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.
Beatrice R. Lindberg
Jun 28, 2011
Madison - Beatrice Lindberg died peacefully in the fresh breeze amid birdsong in a garden at Hospice Center (our deepest gratitude to Hospice) with her life mate, Leon Lindberg, at her side on June 28. Born in Northern California, she moved from the ocean waves to the frozen tundra of Wisconsin with her husband, a young professor of political science...
Reta Jane Smith
Jun 28, 2011
Madison - Reta Jane (LeClaire) Smith, age 90, of Madison, passed away on Tuesday, June 28, 2011 at Capital Lakes Terraces in Madison.She was born on July 23, 1920, in Tripoli, Wisconsin, the daughter of Clara Josephine Peterson and Arthur Julius LeClaire. She attended school in Tomahawk, WI and graduated from Rhinelander High School. Reta received her Registered Nursing (RN)...
Rodney Michael Schauer
Jun 28, 2011
Waunakee-Rodney Michael ""Rod"" Schauer age 34 passed away peacefully at home of a heart attack on Tues. June 28, 2011. He was born on Nov 22, 1976 in Madison, the son of Rita (Derra) Viloria. Rodney was employed at RCH Cable. He was also a student at Madison Area Technical College, pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering. He was an...
Sara Louise Bolz
Jun 28, 2011
Madison - Sara Louise Bolz passed away peacefully on June 28, 2011. She was born on January 22, 1962. Her parents were Robert Mayer Bolz and Anne Wilkins Bolz. An intrepid traveler who traversed the globe multiple times, Sara was known for her generosity, innumerable friendships, laughter, and celebrating life. Whether she was counting cranes in Cuba or Bhutan, rafting...
Alice Lawrence
Jun 27, 2011
Stoughton- Alice Lawrence, age 88, passed away on Monday, June 27, 2011. She was born in Switzerland on September 14, 1922, the daughter of Samuel and Emma (Richner) Hofmann. Alice is survived by two children, Ruea Jean Marinin and Jim Byrnes; five grandchildren, Tauna, Clinton, Vanessa, Sherri and Johnny-Ray; four great grandchildren, Ross, Leah, Naomi and Samuel ""Sam""; great great...
David Bonn Mills
Jun 27, 2011
Madison/ Black River Falls-David B. Mills, a retired attorney, died Monday, June 27, surrounded by his family. He was 73 and passed away at Meriter Hospital following a brief illness. He will be remembered for his characteristic enthusiasm and dedication to his family, friends and his wide-ranging pursuits. He tutored children in reading at the Boys & Girls Club. He...
Roland DuPuis
Jun 26, 2011
Madison - Roland L. ""Rollie"" DuPuis, age 82, passed away on Sunday, June 26, 2011. He was born on October 25, 1928 to Edmund J. DuPuis and Theodora E. Leonard in Baraboo, WI.. He graduated from Baraboo High School in 1949 and received his bachelors degree from Wisconsin State College at Platteville in 1954. He served in the US Army...
Thomas K. Glasbrenner
Jun 26, 2011
Thomas Kemp Glasbrenner, age 85, passed away peacefully at his home in Deforest with his loving wife and daughter at his side. A memorial celebration of life will be held at 2pm on Saturday, August 6, 2011 at CRESS FUNERAL HOME, 3610 Speeday Rd., Madison, WI 53705. The family would like to sincerely thank the staff of HospiceCare, Dr. Ansfield,...
Peter M. Priegel
Jun 26, 2011
Madison - Peter Michael Priegel died June 26, 2011, in Madison WI, at the age 68. He was born March 24, 1943, in Evansville, IN, to the late Clarence and Evelyn Grady Priegel.After graduating from Marquette University and attending graduate school at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Peter spent 38 gratifying years teaching high school social studies. His two passions in...
Alberta M. Hayes
Jun 25, 2011
Eau Claire/Madison -Alberta Marie Hayes, 83, passed away on Saturday June 25, 2011 at the Syverson Nursing Home in Eau Claire, Wisconsin.Alberta was born August 31, 1927 to Albert and Mary (Alderson) Hemiller in Apple River, IL. As a child she moved to Janesville, WI with her family where she lived until she married Alden Hayes in 1952. They moved...
