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.
Oliver Irgens
Nov 24, 2011
Oliver Kay Irgens (known among friends as O.K. or Kay) born August 25, 1926 in Red Wing, MN to Marcus W. Irgens and Adena (Johnson) Irgens. Passed away while enjoying Thanksgiving and the Packer game with his family Thursday, November 24, 2011. Kay graduated from Lancaster High School in 1944. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy in September...
Mary Buhler
Nov 23, 2011
DeForest / Waunakee - Mary O. Buhler, age 78, died peacefully at her home on Wed Nov. 23, 2011 surrounded by her husband, children and grandchildren. The former Mary Wagner was born in Ashton on March 16, 1933 to William and Margaret (Brabender) Wagner. She married Edward Buhler in 1956 and together they farmed for 40 years. Family...
William Braucht
Nov 23, 2011
William C. Braucht age 81 passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Nov.23, 2011 at Agrace HospiceCare, Inc. surrounded by his loving family. He was born March 23, 1930 the son of William and Honora Braucht. Bill grew up in Aledo, IL where he developed loving lifelong friendships. Bill attended the University of Dubuque where he was a three sport...
Peter Zilley
Nov 21, 2011
Madison - Peter C. Zilley, age 69, died on Monday, November 21, 2011 at UW Hospital in Madison. He was born on February 26, 1942 to William and Mabel (Casey) Zilley. Peter spent his younger years in Beloit as well as Madison. He was united in marriage to Dianne Handel on May 31, 1974. Peter was a proud...
Charles Franzke
Nov 21, 2011
Soldiers Grove - Charles "Chuck" Franzke, age 81, passed away Nov. 21, 2011 at his residence. Chuck was born in Kimball, South Dakota and moved to Chicago and later to Wisconsin. He enjoyed a lifetime of working with plants and fish. Chuck is survived by his children, Deborah (John) Featherston, Charles "Chaz", Cheryl (Dan) Featherston; grandchildren, John (Andrea),...
Elizabeth Showers
Nov 21, 2011
Madison - Elizabeth (Bette) Showers, age 84, passed away peacefully on Nov. 21, 2011, surrounded by her children and grandchildren. Bette was employed by Mallatt's Pharmacy and Merriter Hospital. Family and friends remember her for her love of children and animals, as well as her warmth and infectious smile. She leaves behind four daughters, Penny (Gary) Mory, Pam...
Carol Baker
Nov 20, 2011
Carol Marie Baker, 74, died at a Verona nursing home on Sunday, November 20 after a long struggle with Alzheimer's disease. She was born on April 18, 1937 in Alta, IA to the Rev. Kurt and Marie (Quade) Horn. Carol spent her childhood in Iowa and Wausau where she graduated from Wausau High School. She later attended Valparaiso...
Laverne Nelson, Sr.
Nov 20, 2011
Nelson, Sr., LaVerne "Worm" Stoughton- LaVerne Clair "Worm" Nelson, Sr., age 82, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family at his home in Stoughton, on Sunday, November 20, 2011. He was born in Edgerton on August 24, 1929, and was united in marriage to Elaine Vike in Dubuque, Iowa on October 27, 1951. Worm began his working career...
Joseph Cristina
Nov 19, 2011
Madison - Joseph P. Di Cristina passed away peacefully November 19, 2011, surrounded by family. Joseph was born March 17, 1925, to John Di Cristina and Catherine Spatola Di Cristina in the Greenbush neighborhood of Madison. He was proud of his Italian heritage and was very active in the Italian community, including a term as president of The...
William Williamson
Nov 19, 2011
William Landram Williamson, 91, Professor Emeritus, University of Wisconsin-Madison, died on Saturday, November 19, at Agrace HospiceCare Center. Dr. Williamson was born in Lexington, Kentucky and raised in Atlanta Georgia. He received degrees from the University of Wisconsin, Emory University, Columbia University and the University of Chicago. After service in the U.S. Army as troopship transport commander in...
