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.
Ewan Thomas Sr.
Oct 19, 2014
Ewan James Thomas Sr. was born December 29, 1948 in Holly Grove, Arkansas to the union of James and Susie Thomas. Ewan departed this life in his home on October 19, 2014. Ewan was the second of 12 children. His parents, and son, Ewan James Thomas, Jr.; sister Christiana and three brothers, Leroy, Verduis and Kim preceded him...
Bethyl Holmes
Oct 19, 2014
Sun Prairie- Bethyl L. Holmes, age 83 went to be with the Lord suddenly on Sunday, October 19, 2014. She was born on February 7, 1931, in Watersmeet, Michigan, the daughter of Seldon and Gladys (Bartholomew) Salisbury. Bethyl was united in marriage to Albert Edwin Holmes Sr. in the town she grew up in Watersmeet, Michigan in 1949....
Bernice Wedvick
Oct 19, 2014
Deerfield- Bernice Lillian Wedvick, age 91, passed away on Sunday, October 19, 2014 at Heritage Memory Care in Monona. She was born on April 26, 1923, the daughter of Henry and Clara Radloff and grew up on the family farm near Lake Mills. She married her high school sweetheart, Alford "Jack" Wedvick on February 21, 1942, and shared...
Joseph Miglio
Oct 18, 2014
Stoughton - Joseph Phillip Miglio, age 90, passed away on Saturday, October 18, 2014 at Skaalen Nursing Home. He was born on September 4, 1924 in Cherry, Illinois, the son of Joseph and Jenny Miglio. He married Ann Rossmiller on July 30, 1955 at Saint Peter's Church in Waterford, Wisconsin. Joe served in the Navy on the USS...
Theodosia Smyth
Oct 18, 2014
Theodosia Ellen (Field) Smyth - Sis to her family and childhood friends - died at home in Madison surrounded by family on October 18, 2014, at the age of 84. She was born on January 9, 1930 in Wisconsin Dells, the daughter of Henry A. Field and Georgia (Coakley) Field, and grew up there among her beloved family....
Maynard Julseth
Oct 18, 2014
Deerfield- Maynard Julseth, age 97, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 18, 2014. He was born in Deerfield on October 7, 1917 to George and Betsy (Hoel) Julseth. On July 24, 1940, Maynard married Ruth Vikum and they spent 63 years together. Maynard spent his younger years farming in the Deerfield area. He then moved his family to...
Frederick Loewen
Oct 18, 2014
SUN PRAIRIE-Frederick "Fred" Loewen, age 87, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, October 18, 2014 at St. Mary's Hospital. His wife was by his side. He was born on Aug. 14, 1927 in Manhattan to Fred and Ella Loewen. Fred served in the Navy in World War II. Fred earned a full scholarship to the elite Cooper Union School...
Brian Hamacher
Oct 17, 2014
Stoughton - Brian J. Hamacher, age 53, passed away on October 17, 2014 at his home surrounded by family. He was born on March 12, 1961 in Norfolk, Virginia, the son of Jeri Williams. Brian enjoyed camping, motorcycles, cars and working on cars. He loved formula 1 racing, spending time with family, traveling with his wife, carnivals and...
Carl Yde
Oct 17, 2014
MADISON - Carl Eric Yde (49) passed away unexpectedly on October 17th 2014. Born in Madison, Wisconsin on December 26, 1964, Carl was a lifelong resident of Madison. He attended Orchard Ridge Elementary School, Madison, Memorial High School and graduated from the University of Wisconsin with a BS and an MBA. Carl lived a very active and involved...
Melvin Meier
Oct 16, 2014
Martinsville - Melvin "Mel" G Meier age 84 passed away peacefully on Thursday October 16th 2014 at home with his loving family by his side. He was born on November 16th 1929 to John and Mary (Wagner) Meier in Middleton. He married the love of his life, Elda L Griswold on November 24th 1951 at St. Bernard's Catholic...
