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.
John M. Newlands
May 27, 2010
Madison, Wisc. / Hartford, Conn. - John Mars Newlands died on Thursday, May 27, 2010, at St. Mary's Care Center in Madison. He was born on July 29, 1918 in Hartford, Connecticut to James Andrew and Alice Cary Newlands.
John served in World War II in the US Army as a Staff Sergeant. He used his education in Mathematics and German...
Franklin Donald Ralph
May 27, 2010
Franklin Donald Ralph passed away in his sleep, Thursday, May 27, 2010, at age 95, at Heartland Country Village in Black Earth.
Franklin Donald Ralph was born on Feb. 27, 1915, in Cuba City, to parents, Franklin and Mary Amelia (Gibson) Ralph. Donald moved to Lancaster in 1920 and graduated from Lancaster High School in 1933, where he played varsity basketball...
Paul Shaw
May 27, 2010
Madison - Paul Shaw passed away on Thursday, May 27, 2010 at HospiceCare. He was born on January 11, 1938 in Stoughton. He was a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Paul was a writer, editor and publisher. Paul is survived by his partner, Kris Paprocki; two brothers, Patrick Shaw and Gerald Shaw; and long-time friends. Special thanks to Care...
Lonnie Lee Smith Jr.
May 26, 2010
Sun Prairie -- Lonnie Lee Smith Jr., age 37, departed this life on Wednesday, May 26, 2010 at St. Mary's Emergency Center in Sun Prairie. Â He was born on April 8, 1973 in Osceola , Arkansas , the son of Loretta M. Walker-Smith and Lonnie Lee Smith Sr. Â He confessed a hope in Christ at an early age,...
Mae Nelson
May 25, 2010
MADISON -Mae Nelson, age 92, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 25 in her home at Oakwood Village West.
She was born on a dairy farm in Wilton, Wisconsin on October 23, 1917, the fourth and youngest child of John and Alma Thurow. Upon graduation from Sparta BusinessCollege in 1936 she came to Madison and was employed by the federal government....
Josephine Proudfit Lobb Clarke
May 24, 2010
Virginia Beach, VA / Madison, WI - Josephine Proudfit Lobb Clarke, a daughter of the late Mary M. Lobb and John C. Lobb, died May 24, 2010, inVirginia Beach, Virginia, after a brave battle with cancer. She was born in Rochester, Minnesota, then attended Randall School in Madison and graduated from West High in 1955. She attended the University of...
Fred E. Theiler
May 23, 2010
Fred E. Theiler  Madison - Fred E. Theiler, age 88, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 23nd, 2010 at Oakwood Lutheran Home after a long battle with prostate cancer.  He was born August 14th, 1921 in Monroe , WI , the son of Fritz and Frieda (Hugli) Theiler.  He attended New Glarus High School graduating in 1939....
Helen M. Hoebel
May 22, 2010
Madison - Â Helen M. Hoebel, age 91, passed away on Saturday, May 22, 2010, with her family by her side at the HospiceCare Facility. Â Helen was born on September 10, 1918 in Madison, the daughter of Steven and Ellen (Murley) Moni. Â She grew up on the east side graduating from Madison East High School in 1936. After...
Irving T. Myklejord
May 21, 2010
Stoughton- Irving T. Myklejord, age 89, died on Friday, May 21, 2010 at the HospiceCare Center in Fitchburg. He was born on August 1, 1920, the son of Thomas and Estella (Johnson) Myklejord. Irv graduated from Stoughton High School. He enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1942 and served in North Africa and Italy. Irv was awarded the bronze star...
Daniel John Zanoya
May 21, 2010
Madison -- Daniel John Zanoya, age 41 passed away on Friday, May 21, 2010.  He was born on  August 15, 1968, the son of Earl and Joan (Heibel) Zanoya.  In 1986, Daniel graduated from West High School and then went to University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, University of Wisconsin-Madison and Madison Area Technical College.  He had many passions...
