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.
David Moes
Aug 3, 2012
Clyde, CA/Cottage Grove, WI- David A. Moes, age 42, passed away in Clyde, CA on Friday, August 3, 2012. He was born on November 2, 1969 in Frankfurt, Germany, the son of Stephen and Mary "Kathy" (Pusateri) Moes, while his father was stationed there with the U.S. Army. David graduated from Deerfield High School in 1988. He lived...
Charles Conklin
Aug 2, 2012
Middleton: Charles Daniel "Chuck" Conklin, 74, died Thursday, August 2, 2012, in Bayfield, WI. A contemplative man, compassionate Marine, and gentle soul, he died living, free diving in Lake Superior. Chuck is survived by his wife of 50 years, Jane (Ungrodt) Conklin; his three daughters, Kathleen Marie Conklin, Patrice Alexandra Conklin, and Julia Beth Prohaska (David); and six...
Leon Weber
Jul 31, 2012
East Bristol - Leon Henry Weber, age 83, passed away on Tuesday, July 31, 2012 while at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison. Leon was born on January 28, 1929 in Columbus, WI, the son of Alvin and Estelle (Derr) Weber. He married Rosie Jesberger on June 1, 1957 at. St. Joseph Catholic Church in East Bristol. Leon was...
Ann Simonsen
Jul 28, 2012
Ann Elizabeth Simonsen (Betty) 89 Racine/ Waunakee Betty died peacefully on Sat., July 28,2012 at the Waunakee Manor Heath Care Center. She was born on June 9, 1923 to John and Amy (Funk) Willmore and was raised in Union Grove, WI. Betty married Eugene Simonsen in 1946. She worked in a law office in Madison while Eugene was...
Celestia Peterson
Jul 28, 2012
McFarland- Celestia "Sis" Behnke Peterson, age 95, passed away Saturday, July 28, 2012. She was born in Madison on August 5, 1916 the daughter of Frederick and Amelia Behnke. Sis married Maurice Peterson on January 25, 1937. She was a member of McFarland Lutheran Church. Sis is survived by her son, Maurie (Ianne) Peterson of McFarland; grandson, Eric...
Dorothy Gerstenkorn
Jul 28, 2012
Waunakee-Dorothy L. Gerstenkorn, age 81, passed away on Saturday, July 28, 2012 at Karmenta Health Care Center, Madison. She was born on March 11, 1931 in Waunakee, the daughter of Frank & Margaret (Clemens) Hellenbrand. Dorothy was a lifelong resident of Waunakee. She graduated from Waunakee High School, Class of 1949, where she was in the band, on...
Vivienne Babcock
Jul 28, 2012
Madison - Vivienne Martha Babcock, age 91, passed away on Saturday, July 28, 2012 at Agrace HospiceCare. Vivienne was born January 15, 1921, in Whitefish Bay, Wisconsin, the daughter of Lydia and George Van Wagner. She graduated from High School in Prairie du Sac, Wisconsin in 1940. She then attended and graduated from Milwaukee Accredited Beauty School in...
Shoko Narita
Jul 28, 2012
Shoko Narita, age 70, died on July 28th 2012 after a thirty-one year battle with cancer. True to the meaning of her name, female warrior, Shoko acted with courage and strength throughout her life. She raised three children, ran Mary's Tailoring for twelve years, and worked with her partner, Bruce Edwards, at Tellus Mater. Most of all Shoko...
Ethelyn Singkofer
Jul 27, 2012
Stoughton- Ethelyn Mary Singkofer, age 91, passed away on Friday, July 27, 2012 at Nazareth House in Stoughton. She was born in White Lake on November 6, 1920, the daughter of John and Frances (Murry) Oatman. Red graduated from Mosinee High School as Valedictorian in 1939. On June 26, 1943 she married Sheldon Singkofer in Chicago. They lived...
William Chatterton
Jul 26, 2012
Maple Bluff - William A. "Bill" Chatterton. Age 85. Died peacefully on Thursday, July 26, 2012 at St. Mary's Hospital, Madison, Wisconsin. Bill was born Oct. 12, 1926 in Madison, the son of George and Grace Chatterton. He leaves behind his loving wife Jean of 54 years, four daughters, Amy Robinson (Scott) of Columbia, MD, Anne Palmer (David)...
