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.
Thelma Sutton
Jul 31, 2018
SUN PRAIRIE--Thelma G. Sutton, age 86, passed away on Tuesday, July 31, 2018. She was born on December 30, 1931 in Philipsburg, Quebec, Canada to Everett and Elizabeth (nee Maxwell) Bombard. Thelma was known for her contagious, positive outlook and for her ability to always think of others. Anyone who was fortunate enough to know Thelma was truly...
Beatrice Wright
Jul 31, 2018
Madison/Lawrence, Kansas - Beatrice Ann Wright, December 16, 1917-July 31, 2018. Beatrice A. Wright, Ph.D., played a leading role in changing social thought about the experience of people with disabilities and influenced social policy about their full inclusion into every domain of life. Her commitment to the personal dignity and human rights of all, regardless of their level...
Lester Zank
Jul 31, 2018
STOUGHTON - Lester C. Zank, age 95, passed away peacefully on Tue July 31, 2018 at his home in Stoughton. Lester was born on Aug 9, 1922 in Augusta to the late Conrad and Ruth Zank, the second of ten siblings. Lester served 4 years with the US army in the Phillipines during WWII. He received a bachelor's...

Daniel Hessman
Jul 30, 2018
Daniel Hessman, 54, of Verona, died suddenly of natural causes on Monday, July 30, 2018. He was born in Madison on December 21, 1963, the son of Hugo and Shirley (Sweeney) Hessman. Dan was a graduate of West High School. He was a talented chef and worked most of his life in the restaurant and catering business. He...
Beverly Duckwitz
Jul 30, 2018
Madison/Kent, Washington Beverly A. Duckwitz, 88, passed into Heaven on July 30, 2018, surrounded by family and friends. Beverly was born in Seattle, WA, August 25, 1929. As a child, she enjoyed activities with her extended family and skiing with her high school friends. She married and moved to Madison where she and her husband Bill raised two...
Marilyn L'Heureux
Jul 30, 2018
MADISON--Marilyn Jane (Stein) L'Heureux, age 91, of Madison, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2018, surrounded by her family. She was born on April 30, 1927 in Detroit, MI, daughter of Henry Meinard and Irmengarde Elizabeth (Schulte) Stein. A true middle child with 3 older and 3 younger brothers, she grew up to be a strong and self-sufficient...
Scott "Griff"
Jul 29, 2018
Stoughton- Scott Griffin "Griff" was surrounded with his loving family as he passed from this earth on Sunday night, July 29, 2018, after a courageous fight with cancer. Griff was born in Oceanside, CA on February 16, 1964 and after living in many states throughout his childhood, decided to make Stoughton, WI his home when he began making...

Jeffery King
Jul 29, 2018
Madison - Jeffery L. King, age 59, passed away on July 29, 2018, at the Villa in Middleton. He was born April 14, 1959, the son of Norbert Jr. and Evelyn (Gundlach) King. A full obituary will be published soon. Cress Funeral & Cremation Services 3610 Speedway Road Madison (608) 238-3434

Pang Vang
Jul 28, 2018
Cress Funeral Home is assisting the family. Cress Funeral and Cremation Service 5801 Hwy 51 McFarland 608-838-0655
Visitation Cress Funeral & Cremation Service 5801 Hwy. 51 McFarland, Wisconsin 53558 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM Visitation Cress Funeral & Cremation Service 5801 Hwy. 51 McFarland, Wisconsin 53558 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM Visitation Cress Funeral & Cremation Service...Stephanie Lins
Jul 27, 2018
Stephanie Gail Lins, age 31, passed away on July 27, 2018. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, August 1, 2018 from 4:00-6:00pm at Cress Funeral Home, 3610 Speedway Road, Madison. Gail will be laid to rest in Georgia. Donations in Stephanie's honor may be made to the Humane Society www.humanesociety.org Cress Funeral and Cremation Service 3610 Speedway...
Haskell Fain
Jul 26, 2018
Born July 1, 1926 in New York City, Haskell Fain ("Hack") of San Rafael, CA (formerly of Madison, WI) passed away on Thursday, July 26, 2018 at the age of 92 from renal cancer. Hack was a philosophy professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison from 1956 to 1993 after earning his PhD from the University of California at...
Frederick Steinhauer
Jul 26, 2018
Madison - Frederick Charles "Fritz" Steinhauer, age 89, passed away peacefully on July 26th, 2018 at his home surrounded by his five children. Fritz was born October 6th, 1928, in Madison, WI to Rubert M. and Olive (Bruns) Steinhauer. He grew up in the Village of Maple Bluff, graduated from Wisconsin High School and Wartburg College in Waverly,...

Charles Hoefeyzers
Jul 26, 2018
Stoughton- Charles P. Hoefeyzers, age 72, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, July 26, 2018. He was born in Chicago, IL, the son of Joseph and Josephine Hoefeyzers. Charles is survived by his sister, Rosalie Perreault of North Carolina. He was preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Joseph. A Mass of Christian Burial will...
Paul Hildebrand
Jul 25, 2018
Paul E. Hildebrand, age 71, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 25, 2018, at the Sun Prairie Health Center. He was born on April 27, 1947, in Dubuque, Iowa, son of Edward and Anna Mae (Crimmins) Hildebrand. He was united in marriage to his high school sweetheart, Julie Sweeney on April 12, 1969, at St. John's Catholic Church...
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...
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