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.
James N. Gilbertson
Aug 18, 2023
Deerfield- James N. Gilbertson, age 78, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, August 18, 2023.
Jim was a fun loving guy who enjoyed having a good time. He always had a joke to tell and a quick laugh. Family was important to Jim. He was very involved in his children’s activities, both in school and in the community....
Adam Schesch
Aug 17, 2023
Schesch, Adam Bertram (1942-2023), Madison
Adam Schesch died on August 17, 2023, at age 80, surrounded by his family. He was born September 14, 1942, in New York City to Carl Jacob Schesch and Elizabeth Lillian Yassin, the children of German, Russian and Ukrainian-Jewish immigrants. He graduated from Columbia University with a B.A. and UW-Madison with a master’s degree)...
Suzanne S. Hotter
Aug 17, 2023
On August 17, 2023, Dr. Suzanne S. Hotter of Stoughton, Wisconsin passed peacefully while in Agrace Hospice Care at Fitchburg, Wisconsin. Suzanne was preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Irene Smith, and her husband of 37 years, Thomas Hotter. Surviving family include her younger sister Jane Price; son Michael Robbins, wife Katy and grandchildren Victoria and Jackson; daughter...
Jacqueline D. Kadinger
Aug 17, 2023
WATERTOWN/SUN PRAIRIE—Jacqueline “Jackie” D. Kadinger, age 39, was wrongfully taken from us on August 17, 2023. Jackie was born on February 23, 1984 and raised in Watertown, WI. She graduated from Watertown High School. Jackie’s greatest accomplishment was becoming a mom to her son, Calvin, who was born in 2010.
Jackie was incredibly uplifting, positive, and brightened every room she...
Deborah Ann Wunnicke
Aug 16, 2023
Deborah Ann Garfield Wunnicke passed away peacefully on August 16, 2023, at age 74. She left us with the twinkle of joy and magic of love that she spread abundantly. For many years Deborah and her family lived with her Alzheimer’s disease, emphasis on “living”. Deborah decided early on that she would continue enjoying her life and “doing the...
Debra "Debbie" Marie Ramsey
Aug 15, 2023
Debra “Debbie” Marie Ramsey, of Windsor, Wisconsin, passed away on Tuesday, August 15, 2023, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin; she was age 65.
She was born on February 24, 1958 to David Sr. and Dolores Damask in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She married Archie Ramsey on July 11, 1982 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Her interests included entertaining her family...
Eleanor Jane Gojmerac
Aug 14, 2023
Eleanor Jane Gojmerac, age 93, passed away on Monday, August 14, 2023. Born in Racine, Wisconsin, on April 16, 1930, she was the daughter of John and Caroline (Smith) Dykstra. After graduating from William Horlic High, Eleanor continued her studies and graduated from UW-Madison with a degree in education.
A mutual friend introduced Eleanor to Walter Gojmerac, at St. Paul’s...
Marian Skille
Aug 13, 2023
Marian Skille died August 13, 2023 just shy of her 92nd birthday. She was born Aug 29, 1931, child of Tony and Celia Schiavo.
Marian graduated from Madison Central High School at the age of 16 and worked at Wisconsin Telephone Company. Marian met her husband, Leo, at a dance on March 19, 1951 and married him the following year...
William "Bullfrog" H. Johnson
Aug 13, 2023
William H. “Bullfrog” Johnson, age 73, passed away on Sunday August 13, 2023, at home. He was born May 11, 1950, to the late Frank and Louise Johnson Sr.
Bullfrog worked at RG Houston Company as a Local 139 Operator.
He is survived by his daughter Sara Stanfield; 2 grandchildren Franklin Stanfield and Chaslyn Stanfield, brothers Frederick “Freddy” (Phylis)...
Patricia A. Bohn
Aug 12, 2023
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Roger D. Breunig
Aug 12, 2023
Roger D Breunig age 61, of Waunakee passed away surrounded by loved ones after a 21 month battle of stage 4 Gallbladder Cancer 08/12/2023. He was born on January 17, 1962. The son of Ronald and Elaine Breunig. He married Mary Middleton on September 10, 1994. Roger started his driving career with Batz sanitation, he ended his 30+ year career...
