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.
Jane Cronkrite
Jul 29, 2015
Sun Prairie - Jane A. Cronkrite, age 78, passed away on Wednesday, July 29, 2015, at Oak Park Skilled Nursing in Madison. She was born on September 22, 1936 in Stitzer, Wisconsin, the daughter of Dallas and Henrietta (Witzig) Smith. She was united in marriage to William "Bill" Cronkrite on December 30, 1955 in Ironwood, Michigan. While Bill...
Howard Cross
Jul 27, 2015
MADISON- Howard Cross died in Madison, Wisconsin on July 27th, 2015. He was born on September 20, 1919. "Howie" was preceded in death by his father Ed, his mother Ethel, his brothers Herman and Ronnie, and his sons Jeff and infant Steve. He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Ellen (Leutenmayer), his four children Kathleen, Geraldine,...
Borghild Kelly
Jul 27, 2015
MADISON- Borghild Kelly passed away peacefully on July 27, 2015 at Attic Angels. She was born Borghild Hildur Elisabeth Rombach in Freiburg, Germany in 1927 to Hannah and Josef Rombach. Borg taught languages at Central, Cherokee, and West High in Madison. She also returned to Kiel, Germany to teach English for a year. In addition to her native...
Roger Dobrick
Jul 27, 2015
MADISON - Roger H. Dobrick, age 65, of Madison, passed away Monday, July 27, at The Villa at Middleton Village. Roger was born February 1, 1950 in Milwaukee, WI to Leonard and Anita (nee Rubin) Dobrick. He attended University of Wisconsin Madison where he obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Communications. Roger was a radio announcer with a "golden...
Diane Farrell
Jul 26, 2015
In Loving Memory Diane Ruby Farrell, age 67, passed away Sunday, July 26th at St. Mary's Hospital. She was born August 21, 1947 in Madison, daughter to Floyd & Dorothy (Chadwick) Schwartz. Diane was united in marriage to Dennis Farrell on March 29, 1969 in Madison. She graduated from Madison East High School in 1965, after she graduated...
Harry Schmidt
Jul 26, 2015
MADISON- Harry J. Schmidt went to be with his Lord the morning of Sunday July 26th, 2015 at the age of 89. Husband of 52 years to the late Anne (Placktis) Schmidt, and father of 10, he was cherished by all who knew him. Harry was born in Philadelphia, PA to the late Harry and Grace (McBride) Schmidt....
Charles Terhall
Jul 26, 2015
In Loving Memory Sun Prairie- Charles "Charlie" Terhall, age 77, passed away peacefully surrounded by love and prayers both near and far on Sunday, July 26, 2015 at Stoughton Hospital. He was born December 30, 1937 in Sun Prairie, the son to Carl and Beatrice (Ryan) Terhall. Charlie married Eleanor Grunewald on December 10, 1960. After graduation, Charlie...
Lavern Sloup
Jul 25, 2015
Cress Funeral & Cremation Service is serving the family. Cress Funeral and Cremation Service 3610 Speedway Road Madison 608-238-3434
Visitation No Visitation Scheduled or Private Service No Service Scheduled or Private
Joe Cottrell
Jul 25, 2015
Janesville - Joe Cottrell, a man who loved to travel, embarked on his final journey on July 25, 2015. His wife and two daughters lovingly eased his departure. Joe, raised in Oklahoma City, was born in Paoli County, OK, to Albert F and Clara R (Sullivan) Cottrell on December 22, 1935. Joe developed a wanderlust early in life...
Hart Ruiz-Mcknight
Jul 25, 2015
MADISON- Hart Edward Gonzalez Ruiz-McKnight, was born on February 16,1983. At the age of 32 Hart peacefully went to be with the Lord on July 25, 2015, after a courageous battle with cancer. Hart was born in Denver, CO and a lifelong resident of Madison, WI. He attended Mendota Elementary, Gompers Middle school and he graduated from West...
Vivian Hall
Jul 22, 2015
Vivian E. Hall (Liefke Schelberger) Waunakee/Madison - Vivian E. Hall (Liefke Schelberger) age 86, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2015 at Saint Mary's Care Center in Madison surrounded by her family. She resided at Saint Mary's Care Center the past four years courageously fighting the effects of Parkinson's Disease. Vivian was born in Adrian Township, Wisconsin on...
Catherine Brabender
Jul 21, 2015
Marshall/ Blanchardville-Catherine T. Crosby-Brabender, age 91, the greatest mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, died on Tuesday, July 21, 2015 at a Madison Hospital following a brief illness. She was born on December 22, 1923, to Wilfred and Theresa (Spahn) Schultz. She was employed at the Central Wisconsin Center and upon retirement, began to volunteer at the Madison VA and...
Robert Lueder
Jul 20, 2015
Stoughton / Poynette - Robert "Bob" Lueder, age 53, died peacefully at home on July 20, 2015. He was born on November 23, 1961 in Stoughton, Wisconsin, the son of Loren and Sharon (Smithback) Lueder. Bob was very proud and devoted to his girls Amanda and Amber, and also to his stepsons Matthew and Steven. Bob worked for...
Phyllis Powell
Jul 19, 2015
Cress Center 6021 University Avenue Madison, WI 53705 608-238-8406
Visitation No Visitation Scheduled or Private Service No Service Scheduled or Private
Julie Falat
Jul 19, 2015
MADISON - Julie A. Falat, age 51, of Two Rivers, WI, passed away at University of Wisconsin Hospital on Sunday, July 19, 2015. Even through her toughest times and most debilitating ailments she managed to keep her head held high and offer strength, comfort, and love to all around her. She always found the will to fight the...
Jack Phelps
Jul 19, 2015
Sun Prairie - Jack V. Phelps, age 88, passed away on Sunday, July 19, 2015 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on November 13, 1926 in Grand Marsh, Wisconsin the son of Edward and Maude (Rathburn) Phelps. He served in the U.S. Navy during WWII. Jack was united in marriage to Flavian Brooks on December 19,...
Irene Offerdahl
Jul 19, 2015
Offerdahl, Irene E. WAUKESHA - Irene E. Offerdahl, age 85, died Sunday, July 19, 2015, at Linden Grove in Waukesha. She was born June 6, 1930, in Sheboygan WI, the middle child of the late Edgar and Rose (Altenbach) Harff. She graduated from UW-Madison with a degree in art education and was an art teacher at Stoughton city...
Carolyn Towne
Jul 18, 2015
MADISON-Carolyn Towne found peace on July 18, 2015, at the age of 70 at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison surrounded by family. She was born on June 7, 1945, in Council, ID and baptized into the Catholic church in McCall, ID. Carolyn was the beloved wife and lifelong companion of Larry for 40 years. The couple married in...
Walter Meinholz
Jul 17, 2015
DEFOREST/ASHTON-Walter A. Meinholz, age 62, of DeForest/Ashton, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, July 17, 2015. He was born on August 21, 1952, to William and Dorothy (Miller) Meinholz. He married the love of his life, Nancy (Schmit), on December 13, 1991. He was a steward of the land and was dedicated to the family farm,...
William Rotzoll
Jul 17, 2015
MADISON - William D. Rotzoll, age 83, passed away Friday, July 17, 2015, at Agrace HospiceCare in Madison, WI. Bill was born, in Platteville, WI, on April 30, 1932, the son of the late Clifford and Catherine (Connor) Rotzoll. Bill spent his early years as an Army brat, and one time attended six grade schools in thirteen months....
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