in Madison and graduated from Memorial High School before attending Madison College. In 2008, he began what would become a long and dedicated career as a commercial roofer. Evan took...
Athlyn Mae Herzberg
Nov 19, 2025
Our beloved Mother, Grandmother, soon to be Great Grandmother, Sister and Friend met her Lord on November 19, 2025 at the age of 91. Surrounded by her family in the comforts of her home. She was born on April 10, 1934 in a cottage on Taylor Lake, Waupaca, Wisconsin, the daughter of James and Vera (Nelson) Gould.
Athlyn married the love...
Victor "Paul" P. Gorman
Nov 16, 2025
Madison – Victor “Paul” Gorman, age 79, passed away peacefully on Sunday November 16, 2025, at home.
Paul is survived by his wife Dorothy Gorman; children Linda Snow, Kristina DiLorenzo and Barb Tumidajewicz; his grandchildren and great grandchildren, and his sister Debbie Nofsinger.
A gathering will be held from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM on Tuesday November 25, 2025, at CRESS FUNERAL...
Craig Allen Halverson
Nov 16, 2025
Craig "Butch" Halverson, 73, of Madison, WI, passed away on November 16, 2025, in his home. Craig was born to Edmund and Marilyn Halverson on October 1, 1952. After attending McFarland High School, Craig went on to serve as an HVAC technician. Before his retirement, he worked at Home Depot as a sales generator for 20 years.
Craig was an avid...
Margaret Rintala
Nov 16, 2025
Margaret Ann Rintala, 81, a beloved mother and friend, passed away peacefully on November 16, 2025.
Margaret was born in Wakefield, Michigan, and spent her younger years in that area before moving to Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, where she spent her later years.
Margaret possessed a rare combination of unwavering faith and playful humor. She carried a steady faith in God that shaped...
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