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.
Ruth Jaehnig
Jun 19, 2018
Fitchburg / Manitowoc- Ruth Claire (La Fond) Jaehnig, 93, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2018 at Meriter Hospital in Madison surrounded by her children. She was born on January 22, 1925, to David and Catherine (Geimer) La Fond in Two Rivers, Wisconsin, and graduated from Washington High School in 1944. On August 29, 1946, Ruth and James...
Duane Osborn
Jun 19, 2018
Fitchburg - Duane E. Osborn, age 86, passed away on Tuesday, June 19, 2018 at Oak Park Place, with the assistance of Agrace Hospice and Palliative Care. Duane was born on April 16, 1932 in Madison, Wisconsin, the son of Eugene and Dorothea (Cnare) Osborn. He made a living doing construction in and around the Madison area working...
June Burchard
Jun 18, 2018
Sun Prairie - June A. Burchard, age 94 passed away on Monday, June 18, 2018 with her loving family by her side. Following in June's wishes, there will not be a full obituary posted and a private gathering to celebrate her life will be held. Cress Funeral & Cremation Service 1310 Emerald Terrace, Sun Prairie 608-837-9054
David Rakow
Jun 18, 2018
MADISON - David R. Rakow, age 66, passed away on Monday June 18, 2018 at Agrace HospiceCare in Fitchburg. David was born on July 30, 1951 in Dodgeville, WI to Kenneth and Isabelle (Weber) Rakow. David worked at Oscar Meyer and Colony Brands until his retirement at the age of 62. David loved gambling, fishing, doing crossword puzzles,...
Marlys Sloup
Jun 17, 2018
Marlys (Case) Sloup of Madison, WI passed away on Sunday, June 17, 2018 at Oakwood West Nursing Home, Madison, WI. Born in Omaha, Nebraska on April 1, 1940, Marlys was the daughter of Harvey and Edith Darlene (Dolly) Case. She grew up in North Mankato, MN, graduating from Mankato High School in 1958. She was a bright, beautiful,...
Elia Gutierrez
Jun 17, 2018
Madison - Elia L. Gutierrez, age 81, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 17, 2018, at UW Hospital in Madison. She was born on July 20, 1936, in Havana, Cuba, the daughter of Apollinar and Agustina (Martinez) Gutierrez. A memorial service will be held at RESURRECTION CEMETERY CHAPEL, 2705 Regent St., Madison, on Saturday,...
Rosie Weber
Jun 17, 2018
WEBER, ROSELLA "ROSIE" M. East Bristol-Rosella "Rosie" M. Weber, age 80, passed away on Sunday, June 17, 2018, at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison. She was born on Sept. 26, 1937, in Sun Prairie, the daughter of Walter and Marcella (Veith) Jesberger. Rosie graduated from Sun Prairie High School in 1955 and married Leon Weber on June 1,...
Paul Parks
Jun 15, 2018
Madison - Paul C. Parks, age 89, passed into the comforting embrace of his Savior and was reunited with wife Lucille on Friday, June 15, 2018. Born July 20, 1928 on a dairy farm in Hollandale WI., he developed the common sense skills, work ethic and moral grounding that would support him throughout his life. While on leave...
Phillip Alioto
Jun 15, 2018
MADISON- Phillip Alioto, age 84, died June 15, 2018 at home in Madison, WI. He was born at home on Nov 1, 1933, in Milwaukee, WI; the son of Gaspare and Jennie (D'Angelo) Alioto. Phillip grew up in the historic 3rd ward district and graduated from Lincoln High School in 1952 and Marquette University in 1956. He married...
Archie Simonson
Jun 15, 2018
Madison - Archie E. Simonson, passed away on Friday, June 15, 2018 at Attic Angel Place. He was born December 25, 1924 in Baraboo, WI. In 1928 his family moved to Richmond, IN. He graduated from Richmond High School in 1943, where he participated in football, track and fencing. He was drafted into the military in 1943 with...
