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.
Helen Mitchell
Apr 4, 2017
Helen Birkin Kennedy Mitchell, age 85, passed away on Tuesday April 4, 2017 in Fitchburg, Wisconsin. She was born on October 27, 1931 in New Rochelle, New York, to the late Solon and Katherine (Birkin) Kennedy. Helen was a Chagrin Falls High School graduate, Class of 1949. For Helen, home was in Chagrin Falls, Ohio where she raised...
John Haugen
Apr 4, 2017
Edgerton- John R. Haugen, age 79, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 4, 2017 with his wife by his side. He was born in Edgerton on June 17, 1937, the son of Irvin and Lois Haugen. John was baptized and confirmed in Christ Lutheran Church in Stoughton. He graduated from Edgerton High School in 1955. John enlisted in...
Byron Peterson
Apr 3, 2017
MADISON- Byron D. Peterson, age 89, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2017 following a brief illness. Byron, the late son of Joseph and Mary (Williams) Peterson, was born on his mother's birthday on September 13, 1927 in Dodgeville. He was the youngest of eight children and was surrounded by the love of his parents and siblings. He...
V. Whitesel
Apr 2, 2017
MADISON - Russ Whitesel, age 73, died on April 2, 2017 at Agrace Hospice one week after a family gathering which included his wife, Elizabeth Whitesel, daughters Leah (Justin Gates) and Emily (Aaron Spicer) Whitesel, and grandchildren Rosalind, Judah, and Owen. After graduating from Northern Illinois University, Russ enlisted in the Peace Corps and served in Turkey. He...
Dean Ruid
Apr 2, 2017
Dean A. Ruid, 92 of Madison passed away Sunday April 2nd. He was born in Exeland, Wisconsin, November 16, 1924. He served in World War II with the 1471 Engineers Maintenance Company in France and Germany until he was injured in the Saint-Valery-en-Caux train accident January 17, 1945. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with BS degrees...
Elaine Mcdonald
Apr 1, 2017
MADISON -"You are my sunshine, my only sunshine." Elaine McDonald (Bakke) passed away on Saturday, April 1st, 2017, at the age of 93. She was a passionate, kind, and spirited woman. She will be remembered for many things, including her incredible artistic talents, her beautiful musical inclinations, and her love of children. As the owner of her own...
Carol Jensen
Apr 1, 2017
JENSEN, CAROL LOIS SUN PRAIRIE-Carol Lois Beck Jensen, age 87, Devoted wife and mother passed away on April 1, 2017. She was born Dec. 5, 1929, in Racine, the daughter of Christian and Florence (Molter) Beck. Carol graduated from Washington Park High School in Racine. After high school, she met the love of her life, Willard John Jensen,...
Patricia Elert
Mar 31, 2017
Patricia Elert was born on August 18, 1931. On Friday, March 31, 2017, at dawn, God ended her pain, and along with all who passed before, welcomed her to heaven. Patricia was born in Milwaukee where she met her husband, Erwin Elert, and where they wed in 1950. Pat will be remembered for much more than her green...
Arthur Sweet
Mar 31, 2017
Cress Funeral & Cremation Service is serving the family. Cress Funeral and Cremation Service 3610 Speedway Road Madison 608-238-3434
Maxie Griffith
Mar 30, 2017
Cress Funeral & Cremation Service is serving the family. Cress Funeral and Cremation Service 3610 Speedway Road Madison 608-238-3434
Thomas Consigny
Mar 30, 2017
MADISON Thomas Consigny, age 83, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 30, 2017 surrounded by his loving family. Tom was born in Madison on February 11, 1934 to the late Frieda and Harry Consigny. He is survived by his twin brother, Ned; his brother-in-law, Bruce (Judy) McDowell of Minocqua; and nieces and nephews. Tom was preceded in death...
Michael Brennecke
Mar 30, 2017
MADISON - Without warning, Thursday morning, March 30th, God decided he needed another angel in heaven and so he called his son, Michael Eugene Brennecke, to join him. Michael was born to George and Setsuko (Seito) Brennecke on October 9, 1951 in Sasebo, Japan. Michael was a loving husband of 35 years to his wife, Mary Laedtke, and...
James Catrona
Mar 30, 2017
Stoughton - James M. Catrona, age 96, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 30, 2017. He was born on September 21, 1920 in Brooklyn, NY, the son of Paul and Wilhemina (Hess) Catrona. James was an avid fisherman enjoyed the Packers, Badgers, prime rib and a good scotch. Retired Tool & Dye maker for Grumman Aerospace, Bethpage NY....
Joyce Leadley
Mar 29, 2017
MADISON/MIDDLETON- Joyce Ann (Weir) Leadley died on Wednesday, March 29, 2017 in Middleton, WI. The daughter of Walter A. and Mary A. (White) Weir, Joyce was born on January 11, 1925 in Waukesha, Wisconsin. After graduating from Waukesha High School, she attended Miss Brown's Business School in Milwaukee. She was employed at the Columbian Art Works prior to...
Arthur Bormett, Jr.
Mar 29, 2017
MADISON-Arthur E. Bormett, Jr., age 73, died on March 29, 2017. Art was born January 14, 1944 in Madison, WI to Elizabeth P. Grimm and Arthur E. Bormett, Sr. He grew up in Madison and graduated from Edgewood High School. Art worked in the graphic arts field where he did book binding, silk screening, die cutting and printing....
David Kornoelje, Jr.
Mar 29, 2017
Private services will be held. Cress Center 6021 University Ave. Madison, WI 53705 608-238-8406
Jaafar Al-Abdulla
Mar 28, 2017
MADISON Jaafar Khalaf Al-Abdulla passed away Tuesday, March 28, 2017 at age 90. Jaafar was born in Basra, Iraq on January 7, 1927 to the late Khalaf and Reheyja (El-Rumeid) Al-Abdulla. Jaafar was a Professor at the University of Wisconsin, Madison for 30+ years until his retirement in 1997. He is survived by his wife of 50 years,...
Diana Renner
Mar 28, 2017
Diana M Renner, age 83, passed away peacefully on March 28, 2017 in Madison. Diana was born in Auburn, Indiana, the daughter of Harry and Ruth Stewart Messenger. Diana was a loving and devoted wife and a caring and supportive mother. Diana graduated from Auburn High School and attended Katherine Gibbs and Wellesley College (Wellesley, MA). She talked...
Mindy York
Mar 28, 2017
ELSINORE CA/ WAUNAKEE-Mindy R. (Peck) York , age 64, daughter of Mathew (Boots) and Marylyn Peck, born on January 31st, 1953, and passed away from natural causes on Tuesday, March 28th , 2017, in California. She is survived by her husband, Steve York; a son, Jesse York; her mother, Marylyn Heard; a sister, Michelle (Scott) Sailing; a brother,...
Corey Murray
Mar 27, 2017
Marshall/McFarland - Corey T. Murray, age 50 passed away on Monday, March 27, 2017 at Agrace HospiceCare in Fitchburg with his loving family by his side. He was born on April 20, 1966 in Madison, the son of Charles and Roberta (Meyers) Murray. On January 4, 1986 Corey was united in marriage to Ronda Moen in Madison, Wisconsin....
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