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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.

Clarence "Ray" Jacobson

Clarence "Ray" Jacobson

Jul 11, 2021

COLUMBUS—Clarence “Raymond” Jacobson, age 84, passed away on Sunday, July 11, 2021.  He was born on May 21, 1937 in Madison to Clarence and Ruth (Javnaker) Jacobson.

Ray loved God and family; he was very active at West Koshkonong Church in Stoughton and Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Sun Prairie.  He enjoyed farming with his dad, mowing lawns,...

Jeane Buggy

Jeane Buggy

Jul 11, 2021

Jeane Buggy (Regina Maria Barry) passed away surrounded by her family at Agrace Hospice on July 11, 2021. She was born on September 8, 1930 to Joseph and Florence (McGovern) Barry, the 5th of 6 children. She was a proud south side Chicago girl who married a north side Chicago boy who had returned from WWII. Jeane and John...

John Capacio

John Capacio

Jul 10, 2021

Fitchburg - John Edward Capacio joined the cosmic collective on Saturday, July 10, 2021 after a months-long battle with cancer. He was born July 13, 1953, in Madison, WI to George (Joe) Capacio and Fae (Wells) Capacio.

John was a Madison resident for all but one year in exile in Janesville. He attended Madison Central High School...

Willis Long

Willis Long

Jul 10, 2021

Bill was a bright light in all of his friends’ lives. Quick-witted and sharp-humored, he was an excellent mentor and a terrific companion for a glass of wine (red preferred) or a meal. He taught for many years at the UW electrical engineering extension, where he traveled abroad teaching about power systems in Brazil, China, and beyond....

Jerome Jesberger

Jerome Jesberger

Jul 10, 2021

Jerome Francis Jesberger, age 82, of Sun Prairie, WI passed away peacefully on July 10, 2021. He was born on November 4, 1938, the son of Walter and Marcella Jesberger. He married Ute Suchomel on September 26, 1998.

He was a dedicated employee of Oscar Mayer for 40 years. He enjoyed spending time with his family, and...

Doris Maier

Doris Maier

Jul 8, 2021

Doris Maier, age 85, of Marshall passed away July 8th, 2021 with family by her side.

Doris was born July 21, 1935 to George and Lena (Laufenberg) Wagner in Middleton, WI.  She married Earl Maier on August 12, 1954 at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Ashton, WI.  They first farmed outside of Westport and then moved to...

Huina Zhen

Huina Zhen

Jul 7, 2021

Middleton:    HuiNa Zhen, age 79, passed away Wednesday, July 7, 2021 at University Hospital in Madison.  She was born November 28, 1941 in China the daughter of WeiHeng Zhen and Zhiyou Weng.  In June of 1966 HuiNa Zhen married Huixu Zhou in NanFeng, GangDong, China.

HuiNa was a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner for more than 30...

Jenna Baker

Jenna Baker

Jul 6, 2021

Baker, Jenna

Middleton:  Jenna (Vanden Brook) Baker, age 33 passed away on Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at University Hospital in Madison after a courageous battle with brain cancer.  Jenna was born March 31, 1988 in Madison the daughter of Mark and Julie Vanden Brook.  She married Jesse Baker on June 22, 2013 in Bedford, VA.

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Norma Brooks

Norma Brooks

Jul 6, 2021

Norma Aileen Brooks, age 93, passed away on Tuesday, July 6, 2021. Born on October 29, 1927 in northern Illinois, she was the first child of Bessie (Woodbury) and Martin Sassen. She had one brother, Duane. She married Lynndon A. Brooks on August 5, 1950 at the Osco Community Church in Osco, Illinois.

She graduated from Orion...

Michele Albert

Michele Albert

Jul 5, 2021

Stoughton- Michele Marie Albert, age 60, passed away on Monday, July 5, 2021.  She was born January 17, 1961 to Wayne and Myra Albert.  Michele graduated McFarland WI schools in 1979.  She went to University of Michigan Ann Arbor graduating with a degree in archeology.  After college Michele worked for University of Wisconsin until 1999 when she became a...

