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.
Donna Nelson
Apr 5, 2016
Madison - Donna J. Nelson (n�e: Moore) passed away on Tuesday, April 5, 2016. Donna was born in Madison, WI on April 25, 1931 to the late Frank and Annie (Olinger) Moore. Donna was a lifelong resident of the Madison/Verona area. She attended Franklin Elementary School and graduated from Central High School in 1949. On December 16, 1950,...
Eugene Vosberg
Apr 4, 2016
WAUNAKEE - Eugene J. Vosberg, age 84, passed away at Agrace Hospicecare on Monday, April 4, 2016, after a long battle with cancer. Eugene was born on May 18, 1932, the son of John and Clara (Berning) Vosberg in Grant County, Wisconsin. He was a graduate of Loras College and proudly served his country in the Korean War....
Willard Sprague
Apr 4, 2016
Madison - Willard H. Sprague Jr., age 80 passed away unexpectedly at his home on Monday, April 4, 2016. He was born on August 16, 1935 at Madison General Hospital to Willard H. and Jennie (Gussman) Sprague. His family moved from McFarland, Wisconsin to Madison in December of 1941. He attended Washington and St. Raphaels Grade School. He...
Kenneth Rotar
Apr 4, 2016
Rotar, Kenneth David Madison: Kenneth David Rotar passed away peacefully on April 4,2016 at UW Hospital at the age of 51. He was born on February 10,1965 in Milwaukee WI. to Philip and Katherine Rotar. Ken was diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy as a baby, however he never let this get in the way of him accomplishing anything...
Arlene Larson
Apr 4, 2016
Stoughton- Arlene Larson, age 80, died at home on Monday, April 4, 2016. She was born in Janesville on February 15, 1936 to Leroy and Taladia Larson. Arlene enjoyed many years as a participant in the MARC-Stoughton Program and the Special Arts Choir. Singing was definitely her specialty. Arlene is survived by her sister, Lorraine Johnson; and many...
Robert Brigham
Apr 2, 2016
He who walked the straight and narrow path, guided by compassion, civility, generosity, law and righteousness, Robert Horatio Brigham, passed away at St. Mary's Hospital on the April 2nd, 2016. He is survived by his loving family, the incomparable Iris (McDonald) wife of 62 years, to whom he was her lover and her best friend, twas the beginning...
Patrick Stoddard
Apr 2, 2016
Madison - Patrick Michael Stoddard, age 22, was unexpectedly released from this world on April 2, 2016, at his mother's home in Brooklyn, WI. Patrick was welcomed to the world with joy on January 8, 1994 in Madison, WI and graduated from Memorial High School in Eau Claire, WI. He received many academic awards and was a member...
Paul Mazzara
Apr 2, 2016
Madison - Paul J. Mazzara, age 59, born Nov. 24th 1956, died unexpectedly on April 2nd 2016 at St Mary's Hospital. He was the husband of Mary Ellen Hitt Mazzara, Father of Daniel J Mazzara, son of Rose and Carmelo Mazzara. Paul loved Fishing, Gardening and Cooking. He will be remembered for the wonderful Italian meals he prepared...
Jennivie Brennum
Apr 1, 2016
McFarland - Jennivie L. Brennum, age 84, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 1, 2016 at Oregon Manor. She was born on January 7, 1932 in Hub City, Wisconsin to parents Albert and Minnie (Shepard) Sugden. Jennivie married Lester Brennum on November 25, 1954 in Dodgeville. She enjoyed nature, going trout fishing, hiking, and spending time with her...
Gerald Pickett
Apr 1, 2016
MADISON Gerald E. Pickett passed away Friday, April 1, 2016 at age 74. Private family services will be held. Please share your memories of Gerald. Cress Funeral & Cremation Service 3610 Speedway Road Madison (608) 238-3434
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Roy Pierce
Apr 1, 2016
MADISON-Roy A. Pierce, age 82, passed away Friday, April 1, 2016 at Capitol Lakes. He was born May 24, 1933. He will forever be remembered as the guy who enjoyed watching baseball and football with his two sons. He liked to fish, bowl, and enjoyed playing cards, mostly Euchre. Roy was preceded in death by his loving wife...
Amanda Doherty
Apr 1, 2016
MADISON Amanda Jane Doherty began this month with a new life in her heavenly home, passing away on April 1, 2016, at Capitol Lakes Health Center, at the age of 94. She was born on July 2, 1921, at the family farm in Wyocena, WI, to Warren and Alice (Simmons) Allen. Because her mother died when Amanda was...
David Tabbutt
Mar 31, 2016
Madison- David H. Tabbutt, age 60, passed away on March 31, 2016. Services will be private. Cress Funeral & Cremation Service 3325 E. Washington Ave. Madison, WI 53704
Arnold Armbricht
Mar 30, 2016
Arnold Edward Armbricht, age 84, of Sun Prairie, passed away peacefully at Agrace Hospice Care on Wednesday, March 30th, 2016. Arnold was born on March 4th, 1932, in Madison, Wisconsin, the son of the late George and Marianne (Koebel) Armbricht. Arnold grew up in Madison and had a lifelong love of learning. He graduated from Central High School...
Margaret Rach
Mar 29, 2016
Verona - Margaret E. Rach, age 96, of Verona passed away on Tuesday, March 29, 2016, at St. Mary's Hospital. Known as Marg, she was born in Richland Center, the daughter of F.X. and Mary "Winnie" (Schoonover) Walsh. She was married on June 1, 1946 to Cyril G. "Hap" Rach, Sr. Marg and Hap lived in Spring Green...
Cherryl Kasakaitas
Mar 29, 2016
Madison - Cherryl Lynn KasaKaitas, age 70 was a devout Christian who entered heaven unexpectedly on Tuesday, March 29, 2016. She was born on April 18, 1945 in Portage, Wisconsin, the daughter of William and Audrey (Whittemore) KasaKaitas. In 1964, Cherryl graduated from West High School and then went on to earn degrees from Madison Business College and...
Winifred Mulder
Mar 29, 2016
Stoughton - Winifred Adell "Winn Adell" (Shinnick)Mulder died March 29, 2016. Knowing that this day would come I have written my own obituary. I was born July 7, 1930 in Watertown, SD moving to Wisconsin when I was 3, attended Oregon Public School, Madison Business College and MATC. I worked for the Celon Co, Madison, the Dept. of...
Nancy Becker
Mar 27, 2016
Nancy lived her entire life in Waunakee. She was born to Sam and Grace Blake on July 16, 1933, delivered at home on Second Street by her physician grandfather, Dr. Austin M. Blake. She graduated from Waunakee High School in 1951. She attended UW-Madison and went on to work at Farmers Mutual Insurance. Nancy married Ray Becker on...
Mary Royston
Mar 27, 2016
MADISON - Mary Jean "MJ" Royston, age 91, died Easter Sunday, surrounded by family, of health complications. She was born in La Crosse, WI, graduated from UW-Madison and was a long time resident of Madison. She is survived by children Gail Gladding-Pullara, Debby Royston- Statz and Andy Royston. Grand and great- grandchildren include Bryan, Sydney, Larissa, Dan, Andrea...
Barbara Zimbric
Mar 27, 2016
Waunakee - Barbara A. (Powers) Zimbric, age 67, passed away Easter Sunday at St. Mary's Hospital after a 6 month valiant battle with an illness. She was born on Feb. 11, 1949 in Beaver Dam, the daughter of the late Adrian and Marcella Powers. She graduated from Columbus High School and furthered her education and graduated from beauty...
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