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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.
Leif Rahn Mogensen
Jul 2, 2024
Leif Rahn Mogensen age 52 of Madison, WI passed away Tuesday July 2, 2024 due to injuries sustained in a bicycle accident. He was a much beloved husband, father, son, and friend.
Leif was born in Wausau, WI on July 26, 1971 to Maynard and Nancy Mogensen. Wausau East/ He lived in Wausau until he transferred to UW-Madison in 1992. He...
Polly Anne Petroff
Jul 1, 2024
Polly Anne Petroff (Peters) age 85, resident of Wausau, Wis. for more than 50 years, died July 1, 2024. Polly was born November 23, 1938 in Columbus, Ohio the daughter of Fred Peters and stepmother Katherine Peters. She was raised by her paternal grandparents Julia and John Peters, known to her as Mother Judy and Daddy Jack. Polly married to...
Joe Anthony Ell
Jul 1, 2024
Loving husband, father, and grandfather, Joe Ell, 62, of Sun Prairie, WI, passed away at home on Monday, July 1st, after a short illness. Joe Ell was born June 13, 1962 to Jack and Jean Ell in Grand Forks, ND. Joe spent his childhood in Grand Forks with his family, graduating from Red River High School in 1981, and attending...
Grace Krajco
Jul 1, 2024
Grace (Eiborg) Krajco passed away July 1, 2024. She was 98 years old and the daughter of Emmanuel and Clara Eiborg. Grace was born April 1, 1926. She was raised in a proud Danish family.
Grace grew up in Sun Prairie, WI. She married Wilfred Krajco on October 15, 1949 in Madison, WI. Wilfred and Grace were the founders and owners...
Patrick Landini
Jun 30, 2024
It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Patrick Landini, aged 63, who passed away unexpectedly on June 30, 2024.
Pat was a production supervisor with over 37 years of experience in the manufacturing field. He was educated at Madison Area Technical College where he earned his degree in Supervisory Management. He was employed as the Production Control Specialist...
Rhonda L. Dudley
Jun 30, 2024
We are saddened to announce the passing of Rhonda Lee Dudley. Her vibrant memory will remain in our hearts forever. Rhonda was an extraordinary person known for her kindness and thoughtfulness. Like anyone, she had her virtues and failings, but it was her goodness that truly set her apart.
Daughter, wild child, mother, nurse, wife, farmer, trucker, educator, and a...
Philip J. Klun
Jun 30, 2024
Philip J. Klun, age 82, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 30, 2024, surrounded by his loving family and wife Marcia. He was born on April 2, 1942, in Ely, Minnesota, to Anton and Julia (Pishler) Klun. Phil was a man of integrity and deep devotion to his family.
Phil's life was marked by a commitment to service and adventure. He...
Ruth Elizabeth McNeill
Jun 29, 2024
Sun Prairie- Ruth Elizabeth McNeill peacefully passed away at her Sun Prairie home on Friday, June 29, 2024 at the age of 94. She was the daughter of Stephen and Mary Doyle, and united in marriage to David McNeill on January 20, 1951 in Highland, WI. Ruth deeply loved her 10 children and her growing family of grandchildren and great...
Louise Maier
Jun 29, 2024
Maier, Louise (Kalscheur)
Waunakee/Cross Plains – Louise Maier, age 85, died on Saturday, June 29th. She was born December 8, 1938 in Cross Plains, the daughter of Leo (Buddy) and Margaret (Esser) Kalscheur. Louise married Edwin Maier on May 5, 1959 at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Cross Plains.
She was employed by the Wisconsin Dept. of Public Instruction, Division for...
John W. Eichenseher
Jun 28, 2024
John Walter Eichenseher, age 78, finished his remarkable life journey on June 28, 2024, after a long struggle with Alzheimer’s disease.
He was born and raised in Valparaiso, Indiana. He lost his father at the age of two, and was raised by his mom, who struggled to make ends meet. Inspired by his high school math teacher, he participated in Indiana...
Steve Evans
Jun 26, 2024
We said our final goodbye to Steve Evans on June 26, 2024. He was born May 15, 1953, to Joan (Zeier) and Don Evans.
