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.
Stephen A. Brausen
Jul 5, 2024
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Stephen “Steve” Anthony Brausen, age 72, of Summerville, SC passed away on July 5th, 2024. He was born in Madison, WI and was the eldest son of the late John and Teresa Brausen. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Loretta (nee Anderer), his siblings Suzanne Brausen of New Orleans, LA; Mary Brausen of Minneapolis, MN; James...
Phyllis Marie Moore
Jul 5, 2024
After a short battle with cancer, Phyllis Marie (Anderson) Moore passed away peacefully, at home, July 5, 2024, with her husband, Pete, and her sister, Ginny, by her side. Phyllis was born on April 21, 1954, in Hillsboro, WI, the daughter of Ellery and Marguerite (Stanek) Anderson. She grew up on the family farm near Mt. Tabor, WI. She loved...
Kyee Young Koh
Jul 3, 2024
Kyee Young Koh, 77, passed away in Madison, Wisconsin on July 3, 2024, from pulmonary fibrosis, with his cherished family by his side. Mercifully, his last few hours on this earth were calm and peaceful.
Kyee was born on June 20, 1947, in Seoul, Korea, to Chang Sup Koh, a physician, and Bok Soon Kim, a schoolteacher. He was an only...
Mary Joan Kaminski
Jul 2, 2024
Mary Joan Kaminski was born on September 8, 1948 in Green Bay Wisconsin, as the first child of Carl Kaminski and Joan (Schwalbach) Kaminski. Her family lived in several places in Eastern Wisconsin. She graduated from Fort Atkinson High School in 1966 and studied for a semester at the University of Wisconsin, Steven’s Point.
Mary Joan moved to Madison and began...
James "Jim" King Ruhly
Jul 2, 2024
James “Jim” King Ruhly passed away on July 2, 2024 in Madison, WI, surrounded by his loving wife Carol, sons David and Christopher (Topher), and his grandson Sean. Shortly before he passed he was able to see and speak with granddaughter Shea, grandson Jace, and daughters in law Amanda and Lori. Jim was surrounded by love and support in his...
Leif Rahn Mogensen
Jul 2, 2024
Leif Rahn Mogensen age 52 of Madison, WI passed away Tuesday July 2, 2024 due to injuries sustained in a bicycle accident. He was a much beloved husband, father, son, and friend.
Leif was born in Wausau, WI on July 26, 1971 to Maynard and Nancy Mogensen. He lived in Wausau until he transferred to UW-Madison in 1992. He met his...
Mary Ann Fix
Jul 1, 2024
Mary Ann Fix died on July 1, 2024. She was a true friend to every person who was fortunate enough to know her; a beautiful giving soul full of gentle caring and kindness. Mary always jumped at the chance to help, support, uplift, encourage and listen to anyone. Everyone who knew her has stories of all she did for them...
Donald William Borchers
Jul 1, 2024
Donald Borchers, age 73, of Madison, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Monday July 1 at Agrace Hospice in Fitchburg.
Don was born on June 1, 1951, to Roland (Pat) and Rosemary Borchers. He graduated from Madison East High School in 1969.
Don worked for many years at various jobs, his last being with First Class Mailers. He was very active...
Frances Marie Nelson
Jul 1, 2024
Madison-Cottage Grove-Portage- Sun Prairie: Frances Marie Nelson, age 88, passed away at Talamore Senior Living Monday, July 1, 2024. She was born November 15, 1935 the daughter of Nicholas J. and Josephine Fiore. Frances married Milo R. Nelson February 11, 1956 in Madison.
Fran grew up in the Greenbush neighborhood in Madison, graduated from Madison Central High School and attended UW...
Polly Anne Petroff
Jul 1, 2024
Polly Anne Petroff (Peters) age 85, resident of Wausau, Wis. for more than 50 years, died July 1, 2024. Polly was born November 23, 1938 in Columbus, Ohio the daughter of Fred Peters and stepmother Katherine Peters. She was raised by her paternal grandparents Julia and John Peters, known to her as Mother Judy and Daddy Jack. Polly married to...
