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.
Roy Samuel Buffat
Dec 27, 2023
Reverend Roy Samuel Buffat, Jr, 90, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend passed away peacefully in his home on the morning of December 27th. He spent his final days and hours surrounded by loved ones, including his great-grandson, Ezra, and his faithful canine companion Ella.
Known to all as “Sam,” he was born in Hebron Illinois in 1933 and...
Wyatt Allen Honse
Dec 26, 2023
Wyatt Allen Honse passed away on December 26th, 2023, in Madison, Wisconsin, after a prolonged battle with cancer of the gastroesophageal junction. He was 35. He passed away peacefully in his sleep in the company of his wife and brother, with his cat Isla sleeping at his feet.
Wyatt was born February 23rd, 1988 in San Francisco, California. From a young...
Robert F. Tucker
Dec 26, 2023
Robert F Tucker, age 84 of Waunakee passed away on Tuesday December 26,2023 at Willowick moments care facility in Clinton WI He was surrounded by loved ones. Robert was born July 14, 1939 in Madison WI to Donald and Joyce Tucker.
Robert was a Navy veteran and proud to serve his country.
Robert worked at Webcrafters (Printing) in Madison for...
Shirley Claire Stathas
Dec 26, 2023
Madison - Shirley Claire (Capitani) Stathas was born on April 10, 1934, in Lake Forest, IL and passed over the Christmas holiday at her home in Madison, WI. She grew up in Highwood, IL and was the pride and joy of her parents Nora (Muzzarelli) and Dominic Capitani. She attended Highland Park High School and graduated with honors from...
Shirley A. Mabis
Dec 26, 2023
Madison – Shirley A. Mabis, age 89, passed away peacefully on Tuesday December 26, 2023, at Agrace HospiceCare in Fitchburg. She was born October 8, 1934, to the late Gilbert and Lucinda (Gafke) Koehler. She was married to Eugene Mabis who passed away in 2019.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday January 27, 2024,...
Elizabeth “Betty” Ripp
Dec 26, 2023
Elizabeth Armella (Dorn) Ripp “Betty”
April 25th 1922-December 26th 2023/ age 101
Waunakee
“I shall pass this way but once; therefore, any good or any kindness that I can show, let me do it now. Let me not defer or neglect it, for I shall not pass this way again.”
~Etienne de Grellet (Quote kept in Betty’s pocketbook)
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Gladys M. Thompson
Dec 25, 2023
Stoughton- Gladys M. Thompson, age 95, passed away on Christmas, December 25, 2023 at Skaalen Home.
Gladys was born on August 21, 1928 in Madison to the late Olin and Catherine (King) Berge. Gladys graduated from Madison East High in 1946 and married Robert C. Thompson on January 28, 1950.
Gladys was baptized at First Lutheran Church, Stoughton and was...
Mary E. Pertzborn
Dec 24, 2023
Mary E. Pertzborn (Jenkins), age 72, of Middleton passed away on Sunday, Dec. 24, 2023.
She was born on June 25, 1951 the daughter of Robert and Florentina (Ballweg) Pertzborn. She married David P. Jenkins on June 7, 1986 at their home in Middleton.
Mary graduated from Middleton High School in 1969. Her school years included activities that reflected her love of...
Steven Scott Goetz
Dec 24, 2023
SERVICES HAVE BEEN CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE DUE TO PENDING WEATHER.
Steven “Scott” Goetz, age 61, of Madison passed away on December 24, 2023 at UW Hospital due to complications from leukemia.
He was born on November 23, 1962 in Fairfax County, Virginia, the son of Roger and Joan Goetz. He married Cathryn Gies on August 12, 1989...
Brian A. Gast
Dec 24, 2023
FITCHBURG – Brian Alan Gast, age 48, passed away on December 24, 2023, at home surrounded by family. Brian was born on November 6, 1975, to James and Anne Gast.
