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.
Jacqueline Landucci
Feb 24, 2026
Jacqueline “Jackie” Gentile Landucci passed away peacefully on February 24, 2026, surrounded by family and her loving husband of 57 years, Larry.
Jackie was born on August 26, 1945, in St. Paul, Minnesota, to Mildred and Bill Gentile. She grew up on Jessamine Avenue with her three sisters, helping in the family tavern, Gentile’s, and later attended the University of Minnesota,...
Eyasu Ermecho Edward Cranley
Apr 13, 2026
Eyasu Ermecho Edward Cranley, Age 16, passed away April 13, 2026. Charming, creative, smart, and funny, Eyasu was an amazing person who was always ready to lift up his friends and family with a well-timed silly joke and a mischievous grin or a gentle kindness. He loved fishing, playing video games and hanging out with his friends.
He is survived by...
John Steven Jaeschke
Apr 9, 2026
John Steven Jaeschke, 56, of Middleton, passed away on April 9, 2026. Born on December 7, 1969, John was a man defined by his warmth, his quick wit, and a genuine kindness that he shared with everyone he met. He leaves behind a legacy of music, service, and deep devotion to his family and friends.
A gifted musician, John’s passion for...
Linda Ciofu Baumann
Apr 13, 2026
Dr. Linda Ciofu Baumann was a trailblazer in nursing, behavioral medicine, and interdisciplinary health education. She earned her undergraduate and graduate degrees in nursing from the University of Michigan and a PhD in social psychology from the University of Wisconsin–Madison.
Throughout her distinguished career, Dr. Baumann integrated clinical practice, research, and teaching to advance health equity and improve patient outcomes. As...
Richard V. Trameri
Apr 4, 2026
Richard V. Trameri, age 98, of Madison passed away peacefully at home on April 4, 2026. Richard was born January 29,1928 in Madison, WI to Carlo and Pierina (Praolini) Trameri.
Richard grew up in the Greenbush Neighborhood. He graduated from Central High School in 1945. In 1946 he enlisted in the army and was stationed at the Atomic Lab in Los...
JoAnn Salin
Apr 15, 2026
JoAnn Salin, age 85. Passed away on April 15, 2026. Services are pending at this time. Please return at a later time for her full obituary and service information.
In the meantime, please share a memory of JoAnn below.
Cress Funeral & Cremation Services
3610 Speedway Road Madison
608-238-3434
Marc Selig Galanter
Apr 14, 2026
Marc Galanter, age 95, passed away April 14, 2026. Funeral Service will be on Mon., April 20 at 4 pm at Cress Funeral Home, 3610 Speedway Rd.
A full obituary will be published soon. In the meantime, please share a memory of Marc below.
Cress Funeral & Cremation Services
3610 Speedway Rd Madison
608-238-3434
Betsy Drysen
Apr 13, 2026
Elizabeth “Betsy” M. Drysen, 86, of Madison passed away on Monday, April 13, 2026 at SSM Health St. Mary’s hospital.
Betsy was born in Madison to Lionel and Helen (Cretney) Moore. She attended Nakoma grade school and later graduated from West high school. On July 19, 1963 Betsy married Jimmy Drysen, and together they had two children. Betsy worked for Ray-O-Vac,...
Benjamin "Ben" Krumbach
Apr 11, 2026
Benjamin Theodore Krumbach, aged twenty-one, of Madison, WI, passed away on April 11th, 2026, surrounded by family, after a courageous two-year battle with rhabdomyosarcoma. Born on June 26, 2004, in Madison, WI, Ben was the beloved son of Tricia and Ted Krumbach, and younger brother to Gage and Jack Krumbach. Ben committed to play volleyball at Calvin University, where he...
Rickey "Rick" Hynes
Apr 10, 2026
Rickey “Rick” C. Hynes, age 70, of Oregon/Cuba City, WI. passed away peacefully at home on April 10, 2026 after a brief illness of cancer. He was born on July 20, 1955 in Cuba City, WI. to the son of Lawrence Hynes. Rick met his lifelong partner, Karen Best in Belleville. They were together several years before finally getting married...
