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.

Barbara Bremer

Barbara Bremer

Apr 21, 2022

Barbara J. Bremer, age 87, of Fitchburg passed away on Thursday, April 21, 2022.  She was born on September 3, 1934, in Madison, to the late Benjamin II and Vida Preston.  She married her high school sweetheart, Vaughn Bremer on June 18, 1952, in Dubuque, Iowa. Barbara graduated from East High School. Together, Vaughn and Barbara owned and operated...

Hope Bakken

Hope Bakken

Apr 21, 2022

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Hope Dahle Bakken, age 81. She died peacefully on April 21, 2011 due to complications from Alzheimer's.

Hope was born on June 8, 1940 in Madison, WI, the daughter of Herman Bjorn Dahle and Eleanor O’Sheridan Dahle and sister of Grace Dahle Muirhead.

Hope...

Davis "Dave" Toothman

Davis "Dave" Toothman

Apr 21, 2022

Stoughton - Davis Eugene Toothman passed away in his home surrounded by family and friends on Thursday April 21st, 2022.   Dave was born in Payette Idaho on March 28th, 1946.   He owned his own demolition company, Toothman Enterprises.   However, his favorite things were hunting and playing cards.   Throughout his life he was able to travel often and hunt in...

Lois Johnson

Lois Johnson

Apr 21, 2022

LAKE MILLS-Lois D. Johnson, age 87, passed away on Thursday, April 21, 2022 at her home.  She was born on March 29, 1935 in Milwaukee to Madeline M. (Jacob) and Carl O. Prahl.  Lois went to high school in Milwaukee where she met the love of her life, Aaron R. Johnson.  They were married on January 16, 1955 in...

Thomas Tritt

Thomas Tritt

Apr 20, 2022

Thomas Michael Tritt, age 64, of Lodi, passed away unexpectedly, but naturally at his home on Wednesday, April 20, 2022. Tom was born in Canton, OH on January 13, 1958 to the late James, Jr. and Barbara (Ross) Tritt. He was raised in Michigan and attended Oscar A. Carlson High School.  His working years were spent in residential construction,...

Angela Miles

Angela Miles

Apr 19, 2022

Angela Ackley Miles died Tuesday, April 19, in Madison, WI.  She was 89.

Angela was born May 18, 1932, in Columbus, OH.  After graduating from Smith College in 1953 and working for the American Friends of the Middle East in New York City, she married Philip Miles in 1955 (divorced 1983).  The couple lived in New Haven,...

Baljit Hundal

Baljit Hundal

Apr 19, 2022

We are sad to announce the passing of our beloved father on April 19, 2022.

The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 30, 2022 at the Cress Center, 6021 University Avenue, Madison.

Followed by Sehaj Paath Bhog, Kirtan and Ardas at 1:30 p.m., Gurdwara Sahib, Madison, 6970 Century Avenue, Madison.

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Stephen Rutta

Stephen Rutta

Apr 18, 2022

Stephen R. “Steve” Rutta , age 59 of Madison, passed away at his home, after a long battle with health issues. He was born on November 24,  1962 in Milwaukee, a son of Edward and Bridget “Bea” (Sankey) Rutta.  Steve was raised in the Junction City area and graduated from SPASH in 1981. Stephen graduated from UW Stevens Point...

Edmund Liebl

Edmund Liebl

Apr 18, 2022

Dr. Edmund R. Liebl

1926-2022

Edmund R. Liebl, age 95, of Madison, WI died peacefully at home surrounded by family on Monday, April 18th, 2022. He was deeply loved and will be dearly missed. Edmund was born in Sheboygan, WI to Edmund J. and Alma (Agenten) Liebl in 1926 and survived sisters MaryAnna, Gertrude, Charlotte,...

Thomas "Tom" Madigan

Thomas "Tom" Madigan

Apr 17, 2022

PARDEEVILLE—Thomas “Tom” D. Madigan, age 74, passed away on April 17, 2022.  He was born on January 7, 1948 in Madison, WI to David and M. Jean (O’Neill) Madigan.  Tom went on to enlist in the United States Marine Corp in May of 1967 and honorably served our country until he was discharged in March of 1970.