Brian attended Iowa State University where he studied Hospitality Management. Brian went on to work as a Training Manager over multiple Domino’s Pizza restaurant stores near the Des Moines,...
John Douglas Haag
Dec 24, 2023
Middleton: John Douglas (Doug) Haag passed away December 24, 2023 in Madison. He was born July 19, 1940 in Willmar, MN to Hilding and Mabel Haag.
The Haag family moved from Willmar, MN to Madison, WI in 1941. Doug graduated from Madison West High School in 1958 and he began his freshman year at the University of Wisconsin. He...
Dennis Hugh Gallagher
Dec 24, 2023
Dennis Hugh Anthony Gallagher passed away peacefully just before 6pm on Christmas Eve, 2023. He was holding the hands of his oldest granddaughter, Aly, and his son-in-law, Rick. Dennis went to celebrate Christmas in heaven with his beloved wife Betty, whom he had been missing very much over the last seven years.
Dennis was born on June 27, 1937,...
Eileen C. Olson
Dec 24, 2023
Eileen Olson, a cherished member of the Stoughton, WI community, departed this world on December 24th, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and a life well-lived. Born and raised in Stoughton, she touched the lives of many with her warmth, compassion, and boundless enthusiasm.
Eileen's journey began at Stoughton High School, where she laid the foundation...
Lorraine Johnson
Dec 24, 2023
Stoughton, WI- It is with heavy hearts, that we announce the loss of Lorraine Johnson. Lorraine passed away at age 100 on December 24, 2023 at her home for the past ten years, Stoughton Meadows Assisted Living. She was born August 8, 1923, in Milwaukee and was the daughter of Josephine and Stanley Opalewski.
Lorraine married William Johnson on June 9,...
Jeremy R. Fox
Dec 23, 2023
MADISON, WI Jeremy Richard Fox died peacefully at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin, on December 23rd, 2023. He was born in Madison on April 21st, 1932, the 3rd child of Ruth Johanna (Mueller) and Philip Gorder Fox.
Jeremy had an idyllic childhood, playing in Forest Hill Cemetery and along the railroad tracks, walking to Randall School, getting a...
Dr. Charles Shoham
Dec 23, 2023
Dr. Charles Shoham, Madison, passed away on 23 Dec 2023, while in the comforting care of Agrace Hospice, Fitchburg, after a long illness. Charles was born 28 June 1952, New York City, to Joseph and Ethel (Levitas) Shoham. He attended high school in Latham, NY where he excelled in math and German language studies. He received his AB and MD...
Virginia Molly Bruner
Dec 23, 2023
Virginia (Gini) was born at the old UW Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin, on February 20, 1930, to the late Martin C. Johnson and her mother, Maude (Reigle) Johnson. Her father, Martin, was from Sweden. When her mother married Ernest Morschhauser, she became the eldest of the Morschhauser children.
Gini married Donald Morrison and they had two sons, Donald and James,...
Nancy S. Hughes
Dec 22, 2023
October 5, 1927 - December 22, 2023
MADISON- Nancy Schwenk Hughes, age 96, died December 22, 2023, at Agrace Hospice with her daughter at her side. Nancy’s family was her north star. She lived her life with style, creativity, humor, and love for family and friends.
Nancy was born on October 5, 1927, to Henry and Helen (Lindenschmit) Schwenk in St. Louis...
Gladys F. Jelenc
Dec 22, 2023
Cress Funeral Home is assisting the family.
Cress Funeral & Cremation Service
3325 E. Washington Ave.
Madison (608) 249-6666
Suki (Susan) C. Keniston
Dec 22, 2023
Suki (Susan) C. Keniston died comfortably around 10pm on Friday December 22, 2023, with her husband and children at bedside.
A Madison native, Suki was fiercely independent – with quite the stubborn streak – and always, unfailingly loving and protective.
She loved her career as a nurse, particulary her work with children. She cherished spending time with her family,...
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