Richard Dodd
Nov 18, 2011
Madison - Richard "Arthur" Dodd died at home in Madison on Friday, Nov. 18, 2011 as a result of cancer first diagnosed in 2007. Arthur was born on February 11, 1922 in the English Midlands to Richard and Harriet Dodd. During WWII he worked in the Rolls-Royce foundries, manufacturer of fighter engines for the British RAF planes, and...
Kathleen Kellnhofer
Nov 18, 2011
Kathleen A. Kellnhofer, age 58, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 18, 2011, with her loving family at her side. She was born August 17, 1953 the daughter of Maurice and Rosemary (Weber) Weist in Lancaster. Kathleen was a 1971 graduate of Cassville High School, grew up in Cassville, and later moved to Madison where she lived until...
Richard Kinzler
Nov 18, 2011
Kinzler, Richard Madison- Richard Kinzler, age 73, of Madison, passed away peacefully on November 18, 2011, following a brief battle with cancer. Richard was born February 16, 1938 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Richard proudly served in the Armed Forces from 1957-61. He married Mary Coffey on September 20, 1962. Richard was employed by Highway Trailer, Stoughton, and also Dairy...
Marilyn Berryman
Nov 16, 2011
McFarland- Marilyn J. Berryman, age 78, passed away on Wednesday, November 16, 2011 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born in Union, IL on February 23, 1933, the daughter of Clarence and Eleanor (Hertel) Holtz. Marilyn attended Elgin, IL schools. In 1950 she met Donald Berryman at Zion Lutheran Church in Elgin and on July...
Mary Voigt
Nov 16, 2011
Stoughton- Mary K. Voigt, age 77, passed away peacefully in her home on Wednesday, November 16, 2011 surrounded by her family. She was born in Alton, IL on September 15, 1934 the daughter of Robert and Katherine McManus. Kay dedicated her life to the Stoughton community and volunteered in many capacities, including being a lifetime member of the...
Ethel Kvalheim
Nov 16, 2011
Stoughton- Ethel Margaret Nelson Kvalheim, age 99, passed away on Wednesday, November 16, 2011 at Stoughton Hospital. She was born in the town of Pleasant Springs on March 5, 1912, the eldest child of John and Martha Bertina (Larson) Nelson. Ethel graduated from Stoughton High School in 1930. On May 21, 1933 she married Arthur Peter Kvalheim at...
Norma Kaus
Nov 15, 2011
Deerfield- Norma Jean Kaus, age 68, passed away on Tuesday, November 15, 2011 at St. Mary's Hospital. She was born in Hillsboro on November 17, 1942, the daughter of Ernest and Mary (Fanta) Marshall. On February 14, 1973 Norma Jean married Roger Kaus. Together they moved to Deerfield where Roger started driving truck for Irv Gullickson. Norma Jean...
Edgar Jaeckel
Nov 15, 2011
Sun Prairie - Edgar Jaeckel, age 85, passed away on Tuesday, November 15, 2011 while at Oakwood Village East. Edgar was born on April 25, 1926, the son of Fred and Anna (Luebke) Jaeckel. He later married Gladys Jaeckel on April 24, 1954 in the Reeseville area. Edgar worked for over 40 years in the Operating Engineers Local...
Gabriella Kelly
Nov 15, 2011
Gabriella Grace Kelly was born into the hands of her parents, John and Annie Kelly, and placed in God's loving arms Tuesday, November 15, 2011. Although her time with her family was brief, her beautiful face will be remembered and cherished forever by her parents, John and Annie, and her sister Brianna. She is survived by her grandparents...
Max Medow
Nov 14, 2011
Waunakee - Max Medow, age 89, died November 14, 2011. Max is survived by his wife Evelyn; niece Julie (Jim) Dornik, 'grandsons', Travis, Matt and Zach. There will be a Gathering to Remember Max on Wednesday, November 16, 2011, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. at Cress Funeral & Cremation Service, 6021 University Avenue, Madison, WI 53705
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