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.

Lane Webster

Lane Webster

Mar 4, 2020

Lane Thomas Webster, age 72, passed away Wednesday, March 4, 2020 in Waunakee surrounded by his family.

Lane was born on March 22, 1947 in Rhinelander, WI to the late Thomas and Shirley (Burgner) Webster.    He was graduate of Rhinelander Union High School.   After high school, he was offered a scholarship to play baseball.  Lane married the...

Benjamin Kreitling

Benjamin Kreitling

Mar 4, 2020

Stoughton- Benjamin “Ben” Kreitling, age 23, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, March 4, 2020.  He was born in Mesa, Arizona on November 27, 1996, beloved son of Larry and Deirdre Kreitling.  Ben enjoyed biking, skateboarding, snowboarding, extreme sports and fishing.  He loved life, his family and his friends. Ben loved his car and he loved to laugh. He enjoyed...

Karl Peterson

Karl Peterson

Mar 4, 2020

Karl Holmes Peterson passed into heaven on March 4, 2020.  He was born the son of John and Velma Peterson on May 8, 1951 in Maryville, Tennessee.  His education began at Madison Lutheran School, continued at Sherman Middle School and he graduated from Madison East High School in June of 1969.  Karl finished his education with a Bachelor of...

Raymond Carroll

Raymond Carroll

Mar 3, 2020

Carroll, Raymond Leo

Raymond Leo Carroll, age 92, of Madison passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 3, 2020 at Sebring Assisted Living in Madison.

Ray was born in February 1928 in Madison to Raymond and Bonnie Carroll.  He attended Draper Grade School, St Raphael’s Catholic School and Central High School (class of...

Walter Bilsky

Walter Bilsky

Mar 3, 2020

WAUNAKEE- Walter J. Bilsky died at age 87 on Tuesday, March 3, 2020 at Agrace HospiceCare in Fitchburg. He was born in Chicago on Aug 4, 1932 to Walter and Lillian ( Sajnog ) Bilsky. He married Betty Mae Frish on Feb 23, 1952 and they resided in the Chicago area for 20 years and then moved to Madison area....

John Kelley

John Kelley

Mar 3, 2020

We are sad to announce the unexpected death of our beloved dad, son, fiancé, brother and friend, John E. Kelley on March 3, 2020.  He was full of life, love and kindness and was taken too soon.

John was born on July 5, 1963 in Neenah, Wisconsin to John I. Kelley and Joanne E. Kelley.  He was...

Thelma Hannon

Thelma Hannon

Mar 2, 2020

Madison-Thelma Eloise Hannon, age 97, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 2, 2020 in Madison, WI. She is survived by her husband of 76 years, Kenneth (“Ken”) Hannon; her son-in-law, Daniel O’Connell; and her three grandchildren, Patrick O’Connell (Meghan), Lindsay Gant (Michael), and John O’Connell (Christin). She is additionally survived by her brother-in-law, Donald (Joanne) Hannon; her sister-in-law, Joan...

David Erzen

David Erzen

Mar 2, 2020

David (Dave) Lee Erzen, age 73, entered our Lord's forgiving arms on March 2, surrounded by his three loving children. He was born on Nov. 11, 1946, the son of Edward and Elaine Erzen, who preceded him in death. His younger sister, Wendy Hillman, and brother-in-law, Doug, live in Kentucky.

Dave graduated from Sheboygan South High School...

William Adler

William Adler

Mar 2, 2020

WAUNAKEE- William “Bill” Raymond Adler, age 78, of Waunakee passed away on Monday, March 2, 2020.  Bill was born August 9, 1941 in Madison, WI, the son of Herbert and Loretta (Kessenich) Adler. He graduated from Waunakee High School in 1959.  He married the love of his life, Helen K. Markart, on July 13, 1963.  Together they raised two...

John Berkich

John Berkich

Mar 2, 2020

WAUNAKEE-John A. Berkich, 89, of Waunakee, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Monday, March 2, 2020 at Agrace HospiceCare in Fitchburg, WI. He was born in Waukesha on May 14,1930 to Anthony and Anna (Valenick) Berkich. He married his beautiful wife, Rosemary Meinholz, in Lawndale, CA on July 2, 1955. They had 64 wonderful years of...

