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.
James Carson
Feb 11, 2015
Good night, sweet prince, And flights of angels sing thee to thy rest! In lieu of flowers the family suggests that donations in Carson's name may be made to: The Nature Conservancy 4245 North Fairfax Drive, Suite 100 Arlington, VA 22203-1606 International Crane Foundation E-11376 Shady Lane Rd. P.O. Box 447 Baraboo, WI 53913 USA
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Jimmie Beasley Sr.
Feb 11, 2015
Marshall - Jimmie Oliver Beasley, age 76 passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 11, 2015. He was born on May 16, 1938, the son of Fred and Alvirda Vandegriff in Lincoln, Nebraska. Jimmie proudly served in the United States Navy from 1956-1959 and was an Atomic Vet having been present in the atomic testing in the Pacific Ocean....
Richard Simoneau
Feb 11, 2015
Fitchburg, WI -- Richard Arthur Simoneau (Dick), 83, died Wednesday, February 11th, after a brief illness. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Helen (Kuka) Simoneau, sons Wayne Simoneau and Neal Simoneau, daughters Sonia Simoneau Sieben (Patrick Sieben) and Karin Simoneau (Mark Searls), grandchildren Paige, Eryn, and Devin Sieben, and Ethan and Charlie Searls, sister Lucille...
John Vedo
Feb 11, 2015
Mount Horeb- John J. Vedo, age 69, passed away on Wed. Feb. 11, 2015, at his home. He was born on April 22, 1945 in Gary, Indiana, the son of John and Sophie Vedo. He was united in marriage in 1967 to Helen Tokarski, they shared 47 beautiful years together. John retired from Bethlehem Steel and was a...
Herman Lien
Feb 11, 2015
Stoughton- Herman A. Lien, age 66, passed away at Nazareth Health and Rehab with his wife by his side on Wednesday, February 11, 2015, due to complications from a traumatic brain injury. He was born in Stoughton on September 11, 1948 to Norwegian immigrants Howard and Ingeborg (Bakken) Lien. Herman was united in marriage to Karen Anderson on...
Mahala Kruchten
Feb 11, 2015
CROSS PLAINS-Mahala Kruchten, a treasured mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend passed away peacefully on February 11, 2015, at the age of 96 after a brief illness. She was at her home with her family by her side. She will be dearly missed by her children, Joe (Kathy) Kruchten, Bill (Kaye) Kruchten, Mary Gillette (Charles Albrecht), Jean...
Ariyl Brady
Feb 10, 2015
Mazomanie- Ariyl Ann Brady, age 16, was taken away far too soon on February 10, 2015. She was born on February 18, 1998 to Justin Allen Brady, Sr. and Mary Elizabeth Brady in Rockford, Il. Ariyl was a junior at Wisconsin Heights High School in Mazomanie. She was very involved in the FFA and had a loving passion...
Shana Heimerl
Feb 10, 2015
MADISON- Shana Julien Heimerl, age 25, died on Tuesday, February 10, 2015, after taking her own life. Shana was born on June 28, 1989 in Madison, the only child of Julie Buckmaster and Robert Heimerl. Shana will be remembered by her family and friends as a truly kind-hearted person, gentle and compassionate, always willing to listen and share,...
James Fosdick
Feb 10, 2015
MIDDLETON - James Albert Fosdick died February 10, 2015, at Attic Angel Place. Jim was born in his parents' house in Liberty, Indiana, August 29, 1918, the only child of Donald Beauman and Helen Maibaugh Fosdick. He earned his bachelor's in English at Hillsdale College (MI) in 1940 and his master's in Journalism from Northwestern University in 1941....
Mark Bunker
Feb 10, 2015
Marshall - Mark S. Bunker, age 61, went to his home in Heaven to hang out with Jesus on Tuesday morning February 10 with family by his bedside at home. He battled with esophageal cancer that was diagnosed in December. With the greatest faith and trust in the Lord Mark said "My ticket here just got punched a...
