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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.
Harold Fuhrman
Jan 7, 2019
On January 7, 2019, surrounded by his loving family, Harold H. Fuhrman passed away at Attic Angel Place Health Center in Middleton, Wisconsin. He was born on December 10, 1923, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, the son of Otto and Della Fuhrman. Harold was loved and admired by all who knew him for his intellect, sense of humor, and...
Allen Peterson
Jan 6, 2019
Marshall- Allen T. Peterson, age 74, passed away on Sunday, January 6, 2019 at his home. He was born in Fort Atkinson on June 5, 1944, the son of Thomas and Dorothy (Stenli) Peterson. Allen proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy during Vietnam and was stationed on the Coral Sea. He worked at General Motors in...
David Ziegler
Jan 6, 2019
David J. Ziegler, 72, of Baraboo, WI, passed away on January 6, 2019, at home. He was born on October 22, 1946, the son of George and Irma (Hanson) Ziegler. David was a Vietnam War veteran, enlisted as an air traffic controller in the Air Force from 1967 to 1971, and was honorably discharged as a staff sergeant....
Margaret Blanchard
Jan 6, 2019
Margaret Anne LaRock (Peg) Blanchard of Madison and Three Lakes, passed away January 6, 2019 at home after a year-long battle with uterine cancer. Peg was born May 31, 1941, the middle daughter of Charles and Norma LaRock of Oswego, NY. She graduated from St. Lawrence University, Canton NY in 1963. Peg married fellow SLU graduate and college...
Norma Swanson
Jan 6, 2019
Norma G. Swanson, age 82, passed away on Sunday, January 6, 2019 in the loving presence of her family. Her death follows a long struggle with Alzheimer's Disease. Norma was born on February 26, 1936 in Warren Township, Illinois to Charles and Helen (Toll) Beake. She was the fourth of twelve children. On January 8, 1955, Norma was...
Dolph Stanley
Jan 5, 2019
Madison: Dolph 'Jeffery' Stanley known to many as the 'Hamburger King,' died at the age of 77 on the 5th of January surrounded by family. He appeared on the planet February 11,1941, born to legendary Wisconsin basketball coach Dolph Stanley and Laura Jane Dial of Taylorville Illinois. Jeff was a larger than life character and had the ability...
Shawn Mayer
Jan 5, 2019
St. Paul, Minn. - Shawn David Mayer, age 43, passed away after a short illness on January 5th, 2019. He is preceded in death by his father, Dennis Wiggin; grandmother, Betty Mayer, cousin, Kristi (Mayer) Stockley. Shawn is survived by his Mother, Susan Mayer; grandfather, C. James Mayer; Uncle and aunt, Fred Mayer and Patricia Mayer; cousins, Eric...
Mary Elsner
Jan 4, 2019
Mary Elizabeth Elsner, age 53, of Sun Prairie passed away on Friday, January 4th 2019 ending her battle with cancer. She was born on September 14th, 1965 in Oak Park, Illinois, the daughter of Patrick and Elizabeth (Sue) O'Rell. The family moved to rural Richland Center, Wisconsin when Mary was two. She graduated from Viroqua High School before...
Clifford Kolberg
Jan 3, 2019
Clifford Paul Kolberg, age 97, passed away on Thursday, January 3rd, 2019 in Madison, Wisconsin. He was born on January 18, 1921 in the Town of Howe, Wisconsin. He was the son of Paul A. Kolberg and Anna P. (Heinrich) Kolberg. Married to Verabelle V. Baumann for 28 years. Married to Marie J. Burga in 1977 until her...
Mary Rognrud
Jan 3, 2019
Mary Louise Rognrud was born on August 8, 1921 to Grace (LaFont) and Adolph Abreu. She spent her early year in San Antonio, TX. Mary later moved with her mother and brother to St. Paul, Minnesota, where she met and married Roger T. Rognrud. They had one son, Roger R. Rognrud, formerly of Madison, WI. Mary lived for...
