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.
Raymond Genin
Mar 14, 2017
Raymond George Genin, age 94, of Madison, WI died on Tuesday, March 14, 2017 peacefully at home. Raymond's family celebrates his victory over the constraints of his physical decline, knowing he was welcomed into heaven by a loving Savior. Born on April 27, 1922 in Belleville, WI, Ray was born and raised on the family farm southwest of...
Virginia Quam
Mar 14, 2017
McFarland / Stoughton - Virginia L. Quam, age 95, passed away on Tuesday, March 14, 2017 at The Odd Fellows Nursing Home in Green Bay. She was born on January 1, 1922, in Cambridge, WI, the daughter of Carl and Lydia Reierson. She graduated from Stoughton High School and married Norman Quam. They were lifelong members of McFarland...
Timothy Howe
Mar 14, 2017
MADISON - Timothy Myles Howe, age 80, died peacefully at home on Tuesday March 14, 2017. Tim was born on February 27, 1937 in Sun Prairie, WI to Raymond Michael and Alice Marie (Fahrenkopf) Howe. He grew up above Howe Brothers Plumbing on Williamson Street, next to the fire station. His parents, older brothers, and the firemen instilled...
Dr. Pacht
Mar 14, 2017
MADISON - Dr. Asher Roger Pacht was born on July 2, 1922, in Youngstown, Ohio, to Joseph and Tillie Pacht. He attended Ohio University in 1939 and after graduation immediately enlisted in the U.S. Army, where he rose to the rank of Captain. Dr. Pacht was an officer in the 11th Airborne division and saw combat in the...
Rosemary Johnson
Mar 13, 2017
MADISON- Rosemary Johnson passed away peacefully on March 13, 2017. Rosemary was born in Superior on September 7, 1928 to Albert and Alice Johnson. She spent most of her life in Madison where she worked as a librarian for the Madison Metropolitan School District. She was an active volunteer for the Madison Public Library, Overture Center, WI Public...
Richard Rogers
Mar 13, 2017
Madison - Richard J. Rogers, age 66, passed away on Monday, March 13, 2017, at his home in Madison. He was born on February 23, 1951, Madison, Wisconsin, the son of Fred and Patricia (LaMore) Rogers. Richard served in Air Force during the Vietnam War. He was united in marriage to Karen Alexander on May 14, 1977. Richard...
Myong Murphy
Mar 13, 2017
Madison- Myong Hui "Kim" Murphy, 79, of Madison passed away peacefully on Monday, March 13, 2017 at UW Hospital surrounded by her dear friends and family. Myong was born in Seoul, South Korea on May 29, 1937. Myong operated a Tea Room on the Air Force base in Seoul where she met her future husband, Raymond Murphy. Kim...
Robert Cooper
Mar 12, 2017
MADISON/MIDDLETON-Robert Ames Cooper died on March 12, 2017 with his wife of 67 years at his side. Bob was born the second son of Lucille Campbell and Earl John Cooper on November 11, 1926 in Evanston, IL. Bob attended Evanston Township High School, graduating in 1944 and immediately joined the Navy where he spent 18 months in the...
Rodney Ulteig
Mar 11, 2017
MADISON - Another good Viking has sailed to Valhalla...Rodney A. Ulteig, age 79, passed away on Sat. March 11, 2017 at UW Hospital in Madison, just 40 days short of his 80th birthday. A proud Norwegian, Rod was born Apr. 20, 1937 in Walcott, ND, the son of the late Henry and Marie (Gunness) Ulteig. He lived in...
Mary Calbert
Mar 11, 2017
WISCONSIN RAPIDS Mary Jane Calbert, age 96, formerly of Madison, died Saturday, March 11, 2017 at Arborwood Lodge Assisted Living Center in Wisconsin Rapids. Private family services were held at Cress Funeral Home in Madison, WI. Jane was born October 11, 1920 in Erie, PA to Wallace and Mary (Wilhelm) Fargo. She married Harold E. Calbert in 1942...
