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.

Michael Strain

Michael Strain

Nov 16, 2008

Michael G. ""Mike"" Strain, age 70, passed away peacefully early Sunday morning, Nov. 16 th at the Fitchburg Hospice Center surrounded by loved ones. Mike was born May 23 rd, 1938, the oldest of seven children born to John P. and Cavilla Ann (Helgesen) Strain. Mike graduated from Mt. Horeb High School in 1956 and then enlisted in the U.S....

Charles  Albert LaBelle,  Sr.

Charles Albert LaBelle, Sr.

Nov 16, 2008

Charles A. ""Chuck"" LaBelle, Sr. Madison--Charles A. ""Chuck"" LaBelle, Sr., age 56, passed away Sunday, November 16, 2008. A memorial gathering will be held at 4 pm on Monday, November 24, 2008 at the American Legion Post 481, 4337 W. River Rd., Waunakee, WI 53597.  

Esther  M. Radecke

Esther M. Radecke

Nov 16, 2008

Radecke, Esther

Stoughton- Esther M. Radecke, age 94 of Stoughton, passed away at Stoughton Hospital on Sunday, November 16, 2008. She was born in the Town of Rutland on June 17, 1914, a daughter of the late Morris and Laura (Christensen) Johnson. On November 4, 1942, she was united in marriage to Stanley Radecke. Esther was a long time member...

Robert  John Swanson

Robert John Swanson

Nov 16, 2008

Sun Prairie-Robert J. Swanson, age 65, passed away on Sunday, November 16, 2008 at the HospiceCare Center, Fitchburg, after a courageous battle with heart disease and cancer.   He was born on March 22, 1943 in Sheboygan, the son of Arthur & Bernice (Moran) Swanson.  Bob was united in marriage to Ann Wicke on June 25, 1966 in Watertown, WI....

Daniel  Lee Bell

Daniel Lee Bell

Nov 15, 2008

Sun Prairie/Madison-Daniel L. Bell, age 59, passed away on Saturday, November 15, 2008 at the HospiceCare Center, Fitchburg.  He was born on Jully 18, 1949, in Madison the son of Walter & Amy (Lee) Bell.  Mr. Bell was united in marriage to Katherine A. Washa on April 20, 1968 in Madison   He was a lifelong resident of the Madison area. ...

Anita  L. Mertdogan

Anita L. Mertdogan

Nov 15, 2008

Anita L. Mertdogan, age 70, of Homewood, IL, passed away suddenly on Saturday, November 15, 2008. She was born in Aluksne, Latvia, and immigrated to the US after WW II. She was raised by her parents in Madison and attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She married Akgun Mertdogan in 1964. Anita dedicated her life to her family in raising their...

Robert  E. Haessig

Robert E. Haessig

Nov 15, 2008

Robert E. Haessig, age 85, died on Saturday, November 15, 2008 in Madison.   He was born on December 11, 1922 in the town of Montrose to Ernest R. and Verena (Hammerly) Haessig.   Robert is survived by his wife Ann (Beld) of Madison and daughter Mary V. Haessig of Dublin Ohio, many nieces and nephews and special friends the Marty...

Lawrence  Estes Seymour

Lawrence Estes Seymour

Nov 15, 2008

Columbus-Lawrence E. Seymour Sr., age 87, passed away on Saturday, November 15, 2008 at his residence.  He was born on May 15, 1921, in DeSota, WI the son of the late Haskell & Vera (Haverly) Seymour.  Lawrence was united in marriage to Pauline McNeil on September 26, 1942 in Hillsboro and together they raised 6 children.  During WW II he...

Jack  Richard Fleury

Jack Richard Fleury

Nov 14, 2008

Sun Prairie-Jack R. Fleury, age 46 passed away unexpectedly of natural causes on Friday, November 14, 2008 at his residence. He was born on August 1, 1962 in Madison the son of Robert & Janet (Kroetz) Fleury.  Jack was united in marraige to Cathy Ann Carty on April 24, 1997 on the beach in Negril, Jamaica.  He was a lifelong...

John  Harvey Barsch

John Harvey Barsch

Nov 14, 2008

John Harvey Barsch, M.D. passed away on Fri. Nov. 14, 2008. He was born Jan. 20, 1935 in Oshkosh, Wis. to E. C. and Lucille (Tynan) Barsch. He was an avid skier and golfer and loved to tinker around the house restoring furniture and doing light gardening and cooking. He was a long time playing member at Nakoma and Kiawah...

