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.

Francoise Brophy

Francoise Brophy

Sep 14, 2021

Francoise “Fran” Charlotte Brophy, 86 passed away peacefully on September 14, 2021. She was born April 13, 1935 in Longwy-bas, France to Marcel and Gabrielle Rencon. As a child she was forced to flee her home with her family when France was invaded during WWII. Francoise vividly remembered being aboard a train when it was bombed, and then having...

Andrew Krohn

Andrew Krohn

Sep 13, 2021

CROSS PLAINS/MADISON - Andrew (Andy) Patrick Krohn, age 55, passed away on September 13, 2021, after a life-long battle with diabetes.

He was born in Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin on January 7, 1966, to Ronald and Nancy (Weaver) Krohn. He graduated from Verona High School in 1984 and studied at the University of Wisconsin – Madison. He spent...

Michael "Mike" Lomperski

Michael "Mike" Lomperski

Sep 12, 2021

Mike Lomperski passed away peacefully in his sleep at home on September 12, 2021. Mike was preceded in death by his parents Stanislaw Lomperski and Susan (Maez, sometimes spelled Mac) former wife and mother of his children  Mary Ann Phillips, brothers Joe, Ed, Stan, and sisters Florence  (Edward) Kamien, Mary, (Robert) Czarnecki, Stella  (called Bonnie) (Earl) Johnson.

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Wally Ziesch

Wally Ziesch

Sep 11, 2021

Sun Prairie - Wally Ziesch, age 89, passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home on Saturday, September 11, 2021.  He was born in Madison on February 14, 1932, the son of Henry and Lillian (Anderson) Ziesch.  Wally grew up in Madison before moving to the family farm.  In 1951 he was drafted into the U.S. Army and...

Sheila Hanson

Sheila Hanson

Sep 11, 2021

Stoughton – Sheila Sue Hanson, age 76, was called home by her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday Sept 11, 2021, at Skaalen Home in Stoughton.  She was born Oct 10, 1944, in Wisconsin Rapids to the late Marvin and Isabel (Olson) Steinke.  Sheila is a 1962 graduate of Lincoln High School in Wisconsin Rapids and became an...

Donald Seeman

Donald Seeman

Sep 11, 2021

Donald Eugene Seeman, of Middleton, WI, passed away on September 11, 2021.  Don was born February 9, 1935, in South St. Paul, MN to Marvin and Grace Seeman and he was the eldest of seven children.  His family later moved to Deer Creek, MN where Don graduated from high school.

He was a member of the Air...

Dorothy Althoff

Dorothy Althoff

Sep 11, 2021

Dorothy Mae Althoff, age 91, passed away on Saturday Sept 11, 2021, at Oakwood Village Prairie Ridge in Madison.  Dorothy was born Dec 13, 1929, in Waukesha to the late Orin and Evelyn (Schaefer) Kreger.  She was a lifelong resident of Sun Prairie and attended Sun Prairie High School.

Dorothy is survived by her 7 Children:  Kathleen...

David Broome

David Broome

Sep 10, 2021

Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of his saints. (Psalm 116:15) We celebrate with Jesus the ultimate graduation of Dr. David Jon Broome, September 3, 1941 - September 10, 2021.

Affectionately referred to as Smiley, as the senior class president in high school, his leadership and infectious smile made others know they mattered.  He...

David Hendrix, Jr.

David Hendrix, Jr.

Sep 10, 2021

Sunrise: February 27, 1952

Sunset: September 10, 2021

David Hendrix Jr, was born in Poplar Grove, Arkansas. He accepted Christ at an early age and joined Tucker's Grove Missionary Baptist Church in Poplar Grove. He later moved to Wisconsin where he attended Fountain of Life Covenant Church, in Madison....

Barbara Albright

Barbara Albright

Sep 10, 2021

SUN PRAIRIE/MADISON—Barbara “Barb” J. Albright (Erickson), age 85, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 10, 2021.  She married George J. Albright on August 28, 1954, and they recently celebrated 67 years of marriage.

Barb worked in the Madison School District at various schools for over 24 years.

Barb is survived by her husband George; children...

Amanda Harding

Amanda Harding

Sep 10, 2021

Kenosha - Amanda Lee Harding of Kenosha (formerly Madison) lost her battle with cancer on September 10, 2021.  “Lee” was born in Madison, Wisconsin, on February 2, 1943, to Don and Helen Harding (Edmondson).  She was raised on Madison’s West Side, where she met George Briggs, whom she married in 1961.  They had six beautiful children and traveled the...

James Bean

James Bean

Sep 9, 2021

To all of you who check the obits every day to make sure you’re not there, greetings!  Hi.  My name is Jim Bean and I died Thursday, September 9, 2021 due to complications from exposure to Agent Orange (service in Vietnam). At the time of my death, I was 77 having been born April 12, 1944 in Chicago where my parents,...

Barbara Meier

Barbara Meier

Sep 9, 2021

There will be a private family service and burial for Barbara.

Cress Funeral & Cremation Service

3325 E. Washington Ave.

Madison (608) 249-6666

Shirley Rynes

Shirley Rynes

Sep 9, 2021

Shirley Eloise (Guitzkow) Rynes, 85, of Madison passed away on Thursday, Sept. 9, 2021, at Brookdale Madison West Assisted Living. She was born on Jan. 15, 1936 in Madison, the daughter of Doris (Hooks) and Henry Guitzkow Sr. She married Dennis A. Rynes on Nov. 14, 1953 in Dubuque IA.

Shirley attended Madison East High School and...

Sharon White

Sharon White

Sep 9, 2021

Sharon Elaine White, age 65, passed away Thursday, September 9, 2021.

Services are being planned and will be announced.

Cress Center

6021 University Ave. Madison

(608) 238-8406

Jerry Merrill

Jerry Merrill

Sep 9, 2021

Cress Funeral Home is assisting the family.

Cress Funeral & Cremation Service

3325 E. Washington Ave.

Madison (608) 249-6666

Marion Lewis

Marion Lewis

Sep 9, 2021

SUN PRAIRIE – Marion A. Lewis passed away surrounded by her family on Thursday, September 9, 2021. Marion was born on June 6th, 1946 in Madison, Wisconsin, the daughter of Wilbert and Cora (Bang) Showers, Sr. She was the youngest of eight children.

Marion graduated from Madison East High School in 1964. She was employed with American...

Audrey Miller

Audrey Miller

Sep 9, 2021

Audrey J. Miller, age 81, of Madison, passed away on Thursday, September 9, 2021.

Audrey was born March 2, 1940, in Madison, WI, the daughter of Ruben and Margaret Graves. On January 26, 1963, she was married to Raymond Miller in Winnebago County, IL. Together they lived on Madison’s west side, where they started their family.

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Georgette Bathum

Georgette Bathum

Sep 8, 2021

An obituary is not available at this time for Georgette Ann (Senitz) Bathum. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Georgette Bathum

Georgette Bathum

Sep 8, 2021

Georgette Ann Bathum, age 91, of Madison, passed away on September 8, 2021, at home.  She was born on January 7, 1930, in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of the late George J. Senitz and Frances LaBelle.  She met and married Harold William Bathum, a US Marine, on July 17, 1951. Georgette went to nursing school with her best friend...

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