Michael Peterson

Michael Peterson

Mar 2, 2020

Michael Flemming Peterson, age 75, of Waunakee, Wisconsin passed away March 2, 2020 at Stoughton Hospital in his sleep as a result of Alzheimer’s. He was born July 19, 1944 in Wausau, Wisconsin, the second son of Allard and Marie Peterson. He married Sandra Miller on August 23, 1969. Mike came to know Jesus Christ as his personal Lord...

Lioubov Gelfand

Lioubov Gelfand

Mar 2, 2020

Gelfand, Lioubov

Madison:  Lioubov Gelfand, age 73, passed away Monday, March 2, 2020 at UW Hospital in Madison.  There will be a visitation from 11:00 am until 12:00 pm on Thursday, March 5, 2020 at Cress Funeral Home, 3610 Speedway Rd., Madison, WI  53705.  A funeral service will follow at 12:00 pm.  Burial will take...

Nancy Sallstrom

Nancy Sallstrom

Mar 1, 2020

Madison – Nancy J. Sallstrom, age 83, entered into eternal rest on March 1, 2020, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison.  She was born on January 1, 1937, in Stoughton, Wis., and was united in marriage to Duane (Dewey) Sallstrom on September 13, 1958, at West Koshkonong Lutheran Church, Stoughton, Wis.  She worked for Dane County Personnel for many...

Leona Ehle

Leona Ehle

Mar 1, 2020

STOUGHTON - Leona I Ehle age 97, passed away peacefully on Sunday March 1, 2020. Leona was born on January 13, 1923 in Edgerton Wisconsin to the late Carl and Lena (Nording) Christianson. She married John E. Strandlie jr. and together they had 8 children. He preceded her in death in 1964. She is survived by 3 daughters, Joyce...

Walter Erbach

Walter Erbach

Feb 29, 2020

MADISON- Walter H. Erbach, age 72, of Madison passed away on Saturday, February 29, 2020 at Meriter Hospital. He was born on March 26, 1947 in Sheboygan, Wisconsin to Gilbert and Eunice (Hansen) Erbach. He was married to Jackie Flack on August 30, 1969 in Chilton, Wisconsin.

Walt attended the UW-Madison and received both his bachelor’s degree...

April Feldbruegge

April Feldbruegge

Feb 29, 2020

Waunakee/Sun Prairie/Madison- April E Feldbruegge, age 29, of Madison, passed away on Saturday, February 29, 2020.

April was born on October 30, 1990 in Madison, Wisconsin. April grew up in Waunakee, Wisconsin. April and her sisters were often known as the three A’s. Growing up April played soccer, basketball, ran cross country, and danced.  Through sports April...

Michael Cooley

Michael Cooley

Feb 29, 2020

McFarland- Michael W. Cooley, age 66, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on Saturday, February 29, 2020.  He was born in Madison on June 14, 1953, the son of Bill and Mary Lou Cooley.  Mike graduated from Madison East High School in 1971.  He graduated from MATC in 1973 with an Associate’s degree in Architectural...

Robert Petry

Robert Petry

Feb 29, 2020

SUN PRAIRIE - Robert Petry Jr., 57, of Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, was born September 29, 1962 in Milwaukee Wisconsin, to the union of Robert Petry Sr, and the late Emilie Evans.

Robert is survived by his wife of 33 years, Candance, son Robert III, daughter Winter, father Robert Sr, sisters Michelle Thomas (Cedric Thomas), Jurrena Petry, Sheila...

Donald "Big Don" Toomey

Donald "Big Don" Toomey

Feb 28, 2020

Madison - Donald William Toomey, “Big Don,” was born on October 1, 1959, in Madison to Bill and Shirley (Anderson) Toomey.  He was a lifelong Madisonian and beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend. We sadly lost Don from heart failure in his sleep on February 28, 2020. Don had a quick smile, a lively sense of humor, and laughter...

Gary Friedman

Gary Friedman

Feb 28, 2020

MADISON – Gary H. Friedman, age 74, passed away on Friday, February 28, 2020, at Agrace HospiceCare in Fitchburg.  He was born July 6, 1945, in Davenport, IA, the son of Arthur and Ida (Ander) Friedman.  He married Bonnie Denmark on July 23, 1967, in Chicago, IL.

Gary Friedman is a mensch!  He grew up in Hammond,...

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