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.
Camille Zysele Dreyfuss
Dec 15, 2024
Camille Zysele Dreyfuss, age 17, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday December 15, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. Arrangements are pending for a Celebration of Camille's life at a later date. A memorial fund will be established in Camille's name. More information about Camille's journey may be found at: Caring Bridge
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Melvin S. Alme
Dec 15, 2024
Stoughton – Melvin S. Alme, age 95, passed away on Sunday December 15, 2024. He was born February 3, 1929, in Edgerton to the late Erick and Amy (Hermanson) Alme. He graduated from Stoughton High School in 1946. Melvin served his Country in the Army during the Korean War. He married Tootsie Erickson on October 28,1961 in Galena, Illinois. He...
Barbara J. Church
Dec 14, 2024
Madison – Barbara Jane Church, age 92, passed away on Saturday December 14, 2024, at Unity Point Meriter Hospital in Madison. She was born November 2, 1932, in Madison to the late Harry Edward Church and Ethel M Goodwin. Barbara is a 1951 graduate of Central High in Madison and was a long-time member of Bashford United Methodist Church where...
Richard K. Nordeng
Dec 14, 2024
Born: August 8, 1945, Janesville, Wisconsin
Died: December 14, 2024, peacefully at his home in Waunakee, Wisconsin
Richard K. Nordeng, a beloved husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather, veteran, and accomplished attorney, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by love.
Rich was born and raised in Janesville, Wisconsin, and graduated from Janesville High School as a National Merit Scholar. There, he played baseball and...
Howard William Mead
Dec 13, 2024
“When we were young, Howard’s mother told him to go outside and play. He obviously took her literally and has spent his long career playing with the outside in Wisconsin.”
—Tom Ragatz, childhood friend.
Howard William Mead passed away peacefully on December 13, 2024 at the age of 92.
A lifelong Wisconsinite, Howard was born in Madison on October 5, 1932 to...
Matthew R. Knishka
Dec 13, 2024
Matthew Richard Knishka died on December 13, 2024. Matt was born on September 28, 1997, in Dayton, Ohio to Scott and Jennifer Knishka. He grew up in Appleton and Waunakee, Wisconsin, graduating in 2016 from Waunakee High School where he was a member of the football and track teams. Matt went on to attend and graduate from UW Milwaukee in...
Gerald Arthur Born
Dec 12, 2024
Gerald (Gerry) Arthur Born, age 82, lost his valiant battle with cancer on December 12, 2024 surrounded by his loving family in his home as was his wish. He was born October 27, 1942 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the son of Arthur and Doris Born.
Following graduation from Concordia High School in 1960, he continued his education at Concordia Sr. College, UWM...
Julie Hellenbrand
Dec 12, 2024
Julie Lynn (Varebrook) Hellenbrand passed away peacefully due to complications from Sjogren’s Syndrome (Autoimmune Disease) and Kidney Disease. She passed at Unity Point Meriter Hospital on Thursday December 12, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.
Julie dedicated her life to serving others. She began her healthcare career as a dialysis technician before joining UW Hospital Carbone Cancer Center as a nursing...
Suzanne M. Zietz
Dec 12, 2024
Suzanne Marie Zietz, 96, of Middleton, Wisconsin, was called home by Jesus in the early morning on December 12th, 2024. Suzanne was born in Chicago, Illinois on June 21, 1928, to Ruby (Kemp) Gall and Fred Gall. She was a single child and loved deeply by her parents.
On New Years Eve in 1943, Suzanne met the love of her life...
David E. Lawson
Dec 12, 2024
David Lawson died peacefully at Agrace with Mary by his side holding his hand on December 12, 2024. His life was a blueprint of love, wisdom, and strength – a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, whose vision as an architect shaped not only buildings but the hearts of those fortunate enough to know him as a leader and mentor, he...
Judith "Judy" H. Saganski
Dec 12, 2024
Judith Haugen Saganski, age 69, passed away in her home surrounded by family on Thursday, December 12, 2024. She was born on May 1, 1955 in Stoughton, WI, the only daughter of the late Olaf T. and Dorothy (Gyland) Haugen.
Judy earned her Bachelor’s degree in Music Education from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1977 and her Master of Arts in...
Virginia B. Andrewjeski
Dec 11, 2024
Virginia B. Andrewjeski, aged 81, died on December 10. Her parents were Victor and Regina. She is survived by Victoria (Orlo) Peetz and three nephews: Steve (Julie), Mike (Lynn) and Dave (Sheley). The funeral service will be held on December 21, 2024. The family wishes to thank Rise Up, Inc. and Agrace Hospice and others that gave her such great...
Lawrence Clarence Gontarek
Dec 10, 2024
Lawrence “Larry” Clarence Gontarek, at 93, loving husband, father, papa and great-grandfather, passed away December 10, 2024, in Madison, Wisconsin. He was born on March 2, 1931, in Milwaukee, the only child of Joseph and Martha (Larkowski) Gontarek. Larry graduated from Pulaski High School in 1949 and attended UW Milwaukee and UW Madison.
He joined the U.S. Air Force during the...
Sue Luther Sliwa
Dec 8, 2024
Sue Luther Sliwa
July 27, 1946 – December 8, 2024
Sue Luther Sliwa passed away on December 8, 2024 at Dove Healthcare in Lodi, Wisconsin. Sue was proceeded in death by her husband Casimir (Casey) Sliwa, and her son Troy Luther. She is survived by her daughter Kym, her stepchildren Michael, Cassie, and James; her grandchildren Taylor, Alex, Elijah, Jenna, Alison, and...
Kathleen "Kitty" A. Rock
Dec 8, 2024
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Worth E. Tiffany
Dec 8, 2024
Worth Elton Tiffany was born on October 29, 1935 and peacefully entered his heavenly home on December 8, 2024 surrounded by family. He was born to Russell and Viola (Updike) Tiffany and enjoyed growing up on the farm where he learned to work hard, value family and be a good neighbor. He was also the master of opening doors for...
William Joseph Backes
Dec 8, 2024
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Madison, WI - William Joseph Backes, age 76, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 8, 2024 at Agrace Hospice Center. He was born in New London, Wisconsin on June 12, 1948, the son of Morgan and Jane Backes.
Bill received his BS in Nuclear Engineering from University of Wisconsin – Madison, and his associate’s degree in respiratory therapy from MATC....
Harley Lee Young
Dec 7, 2024
Harley L. Young, 90, passed away peacefully on December 6th comforted by family and listening to his favorite jazz music.
Harley was born on February 19th 1934 in Harrisburg, Illinois, to Lucy Lee (Meadows) and Harley Ray Young. He received his Bachelor’s degree in Geology from the University of Illinois, Carbondale where he met the love of his life, Patricia (née...
Linda Gest
Dec 7, 2024
Linda Ann Gest, 71, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at home in Waunakee, WI. Linda was born in Madison, WI on June 19, 1953, to Robert and Wanda (Lipczynski) Swanson. Linda graduated from Madison East High School in 1971 and completed her associate’s degree in administration from Madison Area Technical College in the following years.
In 1974, Linda...
Surjit Kaushal
Dec 7, 2024
Surjit Kaushal, age 76, passed away Saturday, December 7, 2024. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 am on Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at the Cress Center, 6021 University Ave., Madison, WI 53705.
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