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.

John W. Radermacher

John W. Radermacher

Jun 26, 2025

John Radermacher, age 72, of Waunakee, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2025, at UW Hospital, surrounded by his loved ones.

John was born on March 3, 1953, in Madison, Wisconsin, the son of Werner and Emerald Radermacher. He grew up in the area and graduated from Middleton High School in 1971. On March 31, 1973, he married his best...

De Wayne Dean Ruppert

De Wayne Dean Ruppert

Jun 20, 2025

De Wayne D. Ruppert, 97, passed away Friday June 20, 2025 at the V.A. Hospital, with his loving family by his side. He was born June 24, 1927 in Newton, IA. to Levi and Grace (Mc Pherson) Ruppert.

He attended High School during WWII. While in High School, the Army called upon him, so he went into the service. He was...

Robert (Bob) Patrick Burke

Robert (Bob) Patrick Burke

Jun 24, 2025

Bob passed away unexpectedly at home while reading the sports page and drinking his morning coffee on June 24, 2025.

Bob was born on December 10, 1941, in Langdon, North Dakota. He attended the University of North Dakota, graduating with undergraduate and law degrees before moving with his wife and sons to Wisconsin. Bob was a public defender for 40 years...

Mary Katherine Durrenberger

Mary Katherine Durrenberger

Apr 1, 2025

Mary Durrenberger (Mutchler), 54, of Big Sandy, TN, (formerly of Rockford, IL), passed away peacefully, Tuesday April 1, 2025, after battling cancer for many years. Mary was born August 17, 1970, in Onalaska, WI, the daughter of Edwin and Junabelle (Luke) Mutchler.

As a young girl, Mary played piano, enjoyed Girl Scouts, loved family games & cards, and played oboe in...

Timothy C. Rhinerson

Timothy C. Rhinerson

Jun 29, 2025

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Cress Funeral & Cremation Service

201 Bue Street, P.O. Box 376, Deerfield

(608) 764-5369

Please share your memories at www.cressfuneralservice.com

Steven "Stevie" E. Aaberg

Steven "Stevie" E. Aaberg

Jun 28, 2025

Stoughton – Steven “Stevie” Elwin Aaberg, age 71, passed away on Saturday June 28, 2025, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison. He was born on June 10, 1954, in Stoughton to the late Lloyd and Olga Aaberg. Stevie was most proud of being the owner operator of Star Concrete, which he started in 1980. He loved and collected classic cars...

Michael George Damm

Michael George Damm

Jun 27, 2025

Michael George Damm of Madison, Wisconsin, died on Friday, June 27, 2025, at age 84.

Mike and his wife of 62 years, Mary Ann (Minar), had six children and ten grandchildren. Mike was dedicated to his family, always making them his top priority.

Mike was born on November 21, 1940, in Mount Pleasant, Michigan, to John T. and Mary Elizabeth (Sacksteder) Damm....

Jaclyn "Jackie" Bowe

Jaclyn "Jackie" Bowe

Jun 27, 2025

Jackie Bowe, age 70, of Madison/Waunakee passed away on Sunday June 27, 2025.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, July 11,2025 from 11:00 to 2:00 p.m. at Rex’s Innkeeper 301 N. Century Ave. Waunakee.

Please share your memories at www.cressfuneralservice.com

Winn-Cress Funeral Home

5785 Hwy Q

Waunakee, WI

Judy A. Jensen

Judy A. Jensen

Jun 27, 2025

Visitation will be from 11-1:00 pm on Saturday, July 12, 2025 at Cress Funeral Home MCFARLAND, with a memorial service to begin at 1:00 pm.

If you are not able to join us in person, please register at the following link to to view the service: https://event.forgetmenotceremonies.com/ceremony?c=d066f4f6-1c05-4b99-8570-1f33b4856171

Please check back for a full obituary.

Cress Funeral Service

5801 Hwy 51, McFarland, WI 53558

608-838-0655

Basil Sadler

Basil Sadler

Jun 26, 2025

Stoughton – Basil Sadler, age 94, passed away on Thursday June 26, 2025, at Skaalen Home in Stoughton. He was born December 3, 1930, in Madison to the late Lloyd and Grace (Stelter) Sadler. Basil went to Madison West High School and graduated in 1950 and then was drafted into the US Army during the Korean War. He worked for...

