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.
Robert Bernards
Nov 26, 2019
WAUNAKEE-Robert (Bob) Louis Bernards, 92, of Waunakee, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, November 26, 2019 in the home he built for his family in 1956. A funeral mass will be held on Monday, December 2, 2019 at 11:00 am at St. John's Catholic Church, 209 South Street, Waunakee, WI. Burial will be in St. John's cemetery immediately following...
Sarah Wilson
Nov 26, 2019
Wilson, Sarah J. Middleton / Madison: Sarah Jane Wilson, age 97, passed away peacefully Tuesday, November 26, 2019 at Attic Angels in Middleton. She is survived by her husband William, and her three children; Barbara, Vicki, and David. Services will be held at a later date. Please share your memories of Sarah by posting tributes. Cress Center 6021...
Lorraine Haas
Nov 26, 2019
Sun Prairie / Lake Mills - Lorraine Carol Haas, age 84 passed away on Tuesday, November 26, 2019. She was born on December 13, 1934 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the daughter of Leonard and Frieda (Heubner) Hegeman. Lorraine enjoyed sewing, gardening, being a Girl Scout leader, a Den Mother and member of the 4-H. Most of all she cherished...
Patricia Summers
Nov 26, 2019
Patricia Summers (Acree) Dickson, 84, loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, passed away surrounded by family on November 26, 2019. She was born on April 19, 1935, in West Virginia, and raised in Hampshire, IL. She is survived by her husband, John Dickson; 6 children, John Dickson, Jennifer (Jack) Glaser, Jeff (Jill) Dickson, Julie (Corey Witzel) Dickson, Jane (Allen)...
Michelle Polidora
Nov 26, 2019
Michelle Polidora (Madge Irene, Sis, Mickie), passed away on Tuesday, November 26 at Oakwood West Hebron Oaks surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Louisa, KY on January 2, 1935, the second of seven children to James and Myrtle (Eades) Johnson. After graduating high school, Michelle attended Grant Hospital School of Nursing in Columbus, OH, where...
Margaret Crawford
Nov 26, 2019
SUN PRAIRIE Margaret "Muggsy" Crawford passed away on Tuesday, November 26, 2019. Born April 29, 1936, hers was a full life of raising a family, working outside the home, volunteering and hobbies. After graduation from Baraboo High School, Muggsy studied for a career in hairdressing at Harper Beauty College in Madison, graduating in 1956. After marrying Bob Crawford...
Mary Frey
Nov 25, 2019
MADISON-Mary Johnson Frey, age 92, died peacefully with her family at her bedside on November 25, 2019. Mary, the only child of Adele and Olaf Johnson, grew up in Oak Park, IL. She attended Vassar College, receiving her bachelor's degree in psychology. Inspired by social reformers, Jane Adams and Harriet Vittum, Mary earned her master's degree in social...
Nancy Smith
Nov 24, 2019
Madison - Nancy Cuccia Smith, age 73, of Madison, passed away peacefully among family and close friends on November 24, 2019 at Agrace hospice. The daughter of Andrew and Mary Cuccia, she was born January 2, 1946 in the village of Piana degli Albanesi, near Palermo, Sicily. She emigrated to the United States at age 3, in February...
Tasha Sanger
Nov 24, 2019
Tasha Marie Sanger, age 36, Of Madison passed away on Sunday Nov.24th 2019. She was born Sept.22 1983 in Madison, WI. The daughter of Todd and Dawn Sanger (Williamson). Tasha was outgoing, the comedian of the family, she stand up for her family and friends. She was "TT" Tasha who tried to take care of everyone. She would...
Peter Watling
Nov 24, 2019
Peter Anthony Watling passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2019, aged 75, at his home in Baraboo, Wisconsin. He was born and raised in London, England. He married Mary Ellen Slowikowski in Chicago, Illinois in 1969 and immigrated to the United States in 1971, settling in St. Charles, Illinois, and later residing in Florida and Wisconsin. He worked...
