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.
Alice Moore
Dec 4, 2011
Alice Plochman Moore(known as Lallie to her family) passed away peacefully at Capitol Lakes retirement center in Madison on December 4th, 2011, at age 95. She was born in Evanston, Illinois, November 12, 1916, the daughter of Carl Morris Plochman, a mustard manufacturer, and Margaret Webber Plochman. She graduated from Evanston High School in 1934, and Carleton College...
Donald Wustrack
Dec 4, 2011
Wustrack, Donald E. LAS CRUCES, N.M./ VERONA - Donald E. Wustrack, age 85, passed away on Dec. 4, 2011, at Skaalen Home in Stoughton, after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease. He was born on July 15, 1926, in Waupun, to Herbert and Ida (Leu) Wustrack. He graduated from Brandon High School in 1944. On Aug. 29, 1951,...
Margaret Meyer
Dec 3, 2011
Madison - Margaret Ann Meyer was born October 15, 1918 and went to her Heavenly Home December 3, 2011. She is survived by daughters, Sharon Pufahl and Jane Meyer (John Fons). She is further survived by grandchildren, Christopher (Kim) Pufahl; Rebecca (Brian) Colwell; Melinda (David) Halzen; Benjamin Boltz (Angela Schrader-Leitch) and great grandchildren, Keya, Atley, Baxter and Twyla...
Reverend Wichlei
Dec 3, 2011
The Reverend Richard Wichlei died peacefully in his sleep early Saturday morning, December 3. He was closely attended by family and friends who kept a loving vigil during his final days. He follows his wife of 65 years, Marjorie, who died in December of 2009. Richard was born on March 10, 1916 in Binghamton, NY, to John and...
Robert Dalton
Dec 3, 2011
Robert W. Dalton, age 86, passed away peacefully in Madison, WI Saturday, December 3, 2011 following complications of a hip fracture. He was born May 29, 1925 in S. Fulton TN. He attended Vanderbilt University, Mississippi State University, and St Bernard's College. Robert is a WWII Veteran, and served from 1943-1946 on the USS Tuna of the US...
Reva Salter
Dec 2, 2011
Oak Park, ILL. - Reva Salter, age 94 passed away on Friday, Dec. 2, 2011. Arrangements are pending.
Visitation Visitation Pending Service Service Pending
Gordon Mccann
Dec 2, 2011
Gordon Louis "Gordy" McCann passed away December 2, 2011 at age 88. Gordy was born in Madison on November 23, 1923 one of twelve children to the late Leo P. and Dorthea (Schuler) McCann. He was united in marriage to Margaret Austin. She preceded him in death on February 28, 2005. Gordon was a U.S. Navy Veteran. Gordy...
Rex Lawyer
Dec 2, 2011
Sun Prairie - Rex Warner Lawyer, age 79, passed away on December 2, 2011 in his home while surrounded by his loving family. He was born on January 1, 1932 in Mt. Vernon, MO, the son of Joe and Lora Lawyer. On May 22, 1953, he married the love of his life, Alice Faye. Rex and Alice raised...
Kristi Hund
Dec 2, 2011
Stoughton- Kristi L. Hund, age 54, passed away on Friday, December 2, 2011. She was born on December 12, 1956, the daughter of Duane and Suzanne (Frei) Brickson. Kristi graduated from Stoughton High School, Madison General Hospital Nursing Program and later received her Bachelors degree in Business and MBA from Upper Iowa University. On August 7, 1982 Kristi...
Thomas Hoover
Dec 2, 2011
Madison - Thomas Henry Hoover was born in Wilburton, Oklahoma, on September 28, 1919, to Harry and Jesse Hoover, nee Jackson. He grew up in Texas, where he attained the rank of Eagle Scout, and, later, in Bisbee, Arizona. He joined the war effort in 1943, went to Officer Candidate School, and saw action in France, for which...
