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.
Nicholas Koshalek
Aug 13, 2014
Verona - Nicholas Ryan Koshalek, age 29, died at his home on Wednesday, August 13, 2014. He was born on May 18, 1985 to Mark and Cynthia (Kovar) Koshalek in Madison. Nick's ability to draw was only surpassed by his passion for any form of art. He was a creative soul who will be missed by his friends...
Roger Wiebe
Aug 13, 2014
Madison: Roger J. Wiebe passed away at Heritage Memory Care in Middleton, on Wednesday August 13, 2014 at the age of 74. Roger was born on January 16, 1940, in Green Bay, Wisconsin. He was the son of James H. and Evelyn L (Strommen) Wiebe. His early years were spent in a number of cities including Omaha, NE,...
Richard Yde, Sr.
Aug 12, 2014
On Tuesday August 12th 2014 Richard C. Yde, Sr, doting Grandfather, proud father of seven, and adoring Husband, left us for the "Happy hunting grounds". He passed away peacefully, and apparently happily, as he continued to smile while trying to plant kisses on his attending nurses up until the very end. Richard was a veteran of World War...
Jesse Savage
Aug 11, 2014
Jesse Eugene Savage age 33, passed away unexpectedly August 11th, 2014. Jesse was born October 7th, 1980, in Madison, WI. He grew up in Middleton, WI later becoming a resident of Windsor. Jesse was a social child with boundless energy. He attended school in Middleton, WI and later attended Madison College. He was employed for many years with...
Dr. Campana
Aug 10, 2014
Madison - Joe Campana was born on August 19, 1952 in Buffalo, NY to Frank and Angela Campana. He is survived by several cousins and aunts, his longtime love & friend Dianne Kammer, many friends & his faithful canine companion Bella. He was preceded in death by his father and mother and brother Patrick Campana. Joe graduated from...
Mary Avalone
Aug 10, 2014
Mary Frances Avalone, nee Stevenson, born November 4, 1928, entered eternal rest on August 10, 2014, at age 85, after a courageous, roller coaster ride. She relocated to Waunakee, Wisconsin in June 2011 to be near her family. Mary derived much fulfillment during her more than 50 year membership in Girl Scouts USA. She loved crocheting, sewing, and...
John Lauretic
Aug 9, 2014
Stoughton - Our loving Father, Grandfather, and Great-Grandfather John Eugene Lauretic Jr. entered into eternal life on August 9, 2014. John was born in Illinois on August 25, 1929 to John and Gladys (Bowen) Lauretic. He was raised in rural Stoughton and graduated from Stoughton High School in 1949. John joined the US Army after High School serving...
Linda Hisgen
Aug 9, 2014
Madison - Linda Mae Treat Hisgen died unexpectedly on August 9, 2014, after a brief illness. She was born in Oak Park, Illinois to Harold and Lois Treat. Her great passion was helping and protecting children and families. As a result her education focused on Social Work. Her career began as a frontline social worker in Dane County...
Conrad Polensky
Aug 9, 2014
Blue Mounds, Conrad L. Polensky, age 57, passed away on Saturday August 9, 2014 at his home due to bee stings and heart related complications. He was born May 19, 1957 in Dickinson, ND, the third of nine children, and a son of Albert and Lorene (Keller) Polensky. After high school graduation, he served in the United States...
Robert Wilson
Aug 8, 2014
Robert "Red" Wilson, age 85, of Madison, passed away on Friday August 8, 2014 at Agrace HospiceCare in Fitchburg. Red was born March 7, 1929 in Milwaukee, to the late James and Vesta (Meier) Wilson. He married Vera Koepke on September 9, 1950. He attended Milwaukee Washington High School and is a 1950 graduate of the University of...
Thomas Wilke
Aug 8, 2014
Thomas J. Wilke, age 72, died peacefully on August 8, 2014, at Agrace HospiceCare surrounded by his loving family. Tom was born on Dec. 9, 1941, the son of Earl J and Margaret Wilke. He attended Edgewood Campus School and Edgewood High School. Tom graduated from the UW with a degree in Landscape Architecture. He started his landscape...
Robert Ziegler
Aug 7, 2014
WAUNAKEE-Robert M. Ziegler, age 68, of Waunakee, passed away on Thursday, August 7, 2014 surrounded by his family. He was born in Madison on March 15, 1946, the son of Raymond and Marie (Endres) Ziegler. Bob graduated from Waunakee High School in 1964. He served with the U.S. Army from 1965 until 1971. He married the love of...
Ermil Brodbeck
Aug 7, 2014
MADISON - Ermil Brodbeck, age 91, died on August 7, 2014 after a valiant battle with cancer. Ermil was born in 1922 in Griffin, Georgia and was raised in Kinsley, Kansas. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and was stationed in the Philippines, where a life-long fascination with planes began. His career included working...
Gaylord Matti
Aug 7, 2014
Madison - Gaylord Eugene Matti, age 89, passed away Thursday, August 7th, 2014. Gaylord was born on December 27th, 1924 to the late Nettie Matti (Kramer) and Harrison Matti. He was born in Glen Haven, WI, but was raised in Eastman, WI. He graduated from Prairie du Chien High School in 1942. He served his country in World...
Mary Esch
Aug 6, 2014
Madison - Mary Cullinane Dunn Esch, age 63 of Madison passed away on August 6, 2014 at home unexpectedly from natural causes. Mary was born on Feb 18, 1951 and adopted into the loving arms of John and Eve Cullinane. Mary graduated from West High School, at that time she was employed at Frist Federal Savings and Loan....
Marjorie Morgenthaler
Aug 5, 2014
MADISON - Marjorie J. Morgenthaler passed away on Tuesday August 5, 2014. She was born on June 20, 1923 in Madison, beginning a long and rich life with her parents; Paul and Julia Stark and siblings; Dorothy, Jane, Richard, and Phillip. She grew up in Nakoma and graduated from West High. She attended UW-Madison, earning a degree in...
Larry Nygaard
Aug 4, 2014
Surrounded by family and friends, and held in God's love, Larry passed into Heaven on Monday, August 4th, 2014 at Agrace Hospice Care in Fitchburg. Larry fought hard throughout the past year, and never allowed his cancer diagnosis to hold him back from living and loving his life to the fullest. In between chemo and hospital visits, Larry...
David Holtz
Aug 4, 2014
David Charles "DOC" Holtz Madison- David Charles "DOC" Holtz, Age 62, died on Monday, August 4th peacefully at home. David was born in 1952. In 1953 he was adopted by Carroll and Eunice Holtz. Shortly after, he had a sister "Barbara Jean and a brother Mark Henry". In grade school he was very active in the scouts. He...
Anna Doerfert
Aug 4, 2014
Anna Mae K. Doerfert, age 86, died on August 4, 2014 at ClareBridge of Sun Prairie. She was born on June 18, 1928 in Waukesha, to Henry and Katherine Heberlein. Anna married Willard Doerfert on July 6, 1946 in Horicon. They were happily married 68 years. She was a member of Peace Evangelical Lutheran Church in Sun Prairie....
Urban Werla
Aug 3, 2014
Urban John Werla, age 95, of Dane, died on Sunday, Aug. 3, 2014, at Agrace Hospice House. He was born on May 31, 1919, in the town of Dane, WI, the son of Thomas and Katherine (Barbian) Werla. Urban served honorably in the United States Army during WWII. He earned many honors including two Purple Hearts. Urban was...
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