Joe Anthony Ell
Jul 1, 2024
Loving husband, father, and grandfather, Joe Ell, 62, of Sun Prairie, WI, passed away at home on Monday, July 1st, after a short illness. Joe Ell was born June 13, 1962 to Jack and Jean Ell in Grand Forks, ND. Joe spent his childhood in Grand Forks with his family, graduating from Red River High School in 1981, and attending...
Grace Krajco
Jul 1, 2024
Grace (Eiborg) Krajco passed away July 1, 2024. She was 98 years old and the daughter of Emmanuel and Clara Eiborg. Grace was born April 1, 1926. She was raised in a proud Danish family.
Grace grew up in Sun Prairie, WI. She married Wilfred Krajco on October 15, 1949 in Madison, WI. Wilfred and Grace were the founders and owners...
Thelma Foust Ameter
Jun 30, 2024
Thelma Foust Ameter was born Thelma Victoria Foust on June 23, 1926, in the quiet town of Hope, IN. The youngest of four daughters to George Gaines Foust and Beatrice Cecelia (McIntire) Foust, Thelma's roots were firmly planted in the heartland. After losing both parents by the age of seven, she spent her adolescence living with a succession of relatives.
After...
Patrick Landini
Jun 30, 2024
It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Patrick Landini, aged 63, who passed away unexpectedly on June 30, 2024.
Pat was a production supervisor with over 37 years of experience in the manufacturing field. He was educated at Madison Area Technical College where he earned his degree in Supervisory Management. He was employed as the Production Control Specialist...
Rhonda L. Dudley
Jun 30, 2024
We are saddened to announce the passing of Rhonda Lee Dudley. Her vibrant memory will remain in our hearts forever. Rhonda was an extraordinary person known for her kindness and thoughtfulness. Like anyone, she had her virtues and failings, but it was her goodness that truly set her apart.
Daughter, wild child, mother, nurse, wife, farmer, trucker, educator, and a...
Philip J. Klun
Jun 30, 2024
Philip J. Klun, age 82, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 30, 2024, surrounded by his loving family and wife Marcia. He was born on April 2, 1942, in Ely, Minnesota, to Anton and Julia (Pishler) Klun. Phil was a man of integrity and deep devotion to his family.
Phil's life was marked by a commitment to service and adventure. He...
Sylvia Garcia
Jun 29, 2024
Sylvia Ruth Garcia, 73 of Madison, Wisconsin, passed away at UW Hospital on June 29, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. Sylvia was born in Waukesha, Wisconsin to Benito Garcia and Isabel Arreazola. Sylvia graduated from Waukesha South High school and went on to pursue her dreams at UW-Madison. Sylvia was the first recorded Chicana to graduate from the UW...
Ruth Elizabeth McNeill
Jun 29, 2024
Sun Prairie- Ruth Elizabeth McNeill peacefully passed away at her Sun Prairie home on Friday, June 29, 2024 at the age of 94. She was the daughter of Stephen and Mary Doyle, and united in marriage to David McNeill on January 20, 1951 in Highland, WI. Ruth deeply loved her 10 children and her growing family of grandchildren and great...
Louise Maier
Jun 29, 2024
Maier, Louise (Kalscheur)
Waunakee/Cross Plains – Louise Maier, age 85, died on Saturday, June 29th. She was born December 8, 1938 in Cross Plains, the daughter of Leo (Buddy) and Margaret (Esser) Kalscheur. Louise married Edwin Maier on May 5, 1959 at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Cross Plains.
She was employed by the Wisconsin Dept. of Public Instruction, Division for...
John W. Eichenseher
Jun 28, 2024
John Walter Eichenseher, age 78, finished his remarkable life journey on June 28, 2024, after a long struggle with Alzheimer’s disease.
He was born and raised in Valparaiso, Indiana. He lost his father at the age of two, and was raised by his mom, who struggled to make ends meet. Inspired by his high school math teacher, he participated in Indiana...
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