Betty G. Knight
Apr 7, 2026
Betty G. Knight, age 88, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday April 7, 2026 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on April 24, 1937 the daughter of Ellis and Grace (Cox) Ferguson.
Betty spent her youth in Missouri before she traveled abroad with her husband, Richard A. Knight, during his years of military service in the Army. After...
Margie M. Carpenter
Apr 5, 2026
An obituary will be published here soon.
A memorial service will be held at 12:00 noon on Saturday April 25, 2026 at CRESS FUNERAL HOME, 1310 Emerald Terr, Sun Prairie, WI 53590 with Rev. Mr. Mark Wagner presiding. Visitation will be from 11:00 AM until the service at the funeral home on Saturday.
Cress Funeral & Cremation Service
1310 Emerald Terrace, Sun Prairie
(608)...
Douglas "Doug" E. Dummer
Apr 4, 2026
Douglas “Doug” E. Dummer, age 69, passed away surrounded by his family on Saturday, April 4, 2026 after a 10 year battle with prostate cancer. He was born on July 27, 1956 in Beloit, WI to John Edmund, II and Mardella (Wessels) Dummer. He was a graduate of Beloit Memorial High School, Class of 1974, and he went on to...
Sylvia Grunes
Apr 4, 2026
Sylvia Grunes, born August 14, 1926, in Madison, Wisconsin, passed away on April 4, 2026 at the age of 99.
Preceded in death by parents, Rachel and Harry Dworetzsky; her husband, Julius Grunes; her sister Evelyn Lipp; her brother, Victor Dorret; and her son, Mitch Grunes.
Survived by her son, Howard Grunes (Diane); her daughter, Miriam Grunes (Daniel Einstein); and her daughter-in-law,...
Marlene Enstad
Apr 3, 2026
Marlene Mary Enstad (Steinhorst), age 87, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2026 at Lilac in Lake Mills, Wisconsin.
Born on January 8, 1939, in Sauk County, Wisconsin, Marlene was the daughter of the late Walter and Elsie Steinhorst of North Freedom. She attended Happy Hill Elementary and was a graduate of Baraboo High School.
Shortly after high school, Marlene moved to...
Janet K. Sather
Apr 1, 2026
Janet K. Sather (née Kleinheinz), February 27, 1967 – April 1, 2026
Janet K. Sather, age 59, passed away peacefully at home in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on April 2, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, creativity, and generosity.
Born in Madison, Wisconsin, Janet was the beloved daughter of Carl and Mary Kleinheinz. She lived a life defined by compassion, connection, and a...
Elizabeth "Betty" Hellenbrand
Apr 1, 2026
Elizabeth “Betty “ Hellenbrand
84
Middleton/ Ashton
Elizabeth “Betty” Hellenbrand, age 84, of Middleton/ Ashton passed away on Wed., April 1, 2026 in Middleton. She was born on March 7, 1942 to Christian and Margaret (Laufenberg) Statz. She married Vincent Hellenbrand on Oct. 4, 1960 at St. Martin’s Catholic Church in Martinsville. She was employed by Ultra Tech for many years, where she...
Agnes Laufenberg
Apr 1, 2026
Agnes Laufenberg, age 94, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Tuesday, April 1, 2026 at Meriter Hospital in Madison. Agnes was born Nov. 24, 1931 in Richwood, Wi. To Joseph A. and Mary (Ready) Bowman. She graduated from Watertown High.
On August 29, 1959, she married Leonard J. Laufenberg at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Richwood Wisconsin. They enjoyed...
Richard J. Amelse
Apr 1, 2026
Sun Prairie – Richard James Amelse, age 88, passed away on Wednesday April 1, 2026, at SSM St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison. He was born January 1, 1938, in Eau Claire, WI to the late Adrian and Marie (Vandersanden) Amelse. He grew up on a farm near Fall Creek, WI where he attended Pine Grove Grade School. He graduated from...
Margaret Grace Baudhuin
Mar 31, 2026
Margaret G. Baudhuin died peacefully March 31, 2026. At the time of her death, she was resting comfortably, getting the very best care from members of the inpatient hospice care team at SSM St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin. Since the sudden onset of her catastrophic illness on March 8, she had the benefit of the very best care one...
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