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.
Jane Barnes
Aug 31, 2020
SUN PRAIRIE- Jane Ann (Frye) Barnes, 62, of Sun Prairie passed away Aug. 31, 2020 after a courageous 2-year battle with breast cancer.
Jane was born on May 17, 1958 in Dodgeville, WI to Rev. Harvey and Anna Frye. Being a “PK”, Jane spent her childhood in various communities in Montana and returned to Wisconsin as a...
Ruth Kirchoff
Aug 30, 2020
Ruth Elaine (Phen) Kirchoff, age 90, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, August 30, 2020. She was born on February 8, 1930, in Beloit, Wisconsin, the daughter of Russell and Elizabeth (Capron) Phen. Ruth met her husband Clifford Kirchoff while working together at Oscar Meyer. They married on October 9, 1948 at Bethel Lutheran Church where they were...
Gary Meyer
Aug 30, 2020
Reuniting with Mom and Dad in heaven, Gary “Butch” Meyer, age 81, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, August 30, 2020. Butch graduated from West High School and the University of Wisconsin. He was united in marriage to Judy (Fitchett) Meyer on October 15, 1960 at Bethel Lutheran Church in Madison.
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Susan Labarro
Aug 30, 2020
Cress Funeral & Cremation Service
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Cheri Krisher
Aug 29, 2020
MARSHALL/SUN PRAIRIE – Cheryl “Cheri” Krisher, age 70, passed away on Saturday, Aug. 29, 2020, at her home surrounded by family. Cheri was diagnosed with Breast Cancer in September 1998 and fought with the spirit and attitude she was known for. After being a 20-year survivor, in January 2019, Cheri was diagnosed with Metastatic Breast Cancer. Once again she...
Cher Steiner
Aug 28, 2020
Written by her husband Arthur Schuna.
Cher Steiner lost her battle with dementia on August 28, 2020. She was born September 18, 1951 to Charles Steiner and Beulah Lorraine Hess Steiner. She lost her mother to a brain tumor at age 8 (2/18/1960). Cher graduated from Poynette High School in 1969 and learned to be a dental...
Judith Froseth
Aug 28, 2020
Judith Ann (Ziegler) Froseth, age 84, passed away after a short illness on Friday, August 28, 2020.
She was born on September 28, 1935 in Portland, Oregon, the daughter of Steven and Helen (Moriarty) Ziegler. Upon the death of her parents, she was adopted by Helena Moriarty and lovingly cared for by Helena and Hazel...
Cheri Werner
Aug 28, 2020
Madison - Cheri Werner passed away peacefully with her mother by her side on Friday, August 28, after a brief but fierce battle with cancer. She was 61. Cheri was born on September 9, 1958 to Virginia (Bladorn) and Joseph Balsamo in Madison, Wisconsin. She began high school at Madison Memorial and completed her high school career in Milwaukee...
Lois Gunderson
Aug 27, 2020
Madison- Lois E. Gunderson, age 83, passed away on Thursday, August 27, 2020, at UW Hospital in Madison. She was born on September 14, 1936, in Richland Center, Wisconsin, the daughter of Rodney and Elinore (Postel) Kennedy. Lois married Elroy Gunderson on August 24, 1957.
She went to St. Raphael Grade School and Edgewood High School. It...
Martin Freck
Aug 27, 2020
Stoughton - Martin “Marty” Freck was born on July 20th, 1944, to Martin and Dorothy Freck. He was their “only.” He grew up in Madison and graduated from West High School. He attended the UW on what became a 10 year plan. After his first year, he decided to sow a few oats. He ventured out west, cowboy-ing on...
Joan Helfrich
Aug 26, 2020
Joan Elizabeth (Kosterman) Helfrich died on Wednesday, August 26, 2020 at the age of 70 from complications of pancreatic cancer. Joan was born on July 20, 1950 in Racine, WI. She graduated from WM. Horlick High School and attended UW-Parkside where she met her husband, Mark. They were married on January 20, 1973 and moved to Madison later that...

Verl Miller
Aug 26, 2020
Madison – Verl I. Miller, age 95, passed away on Wednesday, August 26, 2020, at St. Mary's Care Center in Madison. She was born on March 23, 1925, the daughter of Oliver and Fay (Bonnell) Dailey. Verl is survived by her daughter, Linda Anderson; a brother, Lynn (Carol) Dailey; nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. She was preceded in...
Frederick Zingsheim
Aug 26, 2020
Madison- Frederick G. Zingsheim SMSgt (ret), doting husband and loving father, age 84, passed away on Wednesday, August 26, 2020, at his home in Madison. He was born on January 14, 1936, in Green Bay, Wisconsin, the son of Fred and Mary (Jeszka) Zingsheim.
He is survived by his wife, Joan (Teasdale) Zingsheim; his children, Scott Zingsheim,...
Michael Hetzel
Aug 24, 2020
Michael R. Hetzel, age 81, passed away on August 24, 2020 joining his wife, Millicent Hetzel, in eternal life. He was born on September 23, 1938, the son of Laurence and Elnora (Emer) Hetzel of Plain, Wisconsin. He married Millicent Juneau on June 2, 1962, and she entered into rest on January 24, 1976 after a brave battle with...
Edwin "Starky" Starczewski
Aug 24, 2020
Born on November 7, 1928 in Gary, Indiana, Ed passed away on August 24, 2020, at Agrace Hospice in Madison, Wisconsin. He is survived by his sister Judith (James) Mostello, his children, Leslie, Russ, Paul (Deb), and Mark, his step-children, Jera (Rob) Sturgell and Steven (Lisa) Schade, many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and good friend, Mary Hofstra. He was preceded...
Kelly Clifton Sr.
Aug 24, 2020
Madison - Kelly Hardenbrook Clifton Sr, age 93, died peacefully on Monday, August 24th, 2020, at Capitol Lakes Memory Care in Madison, WI. He was born in Spokane, WA, July 22, 1927 to John and Nora (Toole). He is preceded in death by 5 elder siblings and his wife. He is survived by his sons, Kelly Jr (‘57), William...
Roger Housner
Aug 23, 2020
Following respiratory complications, Roger Housner passed away peacefully at the age of 73, with his three sons (Ryan, Chad and Ross) and significant other (Kay Hansen) by his side at St Mary’s Hospital in Madison.
Born to Arlene and Virgil Housner on February 24, 1947 at Richland Center Hospital, Roger spent the majority of his life in...
Nancy Buckwalter
Aug 23, 2020
Nancy L. Buckwalter, age 68, of Madison, died peacefully on Sunday, August 23, 2020, in the presence of her wife Sue Hughes and their daughter Kati Buckwalter-Hughes. Nancy lived her life to the fullest and will be remembered for her warm smile and her ever-present sense of humor. Nancy will be deeply missed by her wife Sue and their incredible...
Richard "Rick" Treadwell
Aug 22, 2020
Richard “Rick” Charles Treadwell, age 61, of Waunakee passed away Saturday, August 22nd, 2020 from complications of COVID-19 at St. Mary’s Hospital.
Rick was born October 11th, 1958 to Charles and Delores Treadwell. He attended Sun Prairie High School through his junior year and graduated from Homestead Senior High School in 1976. He went on to earn...
Sabrina Frey
Aug 22, 2020
Madison - Sabrina Frey, passed away at 47 years old in the early hours of August 22 after a courageous 7-year battle with ocular melanoma. Sabrina is survived by her four sons, Max (21), Beckett (18), Warner (15), and Harper (13), her former husband and dear friend Mark, her loving father and mother, Terry Hoover and Patricia Porter Taylor,...
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