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.

Lyle E. Siggelkow

Lyle E. Siggelkow

Nov 24, 2025

Lyle E. Siggelkow, 80, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 24, 2025, surrounded by family at Memorial Veterans Hospital in Madison. He was born March 24, 1945, in McFarland, to Earle and Bertha “Bertie-Lou” (Hoffman) Siggelkow. Lyle enjoyed drumming and was both a member and instructor for the Madison Scouts Drum and Bugle Corps. He was also a proud U.S....

Jasai Kyrie Amankonah

Jasai Kyrie Amankonah

Nov 23, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved son, Jasai Kyrie Amankonah. Born on Friday, September 19, 2025, and taken from us too soon on Sunday, November 23, 2025.

Jasai Kyrie is the cherished son of Richmond Amankonah and Abigail Kukubor; beloved brother of Royce-Dylan Effah Amankonah and Penuel Zodel Amankonah. He was a beautiful bundle...

Martin "Marty" B. Keller

Martin "Marty" B. Keller

Nov 23, 2025

Martin B. Keller, age eighty-nine, passed away peacefully in his sleep Nov. 23rd, 2025 at his home. Martin (Marty) was born December 28th, 1935 in the town of Perry, WI. Marty was one of 8 children born to Martin Sr. and Rose Keller. Marty worked the majority of his life in the farming & dairy business. He worked the family...

Robert J. Grady

Robert J. Grady

Nov 23, 2025

**Visitation will be from 12-1:00 PM on Saturday, December 6, 2025 at St. Ann Catholic Church, 323 North Van Buren Street, Stoughton, WI 53589 with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 1:00 PM. Bob will be brought to his final place of rest with full military honors at St. Ann Catholic Cemetery immediately following Mass.**

Robert “Bob” J. Grady...

Charles P. "Charlie" Kozitzky III

Charles P. "Charlie" Kozitzky III

Nov 23, 2025

Charlie Kozitzky of Middleton, WI passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, November 23rd at the age of 63.

Born and raised in Philadelphia PA, Charlie was the son of Emily (Lewis) and Charles Kozitzky II. He moved to Madison, WI in the early 90’s. 1998 brought a whirlwind romance with wife Mary, and the two tied the knot within 6 months. Charlie...

Timothy Francis Langer

Timothy Francis Langer

Nov 22, 2025

Timothy F. Langer, 63 of Columbus, Wisconsin passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 22, 2025 at the UW Hospital in Madison.

Timothy was born on December 13, 1961 in Mauston, Wisconsin to Francis and Betty (Prochnow) Langer. He attended school in Mauston. He later attended Madison Area Technical College where he completed Electrical Safety and Controls and Safety in Mechanisms Training.

At...

Timothy E. Stevenson

Timothy E. Stevenson

Nov 22, 2025

Celebrating the Life of Timothy E. “Tim” Stevenson

Timothy E. “Tim” Stevenson, 68, of Waunakee, Wisconsin, passed away on November 22, 2025, in Fitchburg, Wisconsin, after bravely facing a short battle with cancer. His time with us ended far too soon, but the love he gave and the impact he made will be remembered always.

Tim was born on April 7, 1957,...

Helen R. McVicar

Helen R. McVicar

Nov 22, 2025

Helen R. McVicar, age 85, of Waunakee, died peacefully at home under hospice care on Saturday November 22, 2025. She was born at home in Westport, WI on October 13, 1940, to Frank and Henrietta (Stejskal) Poulik. She graduated from Waunakee High School in 1958 and attended nursing school at Madison Vocational Technical and Adult School, graduating as an LPN...

Henry "Hank" Veith

Henry "Hank" Veith

Nov 21, 2025

Henry “Hank” Walter Veith, 82, of Sun Prairie passed away on Friday, November 21, 2025 peacefully at his home.

Hank was born on January 5, 1943 in Madison to Urban and Irene (Maier) Veith. He grew up in Marshall and graduated from Marshall High School in 1961. On June 27, 1964 Hank married his high school sweetheart, Mary Ann Lange at...

R. Sidney Boone

R. Sidney Boone

Nov 20, 2025

R. Sidney Boone, of Madison WI, died at home on November 20, 2025 after a lengthy illness, accompanied by family and the stellar support of Agrace Hospice.

Sid was born in New Tazewell, TN on July 10, 1937, and was raised in Paris, TN. He earned forestry degrees at Louisiana State University and Duke University, and spent most of his career...

