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.
Marilyn Fraser
Sep 13, 2017
Madison - Marilyn Louise Breaker Fraser, age 80, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 13, 2017. Marilyn was loved by all who knew her. She dedicated her life to her children. Marilyn grew up and spent most of her life in Lake Geneva, WI. She graduated from Lake Geneva High School in 1955 before attending UW-Madison. She loved...
Marcus Ravnan
Sep 13, 2017
Centerville, GA - Marcus Ravnan died on Wednesday, September 13, 2017 at age 87. He was born in Norfolk, VA on December 15, 1929, the son of Edna Annette (Martinson) and the Rev. Edwin Nicolai Ravnan. The family lived in Bergen, Norway for many years. Upon his return to the U.S., he served in the U.S. Army (and...
William Waterbury
Sep 13, 2017
MADISON, WI - William J. (Bill) Waterbury, age 62, passed to his rest on Wednesday, September 13, 2017 at St. Mary's Hospital, following a brief illness. Bill was born February 12, 1955 at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin, the son of Parkis G. and Adele V. Waterbury (Stroede). Bill was a life-long resident of Madison, working at...
Lane Cooke
Sep 13, 2017
MADISON-Lane J. Cooke, age 71, passed away on Wednesday, September 13, 2017 from complications of COPD. He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Karen; children Lane "Scooter" A. Cooke, III and Cody R. Cooke; and mother, Thea K. Cooke. He is further survived by extended family and many friends. Services will be held at a later...
Craig Sornson
Sep 11, 2017
STOUGHTON-Craig Alan Sornson, age 38, of Stoughton passed away on Monday, Sept. 11, 2017 at home. He was born on August 15, 1979 in Madison, the son of Berlin Sornson and Diane Knoble. Craig was loved by many and had so much love to share. He will be remembered as a good man with a big-hearted soul. Craig...
Marilyn Fleming
Sep 11, 2017
Marilyn Lucille Fleming, age 90, passed away peacefully after a short illness on Monday, September 11, 2017. Burial will take place at Forest Hill Cemetery Friday, September 15, 2017 at 1:00PM. Please share your memories of Marilyn.
Louise Miller
Sep 11, 2017
MADISON - Louise (O'Donnell) Miller, age 83, passed away on September 11, 2017 at Attic Angel Place in Madison, Wisconsin. She was born to Lulu (Geiss) and Charles V. O'Donnell on November 19, 1933, in the house her father built in Kansas City, Missouri. The family lost the house during the Depression, and Louise's father traveled the country...
Bryson Dickau
Sep 11, 2017
Private Services will be held. Cress Center 6021 University Ave. Madison, WI 53705 608-238-8406
Dr. Beilman
Sep 11, 2017
Madison - Dr. Robert Lewis Beilman, age 91, died Monday, Sept. 11, 2017, at his home in Madison. He was born in Brooklyn, NY on November 8, 1925, to Lewis Beilman and Anna Klein and grew up in Hollis, Queens. A soldier, doctor, and mental health advocate, Bob lived a disciplined, full life dedicated to the service of...
Robert Hougan
Sep 11, 2017
Stoughton - Robert F. Hougan, age 92 passed away on Monday, September 11, 2017 with his loving family by his side. He was born on October 29, 1924 in Pleasant Springs, the son of Ole and Bessie (Bringa) Hougan. Robert was united in marriage to Inez Phillips on September 18, 1948. All his life he farmed, enjoyed Utica...
Merita Melland
Sep 10, 2017
SUN PRAIRIE - Merita H. Melland, age 78, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family after a long struggle with Alzheimer's disease on Sunday, September 10, 2017, at New Perspective Senior Living in Sun Prairie. She was born August 11, 1939 in Madison, the daughter of Casper and Lydia (Schroeder) Laufenberg. Merita graduated from Edgewood High School in...
Alice Dorn
Sep 10, 2017
MADISON Alice M. (Goblirsch) Dorn, age 89, died on Saturday, September 10, 2017 after living with Multiple Myeloma for 10 years. She was born on May 1, 1928 in Sleepy Eye, MN, the daughter of Frank and Clara (Sellner) Goblirsch. She graduated in 1945 from St. Mary's High School in Sleepy Eye and went on to attend the...
Casey Shotts
Sep 9, 2017
Sun Prairie - Casey Christine Shotts, age 37, passed away on Saturday, September 9, 2017, at her home in Sun Prairie. She was born in Madison, Wisconsin on January 16,1980, the daughter of Gary D. Shotts and Susan Hill. Casey enjoyed life with her girls Hayley and Hannah. The three of them have an incredible network of friends...
Brian Holtz
Sep 9, 2017
Services will be held at a later date. Cress Center 6021 University Ave. Madison, WI 53705 608-238-8406
William Simmons
Sep 9, 2017
Madison: William "Bill" Edward Simmons, loving father, grandfather, and husband passed on to heaven to be with Ruth, his loving wife of 61 years on September 8, 2017. Bill was an amazing man who touched so many lives with his humor, smile, and kindness. Bill was born on October 8, 1930, to William Max Simmons and Anna Marie...
John Cook
Sep 9, 2017
McFarland - John S. Cook, age 86, peacefully passed away on Saturday, September 9, 2017 after a long battle with Parkinson's Disease. John was born and raised in Stoughton, Wisconsin, the son of Joseph and Anna Cook. John attended Stoughton High School where he excelled in track, basketball and football, graduating in 1949. He met, fell in love...
Anne Koller
Sep 9, 2017
MADISON Anne Koller age 62 passed away at Agrace Hospice on Saturday September 9, 2017. She was born September 17, 1954 to Norbert and Joyce Koller. Anne graduated from Edgewood High School in 1972. She attended school at St. Mary's Hospital Medical Center and earned a degree in Radiologic Technology. Anne's education led her to work in this...
Michael Gerke
Sep 9, 2017
De Forest - Michael A. Gerke, age 56, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, September 9, 2017, at his home in De Forest. He was born on March 17, 1961, in Tomah, WI, the son of Royce and Marjorie (Lancaster) Gerke. Mike graduated from Madison East High School in 1980. He then attended MATC to attain his welding certification....
Cynthia Caldwell
Sep 9, 2017
Waunakee - Cynthia Mae Brumund Smith Caldwell died in the early hours of Saturday, September 9, 2017, from Alzheimer's, shortly after her 71st birthday. She was born on August 16, 1946, to Alvin Lorenz Brumund and Dorthe Mae Maxwell Brumund, the second of three daughters, in Waukegan, Illinois. Cyndy was a compassionate and happy daughter, sister, wife, mother,...
Marilyn Barber
Sep 9, 2017
Stoughton- Marilyn Jean Hughes Barber, age 63, passed away on Saturday, September 9, 2017. Marilyn was loved by all who knew her. She is survived by her husband John Barber; son, John (Ann) Barber; sister, Carol (Pete) Peterson and Brenda (Claude) Gunderson; brother Rowland (Michael) Hughes; grandchildren; great grandchildren; nieces; and nephews. Marilyn was preceded in death by...
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