Ervin Erdahl
Mar 10, 2017
Stoughton- Ervin D. Erdahl, age 84, died on Friday, March 10, 2017 due to complications of Parkinson's and Congestive Heart Failure. He was born in the town of Montrose on September 7, 1932, the son of Stella (Norland) and Preston Erdahl. Ervin joined the Army National Guard on his 17th birthday. He married Shirley Halverson on December 3,...
Richard Schurman
Mar 9, 2017
MADISON- Richard Carlton Schurman, 93, passed away on Thursday, March 9th at Badger Prairie Health Care Center from complications of Alzheimer's disease. Richard (Rich, Dick) was born in Lewiston, Maine on February 9, 1924 to Walter P. and Bessie (Haines) Schurman. Following high school, he attended Leland Powers School of Radio and Theatre, Boston, MA until Christmas of...
John Frautschi
Mar 9, 2017
MADISON: John Jones Frautschi was born on November 18, 1929 as a 4th generation Madisonian and enjoyed an extraordinary 87 years as a great civic and business leader, wonderful husband and father, and cherished friend to so many. Unfortunately, on March 9, 2017, he "plumb wore out," and went to meet his maker and reunite with his wife...
Judy Gosse
Mar 9, 2017
MADISON- Judy Marie Gosse, age 58, of Madison passed away on March 9, 2017 at her home surrounded by loved ones. She was born on July 31, 1958 in Marshfield, WI, the daughter of Herman and Hazel (Krueger) Gosse. She graduated from Colby High School in 1976 and received her bachelor's degree in business administration from UW-Madison in...
Catherine Mulcahy
Mar 8, 2017
Dane- Catherine "Cathy" Joan Mulcahy, age 50, of Dane passed away on Wednesday, March 8, 2017 at University of Wisconsin Hospital surrounded by her family. Cathy was born on August 8, 1966 in Madison, WI, the daughter of Eugene and Jean (Haag) Ripp. She graduated from Lodi High School in 1984 and Edgewood College in 1993. Cathy married...
William Brooks
Mar 8, 2017
Madison- William S. Brooks, 78, of Madison, passed away Wednesday, March 8th, 2017, after a brief illness. He was born October 19th, 1938 in Rockford, Illinois. Bill dedicated his life to studying and protecting the environment, and teaching others how to do the same. After graduating from Ripon College with a bachelor's degree in Biology, he continued his...
Phyllis Reynolds
Mar 7, 2017
Madison / Waunakee - Phyllis N. Reynolds, age 82, passed away on March 7, 2017 at St. Mary's Care Center. She was born on December 23, 1934 to Hobart and Alice (Kendall) Williams in Hazel Green, Wisconsin. Phyllis was born and raised on the family farm in Hazel Green, with her seven siblings. She attended a one room...
Zachary Clark
Mar 6, 2017
Madison - The world lost one of the finest, most passionate souls on March 6, 2017, with the passing of Zachary James Clark, MD, who died after a brief, sudden illness. Zach (aka Clark) was a loving husband, brother, son and friend. Zach was born on January 25, 1986 to his loving parents, Jim and Mary, and grew...
Donald Nepstad
Mar 6, 2017
Donald Erling Nepstad passed on "to his next great adventure" on March 6, 2017. Born in Chicago on October 1, 1928, he lived his early years in the North Shore area of the city. Obtaining an education was an early, lasting interest and goal. He received undergraduate degrees from Bethel and Monmouth colleges in Minnesota and Illinois. He...
Charles Wilson
Mar 6, 2017
WAUNAKEE- Charles David Wilson, age 90, of Waunakee, passed away on Monday, March 6, 2017 at his residence. He was born August 30, 1926 in Davenport Iowa, the son of Charles and Helen Wilson. He married Connie Van Pelt in Fond Du Lac, Wisconsin and later on Yvette Thibodeau in Madawaska, Maine. Charles earned his Bachelor of Science...
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