Paul J. Jacobson
May 20, 2010
Stoughton- Paul J. Jacobson, age 61, passed away on Thursday, May 20, 2010 at the HospiceCare Center in Fitchburg following a courageous two year battle with cancer. Â He was born in Stoughton on September 16, 1948, the son of Irvin and Mildred (Kraiger) Jacobson. Â Paul graduated from Stoughton High School and Madison Area Technical College. Â He served...
Claire A. Tofte
May 20, 2010
Cottage Grove/Stoughton- Claire Alvin Tofte, age 59, passed away unexpectedly of natural causes on Thursday, May 20, 2010. He was born in Stoughton on October 8, 1950, the son of Ferdinand and Opal (Mahoney) Tofte. Claire enlisted in the Marines and served honorably as Military Police. He enjoyed a lengthy career as an auto body specialist with Stoughton Trailers, Two...
Edward R. Conrad
May 19, 2010
 Edward R. Conrad, age 86, died Wednesday, May 19, 2010 at HospiceCare, Inc. He was born July 1, 1923, in California, the son of Lyman and Mae (Severson) Conrad. Ed was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church and a veteran of WW II having served in the US Army. Prior to his retirement in 1985, Ed had been...
Adeline L. Berkley
May 18, 2010
Stoughton- Adeline Louise Berkley, age 92, went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, May 18, 2010 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born in Stoughton on February 11, 1918 the daughter of Severt and Mathilda Hellekve. Adeline was a lifelong resident of Stoughton and lifetime member of Christ Lutheran Church. She graduated from Stoughton High School...
Jeffrey J. Hull
May 18, 2010
Phoenix/Stoughton- On May 18, 2010, Jeffrey J. Hull was taken unexpectedly from his loved ones to be with his Lord.  He was born on September 29, 1956 to his parents Charles and Betty (King) Hull. He graduated from Stoughton High School in 1975.  Jeffrey was a member of Kegonsa Hustlers 4-H Club where he grew into his love for horses.  ...
Howell I. Lane
May 18, 2010
MADISON -- Howell I. Lane, age 89, died on Tuesday, May 18, 2010, at Oakwood Village East in Madison, Wisconsin. He was born on May 15, 1921 in Springwater, Wisconsin, the son of Hugh and Jane (Hughes) Lane. On June 16, 1945 he was united in marriage with Myrtle E. Olson. Howell and Myrtle farmed in Waupaca and...
Gordon Lyle Landphier
May 18, 2010
Waunakee-Gordon Landphier 84 passed away on May 18, 2010, after a courageous battle with heart and kidney failure. Born June 3, 1925 to Helen (Prouty) and David Landphier, in Viola, Wisconsin. Gordon was raised in Richland Center, Wisconsin with his sister Phyllis and brother David. His high school was interrupted in 1943, when he enlister in the Navy where he...
Dr. Lois Kathryn Kitze Smithies
May 18, 2010
MADISONDr. Lois Kathryn Kitze Smithies died on May 18, 2010 at the age of 86 after a brief hospitalization. Â She was born July 30, 1923 the daughter of Herman and Mary Ann (Kornoski) Kitze in Owen, Wisconsin. Â She graduated from Owen High School and then from the University of Wisconsin at Madison earning a PhD in Microbiology in 1952. Â She...
Ila Irene O'Connell
May 17, 2010
Madison/Milwaukee - O'Connell, Ila Born the seventh daughter of the seventh son on October 27, 19 15 , Ila McGlinn O'Connell passed peacefully from the physical world on May 17, 2010 at St. Mary's Care Center , family at her side. Â Ila grew up in Crandon , WI blossoming into a strong, independent woman who, with determined grace, overcame...
Ronald J. Skau
May 17, 2010
Stoughton- Ronald J. Skau, age 70, passed away on Monday, May 17, 2010 at Middleton Village. Â He was born in Stoughton on September 24, 1939 the son of Glenn and Mary (Frank) Skau. Â Ron enjoyed hunting, fishing, bowling and NASCAR racing. Â He was an avid Packer and Badger fan. Â Ron worked for Uniroyal for more than...
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