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.

Joyce  Blanche Andruss

Joyce Blanche Andruss

Nov 3, 2008

Andruss, Joyce

Stoughton- Joyce Andruss, age 87, passed away at her home in Stoughton on Monday, November 3, 2008. She was born in Mason City, Iowa on July 19, 1921, a daughter of Harry and Mable Gilbertson. Joyce is survived by her children, Carol and Fred Roeben, Barbara, Harry, Joyce and Joe Campbell, Dennis (Denise), Jerry, Bob (Peggy), Steven (Sara),...

Marvin  William Goecks

Marvin William Goecks

Nov 2, 2008

Goecks, Marvin W.   Stoughton-Marvin W. Goecks, age 78, passed away on Sunday, November 2, 2008 at the Skaalen home, Stoughton.  Marvin was born on April 23, 1930, the son of William and Pauline (Ziesch) Goecks.  He enjoyed farming until entering the service on February 28, 1951.  Marvin served in the U.S. Army stationed in Germany during the Korean War...

Lois  I. Falconer

Lois I. Falconer

Nov 1, 2008

STOUGHTON, WI -- ROCKFORD-             Lois I. Falconer, age 89, formerly of Rockford, passed away on Saturday, November 1, 2008 in Stoughton, WI. Lois was born on Jan. 24, 1919 in Greenville TN. and was the first child of Roy and Geneva Carter.   The family moved to Illinois where she graduated from Honenegah High School and worked many years...

Milfred  A. Schrank

Milfred A. Schrank

Nov 1, 2008

Brookfield--Milfred A. ""Milt"" Schrank, age 93, formerly of Madison, passed away on Saturday, November 1, 2008 in Pewaukee. He was born November 5, 1914 in Coloma, Wisconsin, the son of the late Michael and Augusta (Hendrick) Schrank. Milt was the first born of twin boys and the last born in a family of eleven children. Milt and his twin brother,...

Frederick  C. Balmer

Frederick C. Balmer

Nov 1, 2008

Stoughton- Frederick C. Balmer, age 70, died on Saturday, November 1, 2008 at home.  He was born on March 12, 1938 to Frederick C. Balmer and Frieda (Kohn) Balmer.  He attended Cold Springs Grade School and Waterloo High School.  Fred started in construction work at an early age with his father at Fred Balmer Inc.  In 1980 he established Balmer...

Gladys  Lorraine Holtan

Gladys Lorraine Holtan

Nov 1, 2008

Holtan, Gladys L.

Stoughton- Gladys L. Holtan, age 94, passed away peacefully on Saturday evening, November 1, 2008, at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison. She was born at the family home, near Rockdale, on October 13, 1914, a daughter of the late Halvor and Clara (Eide) Hanson. Gladys married Austin Holtan on February 5, 1935, in Rockford Illinois, and together...

Rev. Harold E. Wicke

Rev. Harold E. Wicke

Nov 1, 2008

Sun Prairie - Rev. Harold E. Wicke, age 96, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 1, 2008, at the  Sterling House, Sun Prairie.  He was born on July 12, 1912, in Kirchhaeyn, Town of Jackson, Wisconsin, the son of Henry and Eleonora (Toepel) Wicke.  Pastor Wicke was united in marriage to Thekla Hanke on October 23, 1940, in Hortonville, Wisconsin....

Harry Schackter

Harry Schackter

Nov 1, 2008

Harry Schackter, age, 95, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 1, 2008, at his home in Comforts of Home, Menomonie, Wisconsin where he was cared for by many loving people.  He was predeceased by his grandson, Nathaniel Lucas, his wife Sadye and his three sisters. He was born December 19, 1912, in Russia to Morris and Augusta Schackter.  He graduated...

Shirley  Tuider Slovacek

Shirley Tuider Slovacek

Nov 1, 2008

Stoughton- Shirley Slovacek, age 81, passed away on Saturday, November 1, 2008.  She will be missed dearly by her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.  Mom touched a lot of lives spiritually and they touched hers in return.  Graveside services will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, November 5, 2008 at Lutheran Cemetery South in Stoughton.

M.  Joan Cobb

M. Joan Cobb

Nov 1, 2008

      Mary Joan Cobb   Sun Prairie -- Joan Cobb, age 79, passed away November 1, 2008 peacefully at home surrounded by her family. Joan was born May 25, 1929 in Winchester, IN. She was the daughter of Myles and Josephine Young and graduated from Fountain City High School in Fountain City, IN. Joan was united in marriage...

