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.
Timothy Arthur Reilley
Apr 22, 2024
To watch the Live Stream or the Recording of Timothy's service please follow this link. https://www.youtube.com/@StThomasAquinasChurchMadison/streams
Timothy A. Reilley died peacefully on Aprl 22, 2024, with his family at his side. He was born on November 18, 1928 in Birmingham, Alabama as Arthur Joseph Reilley and later changed his name in the Norbertine Order to Timothy A. Reilley which he kept...
Jimmy L. Mitchell
Apr 21, 2024
Fitchburg / Madison - Jimmy Mitchell passed away on Sunday April 21, 2024.
A funeral service will be held at 11:30 AM on Tuesday April 30, 2024 at CRESS FUNERAL HOME, 3325 E. Washington Ave. Madison. Entombment will be at Roselawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be from 10:00 AM until the service at the funeral home on Tuesday.
For those not...
Patricia S. Johnson
Apr 21, 2024
Stoughton- Patricia “Pat” S. Johnson (Welter) passed away peacefully on Sunday April 21, 2024 with her loving family by her side. Pat was born on March 24, 1951 in Edgerton, WI., the daughter of Stephen and Florence (Koscyczarek) Welter.
Pat attended Whitewater High School graduating in 1969. She attended UW Whitewater. Pat worked at Schweiger Industries in Jefferson, WI. Where she...
Georgia M. Shambes
Apr 20, 2024
Georgia M. Shambes, a long-time resident of Madison and professor emerita at the University of Wisconsin, passed away on April 20, 2024, at the age of 92. Georgia was born in Flint, Michigan, where she was raised and attended Central High, graduating in 1950. But while the school year was spent in Flint,...
Samuel Clifford Martino
Apr 20, 2024
DeForest- Sam Martino, 85, passed away on April 20, 2024 from a heart attack while mowing the lawn of his home in DeForest, WI. He was born in Clarksburg, W. VA, the son of Frank and Flora Ann Spino Martino.
Sam was a passionate, award-winning journalist with a love of story-telling that started standing on a street corner in Dearborn, MI...
Ronald J. Reynolds
Apr 19, 2024
Ronald J. Reynolds of Madison, WI passed away peacefully at the age of 80 on April 19, 2024, after a brief illness.
He was born on May 17, 1943 in Chicago Heights, IL to James and Elsie (Gerhardt) Reynolds. Ron grew up in Steger, IL with his younger brother Terry. He graduated from Bloom High School in 1961 and attended the...
Barbara Schroud Thomas
Apr 19, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Barbara Schroud Thomas, born on August 26, 1948, who left us peacefully on April 19, 2024. Barbara was the embodiment of compassion, empathy, and love, touching many lives with her kindness and generous spirit.
Barbara was born in Woodland, California, and raised in and around Madison, Wisconsin. A gifted student,...
John "Jack" E. Johnson
Apr 19, 2024
Professor John (Jack) E. Johnson
John (Jack) Edwin Johnson was born in Detroit, Michigan, the only child of Nicholas M. Johnson and Anna Marie Johnson (nee Olsen) on January 18, 1931 and passed away on April 19, 2024 of complications from a fall. As an infant, he was taken to Horten, Norway with his mother after his maternal grandfather, Edvin Olsen,...
Michael L. Niffenegger
Apr 19, 2024
Michael L Niffenegger, age 74, passed away at his home surrounded by family on Friday, April 19th, 2024. He was born in Monroe, WI to Myron Niffenegger and Nathalie (LaRue) Niffenegger on January 23rd, 1950. He spent 6 years as a Marine and served two tours in Vietnam. He married Sandra (Wilde) Niffenegger in Monroe at St. Johns UCC on October...
Virginia Vieth Thompson
Apr 17, 2024
Virginia "Gigi" Thompson, of Stoughton, WI died on April 17, 2024 at the age of 95. She was born July 15, 1928 to Helen and Spencer Vieth of Ripon, WI. Gigi graduated from Ripon High School in 1946 and was a 1950 graduate of the University of Wisconsin – Madison. She married Atty. Dale R. Thompson on Sept. 3, 1949....
