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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.
Diane Shawl
Nov 13, 2019
Diane Louise Churchill Shawl, 68 of St. Germain, passed away November 13, 2019. Diane L. C. Shawl was born in Milwaukee WI, Diane Louise Reuter to Joan Elizabeth Reuter and Maurice Jerome Reuter, Jr., on May 28, 1951. She is the oldest of five children. Her siblings are Richard (Debra) Shawl of Rhinelander WI, Theresa (James) Taylor of...
Julie May
Nov 13, 2019
Julie Ann May, age 53, of Middleton, WI passed away on November 13, 2019 at UW Health University Hospital in Madison, WI. Her final days were spent peacefully, surrounded by family and friends she had touched throughout her life. Julie was born on May 29, 1966 in Duluth, MN, to the proud parents of Marilyn Chell and Danny...
Sandra Ramer
Nov 12, 2019
Madison-Sandy Ramer, 78, passed away peacefully listening to Bob Dylan, at Sauk Prairie hospital on November 12th after a brief, unexpected illness. She was born on October 11, 1941 in Bridgeport, Connecticut and grew up in Eau Claire Wisconsin. She was a graduate of UW-Eau Claire in 1962 and enjoyed a career as a reporter in various cities...
Jean Jesse
Nov 12, 2019
SUN PRAIRIE--Jean E. Jesse passed away on Tuesday, November 12, 2019 at the age of 92 years. She is survived by her husband of 70 years, Elmer; children Mary (Joe) Hovel, Patricia Jesse, and Jim Jesse; grandchildren Mary Jo (Jack) Hedenberg, Rachel Hovel and Mark Hovel; great-grandchildren Elizabeth and Michael Hedenberg; and sister Dolores East. Jean is preceded...
Carol Pudlas
Nov 11, 2019
LODI-Carol J. (Stukenberg) Pudlas, age 75, died November 11, 2019 at home in Lodi surrounded by her family. She was born October 14, 1944 in Forreston, Illinois to Arnold & Violet (Wilde) Stukenberg. Carol graduated from Forreston High School in 1962. She then attended Sterling School of Beauty and Culture graduating in 1963. She married Paul C. Pudlas...
Darrin Amacher
Nov 10, 2019
DANE/DEFOREST-Darrin A. Amacher, age 39, passed away unexpectedly on November 10,2019. Darrin loved bow hunting with his son, James and fishing with his girls, Abby and Bianca. Darrin was a loving husband and father who loved everything outdoors. Darrin grew up in Dane and Lodi. He graduated from Lodi High School in 1999 and was a state conference...
Marcelle Fox
Nov 10, 2019
MADISON/SAUNEMIN, IL- Marcelle I. Fox, 90, of Madison, formerly of Saunemin, IL, passed away on November 10, 2019 at St. Mary's Care Center surrounded by her beloved family and loving caregivers. She was born in Tulsa, OK on November 10, 1929, the daughter of James and Anna (Ruddy) Henneberry. She spent her childhood raised on the grounds of...
David Heinze
Nov 9, 2019
MADISON David J. Heinze, age 62, of Madison passed away on the afternoon of November 9th, 2019. He was born on July 19th, 1957, son to Leon and Ruth Heinze, in Portage and a graduate of UW-Stevens Point. An avid outdoorsman and reader, he preached respect and responsibility for the world he sought to explore. David is survived...
Denise Haried
Nov 9, 2019
Stoughton- Denise Gjermo Haried, age 53, passed away at her home on Saturday, November 9, 2019. She was born in Stoughton on November 29, 1965, the daughter of Dale and Mary Gjermo. Denise graduated from Stoughton High School in 1984, and from MATC in 1987 with an Associate's Degree in Veterinary Medicine. She worked as a Vet Tech...
Bruce Sprague
Nov 9, 2019
Alan Bruce Sprague Bruce was born on April 23, 1949 in Merrill, WI. He lived there all through his school years. He married Carol Belke Johnson on July 11, 1980 in Wisconsin Rapids, WI. Bruce loved people and volunteering. He volunteered for downtown Sun Prairie, Sun Prairie Farmers Market, and the American Red Cross. He especially enjoyed all...
