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.
Eugene Freye
Jul 25, 2018
MADISON- Eugene Ralph Freye passed on to his eternal rest on Wednesday, July 25, 2018. Gene was born on June 14, 1933 in Madison to Ralph and Irene Freye. Gene graduated from Madison East High School in 1951 and was drafted into the U.S. Army in April, 1953. He did his basic training for 12 weeks at the...
Keith Steffen
Jul 25, 2018
Monona- Keith "Bo" Steffen age 61, of Monona WI passed away unexpectedly, after a brief illness, at home on July 25, 2018. He was born in a small farming town Luxemburg IA. His father once said "no fence could keep him in." Keith definitely was a free spirit. He had an eye for details after working as a...
Harry Woll
Jul 25, 2018
Madison, Wisconsin / Concord, Massachusetts--Harry J. Woll, age 97, passed peacefully with family at his side on Wednesday, July 25, 2018, at Agrace Hospice in Madison. He was born on August 25, 1920 to Henry and Clara Woll in Farmington, Minnesota. Harry's father was a school superintendent and the family moved several times however Harry always considered Ashley,...
Robert Christensen
Jul 24, 2018
Madison - Robert A. "Bob" Christensen, age 74, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 24, 2018 at his home. He was born on November 5, 1943 to Anker and Helen (Swanson) Christensen in Harlingen, Texas. Bob grew up in Racine. He attended the University of Wisconsin - Madison beginning in 1962, and finished at the UW Law School....
Forrest Harms
Jul 23, 2018
Forrest F. Harms, age 89 was welcomed into eternal life on July 23, 2018. Born in Loganville, WI on October 22, 1928. A man who built his legacy with a strong faith in God, great relationships with family and friends, professional success and enjoying life along the way. Although Forrest was destined to continue supporting the family farm,...
Elaine Maloney
Jul 22, 2018
WAUNAKEE-After a long illness, Elaine L. Maloney, age 88, was welcomed into God's loving arms on July 22, 2018. Born on June 9, 1930, Elaine was the first child born to Roy and Ellen (Sellgren) Anderson in Dodgeville. Upon growing up and completing high school in Hollandale, Elaine soon met Joseph (Joe) Whitford and they married on July...
Nancy Knutson
Jul 22, 2018
Nancy Marie Knutson (nee St. John), age 73, passed away on July 22, 2018 at Hyland Crossings in Sun Prairie. Nancy was born on August 6, 1944 in Baraboo to Bernard (Hank) and Mary (nee Peck) St. John. Nancy is survived by her sister Donna (Bill) Kudlas of Oshkosh, brother Michael (Patty) St. John of Baraboo, step-daughter Kristina...
Mary Nack
Jul 22, 2018
Madison - Mary Nack passed away on Sunday, July 22, 2018, at the age of 90. Mary was born to Gordon Dewey Parrish and Augusta Alicia Mayo Parrish of Sheboygan Falls, WI on November 20, 1927. Mary was raised in Sheboygan Falls, WI and graduated from Sheboygan Falls High School. She attended the University of Wisconsin at Madison...
Eleanor Huotari
Jul 22, 2018
Waunakee - Eleanor Marie (Huotari) Crapp- born September 21, 1930 from Waunakee, Wisconsin- felt Heaven's welcoming embrace on July 22, 2018. Throughout her 87 years of life, Eleanor experienced a rich sense of adventure and meaningful relationships. She loved riding horses and collecting beautiful antiques. Even more deeply, Eleanor loved her family. Undoubtedly, Eleanor is joyfully reuniting with...
Michael O'Keeffe
Jul 22, 2018
Madison - Michael A. O'Keeffe, 80, of Madison, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2018 at his home in Madison. Michael was born on January 9, 1938 in Boston, Massachusetts to Bernard O'Keeffe and Grace O'Keeffe. He married Emlen Jones and was happily married to her for more than fifty years. Michael grew up in Newton, Massachusetts and...
