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.
Frances "Fran" Leinweber
Jul 9, 2025
Frances “Fran” Leinweber died July 9, 2025 in Madison, where she was being cared for by family. Fran was born on August 13, 1932 in Oshkosh, WI. She was the first of five children of Harold and Mary Lord. On November 12, 1952 she married Ronald Leinweber with whom she had a son, Bruce, and a daughter, Wendy.
Fran was preceded...
Jonathan "Jon" Ambrose MacDonald
Jul 8, 2025
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Jonathan (Jon) Ambrose MacDonald, age 52, devoted father, son, brother, and beloved friend, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, in Carlsbad, CA.
Born on October 27, 1972, in Boston, Massachusetts, to Michael John and Kathryn Mary (McFadden) MacDonald, Jon was raised in Madison, Wisconsin where he cherished his Midwest upbringing spending his winters playing ice hockey and downhill...
Joseph G. Kalscheur Jr.
Jul 8, 2025
Joseph G. Kalscheur Jr., age 93, passed away peacefully on July 8, 2025. Joe was born on August 16, 1931, to Joseph Sr. and Johanna Kalscheur in Ashton, WI where he lived his entire life. He graduated in 1949 from Middleton High School. On September 6, 1955, he married the love of his life, Loretta Laufenberg. Together they continued farming...
Curtis George Meffert
Jul 7, 2025
Curtis George Meffert 86 of Waunakee, Wisconsin died peacefully surrounded by family on Monday, July 7, 2025. Curt was born in 1938, delivered by the country doctor, which was common in those days, to John and Lorraine (Garfoot) Meffert in their farmhouse in the town of Ashton, Wisconsin on Hwy 12. One of his chores as a young farm boy...
LaMar Hoskin
Jul 7, 2025
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Dave Rorge
Jul 7, 2025
David Joel “Dave” Rorge, age 73, passed away at his home on July 7, 2025.
Born on July 12, 1951, in Stoughton, Wisconsin, Dave was the son of Russell and Marian (Reinstad) Rorge. He grew up in the Stoughton area and attended South Elementary School, where he played little league baseball and met his lifelong friend, Greg “Gruntler” Swingen. He went...
Gordon Faust
Jul 7, 2025
Gordon Robert Faust, age 92, passed away on July 7, 2025 at Homestead Memory Care Facility, Waunakee, WI. He was the only child born to Robert and Katherine Faust, at St. Mary’s Hospital, Madison, WI on November 9, 1932. Sadly, his mother passed away when he was only 2 years old, so he was raised by his maternal grandmother, Katherine...
Edmund M. Karls
Jul 5, 2025
Edmund M. Karls, age 101, of Waunakee, WI, passed away on July 5, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, hard work, and deep faith that will be cherished by all who knew him.
Edmund was born on February 14, 1924, to George and Elizabeth (Hellenbrand) Karls and grew up on a large farm in Waunakee. He learned responsibility early, helping...
Douglas L. "Doug" Anderson
Jul 5, 2025
Waunakee: Douglas L. Anderson, age 82, passed away on July 5, 2025. Doug was born on Sept. 2, 1943 to Arthur and Mildred Anderson.
He graduated from Deforest High School. After graduation, he enlisted in the US Navy. He was stationed on the USS Mars during the Vietnam War. Doug was a lifetime member of the Waunakee VFW. He also was...
Linda J Stauffacher
Jul 5, 2025
Linda Jane Stauffacher, 84, of Sun Prairie, died on Saturday, July 5, 2025 under hospice care, after a long, brave struggle with dementia. She was born on March 24, 1941 in Madison, Wisconsin to Clarence and Iris Grundahl. Linda graduated from Monroe High School and earned her Bachelor’s degree in music from St. Olaf College in Northfield, MN. She married...
