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.
Joan Smith
Mar 6, 2018
Joan Kathleen Smith, age 85 of Madison passed away on Tuesday, March 6, 2018 at Brightstar of Madison. The former Joan Campbell was born on January 20, 1933 in Hartford, the daughter of James and Mable (Craig) Campbell. She married Jack Smith on April 27, 1957 in Ashippun, WI. He preceded her in death in March, 2017. Joan...
Irving Shain
Mar 6, 2018
MADISON, WI - Irving Shain, 92, passed away on March 6, 2018, at Attic Angels surrounded by his family. He was born in Seattle, Washington, and graduated with a Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of Washington, which he attended after serving three years in the United States Army during World War II. He moved to Madison, Wis....
Melinda Olson-Schreiber
Mar 6, 2018
STOUGHTON - Melinda J. Olson-Schreiber, age 75, passed away peacefully on Tue March 6, 2018 at The Stoughton Meadows. She was born on July 2, 1942 in Deerfield to the late Vernon and Margaret (Weum) Olson. Melinda loved her family, painting, calligraphy and gardening. For many years she owned and operated a teddy bear store in Stoughton named...
Jacob Wasek
Mar 6, 2018
In remembrance of Jacob D. Wasek, the "Barista Philosopher." Born January 4th, 1988 at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison, WI. Jacob passed away Tuesday, March 6th, 2018. He was 30 years old. Having lost his long, hard battle with mental illness and addiction, he is survived and lovingly remembered by: his mother, Elizabeth Benn; his father, Jason Wasek;...
Thayne Olson
Mar 6, 2018
OLSON, THAYNE B. Thayne Bradford Olson (47) passed away March 6, 2018 unexpectedly at home. Thayne was born in Madison, WI September 25, 1970, the son of Thayne (Butch) Olson (Chris) and Jene Peloquin (Jim) . He is survived by his parents and two brothers Rick (Michelle) Olson of Pardeeville, WI and Donn (Erin) Olson of Cypress, TX....
Matthew Davis
Mar 5, 2018
Madison - Dr. Matthew D. "Dinny" Davis, age 91, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 5, 2018, at home in the loving care of his wife Nancy and daughter Amelia. Dinny was born on October 25, 1926, in Madison, the son of Dr. Frederick and Edith Davis. He attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison for his undergraduate degree, and...
Nathan Adams
Mar 5, 2018
It is with great sadness that the family of Nathan J. Adams, age 34, announces his death after a month-long battle from stroke complications. "Nate", of Monroe, WI, passed peacefully on Monday, March 5, 2018 at U.W . Hospital in Madison. Nate will be lovingly remembered by his fiancée, Kara Laeser, his six children, his parents, his many...
Donald Dressler
Mar 5, 2018
Madison - Donald H. Dressler, age 79 passed away on Monday, March 5, 2018 at his home following a short illness. He is survived by his wife, Donna Dressler and her son Tyler, two brothers; Gerald (Linda) Dressler and John Dressler and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. Memorial services will be...
Walter Streich
Mar 5, 2018
SUN PRAIRIE--Walter "Pete" E. Streich, age 95, passed away on Monday, March 5, 2018. Pete served our country as a member of the US Army in the Philippines during WWII and in the US Navy during the Korean War. He was a member of both the American Legion and VFW for many years, and he travelled frequently to...
Kathleen Buss
Mar 5, 2018
MADISON- Kathleen S. "Kathy" Buss (nee Butler) went to be with the Lord, on Monday, March 5, 2018, at Agrace Hospice with her family by her side. She was 64 and had battled Multiple Sclerosis for many years. Kathy was born in August of 1953 in Madison to Thomas and Bonnie Butler and grew up in the Monroe...
William Ryan Jr.
Mar 5, 2018
Madison - William H. Ryan, Jr., age 93, passed away on Monday, March 5, 2018 at Brookdale Assisted Living in Kingwood, TX. He was born on November 2, 1924 in Nashua, New Hampshire, the son of Eva Dora (King) and William H. Ryan. While Bill was in the U.S. Air Force he met the love of his life...
John Witzig Iii
Mar 4, 2018
Witzig, John James. "Jay" Verona, WI: John James "Jay" Witzig III, age 65, passed away Sunday March 4, 2018 following a heart attack. He was born September 24th, 1952 in Detroit, MI, the son of John and Patricia Witzig. Jay received his undergraduate degree from Albion College, and later received his JD in Law from Washington and Lee...
Louis Marshall
Mar 4, 2018
MARSHALL, LOUIS JOHN "LOU" 85, died on Sunday, March 4, 2018, following a long struggle with Alzheimer's Disease. He passed peacefully, in the company of family members, at his home in Waunakee, WI. Lou was born in Valley Falls, RI, the son of John Marshall and Christina (Williams) Marshall. He graduated from St. Raphael Academy in Pawtucket, RI...
Marilyn Mccubbin
Mar 3, 2018
Marilyn Ann McCubbin, age 78, of Madison, WI passed away peacefully on March 1st, 2018 at St. Mary's Hospital. She was born on April 16, 1939 in Wahoo, NE, the daughter of August and Frances Behrens. Marilyn grew up on her parents' farm before earning her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from the University of Nebraska. While...
Keith Woodruff
Mar 3, 2018
MADISON- Keith "Woody" Woodruff, age 64, of Madison, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, March 3, 2018 at UW Hospital. Keith was born May 28, 1953 in Findlay, Ohio the son of Willis and Marilyn Woodruff. Keith is survived by his wife Colleen with whom he shared 41 years of marriage; children Laura, David, and Alec; grandchildren Noah and...
Joanna Mandt
Mar 3, 2018
MADISON- Joanna Manson Mandt, age 80, died peacefully, surrounded by her family, on March 3, 2018 at Agrace Hospice in Fitchburg. She was the daughter of Fritz and Dorothy Manson, born on September 6, 1937 and grew up in Wausau, WI. Joanna graduated from Wayland Academy and UW-Madison. She taught for over 20 years as an elementary school...
C. Havens
Mar 2, 2018
SUN PRAIRIE-Charles "Wallace" Havens passed away on Friday, March 2, 2018 at the UW Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin at the age of 81. He was born on June 21, 1936 in Rolla, Missouri, son of Charles Claude and Golda Marie (Wallace) Havens. He married Rosann Lortz on November 26, 1958 in Rolla, Missouri at Macedonia Baptist Church. Together,...
Edward Dover
Mar 2, 2018
OVERLAND PARK, KS/SUN PRAIRIE, WI--Edward L. Dover, age 17, passed away on Friday, March 2, 2018. Edward came into this world facing many challenges. For 17 years, he confronted and defied them with laughter, love, and grace. He encountered many special people along the way who helped him love, grow, and live life to the fullest. Edward loved...
Rosemary Sharp
Mar 2, 2018
Madison: It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved, Rosemary Chartier Sharp on March 2, at the age of 91. She was born on May 1st 1926 in Detroit Michigan. She graduated from Michigan State University in 1949 and worked for the City of Detroit as a social worker. She married Harry "Bud"...
Mark Cohen
Mar 2, 2018
Madison: Mark David Cohen, age 61, passed away Friday March 2, 2018 at UW Hospital in Madison. He was born October 13, 1956 in Teaneck, New Jersey, the son of Morris and Kathleen "Kay" (Shanahan) Cohen. Mark was a graduate of Teaneck High School, and later graduated from the University of Pennsylvania and the University of Wisconsin, Madison,...
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