Constance Elizabeth Coyle Perkins
Aug 12, 2023
Constance (Connie) Elizabeth Coyle Perkins, age 74, passed away on Saturday, August 12, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. Connie was born on December 19, 1948, the third of eight children of the late Maurice and Cecelia (Endres) Coyle. Connie, a 32-year survivor of ovarian cancer, fought the ravages of pancreatic cancer and chemotherapy for the past year with tenacity...
George Herbert Peranteau
Aug 11, 2023
George Herbert Peranteau, 87, of Madison, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully in the company of loving family on August 11, 2023. He is survived by his wife, Mary, of Berwyn, Illinois; and his five children: Stephen (Jennifer), of San Diego; Mary Elizabeth and Suzanne of Madison, Sophia (Ron Snider) of Las Vegas, and Anne (Christopher Bender) of Wellington, New Zealand; grandchildren...
Mark T. Suchomel
Aug 11, 2023
POYNETTE/SUN PRAIRIE—Mark T. Suchomel, age 55, passed away on Friday, August 11, 2023 after a long illness.
Mark was an avid outdoorsman, and he had a passion for bow hunting. mud trucks, and speed boats.
Mark is survived by his father David Suchomel; brothers Chris Suchomel and Paul (Dana) Suchomel; nieces Christina (Samuel) Sewz and Kali; nephew Mathew; and other...
Margaret H. Hennings
Aug 11, 2023
SUN PRAIRIE—It is with sadness that we announce the death of Margaret H. Hennings after a brief but courageous battle with cancer. She was born on September 28, 1947 in Flint, Michigan to Irving and Florence (Vogel) Hennings.
Margaret graduated from high school in Sioux Falls, SD. She dedicated many years of service to AT&T at their locations in Madison,...
Donald J Helfrecht
Aug 9, 2023
Donald J. Helfrecht, age 101, passed away on Wednesday, August 9, 2023. He was born on February 22, 1922 at Madison General Hospital, the son of Aaron J and Lillian K (Miller) Helfrecht. He grew up in the Wingra Park area of Madison, attending the first semester of kindergarten at Randall School. When the new Dudgeon School was opened,...
Dorothy Marie Weber
Aug 8, 2023
Dorothy Marie Weber, 92, passed away under the loving care of her nieces, Agrace Hospice and Talamore Senior Living Center, in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, on Tuesday, August 8, 2023. Born in Richland County, Illinois, on May 13, 1931, to John P. and Pauline H. (Diemel) Weber, Dorothy was raised in the farming community of Wakefield with her older brothers, Florian...
Dmitri E. Hechel
Aug 8, 2023
DMITRI EDWARD HECHELJuly 28, 2002-August 8, 2023Dmitri was born on July 28, 2002, in Yaroslavl, Russia. At 7 months of age, he and his older sister Anastasia were adopted by Doug and Laura. Two years later Dmitri gained a brother Viktor, also born in Russia. Dmitri was always protective of his siblings.Throughout his life Dmitri was an enthusiastic sports...
Lincoln Franklin Ramirez
Aug 7, 2023
Madison - Dr. Lincoln Franklin Ramirez, age 84, passed away on August 7, 2023.
Dr. Ramirez was born January 1, 1939, to Louise Franklin and Gilberto Ramirez. His parents were strong advocates for education and instilled in him a lifelong love of learning. Dr. Ramirez’s scholastic journey began at home. He attended Putney School where he excelled academically and was introduced...
Thomas John Stohr
Aug 7, 2023
Thomas Stohr, age 90, passed away on Monday, August 7, 2023. He was born on April 10, 1933, in Detroit, MI, the son of George and Jane (nee: Gerlach) Stohr. He married Isabelle Grosskreutz on August 9, 1958, in Milwaukee, WI.
Tom grew up in Milwaukee and graduated from Pius High School. He attended Accounting School and did his...
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