Donald John Moritz
Jun 25, 2011
Marshall- Donald J. Moritz, age 65, passed away on Friday, June 24, 2011 at the VA Hospital, Madison. He was born on November 19, 1945 in Arlington Heights, IL the son of Edward and Dorothy (Chidley) Moritz. Donald was united in marriage with Mellinnee Burris on January 17, 1970 in Charlotte, NC . He was a longtime resident of Marshall...
Marion T. Adams
Jun 25, 2011
Madison - Marion T. Adams, age 53, peacefully passed away on Saturday, June 25, 2011 at her brother's home, surrounded by her family. She was born on September 3, 1957 to Martin and Helen (Theodossiadou) Adams in Madison. Marion graduated from Madison West High School in 1975 and then attended MATC. She was a charter member of CapitolAires Drum and...
Dale A. Johnson
Jun 24, 2011
Madison - Dale A. Johnson, age 90, passed away on Fri. June 24, 2011.Dale was born in Park Falls, Wis. on May 5, 1921. He graduated from Lincoln High School in Park Falls. Dale then enlisted the Army Air Force in 1940 and served until 1945.Dale married Vera Brandenburg in Appleton Wis. on May 5, 1949. He worked for the...
Florence L. Monson
Jun 24, 2011
Monson, FlorenceStoughton- Florence L. Monson, age 89, passed away at Skaalen Home in Stoughton on Friday, June 24, 2011. She was born in Edgerton on December 1, 1921, a daughter of Martin and Karen (Kildahl) Hoel. Florence met Harvey Monson of Stoughton at an Edgerton/ Stoughton high school basketball game, and they married at First Lutheran Church on March 2,...
Loretta M. Smith
Jun 24, 2011
Loretta Marie (Walker) Smith""Jack""March 3, 1956 ~ June 24, 2011Madison, WI - Loretta Marie (Walker) Smith, ""Jack"" age 55, departed this life on Friday, June 24, 2011 at University of Wisconsin Hospital in Madison, WI. Born March 3, 1956 in Joiner, AR, the daughter of Jesse Lee Thomas and James William Walker, Sr. Loretta confessed her faith in Christ at...
John B. Deneen
Jun 24, 2011
STOUGHTON- John Bernard Deneen, age 56, a lifelong resident of Stoughton, died suddenly on Friday, June 24, 2011, in Drummond WI. near the family cabin. John was born on May 8, 1955, to the late Bernard and Evelyn (Stoll) Deneen in Stoughton, WI. John graduated from Stoughton High School and later married Susan Quam on September 27, 1975, in Stoughton...
Frances M. Hirsch
Jun 24, 2011
Frances M. Hirsch, age 95, died on Friday, June 24, 2011 at HospiceCare, Fitchburg. She was born on June 9, 1916 to August and Esther Meyer in Tripoli, Wisconsin. Frances resided in northern Wisconsin, Milwaukee and Madison. She was united in marriage to Walter W. Hirsch on November 25, 1948. Frances was employed by the State of Wisconsin in Madison,...
Sue Pelatzke
Jun 24, 2011
Madison - Sue Pelatzke, age 64, passed away Fri. June 24, 2011.Services are pending and a full obituary will be published at a later date.
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Susan Marie Pelatzke
Jun 24, 2011
Madison - Sue was a gift. Family and friends cherished her and were blessed to spend time with her. She had a million-dollar smile and almost as many friends. They described her as ""amazing,"" ""brilliant,"" ""remarkable,"" and ""more loved than anyone else I know."" She was a mentor, counselor, advocate and leader. Her temperament was one of calm equanimity and...
Kenneth A. ""Kenny"" Smail
Jun 23, 2011
Kenneth A. ""Kenny"" Smail, age 59, passed away Thursday, June 23, 2011. He was born on March 31, 1952, the son of the late Clifford and Marion (Spader) Smail. He was born and raised. Kenny was a long-time employee of Kipp Corporation of Madison. He enjoyed fishing, playing cards and camping in the Baraboo area. Kenny is survived by his...
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