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.
William LaVurne Heath, Sr.
Sep 11, 2008
Heath, William, Sr.
Stoughton- William LaVurne Heath, Sr., age 92, passed away at his home in Stoughton on Thursday, September 11, 2008. He was born in Oklahoma on December 12, 1915, a son of John and Jewel Heath. Bill served his country in the Army Air Corps during WWII and was united in marriage to Alice Weum on July 15,...
Gertrude Byrne Slightam
Sep 10, 2008
Madison-Gertrude Byrne Slightam, age 96, died on Wednesday, September 10, 2008 at HospiceCare Inc. She was born in the town of Oregon, Wisconsin on October 14, 1911 to the late William J. and Elizabeth (Hannavan) Byrne. Gertrude retired from New York Life Insurance Company in 1973. She survived by many friends who will miss her and loved her dearly. She...
Vivian I Richel
Sep 9, 2008
Verona- Vivian I. Richel, age 82, passed away on Tuesday, September 9, 2008 at Rest Haven Health Care Center located in Verona. She was born on November 13, 1925 in Gratiot, WI to Clarence & Elizabeth (McGlynn) Engebretson. In 1946, Vivian married Edward Richel in Gratiot where they lived until moving to Burbank, IL in 1964. Mrs. Richel has...
Edith Jane Goecks
Sep 8, 2008
Stoughton/Cottage Grove- Edith Jane Goecks, age 87, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 8, 2008. She was born in Madison on February 17, 1921, the second of 12 children to Charles and Lona (Crawford) Horton. Jane attended school in Madison. She met her future husband, Victor Goecks, while they were both working for Oscar Meyer. On November 30, 1940 they...
Yvonne Josephine Coleman
Sep 8, 2008
 Yvonne J. Coleman, age 71 of Stoughton, passed away on Monday, September 8, 2008 at Stoughton Hospital. She was born in LaCrosse on November 22, 1936, a daughter of the late Edgar and Eudora (Meachem) Coleman. Yvonne was a loving mother and grandmother, and a devoted friend. She was a very giving woman who enjoyed spending time with her...
Michael John McGrath
Sep 7, 2008
Michael John McGrath, age 64, loving brother, husband, father, and grandfather, passed away unexpectedly of a heart attack at his home, Sunday, September 7th 2008. Michael ""Mike"" was born on November 2nd 1943, the son of Glen and Edna (Kraak) McGrath. Michael grew up in Madison where he graduated from Madison West High School in 1961 and attended Madison Business...
Helen Mae Thompson
Sep 6, 2008
Madison -- Helen N. Thompson, age 101, peacefully passed away Saturday, September 6, 2008. Â Helen was born in Baraboo, on February 14, 1907, the daughter of Sigmund and Myra Neubauer. Â In 1918, the family moved to Madison, where Harold, Helen's bother was attending the University of Wisconsin. Â Helen graduated from Madison's Central High School and the Milwaukee...
Russell J. Rorge
Sep 4, 2008
Stoughton- Russell J. Rorge, age 83, died at home on Thursday, September 4, 2008. He was born on September 13, 1924 in Stoughton, the son of Arthur and Gena (Grefsheim) Rorge. Russell graduated from Stoughton High School and attended Madison Business College. On March 22, 1947 Russell married Marian Reinstad. She preceded him in death on May 23, 1995. Russell...
Andrew ""AJ"" James Zdeblick
Sep 4, 2008
Middleton: Â Â AJ passed away peacefully of natural causes. Â His death was sudden and unexpected, and came at a time when he had matured into a fine young man. Â AJ was disabled with autism, but had worked hard to achieve independence. Â Many of you in the community knew AJ -- from Crestwood Elementary, from Kromerey Middle School...
S.Craig Waggoner
Sep 4, 2008
S. Craig Waggoner, age 59, of Middleton, Wisconsin, died on September 4, 2008 at HospiceCare Inc. in Madison, Wisconsin, from colon cancer first diagnosed in September 2007. He was born on July 16, 1949 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to Sheldon Cleveland Waggoner and Dorothy Mae (Gerdes) Waggoner. Craig graduated from Washington High School in Milwaukee in 1968 and from the University...
