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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.
Joan Leslie Kerlow
Oct 28, 2024
Joan Leslie Kerlow passed away on Monday, October 28, 2024, in Madison, Wisconsin, after battling an intestinal infection.
She was born on October 1, 1935, in Chicago, IL, where she was raised. She is the daughter of Ida and Alex Cohen.
Joan studied social work at Roosevelt University and worked in real estate and property management, before serving for many years as...
William "Bill" L. McNurlen
Oct 27, 2024
Madison – William “Bill” L. McNurlen, age 95, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday October 27, 2024. He was born February 23, 1929, in Richland Center to the late Max and Blanche (Jones) McNurlen. Bill served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War as an Military Police Officer(MP) and played on the U.S. Army basketball team...
Moira Philomena Donnelly
Oct 27, 2024
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It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our mother Moira Donnelly (84), who departed peacefully on October 27, 2024 in Madison, WI surrounded by her family.
Born in 1940, Moira grew up in Kinghorn, Scotland. While attending St. Columba’s High School in Cowdenbeath,...
Doug Ayers
Oct 27, 2024
Douglas Ayers, age 81, of Sun Prairie, passed away on Sunday, October 27, 2024 at home. Doug was born in the Town of Milford, New York, the son of Glenn and Elizabeth Ayers. He graduated from Milford Central High School in 1961, furthering his education with degrees in Accounting from the State University of New York at Delhi and Business...
Jerry Mueller
Oct 25, 2024
Gerald Ronald Mueller, known fondly as “Jerry”, age 83, of Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 25, 2024. Born on July 20, 1941, in Blue Island, Illinois, Jerry was the son of Walde and Joann Mueller. At a young age, the family moved to Hustisford, Wisconsin, where they embraced life on “beautiful and historic Lake Sinnissippi.” Jerry...
Joseph Engels
Oct 24, 2024
Stoughton – Joseph Engels, age 75, of Stoughton, passed away on October 24, 2024 at St. Mary’s Hospital. He was born on October 29, 1948 in Stoughton, the son of Robert and Rosella Engels.
Joseph graduated from Stoughton High School in 1967. He would go on and graduate from University of Wisconsin La Crosse in 1972 with a Bachelor’s of Science....
Connie E. Maxwell
Oct 24, 2024
Connie E. Maxwell, age 82, of Madison, passed peacefully to her eternal resting place on October 24, 2024 at Oakwood Village East. She was born on February 7, 1942 in Manhattan, Kansas and grew up in Kewanee, Illinois. She received her master’s degree in Speech Pathology from the University of Iowa and worked in that capacity for several years. She...
Ann Friedley
Oct 24, 2024
Ann Friedley, age 90, was called home to God on Oct. 24, 2024. A graveside service will be held at 11am Oct. 30, 2024 at Oak Hill Cemetery, North Freedom, WI. All are welcome.
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Alina Sadowski
Oct 23, 2024
Mrs. Alina (Bagienska) Sadowski, age 80, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2024, in Madison, Wisconsin. She was born on April 27, 1944, in Kułakowszczyzna, Belarus to John and Stanisława Bagienski. She married Frank Sadowski on October 4, 1964, at Kościół Mariacki in Słupsk, Poland.
Alina was born near the end of World War II in rural Belarus and lived life...
Mary Cartusciello
Oct 23, 2024
Mary Cartusciello, age 84 of Madison, passed away suddenly on October 23, 2024. She was born on April 28, 1940, in Mauston, WI.
Mary worked for the Dane County Register of Deeds in Madison for over 15 years. She retired from the County, and later worked part-time at Great Lakes Higher Education Corporation.
Mary was a talented piano player. She played the...
Laverne G. Joosse
Oct 23, 2024
Laverne G. Joosse, age 102, passed away on Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at Heritage Senior Living in Middleton, WI surrounded by her children. She was born on December 27, 1921 in rural Oostburg, to the late William and Mary (Dulmes) Van Ess. She graduated from Oostburg High School in 1939 and attended Sheboygan Business College. She worked as the first...
James Patrick Koltes
Oct 23, 2024
James Patrick Koltes , 89 of Waunakee, was born December 10, 1934, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison, WI, to Harry and Lillian (Oncken) Koltes. He grew up in Waunakee, WI, when its population was barely 1000. Little Jimmy would often walk down the street to visit with his grandmother Josie Koltes. He cherished chatting with her about family and...
Frank Carlos Lopez Rosario
Oct 23, 2024
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MADISON – Frank Carlos Lopez Rosario, age 53, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2024, surrounded by family and friends after a long and courageous battle. He was born on September 21, 1971, in Rio Piedras (Hato Rey), Puerto Rico, to Frank Lopez Soto and Lydia Esther Rosario Rivera. Frank Carlos grew up with his beloved sister, Glorily Alexandra Lopez...
James "Jim" H. Underkofler
Oct 22, 2024
James “Jim” H. Underkofler, 77, passed away on October 22, 2024, at Edgerton Hospital following a lengthy illness. He was born on September 13, 1947, to James R. and Dorothy A. Underkofler.
Jim lived in the Madison area most of his life, but also spend time in California where his son lived. He loved music and was a member of the...
Sol "Poppi" Blumenfeld
Oct 22, 2024
Sol "Poppi" Blumenfeld, a cherished member of the Madison, Wisconsin community, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2024. Born on May 28, 1925, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Sol grew up in Wausau, Wisconsin. His family owned and operated a fruit and vegetable market there, and Sol grew up understanding the values of hard work and responsibility. Like many of his peers...
Judith A. French
Oct 21, 2024
Judith A. (Borquist Lien) French, passed away at the U.W. Hospital on Monday October 21, 2024 at the age of 85. She was born on May 4, 1939 in Madison, Wisconsin, the daughter of Harold and Charlotte Borquist.
Judy was loved and admired by all who knew her and will be greatly missed by many. Judy won multiple awards for her...
Sharon Palumbo
Oct 20, 2024
Sharon Palumbo (Jacobson), age 63, of Stoughton, WI passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on October 20, 2024 at her home in Madison, WI. She was born on December 29, 1960 in Stoughton, WI, daughter of Palmer and Ellen (Nygaard) Jacobson.
Sharon is survived by her cherished daughters, Jourdan and Michaela Palumbo, from her marriage to Joe Palumbo, and her devoted...
Elizabeth Blumer
Oct 20, 2024
Elizabeth “Betty” Jane Blumer, age 88, passed away on October 20, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born to John and Catherine (Schroeder) Maly on October 4, 1936 in Middleton, the second youngest of 6 children. She attended school and graduated from Middleton High School, then went on to work at the Middleton Co-Op before working in the accounting...
Justin A. Keller
Oct 19, 2024
Justin Keller passed away on October 19th, 2024. He was born on February 2, 1982 in Stoughton, WI.
Justin moved to Lake Mills and graduated from Lake Mills High School. He returned to Stoughton and was proud to be a member of bags leagues at the Stoughton Bowling Alley where he made many friends. Justin was an avid collector of many...
Joan Rochelle Wright
Oct 18, 2024
Stoughton - Joan Klevickis Reiser Wright, 95 years old, passed away at Skaalen Nursing on October 18, 2024. Joan was born June 12, 1929, to Kazmira and Constantine Klevickis in Kenosha WI. She was preceded in death by her parents, all 9 of her siblings, husbands Adelbert Reiser and Harry Wright, son, Paul and step son-in-law Michael Iverson.
She was united...
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