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.
Alonzo Anderson
Feb 17, 2026
Al was born on November 1, 1924, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and died on February 17, 2026, at age 101, at his residence, Cardinal View Senior Living, in Middleton, Wisconsin. He graduated from Riverside High School in Milwaukee. His family survived the great depression, but that experience shaped Al’s worldview for his lifetime, and he was always careful with a dollar,...
Bonnie Denmark Friedman
Feb 16, 2026
Bonnie passed away on February 16, 2026 from pneumonia on the island of Curacao in the southern Caribbean.
Born Bonnie Lee Denmark on May 26, 1945 in Steubenville, Ohio, to Samuel and Renee Denmark, she moved as a child to the Hammond/Munster, IN area. She graduated from Hammond High School, then went on to graduate from Goucher College with a degree...
Joanna Bentley
Feb 16, 2026
Joanna Bentley, age 74, passed away February 16, 2026 in Lodi, Wisconsin. Anna was born in Manila, Philippines, a daughter of the late Jorge and Miriam Paras. She passed away peacefully after a long illness.
Anna was a graduate of Madison West High School and the University of Wisconsin, Madison. Following college, Anna began work at the mailroom of CUNA Mutual...
Philip (Phil) Edward Albert
Feb 15, 2026
Philip (Phil) Edward Albert, age 77, of Madison, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 15, 2026.
Phil was born on June 1, 1948, in Madison, Wisconsin, and lived a life defined by love for his family, service to his community, and deep pride in the places he called home.
Phil attended Our Lady Queen of Peace School, Edgewood High School, and...
Stephen Banaszak
Feb 15, 2026
Stephen Banaszak Jr.
October 8, 1942 – February 15, 2026
Stephen Michael Banaszak Jr. died Sunday February 15 at the age of 83, having lived an active life that was deeply supported by his Catholic faith filled with family, friends and many interests.
Born October 8, 1942, in Milwaukee Wisconsin, Steve was the oldest in a family that would come to include 8...
Esther M. Gabriel
Feb 15, 2026
MADISON – Esther M. Gabriel, age 92, was reunited with her beloved husband, Melvin on February 15, 2026 at Oak Park Place. She was born November 12, 1933 in Bloomer, Wisconsin, the daughter of the late Henry and Lillian (Marquardt) Bauer. Melvin and Esther were married on June 19, 1954 in Bloomer. Esther is a member of St. Mark's Lutheran...
Gregory Larson
Feb 15, 2026
Gregory (“Greg”) Sam Larson, 84, of McFarland, Wisconsin, passed away on February 15, 2026. He was born on June 12, 1941, in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, to Adele (Schroeder) and Sammie Larson.
Greg is survived by his loving wife, Sandy; his children Diane (Jeff) Schluter, Denise (Bud) Cook, and Dennis (Rachel) Larson; grandchildren, Keva Clay, Alicia Anderson, Rob (Nev) Cook, Nichole LaMarche,...
Bonnie Ruth Flad
Feb 15, 2026
Bonnie Ruth Flad (nee Busse), 79, passed away on Sunday, February 15, 2026. She was born in Madison on November 24, 1946, to the late John and Mildred (Meier) Busse.
Bonnie graduated from Edgewood High School, where she met Timothy Hilar Flad. They were united in marriage on May 3, 1969.
Bonnie was a legal secretary for Wilson Law Group until her...
Phil Gray
Feb 15, 2026
Philip John “Phil” Gray, 85, of DeForest passed away on Sunday, February 15, 2026 at Waunakee Valley Assisted Living.
Phil was born on November 10, 1940 to John and Sylvia (Premo) Gray. On December 16, 1967 Phil married Sharon Riedner. Phil worked at Transport Station for many years, and then Sub-Zero Refrigeration for over 30 years. He would also snowplow and...
Charles Rogers Larsen
Feb 13, 2026
Charles Rogers Larsen, age 88, of McFarland, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully at home on February 13, 2026, with his family by his side. He was the beloved husband of Janet for 65 wonderful years. Charles led a full and happy life marked by dedication to both his career and family.
