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.
Vincent Sexton
Mar 19, 2017
Madison - Vincent ("Vince" and, to his friends, "Vinny") Frederick Sexton of Madison, born October 19, 1951, passed away on March 19, 2017, in his Madison home. His parents were Austin Rigney, Helen Shannon, and his adoptive father, Thomas Sexton. After serving in the Vietnam War, Vince worked in the commodities industry before moving into the restaurant industry....
Judith Schenck
Mar 18, 2017
MADISON-Judith Ferdinandsen Schenck, age 90, died on Saturday, March 18, 2017, at Oakwood East in Madison. Judith was born in Worthington, MN to Lloyd and Helen (Martin) Ferdinandsen. She married Ronald Hanson Schenck on March 10, 1948, and both graduated cum laude from Winona State in 1948. Judy and Ron both taught music and mathematics in the high...
Judith Kaufman
Mar 17, 2017
Judith (Judy) Zukerman Kaufman, our most beloved mother, wife, daughter, sister, grandmother, aunt, teacher, and friend died of a heart attack at the Capitol Lakes assisted living community, where she was recovering from a staph infection. Judy was born in 1937, in Chicago, and grew up in a rich and vibrant immigrant Jewish family. From her family, she...
Kim Serchen-Ritchey
Mar 17, 2017
Kim Serchen-Ritchey found eternal peace March 17th, 2017, age 60. Beloved wife of Brian. Cherished daughter to Bill and Ginny. Sister to Mike (Mary Lou), Luann (Randy) Dibb, Jim (Marie), Jill (Steve) Douglas, Jeff (Kelli). Step-mother to Chad (Jenny) and Gina (Bill). Momo to Xander and Alyshia (Dave) and family. And loving aunt to many. Also loved by...
Caroline Huggett
Mar 16, 2017
Ethel "Caroline" Huggett, age 91, of Madison, Wisconsin, passed away on March 16, 2017 at Oakwood Village Prairie Ridge. She was born on August 4, 1925 in Cadiz, Ohio, the daughter of James R. Furbay and Ethel M. Walker. As the daughter of a Quaker minister, the family moved to various congregations in Ohio, Indiana, and Iowa. She...
Carol Holverson
Mar 15, 2017
Stoughton - Carol Jean Holverson, age 78, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 15, 2017 at Skaalen Nursing Home and Rehab. She was born on August 7, 1938 in Stoughton, the daughter of Russell and Alma (Olson) Gunsolus. On September 28, 1958 she married John Holverson Sr. Carol enjoyed the simple life and especially enjoyed spending time with...
Douglas Wilson
Mar 15, 2017
Douglas Bruce Wilson, age 76, died on March 15, 2017, in his daughter's home in Madison, Wisconsin after battling Lewy Body Dementia for several years. He was born in Norfolk, NE on August 1, 1940 to parents Bruce Howard and Alice Lena (Herfel) Wilson. Bruce, Alice, Doug, and Doug's sister Josie moved frequently during his childhood as Bruce...
Arlene Schwartz
Mar 15, 2017
Arlene L. Schwartz, age 94, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 15, 2017 at Rainbow Hospice in Johnson Creek. She was born in 1922, on the family farm in Fox Lake. She was the daughter of Elmer and Lillian (Schmidt) Lidtke. Arlene was united in marriage to James R. Schwartz on July 7, 1945, in Oakland, California. Together...
Glenn Engel
Mar 15, 2017
MADISON- Glenn G. Engel, age 84, passed away on Wednesday, March 15, 2017. Glenn is survived by his daughter Debbie (Bob) Engel-Ulrich; and grandchildren Chris and Tricia Ulrich. He is further survived by his brother Stan (Lois) Engel, and many other relatives and friends. Glenn was preceded in death by his wife Joyce and son Glenn. Glenn was...
Myron Fosdal
Mar 14, 2017
UTICA - Myron C. Fosdal, age 77, passed away on Tue. March 14, 2017 at his home in Utica. He was born Aug. 19, 1939 in Stoughton, to the late Oliver and Olive (Otteson) Fosdal. He attended Stoughton High School. Myron married Patricia Jansen in 1975 in Hawaii, and they had a lovely reception in Madison. He is...
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...
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