Ashley  B. Santos

Ashley B. Santos

Oct 31, 2008

Madison -- Ashley B. Santos, age 22, died on Friday, October 31, 2008 as a result of an automobile accident. She was born on August 28th, 1986. Ashley was loved by many and will be dearly missed. She is survived by her parents, Peggy and Brian; sister, Pamela Robles; three nephews, Izaiah, Jayson, and Kaden; grandparents, Bill and Virginia Santos;...

Jacqueline  Ann Paltz

Jacqueline Ann Paltz

Oct 31, 2008

Jacqueline Ann Paltz, age 81, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 31, 2008 at HospiceCare surrounded by her loving family.    She was born on January 15, 1927 the daughter of Gordy and Vera (Murphy) Gay in Madison.    Jacqueline graduated from East High School in 1944.   After graduation she went to work for Madison Drug Company.   Jacqueline...

Warren  H. Oelmann

Warren H. Oelmann

Oct 31, 2008

Warren H.B. Oelmann died Friday, October 31, 2008 at U.W. Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin following a valiant battle with cancer.   He was born on November 3, 1927 in rural Ackley, Iowa, the son of the late Gustave and Anna Bunte Oelmann.   He was a World War II veteran, having enlisted in the U.S. Navy at only 17 years...

Richard Shutter

Richard Shutter

Oct 31, 2008

Madison - Richard (Dick) Shutter, age 74, died on Friday, October 31, 2008 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born March 4th, 1934, to Floyd and Marcella Shutter in Tomah, Wisconsin. He graduated from Tomah High School in 1952. Dick was an outstanding high school athlete excelling in football, basketball, baseball and track, lettering in all four sports...

Roderick  P. Donaldson

Roderick P. Donaldson

Oct 30, 2008

MADISON- Roderick P. Donaldson, age 66, was taken peacefully home to his reward on Thursday, October 30th 2008. Rod was born February 1st, 1942, to George and Maren (Speerstra) Donaldson. As the oldest of five children, in times of family difficulties and illness, he helped care for his sisters, Maren and Ellen, and his brothers, Charles and Donald. He and...

David  Alfred Olig

David Alfred Olig

Oct 28, 2008

MADISONDavid Alfred Olig, age 85, died on Tuesday, October 28, 2008, from complications of Lewy Body dementia. He left all he touched the quiet example of a life lived with humility, compassion and commitment; to his God, his family, his church, his country, the poor and the homeless. Dave was born in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin on April 9, 1923,...

Daniel  M. Rosenthal

Daniel M. Rosenthal

Oct 28, 2008

Daniel M. Rosenthal, age 59, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 28, 2008 in Madison. Dan was born on May 31, 1949 in New York City. He graduated from the University of Minnesota-Duluth with a degree in Environmental Engineering. He used that degree while working for the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, where he was a vigorous enforcer of clean...

Margaret  Ames Myers

Margaret Ames Myers

Oct 27, 2008

Margaret Ames Myers, age 87, of Madison, passed away on Monday, Oct. 27, 2008, at Hebron Oaks, Oakwood Village.   Margaret was born in Scottdale, PA, on March 23, 1921, to John and Catherine Ames.   Margaret grew up in the Detroit area and attended St. Rose of Lima High School.    She was a graduate of UW-Madison.    Margaret...

Clarence  C. King

Clarence C. King

Oct 27, 2008

Clarence C. King, age 90, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, died on Monday, October 27, 2008 in Madison.   He entered military service in January 1941 as a Private and graduated from Officer Candidate school in 1943 and received his commission as a Second Lieutenant. .   He   served with the Army/Air Corps in Africa and Italy from 1943...

Kendall  Eugene Niebuhr

Kendall Eugene Niebuhr

Oct 27, 2008

MADISON   NIEBUHR, KENDALL E.   Kendall E. Niebuhr, age 83, died Monday, October 27, 2008 in a local hospital.  He was born October 28, 1924, in Madison, the son of John and Alvina (Tieman) Niebuhr.  Prior to his retirement in 1980, Kendall had been employed as a  Madison firefighter for 33 yrs.  He was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church,...

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