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.
Ben Schiro
Apr 29, 2013
Madison-Ben Schiro, age 86, passed away on Monday, April 29, 2013 at Agrace Hospice. He was born in Madison on February 14, 1927 to the late Peter and Angeline (Renda) Schiro. He was a graduate of Central High School and joined the United States Army serving in World War II. His entire career he worked as a Plumber...
Faye Wolter
Apr 28, 2013
Waunakee - Faye Aileen Wolter, age 73, passed away on Sunday April 28th at Meriter Hospital in Madison, WI where she worked in the Emergency Room from 1982 to 2000. She was surrounded by all three of her children at the time of her passing. Faye was born to Ansel & Lorraine (Hoyer) Lehman of Hartford, WI on...
Elizabeth Kemp
Apr 27, 2013
Elizabeth Kemp age 81 of Waunakee died on Sat. April 27, 2013 at Agrace HospiceCare in Fitchburg. Betty was born in Dane on July 4, 1931 to Edward and Adelaide (Frederick) Taylor. Betty worked for Rosenberg's Grocery Store for 29 years and following retirement she began to enjoy a number of hobbies including; gardening, embroidery and especially baking....
Robert Barnes
Apr 27, 2013
Dr. Robert F Barnes went to be with the Lord on April 27, 2013. Robert was born in Estherville IA February 6, 1933. He graduated from Estherville Junior College in 1953 and served in the Army as an intelligence specialist while in Germany. He graduated from Iowa State with a B.S. in Agronomy in 1957; from Rutgers University...
Betty Mecum
Apr 26, 2013
McFarland - Our beloved Betty Mecum passed away on Friday, April 26, 2013 after a short but very brave battle with pancreatic cancer. She was 89 years young, and kept her keen memory and sense of humor until the very end. Betty was born in Madison on January 20, 1924, to Martin and Josephine (Pechota) Clemage. She grew...
Paul Ladwig
Apr 26, 2013
Cottage Grove - Paul William Ladwig, age 70, passed away on April 26, 2013 at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison. He was born on May 20, 1942 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin the son of William and Lucille (Knoth) Ladwig. Paul retired after working many years as a Graphic Illustrator for Case in Racine, WI. Paul is survived by his...
Red Frank
Apr 26, 2013
Deerfield- Edwin "Red" Frank, age 82, passed away on Friday, April 26, 2013 at his home, surrounded by his family. He was born in Ft. Atkinson on May 14, 1930, the son of Walter and Frances (Foat) Frank. Red enlisted in the U.S. Army and served his country from 1950-1952. On May 7, 1960 he married Virginia "Ginny"...
Jerome Churchill
Apr 26, 2013
Windsor - Jerome S. "Jerry" Churchill, age 69 passed away with his loving family by his side on Friday, April 26, 2013 at Agrace HospiceCare. He was born on May 31, 1943 in Endover, WI, the son of Kenneth and Margaret (Vedvick) Colby. On June 29, 1963, Jerry was united in marriage to Carol Raley in Rio, WI....
Carole Ritter
Apr 25, 2013
Madison - It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of a loving wife, mother and grandmother, Carolyn Ellen Ritter (Banasik), on Thursday, April 25, 2013. Carole was born on August 17, 1938 to Joseph and Irene (Ormsby) Banasik of LaCrosse, WI. She married Tom Ritter on November 28, 1959. Carole will be deeply missed by...
Bernice Bickel
Apr 25, 2013
Madison-Bickel, Bernice M., age 91, went home to be with her Lord and Savior after dying peacefully on April 25th, 2013 at Agrace Hospice Care in Fitchburg, WI. Bernice was preceded in death by her parents (Leo and Rose), her husband, Lester of 57 years, her sister, Lorraine Altenburg and her brother, Francis Metzger. She is survived by...
E. Witte
Apr 25, 2013
E. Kendall "Ken" Witte, born April 9, 1926 to Wilbert Lee and Nelda Ellnora Witte in Madison, died April 25, 2013. Ken attended Waubesa School, a one room schoolhouse for grades 1 - 8 and graduated from Madison East H.S. in 1943. Ken enlisted in the navy and trained as a radio and radar repair technician. He was...
Elliot Iver
Apr 25, 2013
The Life and Times of Elliot Iver by Michael Butkus-Bomier We are all born into the time and place chosen for us by luck or fate. Elliot was born, not unlike some people here today, into a time that was both undergoing rapid change but also, one that did not hold in high esteem those qualities and ideals...
Celia Lamper-Linden
Apr 25, 2013
McFarland- Celia Lamper-Linden, age 68, lost her courageous 25 year battle with cancer on Thursday, April 25, 2013 at the Agrace HospiceCare Center in Fitchburg. She was born in Anderson, IN on October 5, 1944, the daughter of John and Gloria (Kennerk) Lamper. Celia graduated from Madison Heights High School in Anderson. Her passion for education and nursing...
Audrey Tegtmeyer
Apr 23, 2013
Edgerton/Madison/Waunakee - Audrey Mae Tegtmeyer Nee Hippe age 82, passed away on Tuesday, April 23, 2013 at Waunakee Manor. She was born in Edgerton, Wisconsin on September 3, 1930, the daughter of Ben and Jennie (Daniels) Hippe. She graduated from Edgerton High School, attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison and graduated from the Deaconess Hospital School of Nursing in...
Harvey Malofsky
Apr 23, 2013
Madison-Harvey M�lofsky aged 82 died peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday morning April, 23rd, 2013 at Agrace Hospice. Harvey is survived by Rona, his wonderful wife of 55 years, and his children; Lyn of Milwaukee, Michael (Sara) of Verona, Janna (Dave) Papermaster of Milwaukee and Ann (Bill Shaw) of Scottsdale, Arizona. Harvey is also survived by his 7...
Mae Mitchell
Apr 22, 2013
Mae Lillian Mitchell Satisfied with her 98-year life, Mae Lillian Mitchell said, "Don't feel bad. I don't," before she died Monday April 22, 2013 Mae was born in Detroit Michigan February 18, 1915. She was one of six sisters raised in a crowded house. They remained close throughout the years. When the last of those sisters died last...
Cynthia Benevenga
Apr 22, 2013
Cynthia R. Benevenga, age 83, passed away on Monday April 22, 2013 surrounded by her family at Meriter Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin. She died from complications of pneumonia and septic shock. Cynthia was born in Long Beach, California, in September of 1929, to Francis and Ada. She was the middle of three children between her brother Francis "Frank"...
Douglas Hartshorne
Apr 22, 2013
Madison- S. Douglas Hartshorne, age 79, passed away surrounded by his family on Monday, April 22, 2013 at Agrace HospiceCare Center. Doug was born in Madison on May 7, 1933, the son of Stephen and Martha Hartshorne. He was a proud member of Operating Engineers Local 139. Doug is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Carol;...
Salvadore Sanfillippo
Apr 22, 2013
Madison - Salvadore (Sam) Sanfillippo, age 93, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 22, 2013, at 9:06 p.m. in his home thanks to the devotion, love, and care by his daughter Ellie, surrounded by his loved ones as he always wished. Sam was born February 14, 1920, in Waukesha, WI. His mother and father arrived in this country...
John Driscoll Jr.
Apr 21, 2013
John K. Driscoll, Jr. ("Jack"), passed away on Sunday, April 21, 2013, surrounded by his family and his sons after a long fight against pancreatic cancer. Jack was born in Arlington, Virginia on January 26, 1961, to John and Carole Driscoll. He grew up in Cleveland Heights, Ohio, moving to Madison during high school. He graduated from James...
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