Mary Johnson
Feb 9, 2015
Waunakee- Mary Jane (Jensen) Johnson passed away at the age of 92 on January 9, 2015 at the Waunakee Manor Nursing Home in Waunakee, Wis. Mary was born on October 10, 1923 in Belmond, Iowa to Mabel and Jens Jensen. She met Russell Johnson while working at Union Tank Car Co and they were united in marriage on...
Mark Zurbuchen
Feb 8, 2015
Waunakee - Mark R. "Zurbie" Zurbuchen, age 55, passed away with dignity on Sunday, February 8, 2015 in his home in Waunakee. Mark was born in Verona, WI to Cora and Roger Zurbuchen. Mark graduated from Verona High School in 1977. Zurbie went on to meet the love of his life, Lisa. They were married on June 27,...
Elizabeth Raemisch
Feb 8, 2015
WAUNAKEE-Elizabeth L. "Betty" Raemisch passed away peacefully in God's arms on Sunday, Feb. 8, 2015, at the Waunakee Manor Assisted Living in Waunakee. Betty was a lifelong resident of Waunakee. She was born on July 20, 1929, to Norbert and Regina (Keller) Miller. Betty and her loving husband, Bob, were united in holy matrimony on May 11, 1950,...
Stefan Iordachescu
Feb 7, 2015
Stefan N Iordachescu (Steve) age 91 passed away peacefully on Feb 7 2015 at UW hospital. He was born June 13 1923 to Oneata and Nicolae Iordachescu in Soimari Romania. He met his wife to be in Germany during WWII as displaced persons. He and Silvia tied the knot in Germany 1949. He came to the U.S with...
Jean O'Drobinak
Feb 6, 2015
MADISON Jean L. O'Drobinak, age 81 passed away peacefully Friday, February 6, 2015, at home, surrounded by her loving family. Jean was born in Chicago, IL on December 18, 1933 to Frank and Madeline (Ryan) Spink. Jean was an extraordinary person, mother, and wife. She gave selflessly of herself always, and was loved by all who knew her....
Vernon M.D.
Feb 6, 2015
Dodson, MD, Vernon N. MADISON - Vernon N. Dodson, MD, age 91, of Madison, Wis., died on Friday, Feb. 6, 2015, in Madison, Wis., after a long illness. He was born on Feb. 19, 1923 to Nathan Lester and Martha Elizabeth (Schmidt) Dodson in Benton Harbor, Mich. He attended Michigan State University until World War II. He enlisted...
Elgart Wahl
Feb 6, 2015
Stoughton- Elgart "Al" Wahl, age 88, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, February 6, 2015 surrounded by his family. He was born in Eau Claire on September 16, 1926, the son of Adelinda and Alwin Wahl. Al graduated from Edgerton High School. On December 5, 1948 he married Mary Jasensky in Edgerton. Al sold insurance for...
Helen Schwarm
Feb 6, 2015
Helen Ann Langer Schwarm, 77, of Savannah, Georgia and Madison, passed away on February 6, 2015 at University of Wisconsin Hospital, after struggling with many difficult medical conditions. She was born on May 2, 1937 in Madison, Wisconsin and was raised in Baraboo. She was the daughter of Harold and Katherine (Hickey) Langer. Helen graduated from the University...
Kirk Holman
Feb 5, 2015
Madison/Waupaca - Kirk P. Holman, age 63, died peacefully under the care of loving family and new friends at Agrace Hospice in Fitchburg on Thursday, February 5, 2015. He was born on Jan 15, 1952 in Waupaca and was raised together with his two sisters on the Waupaca family farm. During his school years he was active in...
Margaret Wilson
Feb 5, 2015
MADISON - Margaret (Peg) Wilson, age 91, formerly of Wyckoff and Franklin Lakes, N.J., and Pinehurst, N.C., passed away on February 5, 2015 at Oakwood Village University Woods in Madison, WI where she resided for the past four years. Peg was born on June 6, 1923, in Paterson, N.J., and was the daughter of Martha (Ainley) and William...
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