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.
Doug Clark
Sep 14, 2012
Madison - On Friday, Sept. 14, 2012, Doug, age 56, left his body in bed and joined departed family in an afterlife rich with love, music, food, sunsets, trees, and canyons, or their spiritual equivalents. Doug was born Dec. 19, 1955, in Iowa City, to parents David and Louise Clark. The family moved to Madison's arboretum in 1963....
Stella Taylor
Sep 13, 2012
Our beloved sister-in-law and aunt, Stella Marie Taylor, 95, passed away September 13, 2012, at Woodlands Senior Park, Fond du Lac. Stella was born August 1, 1917 to Charles and Catherine (Arenz) Fortunato in Fond du Lac. She married Gerald J. Taylor on May 2, 1939, at Presentation Catholic Church in North Fond du Lac. They lived in...
Herman Greiber
Sep 13, 2012
Dane/Madison - Herman Joseph Greiber age 89, died on Thurs. Sept. 13, 2012 at All Saints Assisted Living & Memory Care in Madison. He was born on Aug. 30, 1923 in Springfield Corners to Arthur and Christina (Endres) Greiber. He married Genevieve Karls of Waunakee on May 3, 1949. He farmed all of his life in the Dane...
Donald Larsen
Sep 13, 2012
Lancaster, Wis. - Donald J. Larsen, age 78, of Moore, Idaho, Recently living with family in Lancaster, Wis., died peacefully at University Hospital Madison, on September 13, 2012 after his battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alma and Clarence Larsen of Park Ridge, Ill., and will be missed by his family J Kevin...
Victoria Hallam
Sep 12, 2012
Victoria Oglesby Hallam, 68, of Madison, WI, passed away peacefully with her family at her side on September 12, 2012 at the University of Wisconsin Hospital. She was born in Elkhart, Illinois and attended the University of Wisconsin - Madison where she met her husband, Bob. She is survived by her loving husband of 46 years; her daughters,...
Evelyn Slayton
Sep 12, 2012
Evelyn A. Slayton Evelyn was born on December 18, 1919 in Marxville, Wisconsin to Edmund and Minnie (Ewert) Schumann and she was baptized on Christmas day 1919. She was in the first English Confirmation class at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Marxville, Reverend Paul Splett pastor. She was very active in Luther League and she was their first...
Ann Raasch
Sep 12, 2012
Madison-Ann M. Raasch (n�e Anna Mae Buchanan) passed away Wednesday morning after years of battling numerous health challenges, including successfully surviving cancer. Ann, born in Lodi, WI, graduated from Lodi H.S. class of '59. She studied nursing and attended various technical school education programs throughout the years. Ann was an avid volunteer giving her time and care to...
Maria Thomas
Sep 12, 2012
Fitchburg - Maria Antoinette (Cambarare) Thomas passed away on September 12, 2012. Maria is survived by a son, Philip Thomas of Middleton; daughters, Diana Thomas of Madison, and Maria (Larry) Wakefield of Shoreview, Minn.; grandson, Derek Wakefield of Little Canada, Minn.; granddaughter, Alicia Thomas of Madison; great-granddaughter, Jaida Walek-Wakefield of Little Canada, Minn.; one brother, Carmen Cambarare of...
William Davis
Sep 11, 2012
Davis, William P Sun Prairie- William P Davis, age 69, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on September 11th, 2012. Bill was a caring, giving and generous family man. His love of life and his incredible sense of humor will be remembered by all. Bill was proud of all that he accomplished in business but he was...
Herbert Hanneman
Sep 11, 2012
Madison - Herbert "Curly" Hanneman, age 95, passed away on Tuesday, September 11, 2012 at Agrace HospiceCare after a short illness. He was born on February 26, 1917 in Thayer, MO to Frederick and Bertha (Prinz) Hanneman. A World War II Veteran, Herb served in the U.S. Army from 1941 to 1946. He survived the Bataan Death March...