Michael Spahn
Jun 15, 2018
WAUNAKEE/DEFOREST- Michael C. Spahn, age 31, lost his lifelong struggle with drug addiction on Friday, June 15, 2018. He was born on June 18, 1986, in Madison. He graduated from DeForest High School and was currently working with his Dad at the family business, Spahn Excavating, in Waunakee as a heavy equipment operator. He enjoyed shooting hoops, working...
Marilyn Milligan
Jun 15, 2018
Marilyn Milligan, age 88, died on June 15th, 2018. She was born November 9th, 1929 in Madison and was preceded in death by her parents Edward Milligan in 1984 and Gladys (Irvine) Milligan in 2000. There will not be a service. Cress Funeral & Cremation Service 3610 Speedway Road, Madison 608-238-3434
Roger Rasmussen
Jun 14, 2018
Madison: Roger David Rasmussen born March 14, 1949 to Warren and Elaine Rasmussen, passed away June 14, 2018. Roger grew up in Walworth, Wisconsin, graduating from Big Foot High School in 1967. Upon graduation from the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Education in 1971, Roger taught 6th grade in the Madison Metropolitan School District until his retirement in...
William Mills
Jun 13, 2018
MADISON- William Russell Mills, age 89, passed away on Wednesday, June 13, 2018. He was born on July 4, 1928 in Milwaukee, WI to Maxwell and Lillian (Hugill) Mills. William is preceded in death by his parents and his sisters, Dorothy and Betty. He is survived by Lois Ann Mills; his sons, James (Donna) Mills, John (Christine) Mills,...
Richard Gregg
Jun 13, 2018
Brooklyn - Richard O. Gregg, age 78, passed away on Wednesday, June 13, 2018 at the Villa in Middleton. He was born on August 7, 1939 to Russell and Genevive Gregg in Syracuse, New York. Richard was a Realtor for over 40 years, and started his own company, Gregg Realty. He loved wildlife, nature, hunting, sports, and his...
Sally Sawyer
Jun 13, 2018
Sun Prairie Sally M. Sawyer, age 85, passed away peacefully, two days after her 85th birthday, on Wednesday, June 13, 2018. She was born on June 10, 1933, in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter to Spurgeon and Lelah ( Moon) Miles. Sally was united in marriage to James H. Sawyer on June 10, 1986, in Glenview, Illinois. They were...
Curtis Krepski
Jun 12, 2018
McFarland- Curtis Krepski, age 64, died at home on Tuesday, June 12, 2018 following complications of a long illness. He was born in Madison on August 12, 1953, the son of Chester and Mary Krepski. Curt started working for Bancroft Dairy in 1975 where he met his future wife. During his 43 years working for the dairy his...
Bruce Bloedorn
Jun 12, 2018
Bloedorn, Bruce Russell Middleton / Kenosha: Bruce Russell Bloedorn, age 60, passed away Tuesday, June 12, 2018 at Agrace HospiceCare. Bruce Russell Bloedorn was born January, 23, 1958 to Lois Marie (Beaudoin) and John Harvey Bloedorn of Watertown, Wisconsin. He and his three older sisters, Diane, Peggy and Jane attended Watertown Public Schools and the family were members...
Rita Beyler
Jun 12, 2018
Beyler, Rita K. Rita Kellogg Beyler, age 87, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Tuesday, June 12, 2018 at Oak Park Place in Madison. She was born on May 23rd, 1931 in Madison WI, daughter of Fred and Francis (Nichols) Kellogg. Rita attended grade school and high school at Edgewood. She graduated with a bachelor's degree...
Brian Flynn
Jun 11, 2018
Madison - Brian James Flynn passed away on Monday, June 11th at Meriter Hospital. He was born in Madison on June 3, 1956 to James and Arlene (Dorschner) Flynn. Brian worked at Oscar Mayer for almost 30 years before retirement, and made many friends during his time there. He also worked at Josie's Spaghetti House and Benson Optical....
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