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.
Frederick K. Hiestand
Mar 3, 2025
Frederick K. Hiestand, long time resident of Madison, Wisconsin, died on March 3, 2025, after a brief illness. A passionate devotee of political and natural history, fine dining, and conversation, Fred was loved his entire life by his surviving sons, daughters-in-law, nephews, and a grandchild.
Fred Hiestand was born on December 21, 1938, in Reading, Pennsylvania. He was the son of...
Carl H. Paddison
2025
Carl H. Paddison died on March 3, 2025. He was 79.
A long time sports enthusiast, he was an avid cross-country skier, bicyclist, and volleyball player. He loved both individual and team competitions; this included on line bridge and pool in later years.
Carl found joy in visiting his family crop farm on a yearly basis. It is situated in the small...
Barbara Ann Schwieso
Mar 3, 2025
Barbara Ann Schwieso, a devoted and beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Monday, March 3, 2025. She was born in Marshfield on October 26, 1945 to the late Anthony and Dorothy (Koch) Hakl. She was one of seven siblings.
She had fond memories of growing up in Marshfield and enjoyed swimming and waterskiing while...
Susan Marie Taylor
Mar 2, 2025
Susan Marie Taylor, née Carrion, of Waunakee, WI died on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at the age of 68 in Madison, WI. She was born on October 22, 1956 in Chicago, IL, to Regina "Virginia" Emilia Carrion and Raymond William Carrion.
Susan graduated from West Leyden High School in 1974 with a passion and talent for writing. After a successful career,...
Tatum Judson Schlough
Feb 28, 2025
Tatum Judson Schlough, age 25, tragically passed away on February 28, 2025 in Lodi, WI. He was born on March 18, 1999, in Madison WI. He was a bright light to those who knew him, with an infectious smile and the biggest bear hugs. A creator of music and lover of his grandma's pancakes.
Tatum is survived by his son (Gianni),...
Tom Westaway
Feb 28, 2025
Tom Westaway passed away peacefully on Friday, February 28, at the age of 71, at UWHC in Madison, with his loving wife at his side. He was born on August 26, 1953, in Chicago, the son of Fred and Erna (DeGroodt) Westaway. He married Paula Pokrandt on September 8, 1984, in Madison, WI.
Tom attended Peterson Elementary and von Steuben High...
Kathleen Belle Karlen
Feb 28, 2025
Madison- Kathleen Belle Karlen, age 86, passed away on Friday, February 28, 2025 at the New Glarus Home, surrounded by her family. She was born in New Glarus on April 2, 1938, the daughter of Ervin and Palma Fjelstad.
From the age of 5 Kathleen was fascinated with playing piano. She played piano and taught in many different areas including Sunday...
Michael Joseph Tyler
Feb 28, 2025
South Beloit- Michael J. Tyler “Mailman Mike,” age 67, left this earth with the sunset on Friday, February 28, 2025, surrounded by his family and all four of his children, following a courageous battle with cancer. He was born in Monroe on April 6, 1957, the son of Lawrence Jr. and Barbara Tyler.
Mike graduated from Beloit Catholic High School in...
Laurie Taylor
2025
Dr. Laurie Taylor (63), the beloved spouse of Dr. Julia Haseleu passed away on February 28, 2025 after a short, brutal, and courageous fight with cancer. She was born in Port Clinton, Ohio to Patricia (Pond) Taylor and Jack Taylor. Laurie was a devoted and loving partner, cherished friend, fishing champion, and a kind and gentle soul.
Laurie had a long...
LeRoy E. Mellum
Feb 27, 2025
LeRoy E. Mellum, age 87, of Waunakee, WI passed away peacefully on February 27, 2025. He was at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison, WI and was battling complications of Leukemia and pneumonia.
Born on February 16, 1938 to Milo and Wilma (Anderson) Mellum, in Dodgeville, WI. He grew up on the family farm in Highland, WI and graduated from Cobb High...
Lois J. Jones
Feb 26, 2025
Bethany United Methodist Church who is live-streaming the service. Please call the church for streaming information at 608-238-6381.