Charles was born on October 16, 1937, in Superior, Wisconsin, to...
Bonnie Mae Phaneuf
Feb 11, 2026
Bonnie Mae Phaneuf, age 79, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, February 11th, 2026. Dedicated was the perfect word to describe Bonnie. Dedicated to family, community, and work, Bonnie brought compassion everywhere she went. She was married to her husband Paul for 51 years, worked for the state of Wisconsin Department of Transportation for 41 years, spent weeks traveling and cooking...
Marilyn R. Owen
Feb 10, 2026
Marilyn R. Owen
96
Waunakee
Marilyn R. Owen passed away Tuesday, February 10th at 96 years of age in Waunakee, WI. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 58 years, Fred V. Owen and grandson Steven. She is survived by her loving children: sons Bruce (Linda), Brian (Sandy) and David (Jeaneane); daughters Debra Janke, Karin Acree (Tony), and Laura Mbow...
Laura Gritzmacker
Feb 10, 2026
Laura Lea Gritzmacker, 61, of Madison passed away on Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at Middleton Village Nursing & Rehab.
Laura was born on March 29, 1964 in Madison to Reginald and Kathryn (Anderson) Gritzmacker.
She enjoyed baking, crocheting and attending craft fairs with her mother.
Laura is survived by her children, Jill Showers (Adam Purcell), Brittany Martin, and Stephanie Martin; five grandchildren, Amir...
Robert C. "Bob" Arthur
Feb 10, 2026
CROSS PLAINS-Robert C. Arthur, age 79, passed away February 10, 2026 after a long illness. Bob was born on November 8, 1946 to former Dane County District Attorney Robert W. and Irma (Conrad) Arthur. He attended St. Rays and St, James elementary schools and met his soul mate and future wife Mary Bowar in All City Band in 6th grade....
Lynn Poole
Feb 9, 2026
Lynn Poole of Fitchburg, Wisconsin, passed away on February 9, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family after a long and courageous battle with illnesses connected to his military service. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend whose humor, strength, and larger-than-life personality left a lasting impression on everyone who knew him.
Lynn was born on May...
Robert Potter van Wormer
Feb 9, 2026
Robert "Bob" van Wormer January 13, 1943-February 9, 2026. Born in Mason City, Iowa, the son of Ronald and Iva Moore Potter, Robert grew up as the middle child with brothers Ron and Jim. An avid reader as a child, Robert spent much of his time at the local library. Years later his time spent reading his set of encyclopedias...
Edgar Allen Reeves Jr.
Feb 9, 2026
Edgar Allen Reeves Jr was born on May 4, 1955, in Chicago, Illinois, to Cleodia Davis and Edgar Allen Reeves Sr.
He received his early education at Burnside Elementary School and later graduated from Harlem High School at the age of 17. Shortly after graduation, he proudly enlisted in the United States Army in 1972, where he faithfully served his country...
Mary J. Fritsche
Feb 9, 2026
Waunakee/Middleton – Mary J. Hellenbrand Fritsche, age 65, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on February 9, 2026, after a courageous battle with kidney disease.
Mary married Dean Dahmen in 1979, and together they welcomed four beautiful daughters: Molly (Dave) Lesinski, Dawn (Jesse) Mazur, April (Justin) Laabs, and Angela (Brian) White. In 1994, what began as a simple dance...
Kevin Wilson
Feb 8, 2026
Kevin Michael Wilson, 51, of McFarland passed away on Sunday, February 8, 2026 at his home, taken away from us too soon.
Kevin was born on June 22, 1974 in Madison to Gordon and Viera (Gearhart) Wilson. He grew up in McFarland playing hockey for 8 years, then played football and golf in high school before graduating in 1992. Kevin moved...
Dorothy Elaine Scheer
Feb 7, 2026
Dorothy Elaine Scheer passed away on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at the age of 98. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Dorothy was born on June 20, 1927, in Madison, Wisconsin, to Martha (Radtke) and Henry Becker. She grew up in the Glen Oak Hills neighborhood and graduated from...
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