James Frank Martin

James Frank Martin

Jun 24, 2025

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James F. Martin, age 86, of Madison, Wisconsin passed away on June 24, 2025. Jim was born on June 14, 1939, in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Harold and Ardath Martin.

He married Barbara Lilian Evans on April 1,1967, in Chicago. Jim grew up in the South Shore neighborhood of Chicago and attended St. Phillip Neri Elementary School, Mt. Carmel...

Kendall Kiley

Kendall Kiley

Jun 23, 2025

Kendall D Kiley, age 91, of Madison, WI passed away peacefully at his home on June, 23, 2025. He was born on October 10, 1933 in Mt Horeb, the son of Merle & Helen Kiley. He married the love of his life, Angeline R Hefty on September, 2, 1957 in Perry Wisconsin.

Ken is survived by Angeline R Kiley, his children,...

Karen Jane Howard

Karen Jane Howard

Jun 22, 2025

Madison, WI-Karen J. Howard passed away on June 22, 2025. She was born on October 26, 1935 in Creston, Neb., to Louis Boning and Hulda (Sanders) Boning. Karen earned her undergraduate degree in Home Economics University of Nebraska, Lincoln. She went on to earn a master’s degree from UNL. Karen spent many years employed at the University of Wisconsin, Madison...

Kathleen Stoikes

Kathleen Stoikes

Jun 22, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend, Kathleen Stoikes, who left us peacefully at home on June 22, 2025, at the age of 81, after a valiant battle with cancer.

She was born October 5, 1943, in Dodgeville WI, the daughter of Margaret and Clemon Henderson. She married Ronald Stoikes...

Sharon A. Rolander

Sharon A. Rolander

Jun 22, 2025

Sharon Ann (Wendorff) Rolander, age 79, passed away at Sienna Meadows Memory Care in Oregon, WI on Sunday, June 22, 2025, the first full day of Summer.   She was born on April 9, 1946 in Hutchinson, MN to Ernest and Hazel (Schmidt) Wendorff.  And was raised on the family farm west of Hutch that she loved so much.  Sharon...

Boris M. Vykhodets

Boris M. Vykhodets

Jun 21, 2025

Boris Vykhodets, 65, passed away peacefully at home on June 21st, 2025, in Madison, WI. Born in Baku, Azerbaijan, on September 4, 1959, Boris was known for his humor, hard work, and loyalty, and was beloved by everyone who knew him. He left his career as an anesthesiologist following the fall of the Soviet Union to pursue a better life...

Carol Jean Hanson

Carol Jean Hanson

Jun 21, 2025

Middleton- Carol Jean Hanson, age 93, passed away on Saturday, June 21, 2025 at Brookdale in Middleton. She was born in Manitowoc on September 1, 1931, the daughter of Herbert and Cora Gauger.

Carol grew up in Manitowoc Rapids and enjoyed spending her summers in Door County working at orchards and at Tagge's Tavern. She graduated from Manitowoc High School in...

Loraine Feiner

Loraine Feiner

Jun 20, 2025

SPRING GREEN, SUN PRAIRIE and DeFOREST — On Friday, June 20, 2025, Loraine Feiner reunited in heaven with her dear husband, Cyril Feiner. She passed away peacefully at Riverwood Senior Living in Wisconsin Dells.

Family and faith were always central themes in Loraine’s life. She was born Loraine Radel to Roy and Stella on May 10, 1935, in the rolling hills...

Sharon Charlotte Horstmeyer

Sharon Charlotte Horstmeyer

Jun 20, 2025

Madison- Sharon Charlotte Horstmeyer, age 75, passed away on Friday, June 20, 2025 at UW Hospital. She was born in Madison on March 17, 1950, the daughter of Roman "Ripp" and June Weisensel.

Sharon graduated from Madison East High School, and from Madison College with an associate's degree in graphic design. She worked for Oscar Mayer foods for many years.

Sharon is...

Jean E. Miller

Jean E. Miller

Jun 18, 2025

Waunakee: Jean E. Miller, age 79, passed away Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at St. Mary’s Hospital following a stroke. She was born April 5 1946, the daughter of Carl and Magdalen Brunner, at St. Mary’s Hospital. Jean was a 1964 graduate of Mount Horeb High school. She married Earl George Miller at St. Mary’s of Pine Bluff July 26, 1969....

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