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.
Virginia Horn
Sep 16, 2017
Virginia E. (Moe) Horn Stoughton - Virginia "Ginny" Horn, 89, passed away September 16, 2017 at Agrace Hospice in Fitchburg, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Stoughton on June 27, 1928, the daughter of the late Seamon A. and Olga (Kittleson) Moe. She resided in the town of Pleasant Springs as a child, attended the Burritt rural...
Michael Lybarger
Sep 16, 2017
MADISON - Michael Bruce Lybarger, age 79, died on September 16, 2017, at home surrounded by his family. Mike was born on April 17, 1938 in Johnstown, PA, son of Bruce Franklin Lybarger and Catherine Morris Lybarger. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Mary; his son, Michael, daughter Catherine (Don Vasa); his sister, Kate, brother-in-law...
Gloria Price
Sep 15, 2017
Waunakee- Gloria R. Price, age 86, of Waunakee passed away on September 15, 2017. She was Born on September 17, 1930 in Lowell, Wisconsin, the daughter of Edward F. Roth and Rose Violet Koehler. She married Philip Price on June 3, 1984 in Milwaukee. After completing high school, Gloria worked as an Office and Business Manager. She was...
Alphonse Dimaggio
Sep 15, 2017
MADISON Alphonse Joseph DiMaggio died peacefully at his home surrounded by his children on September 15, 2017 in Madison Wisconsin at the age of 95. Al is survived by his children: Rosemary (Skip) Hanson, Ann "Penny" (Jeff) Wendt, Therese "Terry" (Ken) Risley, Michael (Candy) DiMaggio, John (Vicky) DiMaggio, and Catherine (Jim) Hellenbrand; brother Sam (Bev) DiMaggio; sister Jenny...
Beverly Bolender
Sep 15, 2017
Cottage Grove - Beverly Bolender, passed away on September 15th, 2017, at the age of 81, suddenly following an illness from cancer. She was surrounded by her loving family. Beverly (Severson) was united in marriage to George Bolender in 1955, they had 3 children: Dale (Molly) Bolender - McFarland, Sharon (Kurt) Olson of Edgerton, Mark (Janiece) Bolender of...
Bernard Schmitt
Sep 15, 2017
Sun Prairie- Bernard L. Schmitt, age 89, peacefully passed away Friday, September 15, 2017 surrounded by his family. He was born April 26, 1928 in Columbus, Wisconsin, the only son of Henry and Gertrude (Link) Schmitt. Bernard grew up in Columbus and graduated from Columbus High School in 1946. He met the love of his life, Dorothy May...
Richard M.D.
Sep 14, 2017
OCONOMOWOC/MADISON-Hearn, Richard Forrest, M.D. passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on September 14, 2017, three days after his 83rd birthday. Richard (aka "Doc" or 'Grampa Doc" to nearly everyone) was born and raised in Independence, IA. He attended Loras College in Dubuque, IA earning a B.S. in biology in 1957. After college, he served his country honorably...
Timothy Helman
Sep 14, 2017
Timothy Jon Helman passed away unexpectedly September 14, 2017. Tim, TJ, husband, father, son, brother, Grandpa, Uncle, Big Guy, Master of Fun, our rock, will be missed by all. Tim was born to John and Deannie Helman March 22, 1958 in Pekin, Illinois. The oldest of five, he always tried to take care of his brothers and sisters....
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...
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