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.
Pang Vang
Jul 28, 2018
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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...
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...
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