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.
Paulette Amborn
Jan 13, 2021
Paulette Amborn (Bruns), age 71, died peacefully, surrounded by her family from myotonic dystrophy. Born in 1949 in Baraboo, she loved her 1950’s childhood living in Lyndon Station and West Salem. She especially enjoyed her frequent visits to Belgium to see her grandparents and relatives and trips to visit cousins in North Dakota.
In 1966 Paulette worked...
Susan Shapiro
Jan 13, 2021
Susan Harris Shapiro, age 70, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 13, 2021, surrounded by family. She lived a life rich with laughter, worldly adventures, and quality time spent with her family and friends.
Susan was born on January 31, 1950, in Racine, Wis., the daughter of John Francis and Mary Ann (Mayme) Harris. Her childhood was...
Yvonne Fangmeyer
Jan 12, 2021
Former Waunakee resident, Yvonne L. Fangmeyer, 70, was granted her angel wings in Las Vegas, NV on Tuesday, January 12th, 2021.
Yvonne was born December 8th, 1950 in Portage WI to Marvin and Lorraine Beutler. She became a child of God when she was baptized and later confirmed her faith in Christ at Immanuel Lutheran Church in...
Kendell "Ken" Adell
Jan 12, 2021
Madison – Ken Adell passed away peacefully on January 12th at Agrace Hospice. Ken was born on November 3, 1953 in Emporia, KS. Ken and his family moved to Madison in 1964. He attended Orchard Ridge, Memorial High School, and the UW-LaCrosse. He graduated with a degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Platteville.
Ken joined...

Gary Anderson
Jan 12, 2021
Cottage Grove – Gary Lee Anderson, age 74, passed away on Tuesday January 12, 2021 at Fort Atkinson Health Care. He was born October 28, 1946 in Madison to the late Raymond and Elma (Swalheim) Anderson. Gary served his Country in the Wisconsin Air National Guard, he enjoyed shooting trap and hunting. He worked for many years as a...
Amber Peterson
Jan 11, 2021
Oregon – Amber L. (Pautsch) Peterson, age 39, passed away on Monday, January 11, 2021, at UW Hospital in Madison following a brave battle with leukemia. She was born on January 8, 1982, in Columbus, Wisconsin to Lynn and Barbara (Wondra) Pautsch. Amber married Shaun Peterson on October 23, 2004, in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin.
Amber was loved...
Thomas Zink
Jan 11, 2021
Madison/Darlington – We lost a unique and very loved soul when Tom Zink died on Monday, January 11, 2021. Tom battled and overcame many health issues over the years. After a courageous rally to say goodbye to all of his family, he passed away surrounded by his loved ones.
Tom was born on November 24, 1938 to...
Jeffery Beean
Jan 10, 2021
Beean, Jeffery K.
Middleton: Jeffery K. Beean, age 43, passed away Sunday, January 10, 2021 at home. He was born November 24, 1977 in Green Bay the son of Norman A. and Judith J. (Sweedy) Beean. Jeff was united in marriage with Elizabeth A. Hennes June 25, 2005 in Middleton.
Jeff attended Herzing college and...
William "Bill" Genin
Jan 10, 2021
MADISON - William A. “Bill” Genin, loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, age 96 passed away into eternal rest to be with his beloved wife, Lucy Mary, on January 10, 2021.
He was born on August 20, 1924, the seventh child of Joseph and Barbara (Ferstl) Genin in the Century House on University Avenue, Madison,...
Jeanne Shutter
Jan 9, 2021
Madison: Jeanne Lenore Shutter (86) passed away on January 9, 2021 and is now reunited with the love of her life and favorite dancing partner Richard (Dick). Born on March 25, 1932, in Sparta, Wisconsin, Jeanne was the daughter of Beatrice and Stanley Hyland. She and Dick grew up in Tomah, Wisconsin and knew each other since the age...
Albert Schaller
Jan 9, 2021
Sun Prairie
Albert L. Schaller, age 93, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Saturday, January 9, 2021. He was born on September 11, 1927 in Portland, WI, son of Albert and Augusta (Riesop) Schaller. He was united in marriage to Mary Lynn Baranowski on August 24, 1996 in Cottage Grove.
He graduated from...
Dennis "Denny" Trinrud
Jan 9, 2021
MADISON—Dennis “Denny” D. Trinrud, age 70, passed away surrounded by his family on Saturday, January 9, 2021 after a long, hard-fought battle with MS.
Denny served in the US Air Force for four years following high school, and he went on to serve with the US National Guard for another 25 years. Because of his long-standing commitment...
Herbert "Joe" Armstrong
Jan 8, 2021
Herbert M. (Joe) Armstrong, Brooklyn/Stoughton, WI, born May 14, 1929 in Pontiac, MI, passed away January 8, 2021, at Agrace, Janesville, after struggling with cancer.
Herb is survived by his wife of 68 years (after only 8 dates! lol), Ruth Ann (Hillmer) Armstrong. He served in the Air Force during the Korean War, stationed in Thule, Greenland...
Joan Weber
Jan 8, 2021
Joan M. Weber, age 89, of Madison, Wisconsin, passed away at St. Mary’s Care Center on January 8, 2021.
She was born on August 4, 1931 in Wausau to the late Walter and Florence Weber. She had two brothers (Donald and Allan) and one sister (Lois Caraway).
Joan grew up in...
Josephine "Josey" Clower
Jan 8, 2021
Fitchburg- Josephine “Josey” Clower, age 54, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 8, 2021. She was born on February 5, 1966, the daughter of John and Jackie SanFilippo. On December 10, 2000 Josey married Dave Clower. She loved to travel, fish, spend time with family and friends, play with her dog Diesel, and spend summers at Blue Jay Resort. ...
Judith Porter
Jan 8, 2021
Judy Porter died on Friday Jan. 8, 2021 after a brave battle with Posterior Cortical Atrophy. She was born on April 24, 1950 in Milwaukee, WI to Willard and Grace (Roberts) Smalley. Judy graduated from UW-Stout in 1972 and lived for many years in Saginaw, MI. She was the Nutrition Program Manager overseeing the Meals on Wheels program for...
Wallace Lemon
Jan 7, 2021
Wallace Lee Lemon, 96, died on January 7, 2021 of COVID 19 complications. He was born in Hudson NY on 5/28/24 to Lincoln and Jane Lemon. He was a child of the depression and had his first job delivering papers at 6 years old. This set the tone for what a hard worker he was the remainder of his life.
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Shirley " Marie" Rollman
Jan 7, 2021
Shirley (“Marie”) Rollman, age 78, passed away on January 7, 2021 under the care of Heartland Hospice. Marie bravely battled Multiple Sclerosis for over 35 years and spent the last several years as a resident of Crossroads Care Center, Sun Prairie, under the compassionate care of its amazing staff.
Marie was born on April 22, 1942 in Baltimore,...
Marian Meier
Jan 7, 2021
Marian J. Meier peacefully departed this life on Thursday, January 7, 2021 at her home in Dane, Wisconsin. Marian, daughter of the late Charles Campbell Funk and Lena (Keller), was born October 12, 1937. She grew up in Lone Rock, Wisconsin.
She was united in marriage to Kenneth J. Meier on March 9, 1985. When Marian and Kenneth...
Joyce Wildt
Jan 7, 2021
McFarland- Joyce A. (Jerdee) Wildt, age 78, passed peacefully at home with her family by her side on Thursday, January 7, 2021 after a long struggle with vascular dementia. She was born on June 15, 1942, the daughter of Edwin and Dora (Sperle) Jerdee. Joyce spent her childhood years growing up on the family farm with her Mom, Dad...
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