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.
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...
Ruth Scheel
Sep 7, 2012
Madison - Ruth E. Scheel, age 90, went to her heavenly home on Friday, September 7, 2012 after walking with her Lord, Jesus Christ her whole life. She was receiving Hospice Care at Four Winds Lodge in Verona after living there for several years. Her granddaughter, Corrie, was present and holding her hand when she died. She had...
Don Heaney
Sep 6, 2012
MADISON Donald Lee Heaney, age 81 passed away Thursday, September 06, 2012 at St. Mary's Care Center. He was born in West Allis on May 15, 1931 the son of the late Edward W. and Catherine (Strizel) Heaney. He graduated from UW Madison as an undergraduate and received advanced degrees from the college of law. Don was united...
Shanta Omernick
Sep 6, 2012
Madison - Shanta T. Omernick, age 38, passed away peacefully at UW Hospital on Sept. 6th, 2012. She was born on Feb. 21st 1974 in Colorado to Lenette Omernick. She soon moved to Madison, WI where she spent the rest of her life. She is survived only by her 4 children, Camren James-Omernick, Tatianna, Tayveon, and Saveaae. The...
Gery Hammersley
Sep 6, 2012
Muskegon, MI - Gery Blake Hammersley, age 56, passed away peacefully on September 6, 2012 at his home after a courageous battle with cancer. Gery was born on April 22, 1956 in Madison Wisconsin to Robert and June Hammersley. He married Bonnie (Brewer) on October 21, 1989 at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Rio, Wisconsin. He lived in Sun...
Laura Haag
Sep 6, 2012
Waunakee- Laura Haag, age 83, died on Thurs. Sept. 6, 2012 at the Good Samaritan Center in Lodi. Funeral services will be held on Monday Sept. 10, 2012 at St. John's Catholic Church in Waunakee at 11:00 a.m. Friends may call on Sunday Sept. 9, 2012 at the Winn-Cress Funeral Home in Waunakee from1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m....
Joy Parfitt
Sep 5, 2012
Madison-Joy W. Parfitt, age 91, passed away on Wed. Sept. 5, 2012 at Attic Angle Health Center. Arrangements are pending. A full obituary will be published at a later date.
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Sally Mccrank
Sep 5, 2012
Milwaukee - Sally L. McCrank, age 76, passed away on Wednesday, September 5, 2012. She was born on March 12, 1936 in Madison, the daughter of Herman and Ingaborg (Lund) Haugen both of Norway. She was united in marriage to John McCrank on August 12, 1972 and he preceded her in death in 2000. Sally was a life...
Kenny Eith
Sep 4, 2012
McFarland- Kenny E. Eith, age 68, passed away on Tuesday, September 4, 2012 at the VA Hospital in Madison. He was born in Madison on April 9, 1944, the son of Edwin and Wilma (Fahrni) Eith. Kenny enlisted in the U.S. Army and served two terms during Vietnam. He was employed by Dairy Equipment for 38 years. Kenny...
Serene Olsen
Sep 4, 2012
Madison - Serene Marie Olsen, age 100, passed away on Tuesday, September 4, 2012 at Oakwood Village East in Madison. Serene was born on September 15, 1911 at her home in Leeds Township, the daughter of Severt and Nettie (Swansby) Fosmark. She married her husband, Egbert "Bud" Olsen on August 21, 1937 at the Spring Prairie Lutheran Church...
'Kirby' Dorfschmidt
Sep 4, 2012
Stoughton- 'Kirby' Richard Dorfschmidt, age 60, passed away on Tuesday, September 4, 2012 at the Agrace HospiceCare Center in Fitchburg after a seven year courageous battle with a brain tumor. He was born in Merrill on June 19, 1952. Kirby graduated from Beloit Memorial High School. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps during Vietnam and was honorably...
Evelyn Nordness
Sep 3, 2012
Evelyn M. Nordness "Aunt Evie", age 95, passed away Monday, September 3, 2012 in Sun Prairie. She was born on June 1, 1917 in Waterloo and was the daughter of Joseph and Elsie (Krueger) Arnold. She was a member of Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary Catholic Church. She worked for Eagle Foods, enjoyed traveling very much, both...
Ruth Smith
Sep 3, 2012
Madison - Emily Smith was born on August 12, 1916 and died September 3, 2012. She was intelligent, independent, passionate about animals and incredibly generous with her time and finances. A private burial will be held with the Reverend Mary Paul Long officiating. Memorials can be made to The Humane Society of Jefferson County in Fort Atkinson WI....
Marcia Kurtenacker
Sep 3, 2012
Madison, Alabama: Marcia Ann Kurtenacker, age 61, passed away on Monday, September 3, 2012 at Woodside Lutheran Home in Green Bay. Marcia was born February 16, 1951 the daughter of Robert S. and Elizabeth (Gay) Kurtenacker. Private family services will be held at Grace Episcopal Church in Madison, WI.
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Gregory Apland
Sep 2, 2012
Lodi - Gregory L. Apland, age 62, died unexpectedly on September 2, 2012 while at his home. Greg was born on February 15, 1950 in Chicago, IL, the son of Robert and Jeannie Apland. Greg graduated from Forest View High School in Chicago and later with his Bachelors Degree in Design from Southern Illinois University at Carbondale. Greg...
Roland Ellis
Sep 2, 2012
McFarland- Roland C. Ellis, age 83, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 2, 2012 at his home. Roland was born on September 22, 1928 in Monroe, a son of Richard and Marie (Raether) Ellis. The family moved to the Evansville area and Roland graduated from Evansville High School in 1946. Roland enlisted in the Army and served in...
Margaret Olson
Sep 1, 2012
Madison - Margaret E. "Peggy" Olson, age 57, of Madison, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 1, 2012 at her home surrounded by loving family and friends after a brief but courageous battle with cancer. She was born on July 30, 1955 in Racine, Wis. to James R. and Mary Jane (Schelling) Olson. She met her adoring husband,...
William Brinkley Jr.
Sep 1, 2012
William "Bill" Brinkley Jr. of Waunakee, passed away on September 1, 2012 at Agrace Hospice at the age of 87. He was born on May 5, 1925 in Richmond, VA to parents, William and Edna (Hartman) Brinkley. The family moved to Madison, WI when Bill was a young child. He grew up with one older sister, Roberta "Bobye"...
Delores Treadwell
Sep 1, 2012
Windsor: Delores Treadwell, age 78, passed away on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2012. She was born Dec. 21, 1933 to Otto and Meria (Bordson) Koltes. Delores was employed at Research Products and American Girl, and made many friends at each. Her greatest joys were spending time with her grandchildren and watching Robert Newman on The Guiding Light. Delores is...
Dalton Drinkall-Loos
Sep 1, 2012
Sun Prairie-Dalton Anthony Drinkall-Loos passed onto eternal peace over the Labor Day weekend 2012. His final day was on Sunday, the day of rest. Dalton was born in Madison and would have turned 21 on the 27th of this month. Dalton is his family's Super Hero, he gave a generous gift that most do not consider. If a...
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