Judy Olson
Nov 23, 2019
MADISON- Judith "Judy" Plaenert Olson, 79, of Madison, died on Saturday, November 23, 2019 after a long, courageous battle with Parkinsonism. Judy was born on February 23, 1940 in Ludington, MI, the daughter of Lieutenant Colonel Alfred and Ellen (Henschel) Plaenert. Judy attended the Madison Public Schools and graduated from West High School in 1958. She earned a...
Brooklyn Kahl
Nov 23, 2019
SUN PRAIRIE Brooklyn Marie Kahl, age 1 of Sun Prairie passed away November 23, 2019. She was born November 15, 2018 in Madison, the daughter of Jeremy Kahl and Katie Michels. Brooklyn had a sweet and determined personality. She enjoyed many things such as dancing to music, blowing raspberries, walking, hiding underneath laundry baskets and playing peek-a-boo. She...
Erwin Brooks
Nov 23, 2019
Ernie's earthly being left us peacefully on Nov. 23, 2019, after suffering with Alzheimer's the past five years. He was born May 24, 1936 in Canton, Ohio, to Wilson and Wanda Brooks. Following graduation from Timken High, Ernie proudly enlisted in the US Marines and served his country until 1957. He continued his education and graduated from Kent...
Steven Paschkewitz
Nov 21, 2019
Madison - Steven G. Paschkewitz passed away unexpectedly at home on November 21, 2019. He was born on January 27, 1955 in Stoughton, the son of Otto J. Paschkewitz and Daphne I. Paschkewitz (nee Krause). His parents pre-deceased him, and he is survived by his older brother John J. Paschkewitz of Arnold, Missouri. Steve is a 1973 graduate...
Tom Brunner
Nov 19, 2019
Verona - Tom Brunner, age 48, of Verona, passed away on November 19, 2019. He was born on April 5, 1971, in Madison, Wis. Tom graduated from Memorial High School in 1989 and graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Business with a degree in Marketing. He thoroughly enjoyed playing football and hockey and was good at...
Suzanne Clark
Nov 18, 2019
Suzanne (Sue, Suzie) Baker Clark passed away at Agrace Hospice in Madison on November 18, 2019 with her daughter, son, sister and brother-in-law at her side. Sue was born on July 12, 1930 in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin to Hazel Wood and Vilas William Baker. She attended Lawrence University and the University of Wisconsin-Madison, graduating in 1953 with a...
Donna Tupac
Nov 18, 2019
Donna Jean Tupac, age 62, lived a full life until passing away peacefully on Monday, November 18, 2019 at Agrace Hospice in Madison, WI. She was born on January 24, 1957 in Moline, IL, to Donald and Joyce (Twitty) Bender. Donna attended Kennedy High School and Kirkwood Community College in Cedar Rapids, IA. She was employed for over...
Elaine Caves
Nov 16, 2019
Deerfield - Elaine M. Caves, age 90, passed away peacefully of natural causes on Saturday, November 16, 2019 in Indianapolis, IN. She was born in Deerfield on June 29, 1929 the daughter of David and Lydia Hatleback. Elaine graduated from Madison General Hospital-School of Nursing. She worked as a Registered Nurse until her retirement. On September 27, 1950...
Karen Baumann
Nov 16, 2019
MARSHALL--Karen L. Baumann, age 77, passed away on Saturday, November 16, 2019. She was born on March 30, 1942 in Hamburg, WI to Helmuth and Erna (Hass) Haehlke. Karen is survived by her sister Janean (Roger) Hass; nieces Laurie (Garth) Yeazel and Kimberly (Ryan) Schmid; and nephew Darrell Hass; and many other relatives and dear friends. She is...
Edward Neese
Nov 14, 2019
McFarland- Edward A. Neese, age 95, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, November 14, 2019. He was born in Sheboygan on December 4, 1923 the son of Arthur and Alice Neese. During WWII Edward served in the Army Air Corps and was stationed in England. He served his country with valor and dignity and was awarded the...
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