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.
Heather Nan' McCarthy
Aug 1, 2010
Heather P.'Nan' McCarthy, age 93, passed away on Sunday, August 1, 2010 at Stoughton Hospital. Â She was born in England on October 16, 1916, a daughter of Alfred Edward and Ivy Ellen (Fryegg) Watkins. Â Heather worked as a nurse in the Village of Eye in Suffolk, where she met her husband Florence Robert McCarthy during his service in...
Alta V. Hoffman
Jul 31, 2010
MADISON -- Alta V. Hoffman, age 96, passed away Saturday, July 31, 2010, at Pine View Living home after a brief illness. Â Â Alta was born on March 16, 1914, in Madison, to Leslie and Mabel (Disrud) Sawyer. Â She attended UW-Madison for two years after graduating from Madison East High School in 1932. Â In 1936 she graduated from...
Claire D. Rathburn
Jul 30, 2010
Claire D. Rathburn, age 84, died Friday, July 30, 2010 in a Madison hospital. Â Claire was born July 1, 1926, in Waunakee, the son of Donald and Wanda ( Taylor) Rathburn. Â Prior to retiring, he spent 50 years working at Waunakee Canning. Â Survivors include 2 sisters: Dollie Birkrem of Deerfield and Sally (Bob) Gnaegy of Kansas City,...
Beverly J. Moore
Jul 30, 2010
Stoughton- Beverly J. Moore, age 67, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Friday, July 30, 2010 at Stoughton Hospital following a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Stoughton on September 15, 1942, the daughter of Willard and Olga (Hauge) Rinden. Bev graduated from Stoughton High School in 1960. She worked for the State of WI Department...
Jean M. Schilling
Jul 29, 2010
Madison-Jean M Schilling, age 87, passed away on Thursday July 29, 2010 . Jean Carol was born in Madison on Oct. 9, 19 22 , daughter of Elwood and Alvina McIntyre.  She attended and graduated from Wisconsin High School in 1940.  In 1944,  she graduated from the  University of Wisconsin with a Bachelors Degree in Psychology....
Winifred J. Luther
Jul 28, 2010
Stoughton- Winifred J. Luther, age 93, passed away on Wednesday, July 28, 2010. She was born in Waukesha on June 6, 1917, the daughter of Frederick and Minnie Holtz. Winnie grew up in Waukesha and graduated from Waukesha High School in 1935. She attended the School of Cosmetology in Milwaukee. Winnie married Ray ""Jack"" Luther 72 years ago on February...
Elisabeth Maria Hansen
Jul 28, 2010
Elisabeth M. ""Liesel"" Hansen, age 86 passed away Wednesday, July 28, 2010 at UW-Hospital after a brief illness. She was born in Schwetzingen, Germany on November 16, 1923 the daughter of the late Johan and Maria (Kammerer) Lehr. On March 3, 1945, Elisabeth was united in marriage to Ewald H. Hansen. She was born and raised in Germany. She loved...
Terri Jo Cure
Jul 28, 2010
Verona -- Terri Jo Cure, age 50, died Wednesday, July 28, 2010 at home. Â Terri was surrounded by her family and friends upon her passing. Â She lost her two-year battle with breast cancer. Â Â She was born Oct. 18, 1959 in Madison, the daughter of Roger and Mary (Sperry) Martin. Â Terri was a dedicated and loving...
Todd A. Becker
Jul 28, 2010
Madison -- Todd A. Becker, age 51 passed away on Wednesday, July 28, 2010 at the Don and Marilyn Anderson HospiceCare Center following a courageous two year battle with cancer. He was born on July 29, 19 58 in Hudson, the son of Albert and Anne (Robbe) Becker. Â On May 29, 1982 , Todd was united in marriage to...
Brett Christopher Zumstein
Jul 26, 2010
Sun Prairie -- Brett Christopher Zumstein, age 40, passed away on Monday, July 26, 2010, at Meriter Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin. He was born on February 19, 1970, in Hillsboro, Wisconsin, the son of Steve and Connie (Jacobson) Zumstein. Brett was united in marriage to Christine Schiltz on January 27, 1998 in Madison. Brett is survived by his...
