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.
Karel M. Engels
Apr 13, 2024
STOUGHTON—Karel M. Engels, lifelong resident of Stoughton, age 92, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 13, 2024.
Karel is survived by her children: Julie A. Engels and Bill (Monica) Engels; grandchildren: Rachel (Alec) Sterling and Renee (Chris Olszewski) Engels; great-grandson: Jamie Sterling; and many loved relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband John “Jack.”
Karel will be reunited...
James Brian "Jim" Pritchard
Apr 12, 2024
James “Jim” Brian Pritchard, age 66, of Madison, Wisconsin, passed away at UW Hospital on Friday, April 12, 2024.
Jim was born on October 5, 1957, to James Darvin and Elizabeth “Betty” Pritchard. He grew up in Des Moines, Iowa, attended Dowling High School, and graduated from Roosevelt High School, where he was a State Champion Swimmer (the #1 Backstroker in...
Barbara Ellen Strong
Apr 12, 2024
A Celebration of Barbara's life will be held at 1:00 pm on Sunday, August 4, 2024 at First Unitarian Meeting House, 900 University Bay Dr., Madison, WI 53705
Barbara Ellen Strong, an undying presence of love, passed away on April 12, 2024, in her hometown of Madison, Wisconsin. Born on December 6, 1938, Barbara's life was a rich tapestry of unique...
Esther L. Hedfield
Apr 12, 2024
Esther Hedfield, 89, passed away unexpectedly at home on April 12, 2024. She was born in Madison on May 29, 1934, the daughter of Dorothy (Whitford) and Nels Christian Lerdahl, and she grew up with her siblings Judith, Alfred and Stephen in Madison.
Esther graduated from West High School in 1952 and attended Oberlin College and University of Wisconsin-Madison, where she...
Catherine (Kay) Mary Johnson
Apr 12, 2024
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Catherine (Kay) Johnson who left us peacefully to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday April 12, 2024. Born December 5, 1933, in Placentia, Newfoundland.
Kay was lovingly raised by her father James P. Verran, a veterinarian, and her mother Mary Josephine Byrne, an esteemed elementary teacher and organ...
David George Hinds
Apr 12, 2024
David G. Hinds, age 79 of Madison, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2024 at St. Mary’s Care Center. He was born in Joliet, IL on December 19, 1944 the son of George and Ann (Pavelich) Hinds.
David was a member of the Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) and the National Honor Society at Joliet Township High...
Guy W. Addison
Apr 11, 2024
Guy W Addison, age 65, passed away with his wife holding his hand on Thursday, April 11, 2024 at Agrace Hospice Care in Fitchburg, WI after a brief illness.
Guy was born on November 3, 1958 to Donald and Shirley (Radar) Addison. Guy graduated from Deerfield High School in 1977. He married Tina (McCune) Addison on 11-11-11.
When he married Tina, Guy...
Susan K. Wentland
Apr 10, 2024
Susan “Susie” Kay Wentland (Schlaver) age 68 Passed away at her home Wednesday April 10, 2024. She was born August 21, 1955, in Boscobel Wisconsin. Eldest daughter of Donald and Dolores Schlaver, and wife to the Late James “Jimbo” Robert Wentland.
Sue met her companion in life Jim, in High School at James Madison Memorial, but their friendship did not develop...
Ruth S. Downs
Apr 10, 2024
Ruth S. Downs, age 97, of Madison, WI, died on April 10, 2024, at Oakwood Hospice. She was born in Staten Island, NY, on November 13, 1926, the daughter of Louis St. James and Frieda (Sallach) St. James.
During high school she studied the clarinet, hoping to make a career as an orchestra musician. She went to Oberlin College to study...
Patricia Ann Schon
Apr 10, 2024
MADISON/TOMAHAWK – Patricia (Reeve) Schon, age 89, passed away on Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at Aspirus Tomahawk Hospital. She was born December 22, 1934 in Madison, the daughter of Harry and Ora (Wadleigh) Reeve. Pat married Wesley Schon on June 27, 1953 in Madison.
Pat enjoyed quilting, knitting, crocheting, making dolls, lampshades, sweatshirts and candy. She worked at the election polls...
