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.
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...
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...
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