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.

Dr. Ricardo B. Quintana, Jr.
Nov 25, 2010
Dr. Ricardo Beckwith Quintana Jr., age 70, passed away November 25, 2010. He was born August 23, 1940 in Madison, the son of distinguished Professor Ricardo B. & Janet (Harris) Quintana Sr.
Dr. Quintana, Jr. received a BA from Harvard, an MA from the University of Chicago, and a PHD from UW Madison -- each in mathematics. He...
Kenneth I. Meyer
Nov 25, 2010
Kenneth I. Meyer, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend passed away peacefully in his home on Thanksgiving Day after a courageous fight against Cancer. He was born in La Crosse on April 22, 1928 to Carl and Bessie Meyer. The second of four sons, Ken grew up in Wisconsin Dells where he met the love of his life,...
Ulamae Knutson Bullington
Nov 24, 2010
Madison -- Ulamae Bullington (Knutson) died peacefully on November 24, 2010, following a long and gradual decline in her health. Born March 15, 1919, Ulamae was a daughter of Reuben and Orlista Knutson who were long time residents of Madison before their deaths some years ago. Her sister Evelynne also preceded her in death in 2004.
Ulamae graduated from Stevens Point...
M. Elaine Dunn
Nov 24, 2010
Madison-M. Elaine Dunn, age 87, went to see her Lord on Nov. 24, 2010 at the Don & Marilyn Anderson HospiceCare Center in Fitchburg. Elaine was born on May 11, 1923 in Portage the daughter of Ervin and Mary (Moungey) Thayer. She graduated from Portage High School in 1941. On October 17, 1941, she was united in marriage to John...

Kenneth H Neville
Nov 24, 2010
DeForest- Kenneth Hampton Neville, age 93, passed away on November 24, 2010 at Good Samaritan Society of Lodi. He was born on March 6, 1917 in Detroit, MI the son of Elliot & Geneva (Junk) Neville. Ken was united in marriage to Marion Dannen on June 26, 1940. He grew up on a farm in Adair County, IA and graduated...

Thomas Michael Barcz
Nov 23, 2010
Madison- Thomas Michael Barcz left us peacefully at age 62 on November 23, 2010 following a valiant battle with cancer and was survived by his mother Genevieve, daughters Nikole Roxanne, Stefanie Arete, (James Guzanick) and grandson Max; Nikole and Stefanie's mother Linda Susan, and brother Dennis (Deborah) and nieces Jessica and Morgan. Â After growing up in the Milwaukee area...
Lucretia Anne Patenaude
Nov 22, 2010
Lucretia Anne (Lue Anne) Patenaude passed away on Mon. Nov. 22, 2010. Lue Anne was born in Milwaukee to Walter and Helen (Malkowski) Wetzel on March 7, 1942. She graduated from Marquette University in 1963. Lue Anne worked for Cook County Dept. of Public Aid for two years and Catholic Social Services for six years and she was a Teachers...
Herbert Phillip Dittmann Jr.
Nov 22, 2010
Herbert (Herb) Phillip Dittmann Jr. , age 79, died November 22, 2010 at St Mary's Care Center in Madison after battling acute leukemia. Herb was born on December 19, 1930 in Beloit, Wisconsin to Herbert P Dittmann Sr. and Loretto (Seymour) Dittmann. Â Herb spent most of his early life in Wisconsin Rapids until he moved to West Bend during...
Robert M. Laurion
Nov 21, 2010
Robert Marion Laurion, age 86, passed away on Sunday, November 21, 2010, at his home. Â ""Bob"" was born in Chicago, IL, on February 4, 1924, to LeRoi and Marion Laurion. Â The family, including elder brother LeRoi, moved to Cranford, N.J. in 1928. Â Bob graduated from Cranford High School in 1942, and from Northwestern University in 1946, with...
Marcelaine Hobson Winner
Nov 21, 2010
Marcelaine Winner died on November 21, 2010 at the age of 85.  She was born on October 7th, 1925 in Rome, Italy, where her parents lived while her father was the American Delegate to the International Institute of Agriculture. She was a long time resident of Madison, having moved here in 1931 when her father became a professor of Agriculture Economics at the University of...