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Rosemary Grout

Rosemary Grout

Apr 17, 2022

Our beloved mother, nana, and family matriarch, Rosemary (Rollo) Grout, 102, died April 17, 2022, at the home of her daughter Donna in Verona, Wisconsin. Rosemary was born June 5, 1919, in Fort Scott, Kansas, to Bessie and John Rollo. Her father called her “Bright Eyes,” and for over a century her eyes shone bright with music, dancing, family,...

Jean Gardner

Jean Gardner

Apr 16, 2022

Madison – Jean Drusilla Gardner, age 82, passed away on Saturday, April 16, 2022, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison. She was born in Potosi, Wisconsin, on November 12. 1939, the daughter of John and Florence (Faherty) Gardner. Jean was a twin to her sister Joan. Jean and Joan grew up in Dubuque, Iowa, and Platteville and graduated from...

Mary Holton

Mary Holton

Apr 16, 2022

Mary Louise Holton slipped her earthly bonds and returned to Heaven on April 16, 2022.  She was born September 08, 1928, in Owosso, Michigan to Edwin and Luella Gulick, and grew up on the banks of the Shiawassee River at Knaggs Bridge in Bancroft, MI.

Louise married Richard Holton on September 22, 1946, and they resided on...

Shirley Morrison

Shirley Morrison

Apr 15, 2022

Shirley Jean Gibb Morrison, of Madison, WI, died on Friday, April 15, with her family at her hospital bedside.

Shirley was born to Lydia and David Gibb in Rosedale, PA on March 7, 1936. After graduating from Penn Township High School, Shirley earned an RN from Columbia Hospital School of Nursing in Wilkinsburg, PA. She married Joseph...

Joel Helmke

Joel Helmke

Apr 14, 2022

Helmke, Joel D.

Waunakee:  Joel D. Helmke, age 78, passed away April 14, 2022 surrounded by family.  He was born in Superior, WI on Sept. 17, 1943 a son of the late Otto and Lorraine Helmke.

Joel’s interests were Nascar Races, Badger sports, and the Green Bay Packers.  He loved days on his Harley traveling...

Nancy Jellings

Nancy Jellings

Apr 14, 2022

Nancy Jean Jellings (Delfosse) 1938-2022

Sun Prairie, WI – Nancy Jellings, age 83, passed away in her home in Sun Prairie on April 14, 2022.  She was born to Edward and Ada (Fairchild) Delfosse on December 19, 1938 in Madison, Wisconsin. She married Marvin Jellings in Lodi, Wisconsin in 1956 and lived for many years in the...

Jesse Barata

Jesse Barata

Apr 14, 2022

Jesse Barata died unexpectedly in her sleep on April 14, 2022.

Jesse was the life of the party but she was notorious for leaving without saying goodbye. She called this the “mystery dip”.

I feel like Jesse would want me to point out that her sudden departure from this mortal realm was the ultimate mystery...

Terry "Squirrel" Nelson

Terry "Squirrel" Nelson

Apr 13, 2022

McFarland- Terry “Squirrel” Nelson, age 68, passed away on Wednesday, April 13, 2022 at St. Mary’s Hospital.  He was born in Madison on June 4, 1953 the son of Donna and Norman Smith.  Terry enlisted in the US Marine Corps and served his country for two years.  Terry was a member of the Labor Union 464 in Madison for...

Sarah Shulze

Sarah Shulze

Apr 13, 2022

We suddenly and tragically lost our dear Sarah on Wednesday, April 13. She was surrounded by her loving family.

Sarah took her own life. Balancing athletics, academics and the demands of every day life overwhelmed her in a single, desperate moment. Like you, we are shocked and grief stricken while holding on tightly to all that Sarah...

Cornelius Mayer

Cornelius Mayer

Apr 13, 2022

THIS SERVICE HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FOR SATURDAY, JULY 16. VISITATION 10-11AM and SERVICE AT 11AM

Mayer, Jim (Cornelius James)

Age 93, passed away peacefully on April 13, 2022. He was born on September 28, 1928, in La Crosse, WI to Cornelius Henry Mayer and Harriet (Frey) Mayer. He graduated from West High School...

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