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.
Jane Myhre
Jul 7, 2012
Jane M. Myhre, age 94, passed away on Saturday, July 7, 2012 at Hillside Manor in Beaver Dam. She was born on November 3, 1917 in Janesville, a daughter of John and Hulda (Garbrecht) Waldman. On February 22, 1941, she was united in marriage to Oscar Myhre. They had 5 children, and together they farmed in the Janesville...
Shirley Burns
Jul 6, 2012
Madison - Shirley E. Burns died July 6, 2012 at age 85. Daughter of Marjorie and Martin Brawders; wife of Robert Burns; mother of Coleen Burns and Kerry Duersteler; grandmother of Megan and Steven Duersteler; sister of Corrine and Andy Tomaro, Geri and Vern Dawurske, Terry and Shirley Brawders, Gail and Bill Rewolinski and Lauri Felkner. Aunt, cousin...
Jerry Rowe
Jul 6, 2012
Rowe, Gerald (Jerry) Frank Stoughton-Jerry Rowe age 83 passed away on Friday, July 6, 2012, at home. He was born March 9, 1929, in Oregon the son of Edward & Emily (Chark) Rowe. Jerry grew up on a farm outside of Oregon and was closely connected to area farm families by his work as a mechanic and salesman...
John Mccarthy Jr.
Jul 6, 2012
Madison - John B. McCarthy Jr., age 85, passed away on Friday, July 6, 2012 at Sebring Assisted Living. He was born on August 28, 1926 to John and Mary (Burke) McCarthy Sr. in Springfield, Illinois. John received his undergraduate degree from Marquette University in Milwaukee, and his J.D. Degree from Marquette Law School in 1956. He served...
Charleen Halverson
Jul 6, 2012
Halverson, Charleen (Stai) Madison/Stoughton-Charleen Beth (Stai) Halverson, age 80, passed away on Friday, July 6, 2012 at her home in Madison after a long illness. She was born in Stoughton on May 20, 1932 to Lyman and Nora (Aaberg) Stai. Charleen and Philip Halverson were united in marriage on April 10, 1960 and had just celebrated their 52nd...
Mabel Quamme
Jul 6, 2012
Mabel Quamme Stoughton- Mabel E. Quamme, age 89, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 6, 2012 at Nazareth House in Stoughton. She was born in Lodi on July 26, 1922, a daughter of Oscar and Ella (Phillips) Smith. Mabel was the mother of 11, and a grandmother to all. A family graveside service will be held at 3:00...
William Moe
Jul 5, 2012
Madison- William Moe age 73 of Madison, died in his home on July 5, 2012. Bill was born April 17, 1939 in Madison, to Carl and Ruth (nee Horn) Moe. He is survived by his loving wife of 45 years Susie (nee Straw) Moe of Madison; a son, Peter (Stacey) of Lake Forest, Ill.; grandchildren, Kennedy, Olivia and...
Harold Rasmussen
Jul 4, 2012
Madison - Long-time Madison resident and active First Baptist Church member, Harold Rasmussen, passed away in his sleep on the evening of Wednesday, July 4, 2012. Harold was born on May 17, 1915, on a dairy farm near Whitehall, Wisconsin, the youngest of eight children born to Lewis and Marie Caroline (Anderson) Rasmussen. Although his mother was actually...
Harry Zook
Jul 4, 2012
Middleton - Harry David Zook, 96, died on July 4, 2012 at his home in Middleton, Wisconsin. Harry grew up in Big Valley in central Pennsylvania. Born February 8, 1916 in Milroy, the only child of Samuel Milton and Emma (Smucker) Zook, he was raised as a member of the Amish Mennonite community in Belleville. He left his...
Thomas Busse
Jul 3, 2012
Thomas R. Busse, age 87, formerly of Madison, recently of Hyland Park Community in Fitchburg, died peacefully in his sleep on July 3. He leaves a daughter, Joanne Nitka, of Florida; three grandchildren; and devoted nieces and nephews Janice (David) Borski, Jean (Bernie) Fugate, Bonnie (Tim) Flad, Jim (Leslie) Busse and Penny (Michael) McCanles. He was preceded in...
