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.
Bonnie Jean Riek
Dec 3, 2024
Bonnie Jean (Lentz) Riek, age 62, Madison, Wisconsin passed away December 3, 2024. She had been struggling with health issues for the past several years. She is survived by her husband, Dale. They celebrated 31 years of marriage in July. They were married on July 3, 1993.
Born January 24, 1962 in Eugene, Oregon to Dorothy Jeanne Samuelson and David Franklin...
Jim Towle
Dec 3, 2024
Stoughton- Jim Towle Sr., age 76, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at his home. He was born in Gary, Indiana on June 19, 1948, the son of Everett and Lucille Towle. Jim graduated from Edison High School in Gary, Indiana in 1966. Following his graduation, Jim served as a medic in the US Army, stationed in Germany....
David J. Schiefelbein
Dec 2, 2024
David J. Schiefelbein passed away peacefully on Monday, December 2, 2024 at Azura Memory Care in Stoughton, Wisconsin, lovingly surrounded by family. He was born in Madison, Wisconsin on October 17, 1953 to William and Dorothy (Thessin) Schiefelbein.
David attended McFarland Schools from kindergarten through high school graduation (1971). He was active in Boy Scouts, sports, band and choirs. Singing was...
Armond M. Gower
Dec 2, 2024
Armond M Gower of Madison, WI, passed away on 2 Dec ‘24. He was the son of Arthur and Myrtle Gower of Black River Falls, WI. He put a lot of living in his 92 years. He was an Aircraft Instruments Mechanic and served his country with distinction in the Air Force for 20 years, serving abroad in Korea, Vietnam,...
Barbara Sprenger
Dec 1, 2024
Despite her indomitable spirit and fierce determination, Barb lost her 3½ year battle with a rare and virulent strain of leukemia on Sunday December 1, 2024. Barb passed away, with her husband at her side, at Agrace Hospice Care, at age 69. Barb was born to Dr. Laurence Giles and Audrey Giles in San Francisco, CA on February 7, 1955....
Richard D. Hassler
Nov 30, 2024
In Loving Memory of Richard Dale Hassler
Richard Dale Hassler, known to friends and family as Rich, was a beloved father, grandfather, brother, son, and friend. He sadly passed away on the evening of November 30th after a fall outside his home in Madison, Wisconsin. He was 73 years young. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved...
Stanley L. Wilson, Sr.
Nov 30, 2024
Sun Prairie—Stanley L. Wilson, Sr., age 87, passed away on Saturday, November 30, 2024. Private services were held at Roselawn Memorial Park in Monona. In lieu of flowers or gifts, the family suggests donations to the veterans organization of the donor’s choice.
Cress Funeral Service
5801 Hwy 51, McFarland, WI 53558
608-838-0655
Andrea S. Kelling
Nov 30, 2024
Andrea “Andi” Kelling, age 78, of Middleton, peacefully passed away at home on Saturday, November 30, 2024, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. She was born on December 3, 1945, in Antigo, Wisconsin, the daughter of Wyman and Priscilla (Georgson) Suits.
Andrea attended Madison West High School and went on to obtain a degree in social work from the University...
Mark R. Biel
Nov 29, 2024
Madison - Mark Biel passed away at his home on November 29, 2024 at the age of 68 years old. He is preceded in death by his late wife, Colleen Luhm; his parents, the late John Biel and the late Shirley (nee Cohen, Biel) Krauss; and his sister the late Margery Biel. He will be lovingly remembered by his family,...
Jeanne C. Shiras
Nov 29, 2024
Jeanne Marie Clark Shiras, a passionate activist, devoted matriarch, and lifelong learner, passed away peacefully in her sleep on November 29, 2024, at the age of 96 in Madison, Wisconsin, surrounded by her loving family.
Born in 1928 in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, Jeanne lived a life characterized by curiosity, compassion, and a steadfast commitment to social justice. She graduated from Northwestern University...