Joyce L. Alford
Sep 3, 2008
MADISON- Rev. Joyce L. Alford, age 74, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 3, 2008, at St. Mary's Hospital. She was born July 16, 1934, in Clyman, WI, to parents Burr and Alice (Clapp) Alford. Joyce graduated from the Methodist Hospital School of Nursing in Madison in 1955, and earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 1959 and a Master...
Elizabeth Emily Baun
Sep 3, 2008
Madison: Â Elizabeth Emily Baun, age 97, passed away peacefully at Sebring Assisted Health Care, on Wednesday, September 3, 2008. Â She was born in Cuba City, WI, on March 5, 1911, the daughter of Charles and Elizabeth (McCarthy) O'Neil. Â Elizabeth graduated from Cuba City High School, and received a Bachelors Degree in History from Clark College in 1939....
Joseph Clifford Reynolds
Sep 2, 2008
OREGON - Joseph Clifford ""Cliff"" Reynolds, age 89, died on Tuesday, September 2, 2008, at Oregon Manor Nursing Home after a lengthy illness. He was born on Feb. 8, 1919, in Cairo, MO, to Myrtle and Harvey Reynolds. In 1941 he married Susan Elizabeth Smith, the love of his life, who preceded him in death in 2006, after 65 wonderful...
George A. Green
Sep 2, 2008
Stoughton- George Anton Green, age 85, passed away on Tuesday, September 2, 2008 at Evansville Manor. He was born on April 19, 1923 in Dunn County, the son of Anton and Margeret (Miklebook) Green. George graduated from Elk Mound High School in 1941. He enlisted in the U.S. Army and served during WWII, twice in Japan. George was honorably discharged...
William Scott Toebaas
Sep 2, 2008
Madison-William Scott Toebaas died unexpectedly of natural causes on Tuesday, September 2, 2008. Â Born on May 27, 1951, Bill was a life-long resident of Madison. Â As a boy Bill loved fishing in Tenney Park, camping at Devil's Lake and summer vacations in the north woods of Wisconsin. Â Bill graduated from Central High School and attended the University...
Gary Herbert Blaney
Sep 2, 2008
MADISON  BLANEY, GARY H.  Gary H. Blaney, age 59, died unexpectedly Tuesday, September 2, 2008 in his home. Survivors include his wife Virginia; 2 daughters: Jamie & Terri; and 1 son Jayson all of Madison, as well as, 1 brother David & 1 Sister Sandy. A gathering of family & friends will be held at Terri's home from...
Katherine B. Burris
Aug 30, 2008
Madison-Katherine B. Burris, age 92, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 30, 2008. Katherine was born January 15, 1916 in Baldwin, WI, the daughter of John and Clara (Jorstad) Brusse. Katherine entered the University of Wisconsin-Madison at age sixteen; she was the youngest student in her class. She earned both a B.S. and M.S. Degree in Home Economics. She worked...
Charles Ervin Hull
Aug 30, 2008
STOUGHTON
Charles E. Hull, age 62, passed away Saturday, August 30, 2008 in the UW Hospital. He was born March 7, 1946, in Madison, the son of Curtis and Lois (Smail) Hull. Survivors include 3 children: Charles Hull, Jr. and Brenda Holub and Kim Georgeson all of Madison; 4 grandchildren: Nicole, Alex, Casey and Raven; 1 great granddaughter Natalie; his mother...
Erik J. Jensen
Aug 28, 2008
Madison -- On Sunday, August 17, 2008 Erik J. Jensen passed away while boating and swimming in Lake Monona. Erik was born on June 2, 1968 in Madison to Wade and Marian Jensen. He was the youngest of six children. Erik grew up on the west side of Madison enjoying riding and racing motorcycles. He spent much of his life...
Susanna H. Kleinfelter
Aug 26, 2008
Sun Prairie/Deerfield-Susanna ""Susie"" H. Kaupanger KIinefelter passed away on Tuesday, August 26, 2008 at the Sun Prairie Health Care Center at the age of 100. She was born on November 28, 1907 in her family home in the town of Dunkirk near Stoughton, WI to Nels & Emma (Aas) Kaupanger. Her childhood was spent on rural Stoughton farms tending sheep...
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