Marian Endres
Dec 1, 2011
Died on Thurs. Dec 1, 2011 at Nazareth Health Care in Stoughton. The former Marian Fass was born in Roxbury on April 26, 1922 to Edward and Mary (Fassbender) Fass. She married Arthur Endres on May 9, 1946 and he preceded her in death on Feb. 19, 2001. Marian was a homemaker and enjoyed working on and making...
Verna Sell
Dec 1, 2011
Madison - Verna J. Sell, age 79, entered into heaven on Dec. 1, 2011, at home with her loving daughter by her side. She was born June 17, 1932, in the town of Montpelier to the late Albert and Selma (Kudick) Ollmann. Verna married Donald Sell on May 21, 1960 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Kewaunee County. He...
Dorothy Smithback
Dec 1, 2011
McFarland- Dorothy H. Smithback walked into Gods arms on Thursday, December 1, 2011 surrounded with love from her children and family. She was born in Madison on December 15, 1925, the daughter of Edward and Olive Springman. Dorothy enjoyed wintering in Florida. She is survived by her husband of 65 years, Richard Smithback; two children, Greg (Linda) of...
Louise Boode
Nov 30, 2011
Waupun - Louise Boode age 101, passed away on Wed. Nov. 30, 2011 at The Christian Home and Rehabilitation Center Inc. She was a devoted member of the Beaver Dam Congregation of Jehovah Witnesses. Funeral Service are pending.
Service Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witnesses W7922 Ollinger Road Beaver Dam, Wisconsin 53916 Visitation Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witnesses...
Norma Volk
Nov 29, 2011
Norma V. Volk, age 92, passed away peacefully November 29, 2011 at Walnut Grove Assisted Living Facility in DeForest, WI. She was born October 21, 1919 in Reedsburg, WI. Norma married James Volk April 10, 1940 in Loreto, WI. She loved to stay busy playing euhre and bingo. Norma loved to read and travel. She belonged to the...
Elaine Chase
Nov 29, 2011
Stoughton- Elaine E. "Bette" Chase, age 72, passed away on Tuesday, November 29, 2011 at her home. She was born in Richland Center on February 17, 1939, the daughter of Fritz Humann. Bette retired from American Family Insurance after 33 years. She is survived by four children, Robert (Cyndi), Scott (Edna), Tonya Schneeberg and Sandra (Ricky) Howland; six...
Gregory Cooley
Nov 29, 2011
Poynette - Gregory A. Cooley, age 57, passed away on November 29, 2011 at his home in Poynette. He was born on August 31, 1954 in Madison, the son of Gordon and Joan (Feisst) Cooley. Greg was a loving father to his two children and a dedicated employee of 35 years at Jaeckle Distributors. To some friends known...
Betty Ward
Nov 28, 2011
Ward, Betty Chicago- Betty Jane Ward, died November 28, 2011 in Stoughton, WI. She was born in Chicago September 19, 1922 and married Earl Ward in 1943.The mother of James (Kathleen) and Donald Ward, grandmother of Jennifer (Aaron) Segal, Tamara (Stan) McMillan and Donny Ward and great grandmother of Max, Natalie, James, Gabby, Maya, Vaughn, Lucy Jane, and...
Lucille Klipp
Nov 28, 2011
Lucille J. Klipp, age 90, died peacefully at her home November 28, 2011 in Madison, WI. Lucille was born in Chimney Rock, WI on June 24, 1921. Growing up through the depression helped frame her values and helped develop her character and integrity. She graduated High School in 1939, joined the war effort, married Wilbert Klipp in 1945...
Adeline Halverson
Nov 27, 2011
FITCHBURG Adeline Florence "Addie" Halverson, passed away peacefully Sunday, November 27, 2011 at age 98. She was born in Chicago on August 8, 1913, the 8th child of twelve, to the late Theophil and Constance (Ramion) Rux. Adeline was united in marriage to Orin O. Halverson in Chicago, October 8, 1949. He preceded her in death on February...
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