Brent Arthur Wallace
Jul 3, 2025
Brent Arthur Wallace, age 67, passed away July 3, 2025, surrounded by his family at University of Wisconsin Hospital in Madison, WI after undergoing cancer treatment for six years. He was born October 29, 1957, to Fay and Gabriele (Leddermann) Wallace in Wyandotte, MI. Growing up, Brent was busy delivering newspapers before school and wrestling. He graduated from Trenton High...
Marie Leona Weber
Jul 3, 2025
Marie was born to her parents, Edward and Mary (Gebel) Weber, on May 17, 1932, in Elma, Iowa. After her father’s death in 1939, the family moved to New Hampton, Iowa. Marie attended St. Mary’s Elementary School and New Hampton High School, graduating in 1950. She subsequently enrolled at Iowa State Teachers College (currently the University of Northern Iowa). After...
Harriet E. Pritchard
Jul 2, 2025
Harriet Pritchard of Monona, Wisconsin, died on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at Agrace.
She was born on January 20, 1930, to Eugene and Mabel Holzschuh in Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin.
She began her working career as a switchboard operator and held positions as clerical and bookkeeping support for various business. While working for Nagle-Hart, she met William “Bill” Pritchard. They were married on...
Jerry Eugene Knight
Jul 2, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jerry Eugene Knight, 87, who left us peacefully on July 2, 2025 surrounded by his family.
Jerry was born in Kansas City, Missouri on September 9, 1937. In his youth, he was active in the Boy Scouts and achieved the rank of Eagle Scout. He was a graduate of East...
David Fortney
Jul 1, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of David Roger Fortney, a beloved father, husband, brother, son, cherished friend, and steadfast soul, on July 1, 2025. He was 63 years old.
Born on June 18, 1962 in Madison, Wisconsin, David lived a life full of purpose, leaving an indelible mark on everyone fortunate enough to know him.
His love for Hawaii, with...
William "Bill" Vincent Johnson
Jul 1, 2025
William “Bill” Vincent Johnson passed away peacefully in his sleep on July 1, 2025, after a brief respiratory illness at the age of 63.
Born on April 23, 1962 in Madison to William and Nancy Johnson, Bill lived a full and vibrant life marked by passion, generosity, and a tireless work ethic. He was a devoted father, a trusted professional, and...
Lorraine Tix
Jul 1, 2025
Lorraine Tix (Grandma L), 99, of Sun Prairie, Wisconsin (formerly of Champlin, Minnesota), passed away peacefully on July 1, 2025.
Lorraine was born in May 1926 in Dilworth, Minnesota, to Louis and Antoinette Boit. She was the youngest of eleven children—seven of whom grew into adulthood—and lovingly known as “the baby” of the family. She was also the only sibling born...
Renee A. Ramsdell
Jul 1, 2025
Renee A. Ramsdell, 80, of Madison, died July 1, 2025 at Hattie's Glen Memory Care of natural causes as a result of her 17 year battle with Parkinson's Disease.
Renee was born Renee Arlys Waller to Winfred W. "Windy" Waller and Irene A. Waller nee Nelson on January 9, 1945 in Whitehall, WI. Renee's dad had been drafted into the Army...
Terry Taylor
Jun 30, 2025
Theresa L. “Terry” Taylor, 73, of Madison passed away peacefully on Monday, June 30, 2025 surrounded by her family and friends at home losing her fight against kidney cancer.
Terry was born on November 11, 1951 in Valparaiso, Indiana to George and Dorothy (Krivanek) Dolezal. Her family moved to Wisconsin during the start her high school years. She graduated from Hillsboro...
Matthew W. Hay
Jun 30, 2025
Matthew William Hay, 54, of Madison, died on Monday, June 30, 2025, at Saint Mary’s Hospital (Madison) with his mother at his side.
He was born on March 28, 1971, in West Lafayette, IN, to Ronald Loren Hay (Mosinee WI) and Julia Wadlington Hay (Madison).
Matthew graduated from Malcolm Shabazz City High School in 1989 and later attended Madison Area Technical College,...
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