Donald  Eugene Spearing

Donald Eugene Spearing

Nov 12, 2008

Portage/Madison-Donald Eugene Spearing, age 89, passed away on Wednesday, November 12, 2008 at Divine Savior Health Care, Portage.  He was born on September 6, 1919, in White Cloud, Michigan the son of Bernard & Jessie (Gough) Spearing. Mr. Spearing was united in marriage to Carol Berndt on July 2, 1942 in Beloit.  He was resident of the Belvidere, Rockford and...

Sylvia  Jean Norbert

Sylvia Jean Norbert

Nov 12, 2008

My dear sister, Sylvia Jean Norbert, age 80, peacefully went to Heaven, Wednesday, Nov 12th after a long and courageous battle with Multiple Sclerosis.   Sylvia was born on July 24th, 1928 to Ben and Esther (Brunk) Stroede.   She attended Lake Mills High School and graduated in the year 1946.   After graduation she worked in the dental office...

Sidney  L. Schwartz

Sidney L. Schwartz

Nov 11, 2008

Sidney L. Schwartz, age 100, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 11, 2008 at Oakwood Lutheran Homes in Madison.   Sidney was born on May 5, 1908 in Minneapolis.   He graduated from Illinois Institute of Technology, and began his career as a Chemical Engineer with Forest Products Laboratory in 1931, where he was employed until 1963.   He was...

Margaret  Dora Colby

Margaret Dora Colby

Nov 11, 2008

Sun Prairie/Windsor- Margaret D. Colby, age 87, passed away on Tuesday, November 11, 2008 at the Willows Nursing & Rehab. Center, Sun Prairie.  She was born on April 29, 1921, in DeForest the daughter of Benjamin & Hilda (Nelson) Vedvik.  Margaret was united in marriage to Kenneth Colby on August 10, 1947 in DeForest and they enjoyed over 56 years...

Gladys  J. Beaupre

Gladys J. Beaupre

Nov 10, 2008

MADISON- Gladys J. Beaupre, age 87, passed away Monday, November 10, 2008, surrounded by her family at her home. She was born March 19, 1921 in Faribault, Minnesota, the eldest daughter of John and Emma (Lee) Dusek. Gladys graduated from Faribault High School where she was the Homecoming Queen. She later married the captain of the football team, Robert W....

Betty  Ann Melum

Betty Ann Melum

Nov 10, 2008

Betty Lavering Melum, age 88, passed away at UW Hospital with family and friends by her side on Mon. Nov. 10, 2008. Betty was born on Dec. 6, 1919 in Appleton. She graduated from Madison Central High School and enjoyed four years at UW Platteville and graduated with her teaching certification. Betty met the love of her life, Lester ""Ketch""...

George  Franklin Milledge,  Jr.

George Franklin Milledge, Jr.

Nov 9, 2008

SUN PRAIRIE   MILLEDGE, GEORGE F., JR.   George F. Milledge, Jr., age 68, died Sunday, November 9, 2008 in a Madison hospital.  He was born June 17, 1940 in Huntington Park, CA, the son of George and Lorraine (Fahey) Milledge, Sr.  Prior to his retirement, George had been employed as the International Sales Agent/Manager for K & N Engineering.  On November...

Camden  Michael Presser

Camden Michael Presser

Nov 8, 2008

PRESSER, CAMDEN MICHAEL POYNETTE Camden became an angel on Saturday, Nov.8, 2008.   He was born Sunday Sept. 21, 2008.   His time with us was short; he left a huge imprint on our hearts; he taught us to love unconditionally, laugh often, smile a lot and enjoy the simple things in life; like the Cowboys beating the Packers, watching...

Myra  S. Myklejord

Myra S. Myklejord

Nov 8, 2008

Myklejord, Myra S.

Stoughton- Myra S. Myklejord, age 92 of Stoughton, passed away at Stoughton Hospital on Saturday, November 8, 2008. She was born in Milton Township on July 15, 1916, a daughter of the late William Harry and Daisy Grace (Hudson) Arnold. Myra graduated from Milton High School in 1934 and worked as an office manager at the Shearer-Cohen...

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