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.
Dorothy Little
Jan 25, 2019
DOROTHY VISSCHER LITTLE at the age of 96, died of natural causes on Friday January 25th, 2019 at Capital Lakes Health Facility in Madison, Wisconsin. Dorothy was born on October 23, 1922 in Detroit, Michigan, the daughter of Wallace and Marguerite Visscher. She attended college at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor and the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis, Minnesota,...
James Davis, Sr
Jan 25, 2019
James Charles Davis Sr, age 74, of Madison, WI, passed away with family by his side on January 25th, 2019 at UW Hospital, Madison, WI. Jim was born on March 7, 1944 in Portage, WI, the son of Charles and Jeannette (Hewitt) Davis. Jim attended schools in the Portage area, graduating from Portage High School with the class...
Sandra Mcgettigan
Jan 24, 2019
Madison - Sandra Alida McGettigan, age 39, passed away unexpectedly from an accidental drug overdose at home on Thursday, January 24, 2019. She was born on November 8, 1979 to Dace Zeps and Shawn McGettigan in Beloit and grew up in Madison. Even though Sandra's life began and ended with struggle, she was always ready to help someone...
John Kokkonen
Jan 23, 2019
Stoughton- John P. Kokkonen, age 65, passed away on Wednesday, January 23, 2019 at Skaalen Nursing and Rehabilitation. He was born in Superior on September 17, 1953, the second oldest of seven children to Albert and Norma Kokkonen. John graduated from Northwestern H.S. in Maple, WI in 1972. He attended UW-Superior and received a Bachelor of Science degree....
Howard Thompson
Jan 23, 2019
Madison - Howard E. Thompson, 84, passed away on January 23rd, 2019. He was born the second son to Leonard and Hulda Thompson in West Allis, Wisconsin on July 30th, 1934. Howard graduated from Nathan Hale High School in 1952, attended Carroll College in Waukesha, Wisconsin for one year and then transferred to the University of Wisconsin-Madison where...
Mary Niemuth
Jan 23, 2019
MIDDLETON- Mary Claire Niemuth, age 80, of Middleton, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 23, 2019. Mary was born on February 4, 1938 in Chicago Illinois, to Donald and Berdetta Hurtgen. Mary grew up in Middleton, WI and graduated from Middleton High School in 1956. From an early age, Mary was brave, determined, and kind. At the age...
Carol Smith
Jan 23, 2019
Carol Smith returned to the loving arms of her Heavenly Father and her beloved husband Kevin, on January 23, 2019. Born in Chicago on March 5, 1943, she was welcomed by her parents, Irving A. Bendel and Virginia Bendel (nèe Corbett). Carol lived on the north side of Chicago near Wrigleyville until she moved to Skokie as a...
Thomas Hamilton
Jan 23, 2019
Madison Thomas "Tom" "Hambone" Hamilton, age 66, died suddenly on Wednesday, January 23, 2019. He was born at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison on December 21, 1952, son to Robert James and Rae Marie (Rockey) Hamilton. Tom was united in marriage to Lori Wiersma on August 18, 2007, in Madison. They were together for 16 years. Tom graduated...
William Burkhardt
Jan 22, 2019
William Ernst Burkhardt passed away on Jan 22, 2019 at the age of 91 at Capital Lakes Retirement Community in Madison. Bill was born on May 17, 1927 in Kiel, Wisconsin, the son of Edgar and Emma (Klessig) Burkhardt. His family and his Christian faith were the most important things in his life. He shared his strong work...
Sue Stegmann
Jan 21, 2019
Randolph - Sue (Holzhueter) Stegmann, age 70, passed away on Monday, January 21, 2019. She was born in Chicago, IL and raised in Waterloo, WI. Sue has been happily married to Fred Stegmann for 50 years. They had four children: Brian Stegmann, Mark Stegmann, Michelle (Ryan) Weisensel, and Stephanie (Troy) Meister. Sue also has four grandchildren who light...
Karen Nass
Jan 20, 2019
Madison: Karen Mary Nass, age 77, passed away peacefully on January 20, 2019 at her home, surrounded by her husband and children. Karen was born on June 29, 1941 in Wausau, Wisconsin, daughter of the late John and Vera White. She married Lowell E. Nass on June 24, 1967 at St. Mary's Church in Wausau. Karen graduated from...
Richard Statz
Jan 20, 2019
MIDDLETON/ MADISON-Richard "Dick" Statz, age 60, passed away on Sunday, Jan. 20, 2019, at his home in Verona surrounded by his family. He was born on April 23, 1958, to Robert and Henrietta (Statz) Statz in Madison, WI. He graduated from Lodi High School in 1976, and went on to attend UW- Eau Claire and then graduated from...
Donald Koch
Jan 19, 2019
Donald E. Koch died Saturday, January 19, 2019 at age 91. Donald was born in Stanton, NE on November 29, 1927. His parents Emil E. and Elsie (Richtofen) Koch moved the family to Lake Mills in 1934. Don graduated from Madison East, and the Progressive School of Photography, New Haven, CT. He proudly served his country in the...
Marlys Rittman
Jan 19, 2019
Marlys Rittman, age 87, passed away on Saturday, January 19, 2019. A memorial service will be at 1 pm on Saturday, May 4 at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 7291 County Rd PD, Verona. Private burial will be held at Sunset Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Good Shepherd Lutheran Church or the Dane...
Henry Bush, Jr.
Jan 19, 2019
MADISON -Henry Huson Bush, Jr. passed away peacefully in his sleep on January 19, 2019. He was born May 14, 1924 in Madison, WI to Henry Huson Bush and Marjory Donaldson Bush. Henry "Hank" attended Wisconsin High School, winning 5 medals at state track meets and was chosen most valuable player for the football team in 1941. He...
James Teal
Jan 18, 2019
MADISON- James "Jim" Teal, age 72, passed away on Friday, January 18, 2019. He was born on August 27, 1946 in Hesperia, Michigan to Glenn and Edna (McIntire) Teal. He proudly served our country in the United States Air Force. He retired after working for many years as a computer programmer for the State of Wisconsin. Jim loved...
Joshua Plantz
Jan 16, 2019
Joshua Zelmanowitz Plantz passed away on January 16, 2018. A full obituary and service details will be posted at a later date.
Joan Arneson
Jan 16, 2019
Madison/Bonita Springs, FL. - Joan Ellis Arneson, age 90, passed away peacefully on January 16, 2019, at Joanne's House at Hope Hospice in Bonita Springs, Florida. Joan "Petie" was born on May 20, 1928, to Charles and Agnes Ellis of Bryan, Ohio. In 1937 they moved to Madison, Wisconsin. Petie graduated from Madison West High School and the...
Edith Coulthard-Templeton
Jan 16, 2019
Edith Louise (Cummins) Coulthard - Templeton, age 70, of Slinger, passed away on January 16, 2019 at her home. She was born on January 21, 1948 in Oklahoma, the daughter of Eldon Cummins and Barbara Switzer. She married Bruce Templeton on September 23, 2014 in Middleton, Wisconsin. Edith enjoyed working as a candy striper in her younger years....
Jannette Osborn
Jan 15, 2019
Jannette Lindauer Osborn, age 91, passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 15, 2019. She was born on June 4, 1927, the daughter of Alfred and Thelma (Paulson) Lindauer. She grew up on North Hamilton St. in Madison, Wisconsin. She attended Lincoln Elementary School and went on to graduate from Central High School in 1945. While attending...
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