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.
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...
Ann Kennedy
Apr 21, 2013
Much to the sorrow of family and friends Ann Brauer Kennedy passed away unexpectedly Sunday, April 21 after a brief illness. Ann was born July 31, 1959 in Madison to Doris and James Kennedy. She was the youngest of three sisters, graduated from Madison West High and UW-Madison. She was an accomplished cartographer and employed at Mapping Specialists...
Robert Paustian
Apr 21, 2013
On April 21, 2013, Second Lieutenant, Bob Paustian, climbed into his B-25 aircraft and flew his final flight up to God. He was 87 years old. Robert Donald Paustian was born to Victor Paustian and Viola Burwell, in Davenport, Iowa, on April 25, 1925. He was the second child of three boys, Victor Burwell, Robert Donald, and William...
Kenneth Klavon
Apr 21, 2013
Kenneth H. Klavon, age 75, passed away Sunday April 21, 2013 in Madison WI. Kenneth is survived by his son Scott Alan Klavon of Madison. He was preceded in death by his wife Donna Jean (Ebneter) Klavon and daughter Susan Elizabeth Klavon. Services will be private.
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Roberta Larsen
Apr 20, 2013
Madison--Roberta Ann Larsen, "Bertie", passed away on April 20, 2013, at the age of 89, at Oakwood Village East Memory Care. She was born to Edith "Hope" and Herman Luers at Washington, Iowa on April 9, 1924. She earned a BA in Art Education at the University of Iowa and an MA in Art Education at UW-Madison. Starting...
Alberta Peterson
Apr 20, 2013
MADISON - Alberta "Betty" May (nee Carmody) Peterson, passed from this earth surrounded by her children on April, 20, 2013. She was 85 years old. Betty was born at home on June 16, 1927 in Sugar Bush, Wisconsin to William and Audrey (Howard) Carmody, who preceded her death in 1976 and 1960. Betty was born with a form...
Robert Thorsen
Apr 19, 2013
Las Vegas, NV/Stoughton, WI- Robert "Bob" L. Thorsen, age 82, died peacefully in Las Vegas, NV on Friday, April 19, 2013 with his wife Joan and daughter Kathy by his side. He was born on the family farm in Stoughton on August 19, 1930 the son of the late Russell and Opal (Henry) Thorsen. He was raised in...
Elaine Ness
Apr 18, 2013
Marshfield - Elaine J. (Briggs) Ness D.V.M., age 47, passed away suddenly on Thursday April 18, 2013. She was born August 4, 1965 in Omaha, NE. She was preceded in death by her father George E. Briggs, her grandmother, an older sister, Elizabeth, and 2 infant brothers. She is survived by her mother, Amanda L. Harding of Kenosha,...
Jean-Pierre Golay
Apr 16, 2013
Born May 1, 1928 in Lausanne, Switzerland; died peacefully April 16, 2013 at Agrace HospiceCare; Janice, his beloved wife of 32 years, was at his side. Loving father of daughter Jeanne Evans-Golay, sons Gabriel and Blaise Golay, and Roger Caplan. Professor of French Literature and Media Literacy in Lausanne until age 60; retired and moved to Madison in...
Marion Munz
Apr 16, 2013
MCFARLAND - Marion A. "Doc" Munz, age 78, passed away Tuesday, April 16, 2013. Marion, known to his many friends as simply "Doc", was born in Iowa County, WI, September 4, 1934, the son of the late Peter and Frances (Clary) Munz. Doc graduated from Lone Rock High School. He grew up in Bear Valley and lived in...
Jerre Ivey
Apr 16, 2013
Jerre Ivey September 22, 1952 - April 16, 2013 Our most beautiful Angel was called home gently and peacefully on Tuesday, April 16th in Madison, WI. Jerre brought a smile to everyone she met. She is loved for her always positive outlook; her passion and dedication to her family and friends; and for her tremendous personal strength. With...
Norman Wood
Apr 16, 2013
MADISON - Norman J. Wood, age 73, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2013 at UW Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Norm was born in East Troy, WI on May 25, 1939 to LaMar and Mary (nee. Maier) Wood. He graduated from Oconomowoc High School, where he was a three-letter athlete and Prom King. While attending UW...
Allen Braddy
Apr 16, 2013
Allen Braddy, age 78, of Waunakee died suddenly on Tues. April 16, 2013 at UW Hospital in Madison. He was born in Wayne City, Illinois on April 9, 1935 to James and Fern Braddy. Al retired as a truck driver for Amoco Gas Company in 1991. He was preceded in death by his wife Donna in 1992. In...
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