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.
Joan Snell
Mar 2, 2016
MADISON - Joan Maglio Snell - born May 17, 1959 - passed away unexpectedly on March 2, 2016, from an apparent heart attack. Joanie was everyone's best friend. All who knew her praised her kindness, generosity, and love for everyone. She was always conscious of the people around her and willing to offer advice and support. With her...
Donald Courtney
Mar 2, 2016
MADISON- Donald F. Courtney died on March 2nd, 2016 at Sebring Assisted Living under the exceptional guidance of Hospice Care-especially Lisa. He proudly served in the Navy from 1952-1954. Donald married Vera J. Dixon on December 14th, 1992. They recently celebrated their 23rd wedding anniversary. He retired from the Department of Transportation in April of 1994 after working...
David Dumbleton
Mar 2, 2016
New Glarus - David Paul Dumbleton Ph. D died suddenly March 2nd, 2016. His wife and daughter were with him surrounded by caring hospice and medical staff. David was born April 29, 1942 in Waukesha, WI to Paul Kenneth and Violet Z D Dumbleton. His school years progressed through Waukesha Public Schools where he excelled in all academics...
Nancy Bruce
Mar 2, 2016
NANCY MENG BRUCE 7/29/32 - 3/2/16 Born in Milwaukee to Gene and Bobbe Meng, Nancy enjoyed a classic Midwest upbringing with brother Dick. As a sophomore Home Ec. Major at University of Wisconsin in Madison, Nancy met and fell in love with junior Finance major and fellow Wisconsinite Bob Bruce. She taught nursery school before marrying Bob and...
David Snodgrass
Mar 1, 2016
Fitchburg David A. Snodgrass, of Fitchburg, passed peacefully surrounded by family on Tuesday, March 1, 2016. He was born on July 20, 1956 in Milwaukee, the son of the late Jack and Mary Jane (Andrew) Snodgrass. He married Ellen Benedict on October 12th, 1991. They proudly raised 4 children, Joseph, Charlie, Carrie and Jack. Dave was the most...
Hugh Gibson
Mar 1, 2016
Fitchburg - Hugh B. Gibson, age 93, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2016 at Sylvan Crossing Assisted Living. He is survived by his children Ronelle Wedig, Madison; Eloise Jennifer (Allan) Christensen, Stoughton; Guy (Mina) Gibson, Madison and Joe Gibson, Verona. No services will be held. Memorials may be made out to the family for new outdoor seating...
Kenneth Stelzer
Mar 1, 2016
McFarland/Stoughton - Kenneth C. Stelzer, age 83, passed away on March 1, 2016 at home with his family by his side. He was born on January 18, 1933 in Bloomer, WI. He was a son of the late Milton F. and Mabel (Fritsch) Stelzer. He graduated from Stoughton High School. Ken served in the United States Army. He...
Philip Tardrew
Mar 1, 2016
Madison, Wisconsin. Philip L. Tardrew ("Phip" to his Australian family and "Gaga" to his 13 grandchildren), age 91, died peacefully in his sleep on March 1, 2016, with his beloved wife of 60 years, Joyce, and daughters Sharon and Wendy, at bedside. Phil was born on January 19, 1925 in Adelaide, Australia to Leslie and Myra (n�e Mitchell)...
Mason Howell
Mar 1, 2016
Mason T. Howell, age 66, passed away peacefully in the arms of his wife, Mary Lou, and daughter, Mandy, on March 1, 2016 at the UW Hospital, Madison, Wisconsin. For the last year and a half Mason fought a form of blood cancer, known as MDS. He was born on December 31, 1949 in Oakland, California. He was...
Kenneth Birkholz
Feb 29, 2016
Sun Prairie - Kenneth L. Birkholz, age 91, passed away on Monday, February 29, 2016, at Karmenta Nursing Home in Madison. He was born on November 25, 1924, in Wonewoc, Wisconsin the son of Louis and Lela (Seflow) Birkholz. Ken was united in marriage to Jessie Petersen on June 17, 1967, in Madison. He worked at Oscar Mayer...
