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.
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,...
Deborah Ann Carter
Nov 18, 2010
Madison -- Deborah Ann Carter, age 61, passed away peacefully with family and friends on Thursday, November 18, 2010, at UW Hospital in Madison.She was born on December 26, 1948 in Prairie du Chien, the daughter of Darrell and Margerie (Oakey) Duncan. Deborah was united in marriage to John Carter on September 4, 1981 in Madison. She worked...
Norma Jean Todd
Nov 17, 2010
Norma Jean, age 85, passed peacefully at her home in Sun Prairie, WI on November 17, 2010 after struggling with multiple health complications. She was born March 23, 1925 to loving parents Charles ""Irish"" Lipsett and Emma ""Ruth"" Lipsett. In 1943, Norma Jean graduated from the University of Nebraska with a Masters Degree in English. While working on...
Joyce Yvonne Parker
Nov 17, 2010
Waunakee-Joyce Y. Parker, age 75, passed away on Wed., November 17, 2010 at Homestead Living in Waunakee. Joyce was born in Eau Claire on June 23, 1935 the daughter of Edward and Gunda (Froseth) Swanson. She was a graduate of Eau Claire High School. Joyce lived in the Madison area since 1961. On August 14, 1955, she was united in...
Gary R. Wollack
Nov 17, 2010
Wollack, Gary R. died peacefully at his home in Waunakee, WI early Wednesday morning November 17, 2010 at the age of 56. Gary was preceded in death by his father Richard Wollack, and his mother Josephine Wollack; and is survived by his loving wife Diane, and three children Allison, Richard and Laura. Gary was born in Chicago, IL...
A. Theodore Bleckwenn
Nov 17, 2010
Madison- A. Theodore ""Ted"" Bleckwenn, age 81, died on Wednesday, November 17, 2010, at UW Hospital. He was born on August 17, 1929 in Madison, Wisconsin, the son of William J. Bleckwenn Sr. M.D. and Marion (Dougan) Bleckwenn. He attended Madison West High School, where he was a nine-letter man in football, basketball, volleyball, and track; and was city,...
Alma G. Fleiner
Nov 17, 2010
Waunakee-Alma G. Fleiner, age 81, died peacefully at the Waunakee Manor Health Care Center on Wed Nov 17, 2010. She was born on Dec 7, 1928 to William H. and Anna (Dorn) Fleiner at home in Waunakee. Following graduation from High School, Alma started a career in Insurance with Midwest Insurance and Hausmann Insurance Company, where she worked as an...
Arlys Ann Wahl
Nov 16, 2010
Madison -- Arlys Wahl, age 68, passed peacefully, surrounded by her family at HospiceCare, Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2010, after a long courageous battle with cancer. She was born Oct. 4, 1942, the daughter of Ernest and Lydia Hall. Arlys graduated from Glenwood City High School and later worked as a Nursing Assistant before moving to Madison. She then worked as...
Viola Hanson
Nov 16, 2010
Stoughton - After illnesses and disabilities plagued her for over thirty years, she finally succumbed to the pains and diseases frequently found in this mortal life on Tuesday, November 16, 2010. She was born on June 3, 1922 in DeSmet, SD, the youngest of four children to Augusta and Aaron L. Showers. Viola moved to Wisconsin with her mother and...
June Klein
Nov 15, 2010
June Klein age 91, passed away peacefully Monday, Â November 15, 2010 at Sebring Assisted Living in Madison . She was born June 1, 1919 in Wauwatosa, the daughter of Louis and Margaret Sobel. Â June was a devoted, lifelong member of Temple Beth El and also of the Nakoma Country Club. She was a woman of strong faith, and was...
Mildred Millie' Bjordahl
Nov 15, 2010
Stoughton- Mildred ""Millie"" Bjordahl, age 91, passed away on Monday, November 15, 2010 at Skaalen Home surrounded by her family, holding the hand of her nephew. She was born in Portland, Oregon on April 15, 1919, the daughter of Olaf and Anna (Jacobson) Nelson. Millie grew up in Stoughton. On August 1, 1938 she married Carroll ""Kayo"" Bjordahl. Millie loved...
Charles Stevens, Jr.
Nov 15, 2010
FITCHBURG  STEVENS, JR., CHARLES ""BIG C""  Charles ""Big C"" Stevens, Jr., age 58, died unexpectedly Monday, November 15, 2010 in his home. He was born March 23, 1952, in Elkhorn, the son of Charles and Mae (Wagner) Stevens, Sr. He was a veteran of the US Marine Corp. He worked at Gannons Resort as a cook and groundskeeper for several...
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