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.
Steven Schaefer
Dec 1, 2017
MADISON- Steven J Schaefer, age 66, passed away on Friday, December 1. He fought a courageous battle for the past several weeks but, sadly, succumbed to complications from Rheumatoid Arthritis, Ulcerative Colitis and Pneumonia. The family would like to thank everyone who joined this fight and hoped for his recovery. Steve was born in Watertown, Wisconsin on July...
Dorothy O'Connell
Dec 1, 2017
Madison--Dorothy (Dot) Marian Frye O'Connell, age 88, passed away on Friday, December 1st. She was born in North Zulch, Texas, February 11th 1929, the daughter of John Marion Frye and Mary Elizabeth McBride Frye. She was preceded in death by her siblings James Truman (Marie), Ruby Mae (Jim), Herman Elton (Maudine), Evelyn Pearl (Elvin), and Mildred Elizabeth (Jack)....
Marlene Spangler
Dec 1, 2017
Marlene R. Spangler was born in Stoughton, Wisconsin on January 9, 1944. She passed away peacefully at her home in Waunakee on December 1, 2017. Family meant more than anything in the world to Marlene. She was a devoted wife, proud mother and a loving grandmother. She was the glue that held the entire family together. In addition,...
George Elder
Dec 1, 2017
Madison - George H. Elder, age 91, passed away on Friday, December 1, 2017 at Heritage Assisted Living. He was born on July 30, 1926 to James and Isabelle (Swantz) Elder in Madison. George was a lifelong Madison resident. He graduated from East High School and the University of Wisconsin - Madison, where he was Manager of the...
Marie Kolberg
Nov 30, 2017
FITCHBURG- Marie Josephine Kolberg, age 87, of Fitchburg, passed away peacefully on November 30, 2017 at home. She was born on March 10, 1930 in Prairie Du Sac where she graduated high school. As an avid gardener, Marie was involved in the Sunset Garden Club where she was a Master Landscape Design Consultant and WGCP Life member. Marie...
Bradford Bachman
Nov 30, 2017
DeForest - Bradford "Brad" J. Bachman, age 32, died in a tragic car accident that took his life on Thursday, November 30, 2017. He was born in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin on March 4, 1985, the son of Kenneth and Marilyn. Brad graduated from Sun Prairie High School in 2003 and then attended the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater studying in...
Carol Stewart
Nov 29, 2017
Carol L. Stewart of Madison died on Wednesday, November 29, 2017. She was born in La Crosse on July 30, 1933 the daughter of the late Jasper and Elsie Staples. She attended the La Crosse Public Schools, graduating from Central High School in 1951. She received her degree in elementary education from the UW-La Crosse in 1955 and...
Larry Aranda
Nov 29, 2017
Sun Prairie - Larry Sidney Aranda, a retired pharmacist, age 66, passed away on Wednesday, November 29, 2017. He was born in New Orleans, Louisiana on March 19, 1951. He leaves behind his loving wife of 40 years, Deb Aranda; his children, Sarah Farrar, Jessica Beversdorf, and Marcus Aranda; his sons in law, Steve and Alex; his grandchildren,...
Rosemary Schmidt
Nov 29, 2017
MADISON - Rosemary Schmidt, age 90, passed away on Wednesday, November 29, 2017 at Oakwood Village University Woods after a courageous battle with cancer. Rosemary was born in Madison on November 6, 1927 to Walter Pigorsch and Verna (Rucks) Pigorsch. She graduated from Madison Central High School in the spring of 1946. A lifelong member of Luther Memorial...
Helen Johnson
Nov 29, 2017
Stoughton- Helen J. Johnson, age 81, passed away on Wednesday, November 29, 2017 at her home. She was born in Peoria, IL on November 8, 1936, the daughter of Harold and Elinor Burgoyne. Helen was raised in Stoughton by her mother and step-father Alvin Anderson. She graduated from Stoughton High School. In 1954 Helen married Chester Johnson. Together...
Frances Treinen
Nov 29, 2017
Madison - Frances "Fran" Mae Treinen, age 70 passed away with her loving family by her side on Wednesday, November 29, 2017. She was born on April 10, 1947 in Prairie Du Chien, the daughter of Jerry and Inez Sauer. Fran grew up in Prairie Du Chien and attended elementary school. She then moved to Madison where she...
Jane Seim
Nov 28, 2017
Sun Prairie - Jane F. Seim, age 80, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, November 28, 2017, in the Village of Windsor. She was born in Reading, Pennsylvania on January 20, 1937, the daughter of Clarence and Susan (Swisher) Freiler. Jane was united in marriage to Richard Seim Sr. in Reading, PA. Together they raised six children. She was a...
Ian Santino
Nov 28, 2017
Ian Alexander Santino, aged 31, of Madison, Wi, beloved son of Lucy Long and Jack Santino, embarked on yet another adventure on November 28, 2017, an adventure begun much too soon for those whose lives are forever changed for the better for having known him. His younger siblings, Will and Hannah, have never known a universe not defined...
Wayne Mosley
Nov 28, 2017
Middleton: Wayne Jeffrey Mosley, age 70, died in his Town of Middleton home on November 28, 2017. He was born in Chicago on January 17, 1947 to parents Clement and Jean (Marks) Mosley. Wayne grew up less than a block from Lake Michigan on the north side of Chicago and loved visiting Wrigley Field every chance he got...
David Reese
Nov 28, 2017
Madison - David J. Reese; age 66 passed away peacefully surrounded by his three daughters at UW Hospital on Tuesday November 28, 2017, after an almost 2 year battle with cancer. Dave was born October 5, 1951 in Madison, WI to Gordon & Irene Reese. He was the second oldest of six children. Dave attended St. James School,...
Ernst-Christian Kluge
Nov 27, 2017
Ernst-Christian Kluge, husband of Cora Lee Kluge of Madison, died on Monday, November 27, 2017, in Madison after a brief illness. Born in Breslau, Germany, on July 20, 1931, he had a long and distinguished career as an officer and battalion commander in the Army of the Federal Republic of Germany. In addition, he was an avid and...
Mark Fox
Nov 27, 2017
Mark Fox, 66, an Army veteran, died unexpectedly November 27th, 2017. He was loved by his children Tiffany and Nathan and his five grandchildren. Mark's life celebration will be held Saturday, January 6, 2017 from 1PM- 5PM at The Crossing clubhouse, 90 Pond View Way, Fitchburg. Please share your memories at www.cressfuneralservice.com Cress Funeral and Cremation Service 3610...
Don Kanable
Nov 27, 2017
Don M. Kanable, age 70, of McFarland passed away peacefully at home on November 27, 2017, after a short but very courageous 3 month battle with lung cancer. He was special from the beginning when he entered this world on October 31, 1947, to Leon and Bernice (Wilson) Kanable. He was the second of five children and learned...
Kim Gaida
Nov 27, 2017
Stoughton- Kim Michael Gaida, age 46, was taken from us on Monday, November 27, 2017. He was born in Oak Creek on January 4, 1971, the son of Kim and Josie Gaida. Kim worked at MillFab in Stoughton for many years as a Supervisor. He had a passion for music and enjoyed playing the drums. Kim enjoyed fishing...
Jean Steffen
Nov 27, 2017
MADISON - Jean Schoonover Steffen, age 89, passed away Monday, November 27, 2017, exactly one year to the date after her husband, John A. Steffen. She died at Hebron Hall, Oakwood Village West. Jean was born an identical twin on June 16, 1928 in Monroe, WI. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ray H. ("Pat") and...
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