Madison/Verona - Lois was born in Reading, KS to Helen Volz and James Steen Jr. James married twice more to Ettie Volz and Mildred Cole. She finished high school in Osage City and took a few secretarial prep courses at Emporia College, working...
Mark Henry Kalscheur
Feb 26, 2025
Mark Henry Kalscheur left us peacefully on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at the age of 86.
Mark was born on April 24,1938 in Madison, Wisconsin. He was the oldest of four children born to Cyril “Jim” and Catherine (Endres) Kalscheur. He was raised in the closeknit community of Martinsville, Wisconsin. Though Mark would leave Martinsville for work and to raise his...
William Francis Nelson
Feb 26, 2025
Madison- William “Bill” Francis Nelson, 89, of Madison, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2025.
Bill was born on July 6, 1935, in Kansas City, Missouri. As a child, he lived in Mississippi, New York, New Jersey, Illinois, and Missouri. He graduated from high school in Ferguson, Missouri, in 1953 and went on to attend Central Methodist College, where he...
Sandra Banks
Feb 25, 2025
Sandra Baker -Banks was born on December 20th, 1956, to parents Rosemary Troia-Baker and Mitchell Baker in Plattsburg, New York. She was raised in Madison, Wisconsin with her brothers Butch, Joey, Robert and her sister Judy along with nieces Santina and Michelle and nephews Tony, Mitchell and Nico and Uncle Mel Troia. She also had lifelong friends Miranda Jordan, Jill...
Susan Jean Sarac Reyes
Feb 25, 2025
Susan Jean Sarac Reyes, age 65, a devoted Mother and Grandmother passed away in her home February 25, 2025, in Mesquite, Texas after her 2nd battle with throat cancer. She was born in Madison, WI on March 5, 1959 to Joseph Sarac, Jr. and Joan Mae (Kroetz) Sarac. She is survived by her children Sean Rangel, Anthony Rangel, Timothy Rangel,...
Michael S. Alder
Feb 25, 2025
Michael Scott Alder, aged 61, of Monona, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully in the early hours of February 25th at University of Wisconsin Hospital.
Mike faced significant challenges due to Cerebral Palsy, which required extensive care throughout his life. Despite these challenges, he found joy in the simple pleasures of life. While living with his parents near Lodi, he found joy in...
Richard B. "Dick" Corey
Feb 24, 2025
Richard B. (Dick) Corey passed away on February 24, 2025 at the remarkable age of 97.
Dick was born on December 25, 1927, in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin, to Silas and Ruth Corey and was the youngest of five children. He is survived by his nieces and nephews, Donald Kieffer, William Kieffer, Thomas Kieffer, Robert Corey, Daniel Corey, Patsy Gregory and Suzanne...
Katherine Sue "Kathy" Millar
Feb 24, 2025
Madison-Katherine Sue “Kathy” Millar of Madison, WI, age 73, passed away on February 24, 2025, in the company of loved ones. She was born on September 24, 1951, in Lancaster, WI to Clarence and Lois Cammack (Baker). She married Stephen Millar on September 16, 1978.
Kathy grew up in Platteville, WI and surrounding areas, and moved to Madison where she worked...
Donald "Donnie" Dunn
Feb 23, 2025
Donald “Donnie” L. Dunn, age 72, of Deerfield, passed away on Sunday, February 23, 2025 at his home in Deerfield. He was born in Madison on September 12, 1953, to Donald and Janice (Brandenstein) Dunn. Donnie married the love of his life, Debbie Lou (Siroin) in 1986 in Lac du Flambeau, WI. Donnie took pride in working hard to provide...
Rupinder K. Sandhu
Feb 23, 2025
Rupinder K. Sandhu, age 80, passed away on February 23, 2025 at her home. She was a beloved daughter (Sardar Sucha Singh Sarpanch and Dalbir Kaur) and sister of four brothers. She is survived by her two brothers Sardar Kulwant Singh and Sardar Kuljit Singh, her two children, Gurmeet and Golden, son-in-law Andrew and grandchildren Simrin, Isaiah and Thomas.
Their zeal...
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