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.
Bertha Duckert
Sep 17, 2015
Sun Prairie Bertha Mae Duckert, age 94, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 16, 2015. She was born on October 1, 1920 in Middleton to William and Mabel ( Stace) Squire. Bertha was united in marriage to her high school sweetheart, Miles Duckert on June 20, 1941 at the Manse at Bryn Mawr Presbyterian Church. Bertha attended Bailey...
Audrey Ebbe
Sep 16, 2015
Services are currently pending. Cress Center 6021 University Avenue Madison, WI 53705 608-238-8406
Visitation Visitation Pending Service Service PendingAgnes Payne
Sep 15, 2015
Cottage Grove - Agnes M Payne, age 108, a true family matriarch, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, September 15, 2015. She was born in Cross Plains on July 16, 1907, to Melchoir and Gertrude (Annen) Virnig. Agnes attended Badger School earning her diploma and Honorary Certificate Degree in handwriting. In 1929, Agnes married Howard Gray Sr....
Lisa Neuenfeldt
Sep 15, 2015
Verona - Lisa Neuenfeldt, age 54, passed away on Tuesday, September 15, 2015 at Meriter Hospital, following an illness. She graduated from Edgerton High School and earned her degree from Black Hawk Technical Institute. Lisa worked in the medical field for many years. She is survived by her parents Donald and Judy Crandall; sister Michelle, brothers Doug (Mary)...
Mary Adler
Sep 15, 2015
WAUNAKEE-Mary Ellen Adler, age 97, died peacefully on Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2015 at Agrace HospiceCare in Fitchburg. She was born in Manitowoc on Oct. 5, 1917 to William and Catherine (Dorey) Smith. The family moved to Madison, where she attended the one-room Mendota Grade School. After grade school she attended Edgewood High School, traveling there via the Monroe...

Judith Smith
Sep 15, 2015
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Service Service PendingClarence Firari
Sep 14, 2015
MADISON- Clarence "C.W." Firari, age 96, passed away on Monday, September 14, 2015. He was born on December 10, 1918 in Lowell, WI to William and Emma (Eckstadt) Firari. He was a dedicated member of the United States Army having served in Germany during WWII. C.W. was also a lover of music. He was a talented saxophonist and...
Rosemary Coluccy
Sep 14, 2015
Rosemary G. Coluccy, age 84 of Madison, WI, died at home on September 14, 2015 from Richter's Syndrome. Born in Hazel Green, WI on April 29, 1931. Preceded in death by her parents Marie and Lester Carns, niece Ellen Wienen and husband of 47 years, Gilbert. Rosemary is survived by sister Connie Muehleip (Huck), 8 children; Lynn (Wayne...
Rickey Collins
Sep 14, 2015
Madison - Rickey "Pretty Rickey" Collins, age 44, of Madison, passed away on Monday, Sept. 14, 2015, at UW-Hospital. He was born on Aug. 13, 1971, in Chicago, Ill., the son of Mack and Rendie (Collins) Blunt. Rickey enjoyed listening to music and trying to beat his nephews at basketball. He was a generous person that was loved...
Kenneth Nelson
Sep 14, 2015
Viroqua - Kenneth O. Nelson, age 90, passed away Monday, September 14, 2015 at Skaalen Nursing and Rehab. He was born on May 8, 1925, son of Chester and Rhonda (Thompson) Nelson. On April 11, 1953, Ken married the love of his life Marjorie James. Ken grew up and graduated from Viroqua High School. He earned his bachelor's...
Jim Wake
Sep 14, 2015
Stoughton- Jim Wake, age 80, passed away on Monday, September 14, 2015. He was born in Stoughton on July 23, 1935, the son of Homer and Edna Wake. He retired from the Madison Post Office in 1992 after 25 years of service. In his retirement Jim enjoyed spending time with his friends at his cabin in Adams County,...
Mary Suchomel
Sep 12, 2015
Waunakee - Mary Suchomel, age 54, passed away surrounded by the ones closest to her on Saturday, September 12, 2015 after a courageous 5 year battle with cancer. Mary was born on May 7, 1961 in Texas to Marion and Irene Thompson. She attended Waunakee High School and started her farming career at the age of 16, where...
Kenneth Eggum
Sep 12, 2015
Stoughton- Kenneth M. Eggum, age 95, passed away peacefully on Saturday September 12, 2015, with his daughter at his side. He was born in the Town of Dunn on the 8th of December 1919, the son of Tom and Martha Eggum. Kenneth was a lifelong farmer. On March 4, 1972 he married Dawn LaFleur. Together they had two...
Jane Skalitzky
Sep 11, 2015
Sun Prairie - Jane Margaret Skalitzky, age 68, passed away on Friday, September 11, 2015 way too soon but is now with our Lord. She was born to Wilfred and Verena Grosse on July 9, 1947 and raised on a farm near Sun Prairie. She met the love of her life, Joseph Skalitzky, and they were married on...

Kenneth Schultz
Sep 10, 2015
Cress Funeral and Cremation Service 3610 Speedway Road, Madison (608) 238-3434
Visitation No Visitation Scheduled or Private Service No Service Scheduled or PrivateKai Lee
Sep 10, 2015
Sun Prairie - Kai Ping Lee, age 65 passed away on Thursday, September 10, 2015 with his loving family by his side. Kai Ping was born on August 29, 1950 in Taiwan, the son of Te Sheng and Shing Chi Lee. In 1973, Kai Ping moved to the United States, arriving into Tampa, Florida and taking a Greyhound...
Flora Chover
Sep 10, 2015
Madison - Flora Chover, age 84, loving and beloved wife of Joshua and mother of Dan (deceased) and Dave, died on Thursday, September 10, 2015 after a long battle with Alzheimer's. There will be a brief graveside service on Sunday morning, September 13th at 10:00 a.m. at Forest Hill Cemetery, 1 Speedway Road, Madison in Section 36. Cress...
Doris Slater
Sep 10, 2015
Stoughton- Doris Leona Slater, age 86, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 10, 2015 at St. Mary's Hospital surrounded by her family. She was born in Stoughton on December 7, 1928 to Earl and Leona Rice. On June 13, 1953 Doris married John Slater. Together they had a beautiful 59 year marriage. Doris worked at Stoughton Hospital where...
Sharon Mckee
Sep 10, 2015
Sun Prairie/Westfield - Sharon J. McKee, age 70, passed away on Thursday, September 10, 2015, at the Willows in Sun Prairie. She was born on March 8, 1945, in Chicago, Illinois the daughter of Harold and Dorothy (Veitenhaus) Mueller. Sharon was united in marriage to Raymond McKee on December 5, 1964 in Rockford, Illinois. She is survived by...
Roman Statz
Sep 9, 2015
Roman A. Statz Cross Plains/ Martinsville Roman Statz, 83, died unexpectedly but peacefully on Sept. 9. He was fortunate to have his wife, Jean, by his side, and had just enjoyed a good supper and conversation at the kitchen table. He was born June 18,1932, to Wienand and Christine (Rauls) Statz in Martinsville where he lived and farmed...
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