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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.
Lawrence Clarence Gontarek
Dec 10, 2024
Lawrence “Larry” Clarence Gontarek, ae 93, loving husband, father, papa and great-grandfather, passed away December 10, 2024, in Madison, Wisconsin. He was born on March 2, 1931, in Milwaukee, the only child of Joseph and Martha (Larkowski) Gontarek. Larry graduated from Pulaski High School in 1949 and attended UW Milwaukee and UW Madison.
He joined the U.S. Air Force during the...
Worth E. Tiffany
Dec 8, 2024
Visitation will be from 4-6:00 PM on Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at St. Paul's Liberty Lutheran Church, 3494 Oak Park Road, Deerfield. Visitation will continue from 10-11:00 AM on Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at St. Paul's Liberty Lutheran Church with a funeral service to begin at 11:00 AM. Worth will be brought to his final place of rest at Roselawn...
William Joseph Backes
Dec 8, 2024
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Madison, WI - William Joseph Backes, age 76, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 8, 2024 at Agrace Hospice Center. He was born in New London, Wisconsin on June 12, 1948, the son of Morgan and Jane Backes.
Bill received his BS in Nuclear Engineering from University of Wisconsin – Madison, and his associate’s degree in respiratory therapy from MATC....
Linda Gest
Dec 7, 2024
Linda Ann Gest, 71, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at home in Waunakee, WI. Linda was born in Madison, WI on June 19, 1953, to Robert and Wanda (Lipczynski) Swanson. Linda graduated from Madison East High School in 1971 and completed her associate’s degree in administration from Madison Area Technical College in the following years.
In 1974, Linda...
Surjit Kaushal
Dec 7, 2024
Surjit Kaushal, age 76, passed away Saturday, December 7, 2024. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 am on Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at the Cress Center, 6021 University Ave., Madison, WI 53705.
For those not able to attend Surjit's service in person, please register at the link below to view the service via live stream.
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Jim Towle
Dec 3, 2024
Stoughton- Jim Towle Sr., age 76, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at his home. He was born in Gary, Indiana on June 19, 1948, the son of Everett and Lucille Towle. Jim graduated from Edison High School in Gary, Indiana in 1966. Following his graduation, Jim served as a medic in the US Army, stationed in Germany....
David J. Schiefelbein
Dec 2, 2024
David J. Schiefelbein passed away peacefully on Monday, December 2, 2024 at Azura Memory Care in Stoughton, Wisconsin, lovingly surrounded by family. He was born in Madison, Wisconsin on October 17, 1953 to William and Dorothy (Thessin) Schiefelbein.
David attended McFarland Schools from kindergarten through high school graduation (1971). He was active in Boy Scouts, sports, band and choirs. Singing was...
Armond M. Gower
Dec 2, 2024
Armond M Gower of Madison, WI, passed away on 2 Dec ‘24. He was the son of Arthur and Myrtle Gower of Black River Falls, WI. He put a lot of living in his 92 years. He was an Aircraft Instruments Mechanic and served his country with distinction in the Air Force for 20 years, serving abroad in Korea, Vietnam,...
Barbara Sprenger
Dec 1, 2024
Despite her indomitable spirit and fierce determination, Barb lost her 3½ year battle with a rare and virulent strain of leukemia on Sunday December 1, 2024. Barb passed away, with her husband at her side, at Agrace Hospice Care, at age 69. Barb was born to Dr. Laurence Giles and Audrey Giles in San Francisco, CA on February 7, 1955....
Richard D. Hassler
Nov 30, 2024
In Loving Memory of Richard Dale Hassler
Richard Dale Hassler, known to friends and family as Rich, was a beloved father, grandfather, brother, son, and friend. He sadly passed away on the evening of November 30th after a fall outside his home in Madison, Wisconsin. He was 73 years young. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved...
Stanley L. Wilson, Sr.
Nov 30, 2024
Sun Prairie—Stanley L. Wilson, Sr., age 87, passed away on Saturday, November 30, 2024. Private services were held at Roselawn Memorial Park in Monona. In lieu of flowers or gifts, the family suggests donations to the veterans organization of the donor’s choice.
Cress Funeral Service
5801 Hwy 51, McFarland, WI 53558
608-838-0655
Andrea S. Kelling
Nov 30, 2024
Andrea “Andi” Kelling, age 78, of Middleton, peacefully passed away at home on Saturday, November 30, 2024, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. She was born on December 3, 1945, in Antigo, Wisconsin, the daughter of Wyman and Priscilla (Georgson) Suits.
Andrea attended Madison West High School and went on to obtain a degree in social work from the University...
Mark R. Biel
Nov 29, 2024
An obituary will be published soon,.
Cress Funeral & Cremation Service
3325 E. Washington Ave.
Madison (608) 249-6666
Please share your memories at www.cressfuneralservice.com
Jeanne C. Shiras
Nov 29, 2024
Jeanne Marie Clark Shiras, a passionate activist, devoted matriarch, and lifelong learner, passed away peacefully in her sleep on November 29, 2024, at the age of 96 in Madison, Wisconsin, surrounded by her loving family.
Born in 1928 in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, Jeanne lived a life characterized by curiosity, compassion, and a steadfast commitment to social justice. She graduated from Northwestern University...
Theresa Ann "Terri" Kamp
Nov 29, 2024
Theresa Ann “Terri” Kamp, 73, passed away Friday, November 29, 2024. She was born in Madison on October 16, 1951 to Rod Waldmann and Helen Nagel. She attended Madison Memorial High School and later, MATC. She was united in marriage to Steven Kamp on April 7, 1971 in Hawaii. Together they resided in Middleton for 45 years and were members...
Robert T. Reif
Nov 28, 2024
Robert Theodore Reif, age 91, was welcomed home to the Lord on Thanksgiving Day. He died peacefully at home, surrounded by his family.
Bob was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to Albert E. Reif and Cunera Van Heesch Reif. He lived in various small communities, then returned to Milwaukee at the age of 9 after his father's untimely death. Bob graduated from...
Douglas C. Zwank
Nov 28, 2024
Douglas (Doug) Charles Zwank passed away peacefully on Thanksgiving Day, at the age of 77. The timing feels fitting, as Doug was always someone who gave thanks for the many blessings and good fortunes in his life.
Doug was a Wisconsin man to his core - born there, lived there, died there. He grew up on the west side of Madison...
Vernon Donald Kallsen
Nov 28, 2024
Vernon Donald Kallsen passed away peacefully on November 28, 2024 at the age of 95.
Vern was born in Struble, IA on February 5, 1929 to Otto and Irene (Henrich) Kallsen. He was one of five children. He graduated from LeMars High School in 1946 and married his high school sweetheart Patricia Bohlke on February 9, 1952. Following high school, he...
Mary K. Piper
Nov 28, 2024
Oregon – Mary K. Piper, age 85, passed away peacefully on Thursday November 28, 2024 at Skaalen home. She was born January 9, 1939 in Leadmine, WI to the late Percy and DeEtta (Swift) Carter.
She married Charles Raymond Piper June 15, 1963 in Benton, WI. She worked as an X Ray Tech for more than 25 years.
Mary enjoyed rosemaling, bird...
Philys M. Clark
Nov 26, 2024
MADISON—Philys Marie Clark, age 91, passed away on Tuesday, November 26, 2024. She was born to parents Charles and Laura (Gilgen) Breitzke. She grew up and was very fond of Madison’s east side, and was a graduate of East High School, Class of 1950. She worked part time at Kresges Dime Store on the capitol square after her classes, and...
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