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.
James Turnbull
Jun 29, 2016
Madison - James Matthew Turnbull, age 46, passed away at his home Wednesday, June 29, 2016 in Madison. Matthew was born on November 2,1969 in Madison, WI to Robert James and Linda Turnbull (Meyer). He is survived by his parents Jim and Linda Turnbull of New Baltimore, MI, also survived by his sister and brother in-law Sean and...
David Lewis
Jun 29, 2016
Lewis, David A. Madison - David A. Lewis, age 70, passed away on Wednesday, June 29, 2016, at Meriter Hospital in Madison, WI, in the loving arms of his wife Jeanine. He was a strong, kind, gentle, brilliant, quiet man and he will be greatly missed. David was born on March 7th, 1946, to William and Katherine (Simonds)...
Thomas Sather
Jun 27, 2016
MADISON/EAGLE RIVER: Thomas W. Sather, age 52, passed away unexpectedly but peacefully at his home in Eagle River, WI on June 27th, in the arms of his loving wife. He was born on May 22nd, 1964 in Madison, WI to William and Kathryne Sather (Haugh). Tom married Janet Kleinheinz in 1985, and together they had two children, Tristan...
David Siewert
Jun 27, 2016
Madison - David A. Siewert, age 57, passed away on Monday, June 27, 2016 at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison, surrounded by family and loved ones. Dave amazed and inspired all who knew him with the strength and spirit with which he faced terminal cancer. Dave was born in 1958 in Wausau, Wisconsin to Arthur and Agnes Siewert....
Brian Denny
Jun 26, 2016
Brian James Denny (57) of Sun Prairie, WI passed away suddenly on June 26, 2016. Brian was born on March 5, 1959 to Dorothy McDonald Denny and James W. Denny. He grew up in the Menlo, Iowa area and graduated from Guthrie Center High School where he enjoyed excelling in a variety of sports including wrestling, where he...
Marguerite Rietveld
Jun 26, 2016
Mary Marguerite "Rete" Rietveld died at her home in Madison on June 26, 2016 at the age of 93. She was born on March 12, 1923 in Harvey, IL to Isaac and Elizabeth Bardwick Rietveld. She grew up in Chicago Heights, IL. Marguerite received her Bachelor's and Master's degrees from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where she...
Martin Tyler, Sr.
Jun 26, 2016
DEFOREST/ARLINGTON- Martin J. Tyler, Sr. passed away Sunday, June 26, 2016 at the age of 88 years. He proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War. Martin was an avid Wisconsin sports fan. He also loved gardening, animals, reading, and taking walks. Martin is survived by his children Marty (Cathy), Steve (Doreen), and...
Eldre Cook
Jun 25, 2016
TOWN OF MIDDLETON - Eldre Antoinette Cook, age 86, of Middleton, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 25, 2016, at Agrace HospiceCare in Fitchburg. She was born on October 1, 1929 in Prairie du Chien, Wis., to Agnes (Borgen) and Richard W. Beuthin. As a graduate from Prairie du Chien High School and the University of Wisconsin -...
Delphine Meinholz
Jun 25, 2016
Delphine J. Meinholz, age 100, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Saturday, June 25, 2016. Delphine was born on June 16, 1916 in Stevens Point, daughter to Victor and Martha ( Pionkowski) Liebe. She was united in marriage to Herbert Meinholz on October 1, 1955 in Stevens Point. Together they raised one daughter, Patricia....
Sharon Luhrsen
Jun 24, 2016
Stoughton - Sharon Ann Luhrsen, age 72, passed away on Friday, June 24, 2016 at Agrace HospiceCare. She was born on March 19, 1944 in Madison, Wisc., the daughter of Herbert and Milla (Breingsness) Luhrsen. Sharon graduated from Marshall High School in 1962. For 17 years she worked for Research Products as a Senior File Clerk. She would...
