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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.

Jacob Lynn

Jacob Lynn

Apr 9, 2022

Jacob Ellis Schmitz Lynn, a beloved son, brother, and friend, passed away on April 9th, 2022 at the age of 25.

Jacob was born to Eric Lynn and Kate Schmitz Lynn on September 18, 1996. He attended Edgewood Campus School and High School in his hometown of Madison, WI, where he discovered a love for science, competed...

Judith "Judi" Jacobs

Judith "Judi" Jacobs

Apr 9, 2022

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Judi Jacobs passed away peacefully at UW Hospital on Saturday April 9th with her daughters, Jenni and Rachel, by her side.

She was born August 1, 1950 in Cedar Rapids, IA, the only child of Al and Lillian (Brazda) Kopecky.   One of her fondest childhood memories was doing a community theatre production...

Jose "Hoser" Menendez Iii

Jose "Hoser" Menendez Iii

Apr 9, 2022

Stoughton- Jose “Hoser” Menendez III age 75, gently took his leave on Saturday, April 9, 2022, passing peacefully at home in his own bed.  Jose was born in Tampa, Florida, April 4, 1947 to Beulah Catherine (White) and Jose Menendez, Jr.  He served his country bravely in Vietnam, doing three tours, '67, '68, '69, with the 173rd Army Airborne,...

Delores Wiemann

Delores Wiemann

Apr 8, 2022

DeLores Elaine (Steenblock) Wiemann, age 88, of Madison passed away peacefully April 8, 2022.

Born October 2, 1933, to Peter and Fannie (Decker) Steenblock in Belmond, Iowa. Oldest of 18 children, her grandparents Elzo and Lena Steenblock were her greatest influence in childhood. Married to Orville Wiemann, September 29, 1950, they celebrated 72 years of marriage and...

John Mcky

John Mcky

Apr 8, 2022

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John Scott McKy passed away at his home on April 8, 2022. Scott was born in Madison, WI on May 24, 1959, the son of Gale and Carol McKy. He was a 1977 graduate of Madison West High School and a 1982 graduate of the University of Wisconsin, Madison. By all accounts, Scott was a...

Barry Owens

Barry Owens

Apr 8, 2022

On Friday April 8, 2022 Barry Wayne Owens, loving husband, father and son went home to be with the Lord.

Barry was born on December 22, 1979 to his parents Vicky Kolnik and John Owens.

He was preceded in death by his father John Owens of Lucasville, OH, grandparents Wayne and Joyce Owens of Benton,...

James Conaway

James Conaway

Apr 7, 2022

James Robert Conaway, age 77 of Waunakee, passed from complications of pancreatic cancer on April 7, 2022, at home surrounded by his beloved family. Jim was born March 7, 1945, in Fostoria, Ohio, to Robert and Virginia (Nye) Conaway. Jim graduated from St. Mary’s High School Sandusky, Ohio in 1963 and the University of Toledo in 1968. He attended the University of...

William Kube

William Kube

Apr 6, 2022

MADISON - William John “Bill” Kube, age 55, of Madison, died on April 6, 2022, at St. Mary’s Hospital. Complications from diabetes and an infection took him away from us too soon. He will be greatly missed.

He was born August 27, 1966, in Watertown, WI, the son of John and Jacqueline (Hornickel) Kube. He graduated from...

Harold Leek

Harold Leek

Apr 5, 2022

McFarland - Harold R. Leek, age 81, of McFarland, WI, formerly of Dodgeville, WI, passed away on April 5, 2022, at Skaalen Nursing & Rehab Center in Stoughton, WI, after a long journey with heart disease.  He was born on March 13, 1941, in Ottawa, IL, the son of Mansel and Marion (Black) Leek.  The family moved to Stoughton,...

Jeanene Hauge

Jeanene Hauge

Apr 4, 2022

Deerfield- Jeanene Diane Hauge, age 75, passed away on Monday, April 4, 2022.  She was born in Stoughton on August 25, 1946, the daughter of George and Marian Hauge.  Jeanene attended school in Deerfield and earned her bachelor’s degree from UW Whitewater.  She was an active member of St. Paul Liberty Lutheran Church where she enjoyed playing the organ...

