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.
Sally Ulrich
May 2, 2017
MADISON Sally Ulrich, age 71, passed away on May 2, 2017 in Christus Spohn Hospital, Corpus Christi, Texas, while wintering in South Texas. She was born in Madison on January 8, 1946 and was a lifelong resident of Madison's south side. She attended Central High School, Class of 1964. On Valentine's Day, 1964, Sally married her high school...
Carol Statz
May 2, 2017
Madison - Carol Ann (Burns) Statz, age 58, passed away on Tuesday, May 2, 2017 at UW Hospital. She was born on September 5, 1958 to William and Joan (Kazalski) Burns in Madison, where she was a lifelong resident. Carol received her BA degree in Special Education from the University of Wisconsin - Madison, and taught for over...
Roy Mccormick
May 1, 2017
MADISON- Roy McCormick, born December 24, 1924 in Indianapolis, Indiana, died May 1, 2017. He lived in his home town until April, 1943 when he entered the U.S. Navy. Roy met Rose Troia in Madison, Wisconsin and they were married in August, 1946. They returned to Indianapolis to live for two years, then settled in Madison in 1948....
Dean Smith
Apr 30, 2017
MADISON- Dean Smith died on April 30th. He was born on April 11, 1928 in Chicago, to Dr. & Mrs. Stanley J. Smith. He lived in Oak Park, IL, Eveleth, MN, and Belvidere, IL. He played trumpet and led the high school swing band. After graduation in 1945 at 17, he joined the John Paul Jones big band,...
Everett Pohlman
Apr 30, 2017
Sun Prairie Everett E. Pete Pohlman passed away on April 30, 2017. He was born on May 28, 1929 to Charles and Nellie Pohlman in Bristol, Wisconsin. He graduated from UW- Madison with a degree in business. He was a member of the Delta Sigma Pi fraternity. Pete was in the Air Force for two years following graduation....
Hector Miguel
Apr 30, 2017
MARKESAN Hector San Miguel passed away Sunday, April 30, 2017 at the William S. Memorial Veterans Hospital in Madison, WI at age 61. A gathering to celebrate Hector's life will be held on Thursday, May 4, 2017 from 2 until 4 p.m. at the American Legion Post 282, 11 E. Charles St., Markesan. Military Honors will begin at...
Regina Thomas
Apr 30, 2017
Madison - Regina Ann Thomas, age 67 passed away peacefully in her bed at her home on Sunday, April 30, 2017. She was born in Madison on May 26, 1949 and grew up in Barneveld, WI. She was the daughter of David and Amy (Nelson) Thomas. At the age of 18, she moved to Madison where she lived...
Richard Gullickson
Apr 30, 2017
Stoughton- Richard "Corky" O. Gullickson, age 83, passed away on Sunday, April 30, 2017 at Nazareth Health and Rehabilitation. He was born in Stoughton on October 15, 1933, the son of Oyvind and Inger Gullickson. Corky worked at Uniroyal in Stoughton and retired after 36 years of service. He enjoyed traveling and trap shooting. Corky is survived by...
Judith Olsen
Apr 30, 2017
MADISON - Judith Marie Olsen, 77, of Middleton, formerly of Albuquerque, NM and Monroe, WI passed away at UW Hospital on Sunday, April 30, 2017. She was born on December 1, 1939 in Wauwatosa, WI to Earl and Mary (Fry) Peck. Judie was a 1957 graduate of Horlick High School in Racine, WI and went on to further...
Theodore Smith
Apr 29, 2017
Madison: Theodore T. Smith passed away April 29th,2017 at his home in Madison Wisconsin. He was born April 30th, 1942 in Beaumont, Texas to Maggie and Marshall Toussaint and raised by Lillie Smith and Cournell Lee Smith. He graduated from Charlton Pollard High School in Texas and went on to study at the University of Wisconsin, Madison. Theodore...
Kay Bailey
Apr 28, 2017
Kay B. Bailey, age 71 of Sun Prairie, WI passed away on April 28, 2017 at The Willows Nursing Home. Kay was born on May 30th 1945 in Platteville, WI the daughter of Floyd Grunewald and Viola (Voigts) Grunewald. Kay was a 1963 graduate of Prairie Du Sac High School. For many years, she worked for The Wisconsin...
James Lund
Apr 28, 2017
James "Jim" Lee Lund passed away peacefully on April 28, 2017. Jim was born March 23, 1936, in Madison, Wisconsin, to parents Selma Johnson Lund and Henry Nelson Lund. Jim was the youngest of 8 children. Jim's growing up years were spent on Madison's East side, but he graduated from West High School, class of 1954, followed by...
Nancy Mcausland
Apr 28, 2017
Nancy McAusland raised a white flag in one hand and a middle finger raised high on the other aimed directly at the Fronto Temporal Dementia that tried its best for years to steal her life and her soul. She managed to remain true to herself despite this insidious disease to the very end, April 28, 2017. Nancy was...
Leroy Kurth
Apr 28, 2017
Madison - Leroy M. Kurth, age 60 passed away on Friday, April 28, 2017 at his home with his loving family by his side. He was born August 5th, 1956 in Darlington, WI, the son of Darwin and Kathryn (Thompson) Kurth. Leroy graduated from Darlington High School in 1974. He was a dedicated employee of W.T. Rogers and...
Dorothy Bernd
Apr 27, 2017
This is the story of Dorothy Helen Bernd. Dorothy was a wonderful woman that was loved and will always be cherished. Dorothy's story starts on October 5, 1926, in Hartford, WI. She was the only daughter of German immigrants, Tony and Bertha Rashke, who came to America through Ellis Island. Dorothy was an avid sports fan, especially when...
Michael Adler
Apr 26, 2017
Michael R. (Mike) Adler, age 68, lost his long and courageous battle with cancer on Wednesday, April 26, 2017 with family and friends at his side. Mike valued caring for his family and giving back to the community. His outgoing personality, sense of humor, dedication, and extreme loyalty left lasting memories never to be forgotten. Even though he...
Dante Renzoni
Apr 26, 2017
Private services will be held. Cress Center 6021 University Ave. Madison, WI 53705 608-238-8406
Pastor Laper
Apr 26, 2017
Sun Prairie - Pastor Ardin Doherty Laper, age 97, of Sun Prairie reached his heavenly home on Wednesday, April 26, 2017, at Hyland Crossing. He was born July 1, 1919, at home on the family farm near Markesan, WI to Oscar and Gertrude (Doherty) Laper. On September 2, 1919, Ardin was baptized. Ardin attended Prairie View rural school...
Genevieve Hilgendorf
Apr 26, 2017
Madison - Genevieve S. Hilgendorf, age 93, passed away on Wednesday, April 26, 2017 at Agrace Hospice Care. She was born on February 24, 1924 in Madison, Wisconsin, to Theodore and Rose (Pizzo) Speropulos. She married Arthur Hilgendorf on April 29, 1949 at Grace Episcopal Church in Madison, Wisconsin. She graduated from Madison East High School. Genevieve worked...
Marsha Indovina
Apr 25, 2017
Marsha Faye Indovina, age 74 Passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Tuesday, April 25, 2017. She was born February 1, 1943, in Wooster, Ohio, to Jewuel and Thelma (Carmen) Everley. On November 15, 1975, she married Leonard H. Indovina in Chicago Heights, Illinois. Together they raised one child. Marsha was raised in Hammond, Indiana and graduated...
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