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.
Sally Holl
Sep 2, 2025
Sally Frances Holl, age 99, passed away on Tuesday, Sept.2, 2025, at Milestone Senior Living in Rhinelander, WI, just 12 days shy of her 100th birthday.
Sally was born on Sept. 14, 1925, in Milwaukee, WI. She was the daughter of Franklin and Pauline (Landahl) Gruetzmacher. She graduated from Wauwatosa East high school in 1943 and attended Lawrence University in Appleton...
Nancy J. Okey
Aug 31, 2025
Nancy Jeanne Vivian Okey, 97, passed away peacefully on August 31, 2025, at Oakwood Village in Madison, WI. Born in Hibbing, MN, February 12, 1928, to Dr. Robert Stansmore Vivian and Dora M. Vivian, she was raised in Beloit, WI and graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a degree in Speech Correction. Nancy met her future husband, Paul A....
Dorothy Mae "Dot" Marty
Aug 30, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce Dorothy (Dot) Mae Marty passed peacefully at Meriter hospital in Madison Wisconsin after a courageous battle with autoimmune vasculitis of her lungs and kidneys. She was surrounded by her loving family. Dot was born June 27th 1940 in Waynesburg Pennsylvania. She had a large family, they survived and thrived in the rural...
Justin Akif Balantekin
Aug 30, 2025
Justin Akif Balantekin, age 36, passed away after a long illness on August 30, 2025 at Unity Point Meriter hospital in Madison, Wisconsin. He was born on July 29, 1989 in Madison, the son of A. Baha Balantekin and Barbara A. Lewis.
He attended Madison West High School and the University of Wisconsin-Madison, with a degree in Applied Math, Engineering and...
Patrick Philip Sullivan
Aug 30, 2025
Patrick “Pat” Philip Sullivan passed away unexpectedly on August 30th, 2025 at 42 years old. Pat was born in Madison, WI to Mary (Richter) and Tom Sullivan on August 29th, 1983. He attended IHM School in Monona and was an altar server through 8th grade. He enjoyed grade school and did a variety of athletic activities. He attended Edgewood High...
Mary Jane Eisele
Aug 29, 2025
Mary Jane Eisele of Madison, WI passed away at 87 years old on August 29, 2025, at Agrace Hospice, surrounded by her loving family.
Mary Jane was born on December 18, 1937, in South Wayne, WI, to William and Martha (née Senn) Mahlkuch. Mary Jane grew up on her family’s farm alongside her older brother, Robert “Bob,” and older sister, Marjorie...
Katherine Mae (Herrling) Wagner
Aug 29, 2025
Katherine Mae (Herrling) Wagner, age 77, of Waunakee, passed away peacefully on August 29, 2025, at Hattie’s Glen. She was born in Madison, WI on May 24, 1948, the daughter of Clement and Bernice (Warner) Herrling. On July 22, 1972, she married Stephen J. Wagner at St. John’s Catholic Church in Waunakee.
Kathy was employed by Springs Window Fashions for 30...
Joel Peter Schlicht
Aug 28, 2025
Joel Peter Schlicht, age 57, passed away on August 28, 2025. Joel was born on June 12, 1968, in Madison, Wisconsin. Joel was the beloved father of Karl and Elizabeth Schlicht. Joel graduated from Pewaukee High School and attended UW Waukesha. He was an I.T. specialist and worked for Constellation and numerous job contracts. Joel was a wonderful, caring, sentimental,...
Tom Muckler
Aug 28, 2025
Thomas (Tom) Bryan Muckler, 70, passed away unexpectedly on August 28, 2025 in Mazomanie, WI.
Tom was born on September 19, 1954 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to Carl Muckler, Jr. and Barbara Flinn Muckler. Affectionately known by his large group of friends as “Tommy” and “Muck”, he grew up on the Westside of Madison and attended Randall School and West High School...
Cheryl J. Williams
Aug 27, 2025
Cheryl Jean Williams
February 22, 1946 – August 27, 2025
Cheryl Jean Williams (née Brandt), age 79, passed away peacefully on August 27, 2025, at UW Hospital/Agrace Hospice in Madison, Wisconsin, surrounded by her loving children and grandchildren.
