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.
Nancy Vernon
Aug 11, 2011
Madison/Racine - Nancy Ann Vernon, age 76, passed away on Thursday, August 11, 2011, at Four Winds Manor in Verona. She was born on August 6, 1935 in Lansing, Michigan, the daughter of James E. and Neita (Bemis) Spencer. Nancy was Past President of the Racine Board of Realtors and was active in the Junior League of Racine...
Eugene Kroeger
Aug 11, 2011
Janesville- Eugene Kroeger, age 71, passed away peacefully on Thursday August 11, 2011 surrounded by his family. He was born in Camp Douglas on August 23, 1939 the son of James and Mary (Berendes) Kroeger. On May 29, 1965 Gene married Donna Disrud. He enjoyed bird watching, gardening and golfing, was an avid sports fan and had a...
Mary Code
Aug 11, 2011
Madison - Mary Guild Code, age 88, died at Hebron Oaks at Oakwood Village West, on Thursday, August 11, 2011. She was born on February 15, 1923 in Chicago to Merritt and Edith (Miller) Guild. Mary graduated from the University of Chicago in 1943, the same year she married Arthur D. Code, her husband of 65 years. She...
Phil Maves
Aug 11, 2011
McFarland- Phil Maves passed away on Thursday, August 11, 2011 after battling cancer. No traditional service will be held, as his wish was to have a Celebration of Life. Please join his family and friends on Saturday, September 24, 2011 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Angelo's Italian Restaurant, 5801 Monona Drive, Monona, to share memories, stories,...
Lou Wendt
Aug 11, 2011
Lou Margaret (Bunes) Wendt passed away and joined her beloved husband John on August 11, 2011. Lou was born March 18, 1927 and grew up in Cornell, Wisconsin. She met her future husband John Wendt (6/27-10/96) in 1944 and they married in 1950. John attended college in Madison, WI and was a Pharmacist for Eli Lilly. They settled...
Gary Rixel
Aug 11, 2011
Pardeeville - Gary M. Van Rixel, beloved husband, father, and friend, age 52, died unexpectedly due to a cardiac event on Thursday, August 11, 2011, at his home in Pardeeville. He was born in Menominee Falls, on June 3, 1959 to William and Veronica (Wypiszynski) Van Rixel. Gary was always a kid at heart and had a great...
Norma Geier
Aug 10, 2011
Madison-Norma Geier, age 92, lifetime resident of Madison, passed away on Wednesday, August 10, 2011 at All Saints Retirement & Assisted Living Facility. Norma is survived by her Daughter, Cathy (Richard) Knothe, family and friends. The family would like to especially thank the entire staff at All Saints for their loving care and support of Norma. Memorial donations...
Karen Collins
Aug 10, 2011
Juneau/Stoughton- Karen Beth Toepfer Collins, age 44, passed away unexpectedly of natural causes on Wednesday, August 10, 2011 at her home. She was born in Stoughton on January 14, 1967, the daughter of Robert and Inez (Stanhope) Toepfer. Karen is survived by her partner, John Shirk; daughter, Kate Collins; son, Joseph R. Shirk; mother, Inez; brother, Steven; nephew,...
Leon Nesheim
Aug 10, 2011
DeForest-Leon A. Nesheim, age 82, passed away from a long illness on Wednesday, August 10, 2011 at the HospiceCare Center, Fitchburg. He was born on January 18, 1929 in Helena, Okla. Lee was united in marriage with Nancy Scheel on September 13, 1969 in Madison. He was a longtime resident of the Deerfield area and most recently moved...
Victor Padilla
Aug 9, 2011
Madison-Victor R. Padilla passed away August 9, 2011 at University Hospital in Madison. Victor was born on November 17, 1948 in Puerto Rico to Florencio and Francisca (Berrios) Padilla. Victor was a beloved father, son, brother and uncle. He will be missed dearly. Visitation will be held Sunday, August 14, 2011 at Cress Funeral Home, 3325 E. Washington...
