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.
Cynthia Mcclain
Jun 26, 2012
"Come to me all who are weary and burdened and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart and you will find rest for your soul. For my yoke is easy and my burden is gentle." Matthew 11:25-30 Cynthia Octavia McClain has recently made...
Paul Segal
Jun 26, 2012
Madison-Paul P. Segal, MD died June 26, 2012. Paul is survived by his wife, Maria and a sister, Wiktoria Malewska of Stockholm Sweden. Paul lived a full and challenging life. He was a Colonel in the Polish Army during World War II and won numerous decorations for his meritorious service. He was a professor of Ophthalmology in Poland...
Marjorie Johnson
Jun 26, 2012
Madison - Marjorie Kaun Johnson, age 92, died of a stroke on June 26. Marjorie was born on May 17, 1920, in Ottawa, Illinois, a child of Walter V. and Mildred E. Kaun. Her early education was in Chicago and Hammond, Indiana schools. She attended Antioch College, where she met her husband, David B. Johnson. They were married...
Mary Furstenberg
Jun 25, 2012
Mary Ann Furstenberg, age 87, passed away on Monday June 25, 2012 in Mankato, Minnesota. Mary was born in Madison on March 25, 1925 to John and Amanda (Sveum) Klingelhofer. She graduated from the University of Wisconsin in 1946 with a degree from the College of Education. She taught high school English for several years. On June 15,...
John Helt
Jun 24, 2012
John Helt, age 87 passed away June 24, 2012 at home surrounded by his loving family. John was born on November 11, 1924 in the town of Springfield on the family farm to William and Rose (Ripp) Helt. John married Viola Michels on May 2, 1953 at St. Martin's Catholic Church. John was active in the agricultural field....
Gordon Brandt
Jun 23, 2012
Brandt, Gordon McFarland - Gordon L. Brandt, age 72, passed away, surrounded by his family, at Agrace HospiceCare in Fitchburg on Saturday, June 23, 2012. He was born in Madison on August 17, 1939, a son of Chester and Beatrice (Wold) Brandt. On July 28, 1962, he was united in marriage to Carol Gjermo in Stoughton. Gordon served...
Nancy Arneson
Jun 23, 2012
Arneson, Nancy Stoughton- Nancy T. Arneson, age 59, passed away on Saturday, June 23, 2012 at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison. She was born in Stoughton on January 21, 1953, a daughter of Helmer and Elizabeth (Christopher) Arneson. She graduated from Stoughton High School in 1971. Nancy worked at Skaalen Home in Stoughton for over 30 years. During...
Jo Orlandoni
Jun 22, 2012
LAKE WINDSOR - Jo Deen Marion Orlandoni, 71, of Lake Windsor died peacefully on Friday, June 22, 2012, at St. Mary's Care Center in Madison with friends at her side. She was born January 30, 1941 in Madison, the daughter of the late Joseph and Evelyn (Buffington) Dohm. Jo Deen was a graduate of Lodi High School. Jo...
Kenneth Ray
Jun 22, 2012
SUN PRAIRIE - Kenneth Howell Ray, generous and noble spirit, left his earthly life for heavenly endeavors on Friday, June 22, 2012, at the age of 85. Ken was born in Van Buren, Arkansas, August 7, 1926, eldest child of Steel Ray and Eula (Howell) Ray. When he was just ten, during the dust-bowl year of 1936, his...
Joseph Jungbluth
Jun 21, 2012
Jungbluth, Joseph Stoughton- Joseph Jungbluth, age 86, passed away at his home in Stoughton on Thursday, June 21, 2012. He was born in Fitchburg on July 18, 1925, a son of Emil and Mata (Heiny) Jungbluth. Joe was the last of a first generation American emigrant family that came from the small village of Alt Krenzlin Mecklenburg in...
Alfred Frank
Jun 20, 2012
MADISON--Alfred (Aly) age 84, passed away on June 20, 2012 at Sebring Assisted Living in Madison. He was born in Madison Wisconsin and graduated from Madison West High School. He later graduated from University of Michigan with a degree in business and economics. He went to work in the family business and was in charge of the Anheuser...
Theodore Fosdahl
Jun 20, 2012
Fosdahl, Theodore J. Stoughton- Theodore J. Fosdahl, Jr. "Teddy" went to his heavenly home after a fierce battle with cancer on Wednesday, June 20, 2012 at Skaalen Home in Stoughton. Teddy, a.k.a. "Ting-A-Ling" was born on January 26, 1933 in Stoughton to Theodore J. and Eva (Wake) Fosdahl, Sr. He endured many hard times throughout his life, namely...
William Marx
Jun 20, 2012
Madison William Matt Marx, age 60, passed away at home on Wednesday, June 20, 2012. Bill was an avid fisherman and went as often as he could. He also loved football. He is survived by his 3 sons; Matt (Linda), Ben (Amanda), and Jon all of Madison, 3 grandsons Andrew, Nathaniel and Bane; brothers Dan and Fred, sister...
Theresa Queiser
Jun 19, 2012
Sun Prairie-Theresa Marie (nee Craig) Queiser, age 44, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, June 19, 2012 at her home of natural causes. She was born on November 12, 1967 in North Bend, OR the daughter of Bryan & Wilma (Schrader) Craig. Terri was united in marriage with David Queiser on September 4, 1999 in Madison. She was a...
Michael Finfrock
Jun 19, 2012
Finfrock, Michael D. Edgerton- Michael D. Finfrock, age 56, passed away unexpectedly at Edgerton Hospital on Tuesday, June 19, 2012. He was born in Van Wert County, Ohio on August 28, 1955, a son of Doyle and Florence (Baker) Finfrock. He was united in marriage to Rose Netrefa on November 30, 1983. Michael loved spending time with his...
Burdell Percy
Jun 18, 2012
Deerfield/Sun Prairie - Burdell Lorraine "Birdie" Percy, age 76 passed away on Monday, June 18, 2012 with her loving family by her side. She was born on March 5, 1936 in Madison, Wisconsin, the daughter of Paul and Esther (Bohn) Mathison. On June 29, 1957, Burdell was united in marriage to Leonard Percy and together they raised four...
Sharel Surles
Jun 17, 2012
Evansville - Sharel Surles passed away while surrounded by family on June 17, 2012. Born to Evelyn & Barney Abramson Dec 24th 1944 in Chippewa Falls. She received a MS in Special Education from the UW Madison, and specialized in real estate for over 30 years. She loved traveling, golf, bowling and especially bridge in which she became...
Mary Colby
Jun 17, 2012
Madison - Mary P. "Polly" Colby, age 71, died on Sunday June 17, 2012 in Madison. She was born on May 19, 1941, in New York, the daughter of Stephen B.L. Penrose II and Margaret Penrose. Polly's most cherished role was that of mother and grandmother. She was extremely proud of her children: William (Binks), Fredrick (Rick) and...
Charlotte Simansky
Jun 17, 2012
MADISON - Charlotte (nee Shmilowitz) Simansky, age 89, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 17th in Madison. Charlotte was born to Molly and Louis Shmilowitz on February 24, 1923, in New York City. She worked as a secretary for 50 years. Charlotte was a devoted wife, mother, sister, grandmother, daughter and friend, who loved people and loved life....
Lorraine Vergeront
Jun 17, 2012
Lorraine Elanor Vergeront, age 91, passed away at Agrace HospiceCare on June 17, 2012 with her family present. Lorraine is survived by sons George and Gordon, granddaughter Krystle, 2 great-grandsons, sisters Clarice and Delores, and nieces and nephews. Private family memorial service is pending.
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