Ronald "Rex" Endres

Ronald "Rex" Endres

Jul 5, 2021

Ronald “Rex” Gerard Endres, age 64, of Waunakee, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, July 5, 2021.

Rex brought a rare warmth, energy and playfulness to those around him. His tireless and selfless care for his family, friends, and customers simply cannot be overstated. He was truly one of a kind and will be deeply missed by many....

William Jacobson

William Jacobson

Jul 4, 2021

William D. Jacobson, age 85, of Madison passed away on Sunday, July 4, 2021 at his home. He was born on December 5, 1935 in Madison, WI, the son of Irving and Minnie Jacobson. He married Lin Grant on July 14, 1979 in Mt. Vernon, WI. Bill graduated from Madison West High School and attended Parks College (E. St....

Janet Jewell

Janet Jewell

Jul 3, 2021

MADISON—Janet Jewell, age 94, passed away on Saturday, July 3, 2021.  She was born on August 11, 1927 in Madison to Peter and Cecelia (Kuehn) Kurth.

Janet is survived by her son David (Cindy) Jewell; daughter Vicki (Jim) Schulenburg; 10 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by her husband Warren, son Larry Jewell, 5...

Bernice Hall

Bernice Hall

Jul 3, 2021

Bernice Hall, age 64,  was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Bernice passed away at Agrace Hospice in Fitchburg, WI on July 3rd, 2021 while surrounded by family..

She was born to Joe and Lucille Hall on June 15, 1957. Bernice was raised by her parents in Chicago, IL and attended Wendell Phillips High School....

Mary Thiltgen

Mary Thiltgen

Jul 3, 2021

Mary Elizabeth Thiltgen, age 90, of Waunakee, formerly of Sun Prairie and Monroe, WI passed away on July 3, 2021 at Agrace Hospice Inpatient Care Facility. Mary was born on December 19, 1930 in Shullsburg, WI. The daughter of George and Florence (Mullen) Geyer; she married her husband, Vincent Thiltgen, in Shullsburg, WI on February 3, 1954. They were...

Dr. Richard Gilliland

Dr. Richard Gilliland

Jul 2, 2021

Appleton – Dr. Richard L. Gilliland, age 87, passed away with his wife by his side on Friday, July 2, 2021, at his home in Appleton. He was born in Akron, Ohio, on May 26, 1934, the son of Clyde and Agnes (Syverud) Gilliland. While at a very young age, he and his family moved to Madison, Wisconsin. He...

Lorraine Crozier

Lorraine Crozier

Jul 2, 2021

Lorraine Evelyn Mae Crozier, age 89, passed away on Friday, July 2, 2021 at her home in Sun Prairie, WI. She was born on January 6, 1932 in Grover, WI to Carl and AlFreda (Sterzing) Schroeder.

Lorraine received her diploma from Peshtigo High School in 1949 but was unable to make the graduation because she had the...

Bonnie Whiting

Bonnie Whiting

Jul 1, 2021

Madison – Bonnie Mae Whiting, age 80, of Madison, passed away Thursday, July 1, 2021. She was born in Richland Center, WI., on September 4, 1940, the daughter of Leonard and Mildred (Kerns) Hartman. Bonnie grew up in Madison in the Bush neighborhood. She talked about what hardships and wonderful times she had.

She is survived by...

Barbara Patton

Barbara Patton

Jul 1, 2021

Barbara Kay Patton, age 73, passed away Thursday, July 1, 2021 at home with her family by her side.  She was born November 11, 1947 in Madison, WI to the late Royal and Mary Torgerson.  She married Anthony Patton in Madison on September 3, 1966.   Barbara and Anthony raised their 4 children on Madison’s westside.   Barbara loved her family...

John Nowick

John Nowick

Jul 1, 2021

John B. Nowick, 79, passed away on Thursday, July 1st, 2021 in Madison, WI. He was born July 14th, 1941, in Chicago, IL, the son of John C. and Anne M. (Balkas) Nowick. He said he was a combination of both of his parents. His work ethic and commitment to family and friends came from his dad. His mother was a talented refined...

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