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.

Edwin Rabuck

Edwin Rabuck

Jul 1, 2014

Madison: Edwin A "Butch" Rabuck, age 62, passed away in the arms of his loving wife Gisela Tuesday, July 1, 2014 at Agrace HospiceCare in Fitchburg. He was born July 10, 1951 the son of Jack and Edna Rabuck in Reedsburg. Eddie served his country loyally in both the US Army and the Marines and was a Vietnam...

Jeanette Rideout

Jeanette Rideout

Jun 30, 2014

Reedsburg, WI - Jeanette "Jean" Drisko Rideout, age 96, a long-time Madison Wisconsin resident, passed away on June 30, 2014 at Sauk County Health Care Center, Reedsburg, WI. She was born in Jonesport, Maine, on March 11, 1918, the daughter of Leon Rowell Drisko and Caroline Rumery Drisko, but grew up in Belfast, Maine. She received a BA...

Tom Sandholm

Tom Sandholm

Jun 30, 2014

Stoughton- Tom Sandholm, age 76, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 30, 2014 on River Walk at Skaalen Nursing & Rehabilitation surrounded by his family. He was born on September 2, 1937 in Kenosha where he grew up. Tom enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1955 and served his country for three years as a hospital Corpsman. Following...

Jessie Bareis

Jessie Bareis

Jun 29, 2014

In Loving Memory Jessie E. Bareis, age 91, passed away on Sunday, June 29, 2014, at Sun Prairie Health Care Center. Jessie was born on April 2, 1923 in Minneapolis, the daughter of Myrtle and John Whipple. She moved to Sun Prairie with her family at a very young age. Jessie was a lifelong resident of Sun Prairie....

Douglas Brown

Douglas Brown

Jun 29, 2014

Madison/photo Douglas "Doug" Brown, age 66 passed away unexpectedly on a camping trip with his family and friends on Sunday, June 29, 2014. He died peacefully in his sleep ("Just how he would have chosen to go").Doug was born on November 4, 1947 in Eau Claire. He was the son of Frank and Edna (Northy) Brown. Doug worked...

Mary Feiler

Mary Feiler

Jun 28, 2014

Oxford-Feiler, Mary, age 72, passed away on June 28, 2014 at Liberty Manor in Adams, WI. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 209 S. Street, Waunakee, WI. 53597, Thursday July 3, 2014 at 10:30 with Msgr. James Gunn officiating. Burial to follow at St. John's Catholic Cemetery.

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Albert Deans

Albert Deans

Jun 27, 2014

Albert R Deans, age 80, of Dane died on Friday June 27, 2014 at his home in Dane. He was born to Albert and Regina (Bollig) Deans on Sept. 27, 1933. He married Joan Meffert on February 19, 1955 at St. John's Catholic Church, Waunakee WI. They lived on the family farm for the past 59 years. He...

Jeanette Zimmerman

Jeanette Zimmerman

Jun 26, 2014

In Loving Memory Jeanette Ann (Ratzlow) Zimmerman, age 88, passed away on Thursday, June 26, 2014 at Agrace in Fitchburg, WI. She was born on March 23, 1926 in the township of Sun Prairie at the Ratzlow Homestead, the daughter of Victor and Lenora (Knapton) Ratzlow. On February 2, 1946, she married Chester Zimmerman at Holy Trinity Lutheran...

James Boyles

James Boyles

Jun 26, 2014

Madison - James R. "Jim" Boyles, age 67 passed away at Agrace HospiceCare on Thursday, June 26, 2014 embracing the hand of his wife and soul mate, Sherri. Jim fought three courageous months battling cancer. He was born on June 1, 1947 in Madison, the son of Floyd and Dora Boyles. In 1966, Jim graduated from Madison East...

Keith Krisher

Keith Krisher

Jun 26, 2014

Keith R. Krisher, age 71 of McFarland passed away at home surrounded by his family, on Thursday, June 26, 2014. He was born on October 14, 1942 in Pioneer, OH, the son of Clark E and Pauline (Fenicle) Krisher. Keith was a self-employed auto mechanic who had passion for his job which spanned 56 years in McFarland. He...