James Kloster
Oct 16, 2014
Kloster, James R., age 71 passed away on October 16, 2014 at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison. Jim was born on November 26, 1942 in Sun Prairie/ Madison, the son of George and Angeline (Teztlaff) Kloster. Jim is survived by his wife of 48 years, Aileen of Sun Prairie, his son Brian (Deborah) Kloster of Miles City, MT;...
Andrina Makin
Oct 15, 2014
Fitchburg - Andrina Margaret Makin, age 66, died Wednesday, October 15th, 2014 at Agrace HospiceCare, with her family by her side. A visitation will be held at Cress Funeral Home (3610 Speedway Rd, Madison) on Thursday, October 23 from 4-6 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Christopher Parish, St. Andrew Catholic Church in...
Christopher Shoemaker
Oct 15, 2014
Chris Aaron Celebration of Life Sunday, October 19, 2014 3:33 PM to ? Stone Harbor Resort 107 N. First Ave. Sturgeon Bay, WI 3:33-5 PM - Talkin' It Out (Reception) 5-6 PM - Memorial Service 6-7 PM - Music and Stories Close to Home 7-? PM - Music and Stories from Friends and Family We encourage people to...
Carl Andersen
Oct 15, 2014
Stoughton - Carl V. Andersen, age 86, passed away on Wednesday, October 15, 2014, surrounded by his family. He was born on June 2, 1928 in Rutland, Wisconsin, the son of Victor and Alta Andersen. He married Betty Stone on June 7, 1952 in Oregon, Wisconsin. Carl farmed in the town of Rutland until 1956. After farming the...
Joanne Moen
Oct 14, 2014
Madison JoAnne J. Moen, age 80, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 14, 2014 with her husband by her side at her home. JoAnne was born on March 7, 1934 in Evansville, the daughter to Jinks and Gertrude ( Feldt) Trunkhill. Joanne graduated from Evansville High School in 1951. After graduation she attended the Grace Downs Airline Career...
Margaret Lacy
Oct 14, 2014
Madison - Margaret S. Lacy, 91, of Madison, died October 14, 2014 at St. Mary's Hospital after a brief illness. Born Margaret Swanson on April 25, 1923 in Stanton, Iowa, she loved her small town roots. After graduating from Augustana College in 1945, she returned to teach at her high school in Stanton. She went on to receive...
Charles Bass
Oct 13, 2014
JOHNSON CREEK/MADISON - Charles "Charlie" A. Bass, age 82, passed away on Monday October 13, 2014 in Oconomowoc as a result of his injuries sustained in an auto accident in Johnson Creek. Charlie was born May 27, 1932 in Madison, to the late Roger and Alva (Anderson) Bass. He is a 1950 graduate of Madison West High School....
Margaret Endres
Oct 12, 2014
Margaret A. Endres, age 94, died on Sunday, Oct. 12, 2014, in Lodi. She was born on July 29, 1920, to Louis and Helen (Becker) Endres. She worked at Ray-O-Vac as a stenographer and at Badger Ordinance. Margaret enjoyed crocheting, crossword puzzles, and collecting angels. She was a long time member of St Aloysius Catholic Church in Sauk...
Louise Goeden
Oct 12, 2014
Dane: Louise C. Goeden, age 77, of Dane died October 12, 2014 at Agrace HospiceCare in Fitchburg. She was born Oct. 30, 1936 to Frank and Adeline (Ripp) Ziegler. Louise married Rodney Goeden March 5, 1957 at St. Peter's in Ashton. She enjoyed cooking and serving big meals to family and friends. After that there were card games...
James Bohling
Oct 12, 2014
Arlington - James R. "Jim" Bohling age 78 a loving, caring, kind man passed away from a long battle with cancer on Sunday, October 12, 2014 at his home in Arlington. He was born on June 21, 1936 in Madison, the son of John 'Bill" and Mary (Semor) Bohling. Jim graduated from Sun Prairie High. He served in...
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