Theresa Ann "Terri" Kamp
Nov 29, 2024
Theresa Ann “Terri” Kamp, 73, passed away Friday, November 29, 2024. She was born in Madison on October 16, 1951 to Rod Waldmann and Helen Nagel. She attended Madison Memorial High School and later, MATC. She was united in marriage to Steven Kamp on April 7, 1971 in Hawaii. Together they resided in Middleton for 45 years and were members...
Robert T. Reif
Nov 28, 2024
Robert Theodore Reif, age 91, was welcomed home to the Lord on Thanksgiving Day. He died peacefully at home, surrounded by his family.
Bob was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to Albert E. Reif and Cunera Van Heesch Reif. He lived in various small communities, then returned to Milwaukee at the age of 9 after his father's untimely death. Bob graduated from...
Douglas C. Zwank
Nov 28, 2024
Douglas (Doug) Charles Zwank passed away peacefully on Thanksgiving Day, at the age of 77. The timing feels fitting, as Doug was always someone who gave thanks for the many blessings and good fortunes in his life.
Doug was a Wisconsin man to his core - born there, lived there, died there. He grew up on the west side of Madison...
Vernon Donald Kallsen
Nov 28, 2024
Vernon Donald Kallsen passed away peacefully on November 28, 2024 at the age of 95.
Vern was born in Struble, IA on February 5, 1929 to Otto and Irene (Henrich) Kallsen. He was one of five children. He graduated from LeMars High School in 1946 and married his high school sweetheart Patricia Bohlke on February 9, 1952. Following high school, he...
Mary K. Piper
Nov 28, 2024
Oregon – Mary K. Piper, age 85, passed away peacefully on Thursday November 28, 2024 at Skaalen home. She was born January 9, 1939 in Leadmine, WI to the late Percy and DeEtta (Swift) Carter.
She married Charles Raymond Piper June 15, 1963 in Benton, WI. She worked as an X Ray Tech for more than 25 years.
Mary enjoyed rosemaling, bird...
Jean M. Thuerer
Nov 26, 2024
Jean Margaret Thuerer, age 74, passed away at home in Madison on November 26, 2024. She was born in Rhinelander on June 14, 1950, the daughter of George and Lavon (Becky) Thuerer. She attended McCord Elementary, Rhinelander Junior High, and was a 1968 graduate of Rhinelander High School.
Jean then enrolled at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where she earned her degree...
Philys M. Clark
Nov 26, 2024
MADISON—Philys Marie Clark, age 91, passed away on Tuesday, November 26, 2024. She was born to parents Charles and Laura (Gilgen) Breitzke. She grew up and was very fond of Madison’s east side, and was a graduate of East High School, Class of 1950. She worked part time at Kresges Dime Store on the capitol square after her classes, and...
Gene B. Gay
Nov 24, 2024
Gene Bliss Gay, 95, passed away peacefully on Sunday afternoon, November 24, 2024 following a brief illness at UW Hospital East. She was born on May 22, 1929 in Sigourney, Iowa and spent her life as a passionate scholar, devoted Mother and loving Grandmother.
Gene moved to Madison with her family as a teenager and attended West High School. She subsequently...
Mary L. Sies
Nov 24, 2024
Sun Prairie - Mary L Sies, passed away unexpectedly on November 24, 2024, after a brief illness. Born on April 17, 1965, Mary was the youngest of the six children born to Harold and Eileen Grimm. Aside from being a free spirit, Mary was just a purely happy person. She aways managed a smile and a laugh and was willing...
Dale E. Woodford, Jr.
Nov 24, 2024
Dale Eugene Woodford Jr. was born on February 27, 1946, in Eau Claire WI as eldest son of five to parents Lorraine Elizabeth Anne Woodford (f.k.a. Hatch) and Dale Eugene Woodford Sr. Dale is survived by his siblings Randy, Mary Kay, Nancy and Gary; his children Sam, Justine, and Elizabeth; his grandchildren Zach, Laney, Aiya, and Bilal.
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