Steve Hansen
Jul 26, 2012
Steve Arthur Hansen, 67, of Waunakee, died peacefully on Thursday, July 26, 2012 at University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics in Madison surrounded by his family. Steve was born February 17, 1945, in Portage, Wisconsin; the son of Henry and Myra (Deschane) Hansen. He married Sue Lindgren on October 13, 1979 in Madison. Steve spent most of his...
Lois Ebersohl
Jul 24, 2012
Madison-Lois (Jean) Ebersohl, age 87, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 24th, 2012 at Sebring Assisted Care Residence. A lifelong resident of Madison, She was born Feb. 22, 1925 in Madison to Robert and Josephine Meyers She is survived by her husband Charles "Chuck AKA Charlie"; her siblings, Doris Bayer of Camarillo, CA and Richard (Patti) Meyers of...
John Leach Sr.
Jul 24, 2012
Madison - John E. Leach Sr. age 85, passed away at his home on Tuesday, July 24, 2012. He proudly enlisted in the United States Navy and served during WWII. Chapel services will be held at SUNSET MEMORY GARDENS CEMETERY, Madison on Monday, July 30, 2012 at 1:30pm with Military honors to conclude his services. Cress Funeral Home...
Charles Mears
Jul 23, 2012
FITCHBURG - Charles M. "Charlie" Mears, age 84 died peacefully on Monday, July 23, 2012 at St. Mary's Hospital after a long battle with heart disease and kidney failure. Charlie was born December 9, 1927, in Hillpoint, WI, the son of Thomas and Stella Mears. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Virginia "Ginny" Mears, of...
Mamie Dorr
Jul 23, 2012
Dorr, Mamie F. (Briggs) Madison - Mamie Fayetta Dorr, age 92, passed away on July 23, 2012. Born Feb. 19, 1920, in Madison, to Ervin and Jessie (Nichols) Briggs. Mamie is survived by Daughters Virginia (Lee) Maynard, Evelyn (Attila) Horwath, Daughter-in Law Lynda Dorr, Son-in-Law Don Gilbertson, Brother Earl (Gloria) Briggs, 13 Grandkids, 27 G Grandkids, 18 GG...
Earl Aldrich
Jul 23, 2012
Madison - Earl M. Aldrich, a long-time resident of Madison, went to be with the Lord on Monday, July 23, 2012. . Born on February 13, 1929 in Portland, Oregon to Earl and Mildred Aldrich, Sr., Earl graduated from the University of Oregon in 1951 and then earned a Master's from Mexico City College-Mexico City (University of the...
Virginia Thousand
Jul 23, 2012
Madison - Virginia "Ginny" Thousand passed away peacefully on Monday, July 23, 2012, in Madison, Wisconsin. She was born Virginia Mary Sutter on June 9, 1926, in Mount Horeb, Wisconsin, daughter of Leo and Esther Sutter, and the oldest of four siblings. She graduated from high school in Mount Horeb. Ginny married Anthony Dean Thousand on June 19,...
Marlene Berg
Jul 22, 2012
MADISON - Marlene Rae Berg, age 78, passed away on Sunday, July 22, 2012, at her home, following medical complications. She was born March 11, 1934, in Madison to Helmer and Katherine (Borchardt) Berg. While limited by significant physical disabilities, Marlene enjoyed a full and fruitful life, surrounded by friends and people who supported her. Her laugh was...
Helen Dorfman
Jul 22, 2012
Madison - Helen G. Dorfman, age 98, passed away peacefully July 22, surrounded by family and friends. She was the faithful wife of the late Saul; proud mother of the late Marc, beloved and esteemed family court commissioner of Jefferson County; fond and grateful mother-in-law of Diana; adoring grandmother of Joe and Paul and cherished aunt and great-aunt....
Jesse Fountain
Jul 21, 2012
Jesse J. Fountain 58, was welcomed home to the lord on July 21, 2012. He was preceded in death by his mother Lizzie Williams, brother Willie Vaughn and daughter Lizzette Fountain. He is survived by his brothers; Sam Vaughn, Sim Gipson, Joseph Johnson, and James Fountain, his sister, Lueretha Fleming, sons Joseph Fountain and Lezerrick Anderson, daughter in-law...
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