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.
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...
Caroline O'Malley
Mar 5, 2017
Caroline born on December 30, 1916 in the Town of Lessor, Shawano County, passed to her heavenly home on March 5, 2017. She was the daughter of the late Gilbert and Pearl (Botzet) Hanson. She married George W. Kripps in Madison June 19, 1937. George died on March 26, 1960. She married Thomas V. O'Malley March 15, 1963....
Clemens Reitmair
Mar 5, 2017
MADISON- Clemens Joseph Reitmair, born October 9th, 1930, has passed away on March 5th, 2017. Family and friends may visit at Our Lady Queen of Peace, 401 S Owen Drive, Madison on Thursday, March 9th, 2017 from 10:00 AM until time of the funeral service at 11:00AM. Clemens will be laid to rest at St. Andrew Cemetery in...
Kent Md
Mar 4, 2017
Kent S. Mannis, age 81, of Madison, WI, passed away on March 4, 2017, after a battle with cancer. He was born on May 29, 1935 in Sparta, WI to parents Harry and Ruth (Mayer) Mannis. Husband to Valerie (Sklar) Mannis for 58 years; father to Marci Mannis and the late Andrea Mannis; grandfather to Breanna Mannis Demont....
Russell Braun
Mar 4, 2017
Madison - Russell M. Braun, age 84 of Madison, Wis., passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 4, 2017, at home. He was born on June 27, 1932, on a farm outside of Le Center, Minnesota, to parents Oscar and Muriel (Christian) Braun. He was the husband of Joan (Krantz) Braun for 62 years, father to Michael Braun (Julie),...
Phyllis Wittig
Mar 3, 2017
Stoughton - Phyllis Maxine Wittig, age 92 and a half, of Madison died Friday, March 3, 2017 at the University of Wisconsin Hospital surrounded by family. She was born September 24, 1924, to Eva (Slater) and Wilkie Collins in the shadow of the Devil's Tower in Wyoming. On November 7th, 1942 she married the love of her life,...
Lance Waite
Mar 3, 2017
Cottage Grove Lance D. Waite, age 46, passed away on Friday, March 3, 2017. He was born on March 22, 1970, in Milwaukee,the son of Verdelle Schaefer. Lance was united in marriage to Laura Hopwood on August 15, 1997, in Janesville. Together they raised five children. Lance was an avid outdoorsman and a man of great character. He...
Helen Rubnitz
Mar 3, 2017
MILWAUKEE/MADISON Helen Rubnitz died peacefully in Memphis on Friday, March 3, 2017. Helen was born to Joseph and Ann Branovan in Milwaukee on Jan. 15, 1927. Helen married William ("Bill") Rubnitz in Milwaukee in 1954. They were married over 50 years when William died in 2006. Bill and Helen had two children, Susan (Joel) Winnig of Madison and...
Paul Coughlin
Mar 3, 2017
MADISON - Paul L. Coughlin, age 92, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2017 at Agrace HospiceCare. He was born on May 22, 1924 in Burlington, WI to Lester and Eleanor Coughlin. Paul was proud to be a Veteran of World War II serving in the Army Air Corps, and was honored to travel to Washington, D.C. with...
Dan Sackash
Mar 3, 2017
WAUNAKEE- Dan G. Sackash, age 63, passed away on Friday, March 3, 2017 at the UW Hospital. For two years, Dan battled Multiple Myeloma cancer having an amazing and positive attitude. Before cancer set in, he loved to ski, hike, found delight and freedom riding his bike, and also loved amateur photography. Dan was born and raised in...
Frances Caruso
Mar 2, 2017
MADISON - Frances (Amato) Caruso, age 80, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Thurs. Mar. 2, 2017 at the UW Hospital in Madison after a courageous battle with a brain tumor found on Dec. 5, 2016. She was born Mar. 14, 1936 in Palermo Sicily Italy to the late Giovanni and Maria...
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