Steven Lewis
Feb 28, 2016
MADISON - Steve Lewis, who grew up playing on the Yahara River, Cherokee Marsh, and Lake Mendota, died February 28, 2016 at home in Madison. He was 72 and a lifetime Madisonian. Steve's love of the water led to his career at the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, where for more than 25 years, he worked as a...
William Bohne
Feb 28, 2016
WAUNAKEE- William "Bill" Bohne, age 39, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, February 28, 2016. He was born on July 15, 1976 in Madison to Cyril "Buck" and Mary Anne (Welsh) Bohne. Bill received the Eagle Scout rank from Boy Scouts of America in 1993 and graduated from Waunakee High School in 1994. He went on to graduate from MATC...
Adeline Thompson
Feb 28, 2016
Fitchburg / Sun City, AZ / Randolph - Adeline M. Thompson (formerly Jones), age 91, passed away on Sunday, February 28, 2016 at Sylvan Crossings in Fitchburg, WI. She was born on October 27, 1924 to William and Julie Rupnow in Columbia County, WI. Adeline graduated from Brandon High School in 1940. Adeline was united in marriage to...
Ilya Fiksel
Feb 28, 2016
MADISON- Ilya Iosofovich Fiksel died peacefully and surrounded by love on February 28, 2016 at the age of 87 in Madison, WI. Ilya was born in 1928 in a small Jewish settlement in Ukraine. His father Iosif was a handyman; his mother Sara stayed at home to raise her children. They had two children - Ilya, and his...
Gordon Ranney
Feb 28, 2016
Madison - Gordon C. Ranney, age 53 - With deepest sadness we mourn the passing of Gordon Ranney on February 28th, 2016, at the age of 53. He succumbed to a long struggle with cancer surrounded by his family, friends and beloved wife Jeanette. Born in London in 1962 to Austin and Betsey Ranney, Gordon was the third...
Irene King
Feb 28, 2016
MADISON/WAUNAKEE - Irene V. (Wells) King, age 92, passed away peacefully at Waunakee Manor on Sunday Feb. 28, 2016. She was born July 20, 1923 in Chicago, IL. The daughter of the late LeRoy and Irene (Waller) Wells. She married William James Butler on Feb. 7, 1948 in Chicago. They had many good years raising their 4 children...
Marion Tande
Feb 28, 2016
MADISON - Marion Ardelia Tande, age 102, passed away peacefully at Oakwood Village in Madison, Wis., on Sunday, Feb. 28. She was born July 27, 1913, in Hanska, Minn., to Mikal Mikkelson and Amanda (Anderson) Mikkelson. Marion grew up on the home farm as the eldest of five children. As a young child, she spoke Norwegian and attended...
Veronica Camacho
Feb 27, 2016
MADISON- Veronica Natalia Camacho, age 11, after accomplishing her mission in life passed away on Saturday Feb. 27, 2016. Veronica enjoyed music, sunshine and being outside. She treasured her time spent at the Easter Seals Camps very much. She was the very essence of Love! Veronica made everyone who knew her a better person, and she is now...
William Bowen
Feb 27, 2016
Stoughton- William D. Bowen, age 97, passed from this world on Saturday, February 27, 2016. He was born in Evansville on May 16, 1918 to William Herbert Ernest and Ada Huie Bowen. William farmed for several years in the Evansville and Stoughton area. On February 10, 1937 he married Ruby H. Moe and together they had six children....
Jacqueline Collins
Feb 27, 2016
WAUNAKEE Jacqueline Rae "Jackie" Collins, 71, passed away peacefully, Saturday, February 28, 2016 surrounded by her family following a long illness. Jackie was born in Madison to the late John and Evalyn (Heyroth) Gedko. She attended Central High School. On July 26, 1969 she was united in marriage to John Collins. Jackie had a wonderful sense of humor...
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