Edna M. Zingg
Nov 21, 2010
Edna M. Zingg, age 101 3/4, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 21, 2010 at Oak Park Place in Madison. She was born February 27, 1909, in Wautoma, the daughter of Max and Emma (Bohn) Weiland. She was a member of Peace Lutheran Church. On July 4, 1933, Edna was united in marriage with Walter Zingg. Edna and her late...
Florence Brandt McConnell
Nov 21, 2010
McFarland- Florence Brandt McConnell, age 93, passed away on Sunday, November 21, 2010 at Skaalen Home in Stoughton. She was born in Dane County on April 2, 1917 the daughter of Oscar and Jane (Knouse) Harrison. Florence married Willie Brandt in 1935. Along with her sister, Genevieve and brother-in-law, Glen Brandt, they owned and operated the Edwards Park Store and...
Harry Joseph Findler
Nov 20, 2010
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Sun City, AZ/ Sun Prairie WI: Harry Joseph Findler, beloved husband for 47 years to Alice Kay (Joy) Findler, survived by two daughters who adored him, Leslie (Mark) Ealy and Susan Bishop, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2010 at the age of 72 after a long struggle with heart failure. He was cherished by five beautiful grandchildren,;...
Florence Margaret Stevens
Nov 20, 2010
Florence M. (Lines) Stevens, age 96, died peacefully on Saturday, November 20, 2010 at HospiceCare, Inc; in Fitchburg, WI, surrounded by her children. Formerly of Alexandria, MN, she lived independently for 95 years.Florence was born on September 23, 1914, at home in Cottonwood, MN. She attended school in Cottonwood and Redwood Falls, MN, and graduated in 1932 from Cottonwood High...
Warren Delbert Leadley
Nov 20, 2010
Warren D. Leadley, age 88, passed away on Saturday, November 20, 2010. He was born in Waukesha on August 9, 1922 to Delbert and Harriett (Prescott) Leadley. He graduated from Waukesha High School in 1941. During high school he enjoyed the arts, including: drawing, painting, charcoal, and cartooning. Warren served overseas with the 664th Topographical Company, 20th Corp. of Engineers,...
Jack L. Gibbs, Sr.
Nov 19, 2010
Jack, age 63 of Marshall, went to eternal rest on Friday at the Hospice center surrounded by his family. He graduated from East High School in Madison. He retired after 30 years from Chrysler Motors in Kenosha, WI. Jack was a kind, loving man with a big heart who had a passion for living life and spending time with family...
Alice M. Clare
Nov 19, 2010
MADISON--Alice M. Clare passed away on Friday, November 19, 2010 at Capitol Lakes Health Center in Madison. Alice was born in Phoenix, AZ on July 2, 1924. She married James B. Clare in 1949 in Glendale, CA, and they embarked on a life in the U.S. Air Force, raising two children and traveling across the country and around the world....
Gary Arthur Wedderspoon
Nov 18, 2010
Verona -- Gary A. Wedderspoon, age 56, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, Nov. 18, 2010. Gary was the loving son of Fred and Marge (Lorenz) Wedderspoon; the brother of Steve and Rita (Ehly) Wedderspoon, and Rick and Renee (Hepperla) Wedderspoon all of Verona; and uncle to many nieces and nephews. Â Gary enjoyed the water, working on cars with his...
Frances Mae Wright
Nov 18, 2010
Frances Mae Wright, age 93, of Madison, WI, passed away on Thursday at HospiceCare, Inc., Fitchburg. She was born in Niles, OH, on November 2nd, 1917, the daughter of Frederic and Emma (Reader) Roberts. After graduating from Geneva College, Beaver Falls, PA, she joined the U.S. Navy Waves during WWII when she met the love of her life, Walter Thomas...
Laura K. Borman
Nov 18, 2010
Stoughton- Laura K. Borman, age 56, passed away on Thursday, November 18, 2010 at the University Hospital. Â She was born on September 16, 1954, the daughter of Bill and Bev Borman of Stoughton. Â Laura graduated from Stoughton High School in 1972. Â She was married to Mike Radecki. Â Laura is survived by her son, Jason Radecki; granddaughters,...
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