Nancy Boettcher McClurg
Apr 10, 2024
The Rev Nancy Boettcher McClurg
The Rev. Nancy Boettcher McClurg passed away unexpectedly on April 10, 2024. She was born on June 19th, 1939, in Chicago, IL to Edgar and Louise (Geisler) Boettcher.
After high school (Wauwatosa, WI) she attended UW – Madison and earned a bachelor's degree in Secondary Education and Science. She taught high school science in Beloit.
She married...
Paul J. Heiser
Apr 10, 2024
Paul J. Heiser, age 89, passed away peacefully in his home on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, with his loving wife of 61 years, Patricia, by his side. He was born on December 9, 1934, in Wausau WI to Lawrence and Margaret (Smith) Heiser. He was a 1952 graduate of Wausau High School. Following high school, he obtained his Associates Degree...
Dr. Albert (Al) Harlan Ellingboe, PhD.
Apr 10, 2024
The youngest child of Albert Olaus Ellingboe and Anne Bergstrom Ellingboe, Al was born at home on the family farm in Lakeville, MN. Al attended Lakeville High School, Mankato State University, and the University of Minnesota, where he received bachelor and doctoral degrees in Plant Pathology. He was a member of the U Minnesota Chapter of the Farmhouse Fraternity. ...
Keith Andrew Callan
Apr 10, 2024
Keith Andrew Callan, age 63, Madison, passed away on April 10, 2024, at his home. He was born on November 22, 1960, in Oakland, CA, the son of James Andrew Callan and Lelia Mary Jackson.
As a young man, Keith was a talented student, and graduated El Cerrito High School in California. He then enlisted in the United States Airforce from...
Harvey "Buck" A. Kleiber
Apr 10, 2024
Sun Prairie-Harvey “Buck” Kleiber, age 88, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family at his home on April 10, 2024. He was born on December 30, 1935, in Medford, WI, the son of Benjamin and Theresa (Vogt) Kleiber. In 1962, he married the love of his life, Karen (Wild) Kleiber in Medford, WI. Since that time, they have only spent a...
David B. Neumann
Apr 9, 2024
Dave passed away peacefully April 9th due to natural causes. He was born in Jacksonville, IL, to the Reverend Kenneth Bruno Neumann and Gwendolyne (Proudfit) Neumann. Eventually spending his formative years in Chicago, Dave attended Carleton College in Minnesota, where he met his future wife, Joan Elizabeth Hooker. After graduation and a short stint at US Steel, Dave enlisted in...
Candis L. Smith
Apr 9, 2024
Candis Smith, passed away on 4-9-2024 . She was born on 12-28-1949.
She was Married three times once to Floyd Austin then Philip Ernst and lastly to Kenith Smith. For work she was a caregiver in many different nursing home facilities all over WI. After she retired she ran a Crafting class at her apartment complex in Watertown WI
Candis Smith devotion...
Harrison J. Meyer
Apr 8, 2024
Harrison J. Meyer, age 24, of Chicago, Illinois passed away on Monday, April 8, 2024. Harrison was born on May 8, 1999, in Madison, Wisconsin.
Harrison was a proud UW Badger who earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics and Political Science with a certificate in Mathematics. He worked as a consultant for the financial data analytics company FactSet.
His interests included playing...
Kay Rothgery Karvasale
Apr 7, 2024
Kay Rothgery Karvasale, age 80, passed away peacefully in Richardson, Texas, on Sunday, April 7, 2024.
Born on May 18, 1943, in Elyria, Ohio, Kay spent her early school years in Grafton, then attended and graduated from Laurel School in Shaker Heights in 1961. She earned a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Ohio State University and taught second grade. After...
Elizabeth “Betty” Reed
Apr 7, 2024
Elizabeth “Betty” Reed passed away Sunday, April 7, 2024. She was born November 2, 1933 to John and Adrianna Coates and grew up in Walworth, WI. Betty attended Milton College and graduated in 1955 with a degree in Music Education. She also studied art at Layton School of Art in Milwaukee. Milton College is where she met Jack, her devoted...
Subscribe
To Email Notifications
Subscribe to receive an email when we add new obituaries to our website. Your email will not be used for any other purpose and will not be shared. You may unsubscribe at any time.
365 Days of Grief Support
Sign up for one year of grief messages designed to offer hope and healing during difficult first year after a loss
HeartLight offers a variety of support groups, education, resources, and special programming related to grief and loss.