Susan A. Endres
Apr 17, 2024
Susan A. Endres, 76
Sept. 26, 1947 – April. 17, 2024
Susan A. Endres, age 76, passed away peacefully on Wed., April 17, 2024 at St. Mary’s Hospital with her family at her side. She was the daughter of Joe and Joan (Mentzer) Steinle. She married Richard M. “Butch” Endres on Sept 10, 1966 at St. John’s Catholic Church in Waunakee.
Susan worked...
Eileen Joy Brost
Apr 17, 2024
McFarland - Eileen Joy (Smith) Brost, age 74, died April 17, 2024 at Agrace Hospice Care in Fitchburg, Wisconsin. She was born on August 29, 1949, in Beloit, Wisconsin to Ervin D. and Delyla J. Smith. The family lived in Boscobel for 11 years before moving to Madison, Wisconsin in 1964. Eileen graduated from LaFollette High School in 1967. She...
Henry John Wiedmeyer
Apr 16, 2024
Sun Prairie - Henry John Wiedmeyer, of El Paso and Sun Prairie, passed away in a traffic accident on April 16, 2024, in El Paso, TX. He was born on June 2, 1997, in Appleton, WI, the beloved son of Chad and Julie (Marzion) Wiedmeyer.
Henry embraced a zeal for life, nature, and authentic human connections. He had a fun, warrior-like...
Samantha Grace Frank
Apr 16, 2024
Samantha Grace Frank, age 20, of Madison passed away on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at her apartment. She was born on August 30, 2003, the daughter of Carl and Brigit Frank, and big sister to JD, of Madison. She is survived by her grandparents, many aunts, uncles and cousins, all of whom loved her.
As parents who couldn’t have children, we...
Jeffrey Alan Kaufman
Apr 16, 2024
Jeffrey Alan Kaufman passed away suddenly at his home in Madison, WI at the age of 72 on April 16, 2024. He was born July 19, 1951 in Los Angeles, CA to Sanford and Shirley (Pearlman) Kaufman. He attended community college and later transferred to UCLA for an advanced degree. Most of his working years were spent in various aspects...
Stephen "Al" Linderud
Apr 15, 2024
Stephen D. "Al" Linderud, age 69, lifelong resident of Stoughton, passed away on Monday, April 15, 2024 after a yearlong battle with cancer.
Steve was well known for being a hard worker. He held positions at Uniroyal, Dairy Equipment, and Stoughton Trailers. Steve loved sports and the outdoors. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. Steve enjoyed playing softball, golf, pool,...
Paul E. Mericle Jr.
Apr 14, 2024
Paul passed away on April 14, 2024 at Meriter Hospital after a very sudden decline in his health due to a long battle of COPD and emphysema. He was 63.
Paul was born on July 27, 1960, in Kankakee, Illinois to Paul Sr. And Sharon (Neven) Mericle. He lived in Kankakee the first half of his life.
Surviving are his wife Donna who he married on March 13, 2001 in...
William R. Brauer
Apr 14, 2024
William R. Brauer, age 78, passed away on April 14, 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin. A beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, he is survived by his wife, children, grandson, and siblings. He was wise, kind-hearted, sharp-witted, curious, and loving. He was well-loved and will be missed.
Bill’s childhood was filled with love, support, and optimism. He was born a jokester and...
Judy McLellan Furseth
Apr 14, 2024
Judy Annette (McLellan) Furseth, age 83, of Stoughton, WI, left this earth April 14, 2024. She was born to Gerald and Lauretta (Meister) Rohr on Jan. 1, 1941, in Binghamton, N.Y. At the age of 6, her family moved to Battle Creek, Michigan where she grew up. She attended Lakeview High School, Western Michigan University and Lilah School of Radiology....
Brian Kessenich
Apr 13, 2024
Madison/Waunakee
Brian Kessenich passed away peacefully during the evening of Saturday, April 13th, following many years of health challenges. He was born in Madison on August 10, 1955 and spoke often regarding his memories growing up in Waunakee.
Brian was passionate about music and sports, and enjoyed sharing his knowledge on both subjects with his many friends. His generosity with those less...
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