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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.
Betty Redmond
Aug 5, 2024
Betty Redmond, age 97, passed away on Monday August 5th, 2024, at home in Madison. She was born on September 8th, 1926, in La Crosse, WI, the daughter of Effie Peck and Russell McNeill.
Betty spent her early childhood in the La Crosse, WI area with her family, moving to Oregon, WI when she was a teenager. Betty attended Madison West...
Larry L. Wopat
Aug 5, 2024
It is with great sadness that I share the passing of my father, Larry Wopat. Larry peacefully passed away on Monday, August 5, 2024, at the age of 74. He was a generous and caring man who would do anything for anyone.
Larry’s passion for his hot rod will forever be remembered. He is survived by his son Daniel (Valerie) Wopat,...
Elizabeth A. Aldrich
Aug 4, 2024
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Elizabeth (Betty) Aldrich passed away on August 4, 2024 at the age of 92. She was born with a heart for travel and adventure on January 5, 1932, one of six children of Augustus and Anna (Ericsson) Kingsbury, who met on a train platform and began their married life near...
Shelva J. Mathews
Aug 4, 2024
No services will be held. You are welcome to share a tribute on Shelva's wall.
Cress Funeral & Cremation Service
3325 E. Washington Ave, Madison, WI 53704
608-249-6666
William R. Risley
Aug 3, 2024
William R. Risley, 82, of Memphis, previously of Madison, Wisconsin, passed away August 3, 2024 at Baptist Reynolds Hospice House.
Born in New York City, Will was the son of Harriet Bisbee and Edward Plunkett Risley. His family moved to Westchester County, New York, in 1947. A proud graduate of Horace Greeley High School in Chappaqua, he began his college studies...
Barbara Berger
Aug 3, 2024
Barbara Berger, aged 90, died unexpectedly on August 3, 2024, in Madison, Wisconsin, in the home she had shared for 30 years with her recently deceased husband. She is survived by her brothers Charles Decker (Carol) of Sedona, Arizona; Herbert Decker (Dru) of Henderson, Nevada; Thomas Wilkinson (Bobbie) of Hamilton, Virginia; sister-in-law Terri Wilkinson (widow of brother Peter Wilkinson) of...
Timothy Charles Bast
Aug 3, 2024
On Saturday, August 3, 2024 Timothy Charles Bast, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend passed away surrounded by his wife, children, and daughters-in-law.
Tim was born on March 4, 1954 to Fredrick and Bernadette Bast in Madison, Wisconsin. Tim married Brenda Weihert on May 19, 1979. She was the love of his life and he was dedicated to loving and...
Betty L. Crawford
Aug 3, 2024
Betty Crawford unexpectedly passed away on August 3, 2024, at home. She was born on June 5, 1961, in Madison, WI to Dorothy & Richard Dushack. She was married November 9, 1996, to Carl Crawford and they had a son Noah (Deanna Hyde) Crawford, stepchildren Carl & Kyle Hauser and Nichole Coleman.
Betty is survived by her parents, husband, son, and...
Anita B. Koehler
Aug 2, 2024
Anita Byrl Koehler, age 96, passed away Friday, August 2, 2024. Anita was the eldest of five children born to the late Robert and Esther Brigham. She was born in St Mary’s hospital, Madison on May 7th 1928. Anita attended Frank Allis Grade school and East High.
Anita lived in the Madison area all her life raising three children with her...
Raymond Gale Ropers
Aug 1, 2024
It is with great sadness that we acknowledge the passing of Raymond Gale Ropers on August 1st, 2024. Born on November 18, 1943, Ray lived a life of integrity, generosity, and altruism. His life was inspiring to those around him, including his wife, Rosa, children Julie (Jeff), Rebecca (Tom), Kathy (Dale), Deb, and Dan (Eugenia), and grandchildren Stephanie, Ashlyn, Scott,...
Mary Ellen Esser
Jul 31, 2024
Mary Ellen Esser, age 101, passed away peacefully on July 31, 2024.
Mary was born on September 9, 1922, the daughter of the late David and Eva (Clemens) Madigan. Mary was raised on a farm in Dane and graduated from Lodi High School with the class of 1940. She graduated from the Milwaukee School of Beauty Culture in June of 1941.
She...
Jeanette Alice Cianciolo
Jul 31, 2024
Jeanette A Cianciolo age 94 passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison WI. She was born in Milwaukee on December 12, 1929, the daughter of Albert and Gertrude Schloemer. Jeanette married John Cianciolo on May 1, 1948.
Jeanette is survived by her three children, Susan (Dave) Swofford, Mark (Caryl) Cianciolo, and Mary Jo (Wynn)...
Charles Edward Pluth
Jul 31, 2024
Charles Edward Pluth, age 86, of Madison passed away on Wednesday July 31, 2024, at Agrace Hospice in Fitchburg, WI. Charles was born on September 19, 1937, in Bismark, ND, the son of Frank and Anna Pluth. He married Mardella Hoerauf on May 19, 1961, in Spokane, Washington.
Although Charles was born in Bismark, ND he grew up in Hebron, and...
Nancy Ann Warner
Jul 31, 2024
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Nancy Ann Warner 67, of Madison, died peacefully on July 31, 2024. She was surrounded by family at her bedside.
She was born December 17, 1956, in Madison and was the daughter of James M. and Patricia M. Warner (McGuine). She attended Our Lady Queen of...
Robert Patrick Mernin
Jul 30, 2024
Robert Patrick Mernin passed away suddenly July 30, 2024 in his home. He was born March 13, 1939 to William Mernin and Mary Mernin (nee Collins) in the borough of Manhattan in New York City, the youngest of six children born to the couple. Robert was raised by his aunt and uncle after his mother's death. He served in the...
Dr. Sakthivel Prabakaran
Jul 30, 2024
Dr. Sakthivel Prabakaran, age 64 of Madison, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 30th, 2024 at home. He was born on January 23rd, 1960 in Virudhunagar, India, the son of Muthu and Rajam Sakthivel. He married Jansirani Chandrabose on October 29th, 1990 in Madurai, India.
He moved with his wife to Madison, WI after completing his PhD in Microbiology and worked...
Jon Elliot Smith
Jul 29, 2024
Jon Eliot Smith, a man of great character, humor, and boundless love, has gained his wings. He was a proud American who served his country with honor as a Marine, demonstrating a commitment to freedom that made him a true patriot. His dedication to his family was a cornerstone of his life, reminding us all how much family means.
Jon was...
Carol Lynn Spicer
Jul 29, 2024
Sun Prairie- Carol L. (Prosser) Spicer passed away Monday, July 29, 2024 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison. She was born in Milwaukee December 26, 1950. Carol graduated from Wauwautosa West High School in 1969. She attended Carroll College and UW Milwaukee. Her family was very musical, her mother a music teacher. They often harmonized and played music and games...
Thomas Dennis Carroll
Jul 29, 2024
Oregon- Thomas Dennis Carroll, age 87, passed away on July 29, 2024 at home in Oregon, Wisconsin following a series of health setbacks due to congestive heart failure. Tom’s was a peaceful death, he was surrounded by family and was supported by Agrace HospiceCare and Comfort Keepers during his final weeks. He was blessed with visits from his three children...
William Carl Hoppe
Jul 28, 2024
It is with heavy hearts and sadness that we had to say goodbye to our beloved husband, brother, father, father-in-law and grandfather on July 28, 2024.
Bill was 83 years old. Parkinson’s Disease attacked him slowly but surely.
Bill was a realtor and owned multiple investment properties, enjoying all the pleasure and hard work of being a great and kind landlord. He...
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