Marian Peterson

Marian Peterson

Jun 25, 2014

Stoughton - Marian J. Peterson, age 89, passed away on June 25, 2014 at Skaalen Nursing and Rehab Center. She was born on Feb. 18, 1925 in the Township of Albion, Wisconsin, the daughter of Jacob and Bernice Jenson. Marian was baptized and confirmed at East Koshkonong Lutheran Church. After her marriage to Carroll Peterson in 1945, they...

Linda Hamilton

Linda Hamilton

Jun 25, 2014

Madison - Linda Hamilton, age 60, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Wednesday, June 25, 2014 at Agrace HopiceCare in Fitchburg, WI. Linda was born June 3, 1954 in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Survivors include Linda's children: Carmen Waldschmidt (Bill Buchanan) and their children Carlos, Tony, Zoey, Justin and their pets Chazz and Black; Carla Hamilton (Michael...

Karen Stevenson

Karen Stevenson

Jun 25, 2014

Madison - Karen H. Stevenson died on Wednesday, June 25th, 2014 of multiple myeloma. Her death was beautiful--as was her life. She passed away at home surrounded by her husband, Bernie Cesnik; her daughter; her stepchildren; and her grandchildren. Karen was funny, assertive, smart, and active in the world around her. She grew up in Chicago, of proud...

Mary Schiltz

Mary Schiltz

Jun 24, 2014

MADISON - Mary Suzanne Schiltz, age 85, passed away Tuesday, June 24, 2014 at Agrace HospiceCare surrounded by her family. She was born in LaCrosse on September 20, 1928, affectionately known as "Muddsy", to the late William F. and Christina A. (Jonus) Netzer. She graduated with honors from Aquinas High School and later attended LaCrosse State College. She...

Elinor Pederson

Elinor Pederson

Jun 23, 2014

MADISON - Elinor B. Pederson died on Monday, June 23, 2014 at Attic Angel Place. She was born August 26, 1919 in Marion Twp., Grant County, Wisconsin to the late Leslie and Lillian (Christman) Brechler. Elinor taught in elementary schools in Grant and Washington Counties. She also worked as a caseworker for the Grant County Welfare Department. After...

Robert Degroot

Robert Degroot

Jun 23, 2014

Stoughton- Robert J. DeGroot, age 80, passed away on Monday, June 23, 2014 at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Green Bay on November 29, 1933 to Joe and Edna (Burkhardt) DeGroot. Bob married Beverly Picard on May 22, 1954 at St. Peter & Paul's Church in Green Bay. They were blessed with...

Janice Peterson

Janice Peterson

Jun 23, 2014

Janice " Jan" Peterson, age 72, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Monday, June 23, 2014. Jan was born July 5, 1941, daughter to Stanley and Ethel ( Sherrick) Wood. She attended MATC and received her certificate in child development. After she graduated from MATC she became a preschool teacher and taught for 15 years. After...

Virginia Sonn

Virginia Sonn

Jun 22, 2014

McFarland- Virginia Strickland Sonn, age 75, passed away on Sunday, June 22, 2014 at St. Mary's Health Care Center after a long battle with Parkinson's. She was born at Stoughton Hospital on February 21, 1939, the daughter of Paul and Serene (Lien) Strickland. Virginia "Ginny" graduated from Madison East High School. She worked as a secretary for Aldo...

Hazel Kingston

Hazel Kingston

Jun 22, 2014

Hazel Virginia Kingston, age 89, of Madison, passed away peacefully, June 22, 2014 at Chamomile Assisted Living. The oldest of 3 children, Hazel was born in California, where she met and married Alan W. Kingston. Early in their marriage Hazel was a high school teacher before becoming a homemaker, raising 5 boys. Together, they enjoyed family outings, as...

Dale M.P.H.

Dale M.P.H.

Jun 21, 2014

Dale Hunsaker, age ninety-two, passed away on June 21, 2014. Born in Klamath Falls, Oregon on May 30, 1922 to Ray and Wayve (Lindsey) Hunsaker, he was preceded in death by his parents, his older brother Lee, younger brother Floyd, and dearest friend Anita H. Grand. Dale is survived by his partner Donald L. Crary, of Madison, his...

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