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.
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....
Edward Stenli
Jun 11, 2018
Brodhead- Edward L. Stenli, age 78, passed away on Monday, June 11, 2018 at Monroe Hospital. He was born in Stoughton on June 15, 1939 the son of Daniel and Clara (Helgerson) Stenli. Edward married the love of his life Marjorie Midthun on October 17, 1959 and they were married 47 years until her passing in 2007. Edward...
Dolores Thimke
Jun 10, 2018
MADISON- Dolores Topp Thimke, age 87, of Madison, Wisconsin died on June 10, 2018 at Agrace HospiceCare. She was born on September 8, 1930, in Neenah, Wisconsin, the daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Irvin J. Topp of Clintonville, Wisconsin. She attended Clintonville Public High School and was an honor student in her 1948 H.S. class. She received her...
Judith Mayer
Jun 9, 2018
MADISON - Judith A. Mayer, age 84, passed away suddenly on Saturday, June 9, 2018 at Meriter Hospital. Judy was born in Madison on Jan. 17, 1934 and attended Franklin Grade School and Madison Central High School. She received a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Wisconsin, Madison. On May 9, 1956 Judy married her grade school sweetheart,...
Jean Cencic
Jun 9, 2018
Madison - Jean Elizabeth Schleicher was born on January 6, 1932, at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison, and died on June 9th, 2018, at the University Hospital after suffering a stroke. She was the fourth child born to Frederick and Anna Schleicher (Morschauser). Jean attended Doty/Longfellow Elementary School and grew up on Emerald Street in Madison. She graduated...
Thomas Westrich
Jun 8, 2018
WAUNAKEE Thomas George Westrich died Friday, June 8, 2018 at age 21. He was born in Madison on May 18, 1997 to Gregory and Ann (Prihoda) Westrich. Tom enjoyed life, his family and friends. He was always there to brighten the lives of others, with a goofy joke or witty quip. He truly cared for others and was...
Melissa Bahr
Jun 8, 2018
SUN PRAIRIE-Melissa Mae Bahr (Rogers) age 42 passed away peacefully on Friday, June 8, 2018 at UW Hospital surrounded by family. She was born August 24th 1975 at St. Mary's in Madison to the late Frederick L. Rogers and Barbara E. Mattson. She was a graduate of Sun Prairie Senior High, class of 1993. Melissa went on to...
Edward Hamre
Jun 8, 2018
Lodi/ Sun Prairie Died on June 8, 2018. He was born on July 16, 1932 Beloved husband of Dorothy (nee Lovick) and the late Alice (nee Gray). Ed is survived by his sons, Howard (Doreen) and William (Kathy), and daughter Carla (Tory) Thoftne; stepdaughters Patricia Bostad, Nancy (Ken) Kokesh, Connie Bostad, Jacqueline (Daniel) Frosch, and Karen (James) Doering;...
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