Elva Vergeront
Jul 22, 2018
Madison - Elva Muriel Vruwink Vergeront passed away Sunday, July 22, 2018 at age 100. She was born to Mary and Albert Vruwink September 2, 1917, on a farm outside of Hammond, Wisconsin. Elva lived on the farm until she was in the 4th grade, when she moved to the Town of Hammond with her parents and six...
Phurbu Sangha
Jul 21, 2018
Madison: Phurbu Lhamo Sangha, age 62, passed away Saturday, July 21, 2018. She was born August 6, 1955 in Tibet. A prayer service will be held at 3:30 am on Wednesday, July 25, 2018 at Cress Funeral Home, 6021 University Ave., Madison, WI 53705. Please share a memory. Cress Center 6021 University Avenue Madison, WI 53705 (608) 238-8406...
Marge Herman
Jul 21, 2018
Marshall Marjorie "Marge" A. Herman, age 87, passed away peacefully at home, in the house she loved, on Saturday, July 21, 2018. She was born in Waukesha, WI, on August 11, 1930, daughter to Fay and Emma (Hahn) Plank. Marjorie was united in marriage to James "Jim" G. Herman on August 2, 1952, in Elm Grove, WI. They...
Thelma Skaar
Jul 21, 2018
STOUGHTON - Thelma Lucille "Toots" Skaar, age 89, passed away peacefully on Sat. July 21, 2018 at Sunset Ridge home in Jefferson. Toots was born June 8, 1929 in Stoughton to the late Bennie and Josephine (Showers) Thompson. She graduated from Stoughton High School in 1947. Thelma married Robert Skaar on Aug 28, 1948. She lived in rural...
Don Geasland
Jul 20, 2018
Madison- Don E. Geasland, age 71, died on Friday, July 20, 2018 at his home. He was born in Bagley on November 9, 1946 to Edward and Josephine (Blum) Geasland. On July 13, 1974 Don married Lavon Berndt in Lancaster. They recently celebrated their 44th anniversary with family on Saturday, July 14th which Don greatly enjoyed. Don worked...
Mary Schneiter
Jul 20, 2018
Mary Lou Schneiter of Sun Prairie, WI, entered the gates of Heaven peacefully on her 90th birthday, July 20, 2018 in her home with family members present. Earlier in the day the Mayor presented her with an official proclamation recognizing July 20th as Mary Lou Schneiter Day for the City of Sun Prairie. Mary Lou was born in...
Dorothy Knispel
Jul 18, 2018
STOUGHTON - Dorothy Jean Knispel (nee Holland), age 82, passed away peacefully at home on Wed., July 18, 2018. She was born June 22, 1936, in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, to the late John and Mary Holland. Dorothy married Ronald Knispel in July of 1967, in Dubuque, IA. She graduated from Queen's University in Canada with her teaching certificate,...
Natalie Sewell
Jul 17, 2018
Natalie Sewell, age 79 of Madison, Wisconsin passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on Tuesday, July 17, 2018, at Agrace Hospice. Natalie was born on September 15, 1938, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the daughter of Albert and Fannie Paperno. When Natalie was five, her family moved to California where she spent most of her childhood. Natalie graduated from the...
Margaret Mccay-Priebe
Jul 17, 2018
Waunakee Wisconsin/ Rantoul Illinois - Margaret Ann McCay-Priebe, age 89, of Rantoul, Illinois passed away on Tuesday, July 17, 2018 at Sienna Meadows in Oregon, WI. Margaret was born on January 9, 1929 to Bernard McCay and Ruth Moore McCay in Linden, Indiana. Margaret enjoyed her quilting, crocheting, and card playing. She loved her family, friends and her...
Leroy Jacobson
Jul 16, 2018
Stoughton- Leroy C. Jacobson, age 77, passed away suddenly at his home of natural causes on Monday evening, July 16, 2018. He was born in Stoughton on May 26, 1941, the son of Lester and Charlotte Jacobson. Leroy grew up and worked on the family farm in the Stoughton area until he entered the service. He proudly served...
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