Karen Kowing
Aug 9, 2011
Karen L. Kowing passed away Tuesday, August 9, 2011 following complications from a long illness. She was born in Madison on June 26, 1947, the daughter of the late Richard and Mary (Miller) Kowing. Karen graduated from Central High School and attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where she enjoyed playing the clarinet with the University Band. Karen loved...
Maria Bermudez
Aug 6, 2011
Maria E. De Bermudez, age 68, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 6, 2011 surrounded by her family. Maria is survived by her loving children; Liliana (Brad) DeBroux, Maria Eugenia (Stephen) Wood, Maria Elvira (Brian) DeBoer, Cathy (Guillermo) Amaya, Fernando Bermudez, and cherished grandchildren; Andres, Daniel, Kasey, Jacob, Brandon, Gabrielle, Sebastian, and Mateo. A visitation will be held...
James Irwin
Aug 6, 2011
Irwin, James Stoughton- James J. Irwin, age 70 of Stoughton , joined his Savior, surrounded by the love of his family and friends at Meriter Hospital in Madison on Saturday, August 6, 2011. He was born in Poughkeepsie , NY on August 23, 1940, the son of Joseph and Alice (Stafford) Irwin. He proudly served his country in...
David Cooley
Aug 6, 2011
Cooley, David David Joseph Cooley found peace on August 6, 2011 after being severely injured in a motor vehicle accident. David was born July 23rd, 1981. The son of Richard and Diane (Collins) Cooley. He grew up in McFarland, WI and a 2000 graduate of McFarland High School. David was very creative expressing himself with many forms of...
Michael Hanson
Aug 5, 2011
Hanson, Michael Stoughton- Michael D. Hanson, age 45, passed away tragically in a motorcycle accident on Friday, August 5, 2011. He was born in Stoughton on February 18, 1966, a son of Dale and Shirley (Nelson) Hanson. Mike served his country in the Marine Corps. Following his service he became an accomplished and well respected Brick and Stone...
Newell Smith
Aug 5, 2011
Newell Smith, age 93, died Friday, August 5 peacefully surrounded by his family at HospiceCare in Fitchburg. Newell was born April 1, 1918 in Galesville, WI to Howard and Anna Louise (Anderson) Smith. His wife of 50 years, Dorothy, and his brother Darrell preceded him in death. Entering the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1936, he earned early recognition...
Lee Merrick
Aug 5, 2011
Marshall-Merrick, Lee W. age 92, of Medina Township, died on Friday, August 5, 2011 peacefully in his beloved home after a brief illness. He was born January 13, 1919 in Greene, New York to Stanley & Florence (Woodman) Merrick. He had two older brother who preceded him in death and two sisters who survive him, Esther Duncan, Watertown...
Donald Leikness
Aug 5, 2011
Leikness, Donald Stoughton- Donald R. Leikness, age 75, passed away at Skaalen home in Stoughton on Friday, August 5, 2011. He was born in Stoughton on August 29, 1935, a son of Henry and Olivia (Offerdahl) Leikness. On May 5, 1964, he was united in marriage to Nancy Lee Nelson in Rockford, IL. Donald worked at Dorsey Trailers...
Margaret Fandrich
Aug 4, 2011
Margaret M. Fandrich, age 90, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 4, 2011 at HospiceCare in Fitchburg following a brief illness. She was born the daughter of Clayton J. and Olive (Earl) Lewis on September 4, 1920 in Lancaster. She attended school in Fennimore and graduated from Milwaukee State Teacher's College. After graduation she taught kindergarten in Stoughton...
Donald Sorensen
Aug 4, 2011
Donald O.M. Sorensen, age 85, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 4, 2011 at Meriter Hospital surrounded by his loving family. He was born the son of Frank and Viola (Matisen) Sorensen in Hartland on August 24, 1925. Donald proudly served his country in the United States Marines, 3rd Division during WWII serving in the Pacific Theatre. He...
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