Joel Covey
Nov 8, 2019
A beautiful soul left us on November 8th, 2019, at age 79. My husband Joel, father of my three children; Diane, Brian and Michael, began his final journey home where he was greeted by his brother, Chris, and his father, Larry. He leaves behind his beautiful and talented granddaughter Charlotte, who brought him great happiness, his brother Jim...
Frank Piraino
Nov 8, 2019
WAUNAKEE-Frank Piraino, 93 years of age, was born on December 24, 1925, in LaSalle, IL and died after a long battle with cancer on November 8, 2019, in Waunakee, WI. Although Frank died of complications due to his cancer, his love of live allowed him to enjoy five more years of quality life than was predicted. He died...
Mary Ketterer
Nov 6, 2019
Mary Isabelle (Doyle) Ketterer, born September 23, 1943, passed away peacefully at home on November 6, 2019. She was the daughter of Frank and Isabelle Doyle. She married Roger Ketterer in 1966. Roger passed in 2000 and Mary is now reunited forever with him. Mary was born in Madison, but grew up in Fennimore, Wisconsin. Upon graduating from...
Sylvia Robertson
Nov 6, 2019
Sylvia Marie (Blue) Robertson died Wednesday, November 6, 2019. Born September 18, 1931 in LeMars, Iowa to Arthur and Mary (Wallace) Blue, she is survived by her loving children, Sara Ben-Ami and Janet (Mark Blavat) Robertson; grandchildren, Ora (Peleg) Lotan and David Ben-Ami; great grandson Ziv Lotan; siblings Margaret Blue, Helen (William) Holder, and Kathryn Blue; and other...
Michael Nguyen
Nov 5, 2019
Michael "Mike" L Nguyen, age 32, passed away on Tuesday November 5, 2019 in Sparta, WI. He was born February 19, 1987 to Hiep Nguyen and Trang Le in Sacramento, CA. Mike married his wife Michelle Phillips on May 28, 2010 in Orange County, CA and they had a beautiful daughter together. Mike was an amazing person. He...
Betty Rayburn
Nov 5, 2019
Rayburn, Betty L. Madison: Betty Louise Rayburn, age 97, died Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2019. She was living at All Saints Memory Care on Madison's west side. Betty was born in Toledo, Ohio, and graduated as valedictorian from Clay High School in Oregon, Ohio. She also graduated from Davis Business College, Toledo, Ohio. Betty lived and worked in Toledo,...
Jane Riggert
Nov 4, 2019
Madison - Jane Ellen Riggert, age 72, of Madison, passed away on November 4, 2019, at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on August 12, 1947 in Reedsburg, Wisconsin, the daughter of Robert and Alice Riggert. She married Doug Thompson on December 22, 1972 in Reedsburg, Wisconsin. Jane attended UW- Madison, UW-Whitewater, and graduated as...
Heather Thomas
Nov 4, 2019
Madison-Heather Elise Thomas (nee: Hohler), 68, of Madison passed away on Tuesday, November 4, 2019 at the home with her devoted husband by her side. She was born July 27, 1951 in Dodgeville to the late Eugene and Joanne Hohler. Heather married Eddie Thomas on January 15, 1992 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Heather worked for the state for...
Philip Corriveau
Nov 4, 2019
Philip Alfred Corriveau- "Phil" passed away on November 4, 2019, at the age of 66. He was born November 11, 1952, in Milwaukee, WI, the son of Alfred and Gloria (Stockero) Corriveau. He leaves behind his love, Marsha (Marcy) Parker, and a great legacy to public radio and to human kindness, strength, goodness, positivity and courage. Phil, a...
Norma Weiler
Nov 3, 2019
MADISON-Norma Jean Weiler was born on 4/15/1942 In Manona, Iowa at home on a small family farm. She had many journeys in her life, and on November 3, 2019 departed on her final journey after battling congestive heart failure for over 15 years. Throughout her colorful life Norma accomplished many things. She graduated from Loyal High School in...
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