Patricia Polensky

Patricia Polensky

Apr 3, 2022

It is with great sadness that our family announces the unexpected passing of our daughter and sister, Patricia Ann Rivers (PAR) Polensky, age 62, on April 3, 2022. Patty was born on September 6, 1959, the oldest daughter of Carol (Evans) and Tom Rivers. She was baptized, confirmed, and married at St. John’s Lutheran Church.

She was...

Dennis Midthun

Dennis Midthun

Apr 3, 2022

Stoughton- Dennis Lee Midthun, age 74, went home to see Jesus on Sunday, April 3, 2022.  He was born in Stoughton on July 14, 1947, the only child of James and Ethel Midthun.  Dennis graduated from Stoughton High School in 1965 where he was involved in many activities.  He graduated from UW Madison with an Accounting degree.  Dennis enlisted...

Dr. Michael Becker

Dr. Michael Becker

Apr 3, 2022

Dr. Michael E. Becker passed away April 3rd, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin surrounded by his loving family. He was 72.

Michael was born on March 20, 1950 in Cincinnati, Ohio to Sheal and Lillian “Bibs” (Bluestein) Becker. He attended Walnut Hills High School and later studied philosophy at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. His studies took him to...

Joan Littel

Joan Littel

Apr 2, 2022

Madison - Joan L. Littel (Treptow), age 89 of Madison, passed away on April 2, 2022. She was born on March 16, 1933, the daughter of Sadie & Henry Treptow. She was married on November 6, 1954, to Delbert Littel in Janesville, WI.

She graduated from St.Mary’s Springs Academy in 1951 and graduated from St. Mary’s Hospital...

Frank Worzala

Frank Worzala

Apr 2, 2022

Madison – Frank Jude Worzala, 61, passed away on April 2, 2022.  He was born on May 1, 1960 in Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, the son of Frank Worzala and Diane Mary Chase Worzala.  We are so very grateful for the almost eighteen extra years we had with him, thanks to the incredible gift of life from his heart donor,...

Robert Karls

Robert Karls

Apr 2, 2022

It is with a deep sadness that we share that Robert (Bob) Clark Karls of Madison, WI passed away on April 2, 2022.

Bob was born on August 18, 1969 to Robert and Jean Karls in Binghamton, New York. Bob’s family moved to Waunakee, Wisconsin when he was 16 and he’s called Wisconsin home ever since. He...

Ruth Dobbratz

Ruth Dobbratz

Apr 1, 2022

Ruth A. Dobbratz, 97, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 1, 2022, at Oakwood Village East, Madison, WI.

Ruth Amanda Schwefel was born on July 8, 1924, in Watertown, WI, to Charles and Elsie (Born) Schwefel. She was baptized and confirmed in St. John’s Lutheran Church, Watertown, and attended St. John’s Lutheran Elementary School. After graduating from...

Jack Sprague

Jack Sprague

Apr 1, 2022

John Liddell Sprague (Jack), 84 years old, crossed to his eternal reward in the early morning of April 1st, 2022, unexpectedly from complications from Alzheimer’s disease shortly after acute onset of the stomach flu. Jack was born on March 23rd, 1938, in Massillon, Ohio, to Dr. John T. Sprague and Emily Liddell Sprague. His family moved to Madison, WI...

Willard Thurlow

Willard Thurlow

Apr 1, 2022

Willard Thurlow died peacefully at home 4/1/2022. He was born September 5th, 1918 to Harry and Ethel Thurlow. He married Constance Farwell, his wonderful partner of 57 years on June 30th, 1945, in Providence, RI. Connie passed away in 2002.

Willard received a BA from Brown University, summa cum laude, in 1939 and a PhD in psychology...

Daniel (Dan) Gerland

Daniel (Dan) Gerland

Apr 1, 2022

WAUNAKEE - After battling cancer, Daniel (Dan) Raymond Gerland, age 76, passed away peacefully with family by his side on April 1, 2022. The son of Raymond and Gladys (Olsvig) Gerland, Dan was born in Rice Lake, WI on June 29, 1945. He graduated from Rice Lake High School, a proud member of the class of ’63. He then attended the...

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