Dr. Horace Kent Tenney III
Jul 25, 2010
Dr. Horace Kent Tenney III, known as ""Hod"", Â a prominent Madison pediatrician, former medical director of the state Bureau of Children's Special Health Care Needs, and artisan, died on July 25 at the age of 88. Â His family lost a quiet and steady guiding light in their lives. Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Dr. Tenney was born in 1921 in...
Mearl B. Waldsmith
Jul 24, 2010
Marshall-Mearl B. Waldsmith, age 45, passed away on Sat., July 24, 2010 at St. Mary's Hospital after a long battle with heart disease. Mearl was born on May 30, 1965 in Baraboo, the son of Ramona Waldsmith. Mearl was employed with Appliances Products as an industrial painter. He enjoyed golfing, fishing and watching the Packer's especially with his brother Clint....
James J. Lobenstein
Jul 24, 2010
Deerfield- James J. Lobenstein, age 78, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 24, 2010 at St. Mary's Hospital surrounded by his family. Â He was a loving husband and dedicated father. Â Jim worked hard all of his life and never complained about his job, he enjoyed driving truck for Tom Gullickson and Sons for 43 years. Â He loved...
Judith Ann Marble
Jul 24, 2010
Judith A. ""Judy"" (Sullins) Marble, age 63, passed away July 24, 2010. She was born June 15, 1947, in Madison, the daughter of William and Ruth (Walrath) Sullins. Judy grew up in Madison around a loving and supportive family. She was active in the Special Olympics, winning many medals and certificates in karate, relay races and other sporting events. Judy...
Tan C. Lewis
Jul 23, 2010
Madison-Tan C. Lewis, age 28, passed away on Friday, July 23, 2010 at his home. He was born on February 2, 1982 in Hollywood, CA the son of Paul & Susan Lewis. This past April 12th he was united in marriage to April Berlanga. Tan was employed with Best Buy as a Instillation/Technician. He attended Blackhawk Technical College,...
Jack H. Maxfield
Jul 22, 2010
Madison -- Jack H. Maxfield, age 95, died on Thursday, July 22, 2010 at the Indianapolis Heart Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana. He was born on July 1, 1915 in Plover, Wisconsin, the son of Julian F. and Jennie (Hardacker) Maxfield. On August 15, 1937, he married Barbara Mason of Whitehall, Wisconsin, who preceded him in death on February 12, 1968....
Helen L. Endres
Jul 22, 2010
Waunakee/Sun Prairie  Helen L (O'Leary) Endres, age 87, passed away peacefully after a brief illness on Thursday July 22, 2010.  Helen was born in Rosemount MN, and grew up in Watertown, MN.  She graduated in 1945 from the College of St. Catharine's in St. Paul as a Registered Nurse.  Helen's profession brought her to meet and...
Doris C. Beatty
Jul 21, 2010
Madison -- Doris Caroline Angermeyer Beatty died peacefully during prayer with family on Wednesday, July 21, 2010 at Fairhaven retirement center in Whitewater. She was born December 23, 1920 to Carolina and Albert Angermeyer in Neenah. She had an older brother, Howard, who is deceased, and a younger sister, Carol Miller.
Doris grew up in Neenah where she graduated from high...
Bernard J. Pregler
Jul 20, 2010
Madison-Bernard J. Pregler, age 92, died peacefully Tuesday, July 20, 2010 at Belmont Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Madison. Bernie was born on April 14, 1918 in Madison. He was the youngest child of Martin and Louisa (Gross) Pregler. He attended St. James School and later attended night school for his high school diploma. He married Agnes Schnurbusch...
Sylvia Tackowiak
Jul 19, 2010
Sun Prairie -- Sylvia Tackowiak, age 90, having entered eternal life on Monday, July 19, 2010, wishes to thank God for her first day on earth, March 2, 1920, and her late parents Mary Ann and Valentine, who offered seven brothers and sisters, the gift of life and habits of love and compassion. Her academic life skills began...
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