Marian Romig
Sep 10, 2012
Marian Elizabeth "Betty" Ohnhaus Romig, 95, passed away peacefully with her family at her side in her home, at Cross Plains, on September 10, 2012. Born August 16, 1917, in Madison, Wisconsin, Betty grew up on the east side, graduating from East High School. She received her B.S. in English and her R.N. from the University of Wisconsin-Madison....
Michael Brandt
Sep 9, 2012
Michael John Brandt, 29, of Sun Prairie, lost his struggle with depression and passed on to eternal life on September 9, 2012. Mike was very sensitive, kind, and loving, and he was a wonderful son, brother, husband, and friend. Mike lived life to its fullest. He had a great sense of humor, and he always had a story...
Marie Lehman
Sep 9, 2012
Marie D. Lehman, age 92, passed away at home on Sunday, September 9, 2012 with her family by her side. She was born on August 8, 1920, the daughter of Frank and Alma (Sterr) Diny of Greenleaf, WI. Marie was an avid quilter and crocheter at MATC for over 25 years. She was an active church member at...
Donald Rutherford
Sep 9, 2012
Donald Eugene Rutherford, born September 23, 1923 in Lakewood, Ohio, died on Sunday, September 9, 2012 at Agrace HospiceCare in Fitchburg, Wisconsin. Don is survived by his wife, Marilyn Fox Rutherford, four children (and spouses), James Hollis Rutherford, III (and Alice Cummings), Thomas Fox Rutherford (and Sandra Lynn Rutherford), Suzanne Lynn Rutherford and Danilyn Fox Rutherford, and six...
Lawrence Meldman
Sep 8, 2012
Lawrence Jay Meldman, age 69, of Middleton, WI died September 8, 2012 at University Hospital in Madison, WI. Born in Milwaukee, WI to Harold and Edith Meldman, Lawrence was a constant storyteller known for his intelligence and wit, and was quick to make friends anywhere life found him. His friends called him Larry, and audiences knew him over...
Jerry Popowski
Sep 8, 2012
Sun Prairie - Jerry Allen Popowski, age 56, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, September 8, 2012. Jerry was born on November 18, 1955 in Hendricks , MN , the son of Edward and Donna (Sovell) Popowski. Jerry earned his Bachelors Degree in business administration and a Master of Hospital Administration from the University of Minnesota, Carlson School of...
Laura Haag
Sep 8, 2012
Laura Mae Haag, age 83, of Waunakee died on Thursday, September 6, 2012 at the Good Samaritan Nursing Home in Lodi surrounded by her family. Laura was born on September 30, 1928 and married Cyril Haag on May 3, 1949. She was a homemaker and daycare provider for many families over the years. She enjoyed gardening, crocheting, embroidery...
John Seim
Sep 8, 2012
John (Jack) Seim - Cottage Grove, WI John (Jack) Seim entered into eternal life on Saturday, September 8, 2012 surrounded by his family. John was born on December 13, 1929 to Goodworth and Lillian Seim of Madison. He married Doris Ransom on February 8, 1958 at St. Bernard's Catholic Church in Madison. John leaves behind his loving wife,...
Mary Cobb
Sep 8, 2012
Heaven get your fishing poles, crab lines, lobster pots and galley ready cause here comes Captain Mare. Come calm weather or hurricane she could feed a crew and she loved doing it! When you needed a good meal, kind word or helping hand she was there for us and we are missing her so much. Whether raising six...
Harold Gray Jr.
Sep 8, 2012
Verona - Harold Brooks "Bud" Gray, age 73, passed away on Saturday, September 8, 2012, at AgraceHospice Care in Fitchburg. Bud courageously managed 36 years of illnesses. During these years he touched many lives through his patience, strength and a sense of humor. Bud is survived by his wife of 53 years Marion Bridgeman Gray; daughter, Laura Gray...
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