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.
Rose Regina Grosse
Oct 10, 2023
Rose (Toots) R Grosse, age 94, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 10, 2023, at the Waunakee Valley Assisted Living in Waunakee, Wisconsin. She was born on November 7, 1928, in the town of Springfield Corners, the daughter of Ludwig and Gertrude (Meier) Buechner. She married Clayton Grosse on February 18, 1950.
Rose was a homemaker and Clayton’s right hand...
Judith "Jude" Ludlow
Oct 10, 2023
Judith H. Ludlow passed away Tuesday Oct. 10, 2023 after a long battle with cardiovascular disease. The fourth of six children born to Harris and Helen (Kelleher) Ludlow, Jude was born in Madison Oct. 27, 1934 and was a lifelong Madisonian.
Jude graduated from Edgewood Grade School, High School, and College. After graduating with a degree in education Jude had...
Philip Kerch
Oct 8, 2023
We are heartbroken to share that Philip Kerch, age 73, died unexpectedly in Madison, WI on October 8, 2023. Phill was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend to many. Phill was born in Fond du Lac and moved to Madison, WI in 2012.
Phill is survived by wife Tamara Kerch, daughters Elizabeth Kerch (Adam), Sarah Kerch (Paul)...
Ambalal C. Patel
Oct 8, 2023
Ambalal C. Patel, age 88 of McFarland, WI and formerly of Bronx, NY, passed away Sunday, October 8, 2023 at Agrace HospiceCare in Fitchburg. He was born February 8, 1935 in PIJ, Gujarat, India, the son of Chimanbhaai and Kamlaben Patel. He married Kokila Patel in 1965 in Gujarat, India. Ambalal received a BS and Masters Degree in Civil...
Elmer Jesse
Oct 8, 2023
Sun Prairie- Elmer Jesse, age 95, passed away on Sunday, October 8, 2023. He was born in Beaver Dam on February 22, 1928.
Elmer is survived by three children, Mary (Joe) Hovel, Patricia Jesse, and Jim Jesse; three grandchildren, Mary Jo (Jack) Hedenberg, Rachel Hovel, and Mark Hovel; great grandchildren, Elizabeth and Michael Hedenberg; and brother, Clyde Jesse. He was...
Dennis P. O'Donohue
Oct 8, 2023
Sun Prairie, WI - Dennis Patrick O’Donohue, passed away on October 8th, 2023. He was born on June 21st, 1944 in Shorewood, WI to Marion (Schmidt) and Cyril O’Donohue. Dennis served his country in the Marine Corps in Vietnam reaching the rank of Sergeant (E-5.) After being honorably discharged, he returned to Wisconsin and studied nursing for 2 years at...
Kenneth Neil Leitch
Oct 7, 2023
Kenneth Neil Leitch, 91, of Normal, Illinois, passed away peacefully on October 7, 2023 at Agrace Hospice Care in Fitchburg, Wisconsin. A private service will be held in Otsego, Michigan.
Ken started life in Otsego, Michigan as the first child of Mary Rice and Albert Leitch. After graduating from Otsego High School, Ken joined the U.S. Navy and spent the...
Muriel Mae Sater
Oct 7, 2023
Muriel Mae Sater was born on May 7, 1928, to John Oscar Olson and Cora (Replogle) Olson on a farm in Cushing, Wisconsin. She married George Melvin Sater of Frederic, Wisconsin at the Atlas Community Methodist Church in Atlas, WI on July 27th, 1946. The couple made their first home in Wisconsin then eventually moved to Minneapolis, MN.
Muriel...
Josephine Mae Eldridge
Oct 7, 2023
Just 10 days after a very traumatic birth, Josephine Mae Eldridge passed away peacefully in her parents' arms at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison, WI on October 7, 2023. During that fleeting time, she touched many lives and was loved by all who met her. Born at 41 weeks, 2 days, weighing 8 lbs, 2.5 oz and 21 1/2 inches...
Robert J. Marek
Oct 7, 2023
Robert Marek (Bob) died at his home on Lake Waubesa, McFarland, Wisconsin on October 7, 2023. The Love of his life and best friend ever, Margit Ohrn, was at his side. The couple had been together for over fifty years.
Bob, born May 11, 1948, was the son of Luella (Belongia) Szymarek and Joseph Szymarek. He graduated from the...
William "Bill" West
Oct 7, 2023
Sun Prairie – William “Bill” West, age 82, passed away at his home on Saturday October 7, 2023. He was born in Madison on December 21, 1940, the son of William and Arlene (Emmerich) West.
Bill graduated from Madison West High School. He was drafted into the US Marines and served his country honorably. On September 14, 1963 Bill...
Laurel Eileen Davis
Oct 7, 2023
Sun Prairie – Laurel Eileen Davis, age 71, passed away on Saturday, October 7, 2023, at her home. She was born in Freeport, Illinois, on April 7, 1952, the daughter of Robert and Beatrice Hanna.
Laurel grew up primarily in Appleton, Wisconsin. She received her bachelor’s degree in teaching from UW Oshkosh. On May 25, 1974 she married Richard Davis....
Lillian Carol Friou
Oct 6, 2023
In Loving Memory of Lillian Carol Friou
Lillian Carol Friou, cherished sister and aunt, died on October 6, 2023, at 71. She is survived by loving nieces Jennifer, Lisa, Rebecca, Marie, Sondra, Amanda, nephew Ben, dearest brothers Ken and George, and her grand-nieces and nephews.
Lillian was born on June 9, 1952, in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, to devoted parents Kenneth...
Lester Jacob Miller
Oct 6, 2023
Lester Jacob Miller, age 99, of Waunakee passed away peacefully on Friday, October 6, 2023 at home with family. He was 2 weeks away from his 100th birthday and now gets to spend it in heaven with his wife Betty.
Lester was born on October 21, 1923 in East Bristol, Wisconsin. He was the son of Herbert and Dora...
Mary Ann Clark
Oct 5, 2023
Mary Ann Clark, age 91 years, of Waunakee passed away on October 5th, 2023, at Waunakee Valley nursing home. She was born on January 29, 1932, on the family farm in rural Postville, the daughter of Viola Retrum and Elmer Vamstad.
Mary Ann graduated from Blanchardville High School in 1949 and was the first in her family to...
Hannah M. Davies
Oct 5, 2023
Hannah M. Davies, born in Madison on October 3, 2023, passed away on October 5, 2023, at the Children's Hospital. She was taken from us far too soon, leaving behind a deep void in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.Hannah's life may have been short, but it was overflowing with joy and love. Despite her tender age,...
William F. Grahn Jr. (Bill)
Oct 5, 2023
William Frederick Grahn passed away on Thursday, October 5 after a brief stay at Oakwood East in Madison, WI.
Bill was the first of three sons born to William F. Grahn, Sr. and Jessie Margaret Teresa Grahn (Duve) on May 7, 1935. Bill grew up on Madison’s East side, attending Lowell Elementary, East Junior High and graduated from...
Michael Charles White
Oct 5, 2023
“If you are reading this then be glad your not in this section.” – Big Mike
Stoughton – Michael Charles White, age 72, of Stoughton, passed away at home surrounded by his loving family after a long battle with lung’s disease, heart disease, and cancer. He was born in Madison, WI to the late Clifford White and Mary...
Mary A. Crichton
Oct 5, 2023
McFarland / Edgerton – Mary Arlene (Drought) Crichton, 76, passed away on Thursday October 5, surrounded by family. Mary was born March 29, 1947, to John and Melva Drought. She grew up in Edgerton where she met and married her husband of 57 years, Clifford Crichton. In 1972 they built their home in the country in McFarland where they...
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