Gifted with deep faith, a keen intellect and perseverance he accomplished many of his life goals. In addition to Steve’s role at Evco Plastics he had a passion for mining, was a lifelong wrestling enthusiast, all while...
Erma "Ione" McManus
Jun 24, 2024
Erma Ione McManus, age 94 of Madison, WI. passed away on Monday, June 24, 2024 at Nazareth Health and Rehabilitation Center in Stoughton, WI.
Ione, as she preferred to be named, was born on June 27, 1929 in Madison to Ralph and Nettie (Hall) Philumalee.
She was married to Florian M. Stamm on December 21, 1946 in Dubuque, Iowa. She was then,...
Timothy James Walterscheit
Jun 23, 2024
Stoughton- Timothy James Walterscheit, born on November 7, 1946, son of John Henry Walterscheit and Helen Elizabeth Onken in Monona, Wisconsin, passed away June 23, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. A father, grandfather, and husband, Tim lived a life full of adventure and service. From a young age, Tim was drawn to the sea. His journey began as a...
M. Melsean Wittenberg
Jun 23, 2024
The family of (Mildred) Melsean Wittenberg is saddened to announce her passing on 23 June 2024. She was our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. Melsean is greatly missed by her son, Dr. Wayne (Carol) Wittenberg, daughters Melsean Wittenberg, Laurel (Terry) Hunt; grandchildren Katie (Nic) De La Vega, David Hunt, Barbie and Greer Wittenberg, and Seth (Tracy) Uschuk;...
Marilyn Elaine Healey
Jun 22, 2024
Sun Prairie- Marilyn Elaine (Wright) Healey, age 95, passed away on Saturday, June 22, 2024, at Prairie Gardens Assisted Living in Sun Prairie, WI. Marilyn was born in Davenport, Iowa, on August 10, 1928, to Loyal Luther Wright and Lura Madissa (Holsapple) Wright. Marilyn graduated from Central High School in Davenport, Iowa. She was united in marriage to Austin A....
Thomas E. Buchhauser
Jun 21, 2024
Thomas E. Buchhauser died in Madison on June 21, 2024, after a long illness. He was born in Chicago on October 11, 1939, to Roy Andrew Buchhauser and Bessie (Evans) Buchhauser. Although he was an only child, he grew up two houses away from four cousins who were as close to him as siblings.
Growing up in the Welsh church, Tom...
William C. Miller
Jun 21, 2024
William (Bill) C. Miller, age 76, born on January 20, 1948 -June 21, 2024 in Middleton WI.
William (Bill) C. Miller passed away peacefully on June 21, 2024 at Middleton Village Nursing and Rehabilitation from dementia and other complications.
Bill was born on January 20, 1948 to Harold and Eileen (Henthorn) Miller in Richland Center, WI. Bill grew up there and graduated...
Kathleen T. "Kathy" Shelton
Jun 21, 2024
We are not sure where she got all of her energy, but everyday with her youthful spirit our Mom supported what she truly loved: her family, education, and her faith.
Kathleen (Kathy) Thurston was born in Chicago on July 29, 1944, to John Edward and Catherine (Angsten) Thurston. Their family grew to include her younger brother, Thomas (Tom).
Kathy’s family moved to...
Frances E. McKenzie
Jun 21, 2024
On June 21, 2024 Frances E. McKenzie, loving mother of five children, passed away at the age of 93. She was born in 1931 to Owen and Agatha (Dederich) Wilcox. Frances was a lifelong resident of Madison, attended Central High School, and married David G. McKenzie in 1949. He later died in 1973.
Frances worked many years at Poole's Supper Club...
Erma Kessler
Jun 20, 2024
Sun Prairie- Erma Kessler, age 93, passed away on Thursday, June 20, 2024 at Oak Park Skilled Nursing.
A private graveside service will be held in Kroghville Cemetery.
A special thank you to the nurses and staff of Oak Park and Agrace HospiceCare Inc. for their care and compassion.
Please share your memories of Erma by posting in her Guestbook.
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