Virgil Lawrence Broering

Virgil Lawrence Broering

Nov 20, 2025

Virgil Lawrence Broering (Virg) peacefully passed away on November 20, 2025, due to complications from dementia. He was born on October 5, 1942 in Springfield, OH to the late Richard and Ellenora (Brachman) Broering.

Virgil is survived by his wife, Barbara Elizabeth Broering, his son, Ted (Michelle) Broering, grandchildren Samuel Hunter and Sophie Kathryn Broering, and grand dogs Luigi and Tucker....

Claudia M. Ponce

Claudia M. Ponce

Nov 19, 2025

Claudia M. Ponce

October 14, 1954 – November 19, 2025

With deep love and heavy hearts, the family of Claudia Ponce announces her passing on November 19, 2025. Born on October 14, 1954, Claudia was a devoted sister, cherished granddaughter, loving mother to two (Jason Ponce, Juaquin Ponce), grandmother to six, great grandmother to four, aunt to one nephew and one niece,...

Evan John Fahl

Evan John Fahl

Nov 19, 2025

Evan John Fahl, age 38, passed away unexpectedly on November 19, 2025. He was born on June 12, 1987, in Madison, Wisconsin, to William Fahl and Nancy Fahl.

Evan grew up in Madison and graduated from Memorial High School before attending Madison College. In 2008, he began what would become a long and dedicated career as a commercial roofer. Evan took...

Athlyn Mae Herzberg

Athlyn Mae Herzberg

Nov 19, 2025

Our beloved Mother, Grandmother, soon to be Great Grandmother, Sister and Friend met her Lord on November 19, 2025 at the age of 91. Surrounded by her family in the comforts of her home. She was born on April 10, 1934 in a cottage on Taylor Lake, Waupaca, Wisconsin, the daughter of James and Vera (Nelson) Gould.

Athlyn married the love...

Victor "Paul" P. Gorman

Victor "Paul" P. Gorman

Nov 16, 2025

Madison – Victor “Paul” Gorman, age 79, passed away peacefully on Sunday November 16, 2025, at home.

Paul is survived by his wife Dorothy Gorman; children Linda Snow, Kristina DiLorenzo and Barb Tumidajewicz; his grandchildren and great grandchildren, and his sister Debbie Nofsinger.

A gathering will be held from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM on Tuesday November 25, 2025, at CRESS FUNERAL...

Craig Allen Halverson

Craig Allen Halverson

Nov 16, 2025

Craig "Butch" Halverson, 73, of Madison, WI, passed away on November 16, 2025, in his home. Craig was born to Edmund and Marilyn Halverson on October 1, 1952. After attending McFarland High School, Craig went on to serve as an HVAC technician. Before his retirement, he worked at Home Depot as a sales generator for 20 years.

Craig was an avid...

Margaret Rintala

Margaret Rintala

Nov 16, 2025

Margaret Ann Rintala, 81, a beloved mother and friend, passed away peacefully on November 16, 2025.

Margaret was born in Wakefield, Michigan, and spent her younger years in that area before moving to Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, where she spent her later years.

Margaret possessed a rare combination of unwavering faith and playful humor. She carried a steady faith in God that shaped...

Jack F. Naughton

Jack F. Naughton

Nov 15, 2025

Madison, Wisconsin — Jack Naughton, a beloved father, grandfather, and devoted educator whose life was defined by his kindness and passion for world travel, passed away peacefully at the age of 97.

Born in 1928 in Gary, Indiana, Jack grew up in Chicago before serving two years in the U.S. Navy as a foreign correspondent. Following his service, he dedicated himself...

Sau Fong Chu

Sau Fong Chu

Nov 15, 2025

In Loving Memory of

Sau Fong Chu (Nickname: Wah Kee Mama) 1925.01.01 – 2025 • Age 100 (Chinese age 103)

Passed peacefully at Meriter Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin. Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and cherished friend to many.

Birth & Family Background

Sau Fong Chu was born on January 1, 1925, in China to Jor Hoi Chu and Tsui Yeung Mong. She married Wai...

Carter Morgan Ayres

Carter Morgan Ayres

Nov 15, 2025

Carter Morgan Ayres (“Morgan”) passed away peacefully on November 15, 2025 in Madison, Wisconsin, after suffering complications from a fall that occurred two months earlier. He was 77 years old.

Morgan was born in Sydney, Australia in 1948 and lived the first fourteen years of his life there. He enjoyed school, playing with friends, water sports, and family time with his...

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