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.
Renã©E Rannow
Nov 1, 2015
Madison: Ren�e Kathryn Rannow, age 58, passed quietly at the home she shared with her sister in Madison on November 1, 2015, following a 3-year struggle with cancer. She was born to Howard and Esther (Vienneau) Rannow at St. Joseph's Hospital in Marshfield, WI, on October 8, 1957. She attended Colby Public Schools and graduated in 1975. Following...
David Thiemann
Nov 1, 2015
Madison - David A. Thiemann, age 90, died November 1, 2015 of a heart attack. David was born on December 12, 1924 to the late Walter and Margaret Thiemann. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy during World War II, and after the war he graduated from Ohio State University. He grew up and lived many years in...
Dorothy Cripps
Oct 31, 2015
Dorothy M. Cripps, age 94, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 31, 2015. She was born March 9, 1921 in the town of York, daughter to George and Anna (Frank) Nehmer. Dorothy was united in marriage to Lynn "Casey" Cripps on June 16, 1941. She and Lynn farmed until 1964, then moved to Sun Prairie and worked on...
Michael Clark
Oct 31, 2015
MADISON Michael E. Clark, passed away, Saturday, October 31, 2015 at age 75. Arrangements are pending. A full obituary will follow. Please share your memories of Michael. Cress Funeral & Cremation Service 3610 Speedway Road Madison (608) 238-3434
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Victor Nichols
Oct 30, 2015
MADISON-Victor R. Nichols, age 91, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on October 30, 2014. He was born on Mar. 3, 1924, in Kenton, Ohio, son of Emery W. and Zula (Shertzer) Nichols. He was united in marriage to June Kitchen on May 28, 1979, at Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Madison. Victor graduated from...
Karen Ballweg
Oct 30, 2015
Windsor - Karen I. Ballweg, age 74, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 30, 2015 surrounded by her loving family. Karen was born on January 29, 1941 in Brokaw, WI to the late Albert and Jeanette Erickson. She graduated from Wausau High School and worked as a CNA at University Student Health in Madison. She met her future...
Mary Copley
Oct 30, 2015
Stoughton - Mary Helen Copley, age 81, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Friday, October 30, 2015 at Skaalen Rehabilitation. She was born on October 10, 1934 in Sharpburg, PA, the daughter of Frank and Genevieve (Bachwierz) Gaza. Mary worked at Nazareth house for 24 years before she retired. Mary enjoyed spending time with her family,...
Gwendolyn Simba
Oct 30, 2015
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Helen Duffendack
Oct 30, 2015
Madison - Helen Culley Duffendack, age 95 passed, away peacefully in her home on Friday, October 30, 2015. She was born on January 29, 1920, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the daughter of Hunter and Edna (Barclay) Culley. She graduated from the University of Michigan in nursing, where she met the love of her life, Stanley C. Duffendack. On September...
Adelia Reichhoff
Oct 30, 2015
Adelia Naomi Reichhoff, taken from us too soon, October 30, 2015. Services are currently pending. Cress Funeral & Cremation Service 1310 Emerald Terrace Sun Prairie, WI 53590 608-837-9054
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Mina Ehly
Oct 30, 2015
MADISON- In Loving Memory of Mina Allene Ehly. Mina,passed away at Meriter Hospital on October 30th, 2015 surrounded by her loving family. Mina was born on December 12th, 1946 in Minneapolis, MN to MaryAnn Ehly and Alta Ehly. She attended West High School and later received a bachelor's degree at UW-Whitewater in Special Education. Mina worked for 35...
Donald Gallagher
Oct 29, 2015
In Loving Memory Donald L. Gallagher, age 95, passed away on October 29, 2015. He was born on March 27, 1920 to Amos and Bertha ( Holzhueter) Gallagher. Don graduated from Sun Prairie High School. Donald proudly served as a paratrooper in the 101 st Airborne from 1941-1945. He jumped on D- day and into Holland where he...
Jane Wikum
Oct 29, 2015
Stoughton - Jane Elaine Wikum, age 92, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, October 29, 2015. She was born on December 7, 1922 in rural Evansville, Wisconsin, the daughter of Arthur and Jennie (Higday) Jones. Jane graduated from Brooklyn High School in 1940, and then earned her clerical degree from MATC in Janesville. After her schooling...
John Tompkins
Oct 29, 2015
Sun Prairie - John "Roger" Tompkin, age 74 passed away on Thursday, October 29, 2015 at his home. He was born on August 25, 1941 in Callaway, Nebraska, the son of John and Eleanor (Matz) Tompkin. Roger graduated from Fremont High School in Fremont, Nebraska in 1959. In 1962, Roger was united in marriage to Diann Kathleen Knudsen...
Darrald Nelson
Oct 28, 2015
MADISON-Darrald E. Nelson, age 77, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2015, at Mercy Hospital in Janesville. He was born Oct. 29, 1937, in Blue River, son to Raymond and Leuretta (Weir) Nelson. Darrald was united in marriage to Vicky Gottschalk on March 29, 1968 in Rockford, Illinois. Darrald was proud to serve in the Korean War...
Jean Greenwood
Oct 27, 2015
In Loving Memory Jean A. Greenwood, age 79, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday, October 27, 2015. She was born June 25, 1936 in Oconto, daughter to John and Ann (Karbon) Greenwood. Jean was raised at St. Joseph's Orphanage in Green Bay. Jean came to Madison as a teenager with the help of her sister in...
Marcia Mccaughey
Oct 27, 2015
MADISON Marcia E. McCaughey, age 74, passed away in her home in Madison, Wisconsin on Tuesday October 27, 2015. She was born in Quincy, Illinois on September 25, 1941 to Raymond and Vera (Frageman) McCaughey. Marcia was preceded in death by her parents and a nephew, Kory McCaughey. Ms. McCaughey pursued a career in nursing. She became a...
Adraannah Berge
Oct 26, 2015
Deerfield - Adraannah "Anna" Berge, passed away peacefully on October 26, 2015 with her family by her side after her battle with melanoma cancer. She was born on June 29, 1987 to Rhonda and Dennis Berge in Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin. She was loved by many for her beautiful smile, bubbly personality and caring state of mind. She is...
Xinwei Lin
Oct 26, 2015
Close friends and family are welcome to gather from 9:00-11:00 AM on Friday, October 30, 2015 to celebrate Xinwei's life at the Cress Center. Cress Center 6021 University Avenue Madison, WI 53705 608-238-8407
Visitation Cress - University 6021 University Avenue Madison, Wisconsin 53705 No formal service will be held. 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Sandi Einerson
Oct 25, 2015
Sun Prairie - Sandra J. "Sandi" Einerson, age 76, passed away on Sunday, October 25, 2015 at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison. She was born on December 12, 1938 in Darlington, Wisconsin the daughter of Ervin and Sadie (Godfrey) Gilbertson. Sandi was united in marriage to Gary Einerson on December 27, 1960 in Darlington. She was a teacher...
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