Keith Schultz
Jan 3, 2019
Madison - Keith Dennis Schultz, age 52, of Madison, passed away on January 3, 2019, after a long illness in the U.W. Hospital. He was born on February 7, 1966, in Devils Lake, North Dakota, the son of Jeanette and Dennis Schultz. Keith went to Bottineau Grade School and 1 year of Jr. College in North Dakota. He...
Virginia Salisbury
Jan 3, 2019
Virginia Ann Salisbury, age 92, passed away on Thursday, January 3, 2019. She was born in Madison on June 9, 1926, the daughter of Drs. H. Curtis and Eva F. Johnson. Virginia (Ginny) was a graduate of Madison West High School and later graduated with honors from the University of Wisconsin. She married Robert Charles (Bob) Salisbury on...
Susan Munson
Jan 2, 2019
MADISON - Susan N. Munson, age 89, passed away on Wednesday, January 2, 2019, at her home. Of the four children between Anthony (Tony) J. Nilles and Edna L. (Rummel) Nilles, (who were married in northern Michigan) they gave birth to Susan, their only daughter, on October 26, 1929, in Madison, WI. Susan moved several times during her...
Kathleen Nettesheim-Engel
Jan 2, 2019
SUN PRAIRIE-Kathleen Mary Margaret Nettesheim-Engel transitioned into Eternal Life on Wednesday, January 2, 2019. She was born on March 2, 1948 to the late Richard and Elenora Nettesheim in Pewaukee, WI. Kathleen graduated from Catholic Memorial High School in 1966 and received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from UW-Madison in 1976. She also received a Master's in...
Troy Hellenbrand
Jan 2, 2019
Waunakee/Westport-Troy M. Hellenbrand, age 56, passed away on January 2, 2019 in his home with his family by his side after a battle with cancer. Troy was born on August 16, 1962 in Madison to Thomas J. Hellenbrand and Sharon (Wipperfurth) Griesbach. Troy received an accounting degree from Marquette University in 1984 and a law degree from Fordham...
Deltah Niemi
Jan 2, 2019
Deltah Johanna Niemi, age 90, passed away on January 2, 2019 at Prairie Gardens Assisted Living facility, Sun Prairie WI. She was born in Virginia MN on September 6, 1928, the daughter of Frank Emil Biltonen and Hulda Johanna Biltonen (Maki). Hulda died when Deltah was 3 years of age and Frank married Frances Castren who raised Deltah...
Frederick Williamson
Jan 2, 2019
Oregon / Town of Dunn - Williamson, Frederick Oscar 1/4/1932-1/2/2019. Saginaw, MI. Beloved husband, father, and grandfather passed away peacefully in his sleep at his daughter's home in Oregon, WI. Fred was born in Laurium, Michigan to the late Ellen (Swanson) Williamson and Oscar Williamson. He married Katherine (Bentley) Williamson September 12th, 1959 in Hancock, MI, she survives...
Anna Ransom
Jan 1, 2019
Stoughton - Anna L. Ransom, age 102, passed away on January 1, 2019 at Sienna Crest in Oregon with her niece Margaret "Jean" by her side. Anna was born on November 25, 1916 in Aurora, NE, to Lester and Myrtle (Johnson) Caulkins. Anna married Raymond G. Ransom on March 7, 1946 in Grand Island, NE. Ray preceded her...
Mary Felly
Dec 31, 2018
MADISON--Mary E. Felly, age 58, passed away on Dec. 31, 2018, at Meriter Hospital. She was born on Feb. 7, 1960, to John and Dolores (Phillips) Beicher in Racine. Mary was united in marriage to John Felly in 1991. She enjoyed gambling, traveling, and Hallmark movies. Mary is survived by her husband, John; and brothers, Robert Beicher of...
Thomas Kepler
Dec 31, 2018
DANE-Thomas Wayne Kepler, age 78, passed away at his home on December 31, 2018. He was born on February 13, 1940, in Madison, the son of Rollin and Rose (Joyce) Kepler. Tom attended Central High School and in 1958, he enlisted into the United State Marine Corps. He served his country for three years and was honorably discharged...
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