Ellen Roberts

Madison – Ellen Dean (Rabenhorst) Roberts (nee Busse), passed away on July 18th, 2021, in Madison, following a brief illness. She was born on July 20th, 1932, in Birchwood, WI to farmers Lee and Grace Busse.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her elder sister, Marjorie Robotka, of Birchwood; her first husband, Paul William Rabenhorst; and her second husband, Leigh Roberts.

She is survived by her sons, Paul Timothy Rabenhorst of Madison and Jesse Rabenhorst of Ocala, Florida; her sister, Nancy Robotka of Birchwood; and her three stepchildren, David (Pam) Roberts, Paul (Mary Jo) Roberts, and Carol (Steve) Troxell.

A memorial service will be held at Advent Lutheran Church, 7118 Old Sauk Rd, Madison, WI 53717. Services will be held on Saturday, September 25th, 2021 at 3:00 pm with visitation from 2:00-3:00 pm.

Memorial contributions can be made to Advent Lutheran Church.

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