Born on February 22, 1946, in Madison, Wisconsin, Cheryl remained deeply connected to her hometown throughout her life. She graduated from Madison Area Technical College...
Judith Stuntebeck
Aug 27, 2025
Deerfield / Lake Mills – Judith Eileen Stuntebeck, age 84, passed away peacefully at her home on August 27, 2025. She was born on July 14, 1941, the daughter of Albert and Gladys Julen.
Judy enjoyed gardening, dancing to polka music, and Willie Nelson. She attended many local concerts and theater productions. Judy and her partner Tom dressed up for many...
Mary Jane "Marty" Stark
Aug 26, 2025
Mary Jane (Marty) Stark, of Madison, Wisconsin, died peacefully at home on August 26, 2025, at age 97.
Jane, as she was called by everyone who knew her, was born on November 30, 1927, in Janesville, Wisconsin, the second daughter of Fritz and Mildred Marty. As a child her family lived in Brodhead, Rice Lake, and Monroe, Wisconsin, graduating from Monroe...
Nancy Marie Chybowski
Aug 26, 2025
Nancy Marie (Monroe) Chybowski was born on Oct 11, 1931 in South Milwaukee, WI. She lived most of her life in South Milwaukee, lived in Arizona and Appleton later in life, and Madison for her final years. Nancy was married to Frank “Pinky” Chybowski on June 10, 1950 and then began her proudest accomplishment, raising her four loving boys: Bob...
Catherine Marie Foltz
Aug 26, 2025
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Catherine Foltz, age 73, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family after a lengthy battle with Parkinson’s Disease. Cathy was born in Superior, WI to Constantine and Mary Carlos, the second of four children. Her early years in northern Wisconsin were filled with love from her vibrant extended family. During her teen years, the...
Nancy Jean Rung
Aug 25, 2025
With heavy hearts and immense gratitude, we remember the life of a beloved woman, Nancy Rung. She passed away unexpectedly on August 25th, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Known for her quick sense of humor, she could light up a room with a well-timed quip. Even in the busiest times or during life’s challenges, she reminded all who knew her...
Richard Hoeppner
Aug 25, 2025
Richard L. Hoeppner, age 74 passed away peacefully on Monday, August 25, 2025 home with his family at his side. Richard was born in Waupun on July 19, 1951. He grew up in Arlington and Poynette. Richard attended UW-Platteville, transferred and graduated from UW-Madison. He was united in marriage to Katherine (Katie) Grogan on October 22, 1971 and then settled...
Mary Louise Cunningham
Aug 23, 2025
Mary Louise (née Sholtes) Cunningham died on August 23, 2025. As one family member said, “She was a grand woman,” and indeed, she was. Her absence leaves an enormous hole in our lives. Born in Slinger, WI on June 22, 1931, she grew up in Richland Center, WI, where she met the love of her life, Milfred (Mel) Cunningham. They...
Steven Joseph Meyer
Aug 23, 2025
Steven Joseph Meyer, age 59, passed away peacefully as a result of cardiac arrest in Madison, Wisconsin on August 23, 2025. Steve was guided by his enormous heart, a fierce loyalty, and he lived a life that was truly larger than life—a phrase that, in his case, wasn’t just fitting, it was defining. As one friend put it, “He was...
Alice E. Haley
Aug 23, 2025
Alice E. Haley was reunited with her husband, George, on Saturday, August 23, 2025 at the age of 88. She was born on January 18, 1937 in Viola, WI to Herbert and Opal (Hoke) Smith. She married George B. Haley on April 30, 1960 in Germany while George was in the United States Air Force.
Alice and George were residents of...
Kathryn A. Gritzmacker
Aug 22, 2025
Madison – Kathryn A. Gritzmacker, 81, passed away on Friday August 22, 2025, in Madison. She was born on a very stormy April 30,1944 evening to the late Gladys Anderson at Madison General Hospital. From the day she came home from the hospital she was loved and cared for by her grandparents John and Lillian Anderson whom she always called...
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