Delores Ralph
Jul 1, 2012
Dolores Mary Ralph passed away in her sleep, Sunday July 1st, 2012, at age 97, at her home. Dolores M. Ralph was born on Apr. 9, 1915, in Lancaster, WI to parents, Frank Philip Lacke and Sylvia Christine (Kreul) Lacke. Dolores graduated from Lancaster High School in 1932. She married her high school sweetheart, Franklin Donald Ralph, on...
Flora Taylor
Jul 1, 2012
Rockford - Flora MacDonald Taylor, age 72, passed away on Sunday, July 1, 2012 at Agrace HospiceCare in Fitchburg, WI. Flora was born on May 7, 1940 in Santa Barbara, California, the daughter of Robert and Josephine (Korshavn) MacDonald. She married Henry W Taylor in 1959. They were later divorced. Flora moved to Rockford in 1960 and after...
Edward Mayland
Jul 1, 2012
Edward James Mayland, age 92, died Sunday July 1, 2012 Ed was born August 27, 1919 in Racine. He grew up in Racine and attended Washington Park High School where he met the love of his life, Ruth Louise DeGroot. Ed and Ruth were married in February, 1941 while attending the University of WI. After graduating and achieving...
Joan Buel
Jun 30, 2012
West Bend-Joan Buel, age 89, found peace on June 30, 2012 at Badger Prairie Health Care Center in Verona, WI. Joan was born April 11, 1923 Pittsburgh, PA to Norwegian immigrants, Karl R. and Anna (Bakkelid) Hammerstrom. She was a graduate of The University of Wisconsin. Joan married the love of her life Robert Jay Buel, Lieutenant, USMC...
Mary Mladenoff
Jun 30, 2012
Madison -- Mary Mladenoff, age 84, died on June 30, 2012. Mary was born on June 10, 1928 to Maria (Picchioldi, d. 1968) and Battista Tarro Genta (d. 1933). She was the seventh of seven children. Her parents immigrated to Montreal, Wisconsin from Locana, Northern Italy in the early 1900s, with many Italians who went to the Hurley...
Craig O'Donnell
Jun 30, 2012
Madison Craig "CJ" O'Donnell, age 24, died suddenly Saturday, June 30, 2012. Craig was loved by his family, friends, and HIS beloved dog "Buddy". He loved to fish and he loved the outdoors. He enjoyed working and loved hanging out with his friends. He was very proud of being a new homeowner. He will be greatly missed. Craig...
Frances Hanson
Jun 29, 2012
Stoughton- Frances Ellen Myrland Hanson, age 87, passed away on Friday, June 29, 2012. She was born in Busseyville on March 19, 1925, the daughter of Roy and Gertrude M. (Kirby) Myrland. The family moved to Fulton in 1926 and in 1932 they moved to a farm near Evansville. In 1947 Frances married Harry G. Hanson and in...
Mabel Jeschke
Jun 29, 2012
McFarland- Our dear mother is now face to face with her Precious Savior, Jesus Christ; having finally passed peacefully from this world into Spiritual Life, at His appointed time on June 29, 2012 at 5:03 a.m. Angel Bearers with love from Above sent personal messages of comfort and strength to her two daughters at the exact time 5:03...
Marilyn Slautterback
Jun 29, 2012
Marilyn Clarke Slautterback of Madison died Friday, June 29, 2012. She was born in North Reading, Massachusetts, moved to West Newton, and in 1943 graduated from Newton High School and from Wellesley College in 1947. After two years as a Lab Technician at the Harvard affiliates, Children's Hospital and Farber Center, she moved to New York City and...
Akira Toki
Jun 29, 2012
Madison - Akira Toki, age 96, passed away on Friday, June 29, 2012 at Willowcrest Care in South Milwaukee. He was born on January 17, 1916 in Madison Wi., the son of Henry and Sueno Toki. Akira served in the Army during WWII as part of the all Japanese 100th battalion. He received a Purple Heart. Akira is...
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