Marvin Schaeffer
Jun 24, 2016
MADISON- Marvin J. Schaeffer died peacefully in his home on Friday, June 24, 2016 in Madison, Wisconsin, surrounded by his four children. Marvin was born on June 30, 1927 in Pollock, South Dakota. He was the third child born to Martin and Martha Schaeffer. He spent his youth helping his father farm and run their store and butcher...
Melvin Gabriel
Jun 24, 2016
MADISON - Melvin R. Gabriel, age 83, passed away on Friday June 24, 2016 at Agrace HospiceCare in Fitchburg. He was born Dec. 4, 1932 in Wells, MN, the son of the late Edwin and Irene (Krause) Gabriel. He married Esther Bauer on June 19, 1954 in Bloomer. Melvin is a member of St. Mark's Lutheran Church. He...
Denise Rheaume-Ceplina
Jun 24, 2016
Rhinelander: Denise Lindsey Rheaume-Ceplina, 65, passed away 6/24/16 after an 8 month battle with leukemia. She shared a generous, lively, and loving spirit with staff and clients at Rhinelander Headwaters for 27 years and 5 years at Lac du Flambeau Headstart. She gave of herself continuously to: Nicolet Players, Rhinelander Historical Society, Oneida County Fair, Tommy O's Playhouse,...
Erica Saffold
Jun 24, 2016
Erica L. Saffold passed away unexpectedly on Friday, June 24, 2016 at the age of 36 years. Private family services will be held. Please share your memories of Erica. Cress Center 6021 University Ave. Madison, WI 53705 608-238-8406
Helen Mulder
Jun 24, 2016
Madison - Helen Mulder passed away in her sleep at home in Madison, WI, at the age of 83. Helen was raised with her 12 brothers and sisters in northwest Iowa. After earning a master's degree in Library Science, Helen became a middle-school librarian in Oelwein, Iowa. She was an avid gardener and baker. She enjoyed sharing her...
John Niesen
Jun 23, 2016
Cross Plains John H. Niesen, age 65 of Cross Plains, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side on Thursday, June 23, 2016. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, brother-in-law, and uncle. John will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by his family and friends. John was born on December 15, 1950 in...
Robert Cubalchini
Jun 23, 2016
Madison - Robert F. Cubalchini "Bob", age 66 of Chanhassen, MN, died on June 23, 2016 in Edina, MN. He was born in Marinette, Wisconsin. He is survived by his loving wife, Evangeline Cubalchini, daughter Katherine Cubalchini of Chanhassen, Minnesota, his father, Frank Cubalchini of Sarasota, Florida and sister Bonnie Cubalchini of Madison, Wisconsin. Bob was preceded in...
Kimberly Zeier
Jun 22, 2016
McFarland - Kimberly Anne Zeier, age 45, passed away on Wednesday, June 22, 2016 from a tragic accident. She was born on February 2, 1971 in Madison, Wisconsin, the daughter of Jerry and Sandy Collins. Kimberly was a devoted and loving Mother to her children Josie and Daniel. Kimberly was a devoted daughter and had a special relationship...
George Fitzgerald
Jun 22, 2016
McFarland - Dr. George Patrick Fitzgerald, age 93, of McFarland, Wisc., passed away on June 22, 2016. He was born September 22, 1922 in Madison, Wisc., his parents were Morris and Cecilia Fitzgerald. He was married to Charlotte Mae Dickson on May 25, 1943 in Madison. He is survived by wife Charlotte M Fitzgerald; daughter, Patricia M Fitzgerald;...
K. Lindsay
Jun 22, 2016
MADISON- K. Don Lindsay, age 84, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 22nd, 2016 at Artisan Senior Living after a long battle with Alzheimer's. Don was born on October 9th, 1931 in Boscobel, WI. He was the son of Ervin G. and Hilda L. (Freitag) Lindsay. Don graduated from Hillsboro High School in the class of 1950. He...
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