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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.
Kathryn Gray
Aug 3, 2018
Oxford/McFarland- Kathryn Gray "Kathy" age 62 of Oxford/McFarland passed away on Friday, August 3, 2018 surrounded by her family. She was born in Stoughton, WI on October 28, 1955. Kathy grew up in McFarland where she met the love of her life David Gray. Kathy owned Kaydee's Bakery in Westfield and was the bookkeeper for Dave's Drywall. She...
Elizabeth Frankwick
Aug 3, 2018
Stoughton / Marshfield - Elizabeth "Beth" Frankwick, age 69, passed away peacefully after a long courageous battle with cancer, at Agrace HospiceCare in Fitchburg on August 3, 2018. She was born on August 7, 1948 in Elkhorn, Wisconsin, daughter of the late Philip and Louise (O'Brien) McSorley. She is survived by her two children, Laura (Josh) Thompson and...
Myron Hauge
Aug 1, 2018
Stoughton - Myron "Mike" Carlton Hauge, 89, passed on August 1, 2018 at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin. Myron was born on July 12, 1929 in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. Myron was a firefighter in the US Air Force at Point Barrow Alaska and Larsen AFB Moses Lake, Washington. He was retired from the Dane County Regional Airport as...
Gilbert Dahmen
Aug 1, 2018
MARTINSVILLE / WAUNAKEE--Gilbert J. Dahmen, age 91. Gilbert became the family's newest guardian angel and joined the love of his life, when he passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 1, 2018, at the Waunakee Manor. He was born on Aug. 13, 1926, to Martin and Josephine (Maly) Dahmen. He was united in marriage to Mary Ann Bram, on Sept....
Kim Feldbruegge
Aug 1, 2018
Waunakee/Sun Prairie- Kim Marie Feldbruegge (née Hogan), age 62, of Sun Prairie, passed away on Wednesday, August 1, 2018. Kim was born on February 6, 1956 in Fairbanks, Alaska. On August 25, 1984 Kim married the love of her life Thomas Feldbruegge in Waunakee, WI. They had three daughters; Ashley, Allison, and April. Tom and her daughters meant...
Constance Grefsheim
Aug 1, 2018
STOUGHTON - Constance J. "Connie" Grefsheim, age 72, passed away peacefully on Wed Aug 1, 2018. She was born June 11, 1946 in Madison to the late Asaph and Beulah Allen. Connie was married Loren "Boney" Grefsheim. She owned East Benders Bar for many years, she was a hairdresser for 28 years, and later worked in the deli...
Helen Cook
Aug 1, 2018
Madison - Helen R. Cook, age 97, passed away on Wednesday, August 1, 2018, at Oak Park Place in Madison. She was born on August 9, 1920, in Chicago, IL, the daughter of Anton and Anna (Beran) Vacek. She is survived by her daughters, Holly Johnson and Diane Laurel; and her grandchildren: Valerie Walasek, Jennifer Walasek, Rebekah Rodriguez,...
Thelma Sutton
Jul 31, 2018
SUN PRAIRIE--Thelma G. Sutton, age 86, passed away on Tuesday, July 31, 2018. She was born on December 30, 1931 in Philipsburg, Quebec, Canada to Everett and Elizabeth (nee Maxwell) Bombard. Thelma was known for her contagious, positive outlook and for her ability to always think of others. Anyone who was fortunate enough to know Thelma was truly...
Beatrice Wright
Jul 31, 2018
Madison/Lawrence, Kansas - Beatrice Ann Wright, December 16, 1917-July 31, 2018. Beatrice A. Wright, Ph.D., played a leading role in changing social thought about the experience of people with disabilities and influenced social policy about their full inclusion into every domain of life. Her commitment to the personal dignity and human rights of all, regardless of their level...
Lester Zank
Jul 31, 2018
STOUGHTON - Lester C. Zank, age 95, passed away peacefully on Tue July 31, 2018 at his home in Stoughton. Lester was born on Aug 9, 1922 in Augusta to the late Conrad and Ruth Zank, the second of ten siblings. Lester served 4 years with the US army in the Phillipines during WWII. He received a bachelor's...
Daniel Hessman
Jul 30, 2018
Daniel Hessman, 54, of Verona, died suddenly of natural causes on Monday, July 30, 2018. He was born in Madison on December 21, 1963, the son of Hugo and Shirley (Sweeney) Hessman. Dan was a graduate of West High School. He was a talented chef and worked most of his life in the restaurant and catering business. He...
Beverly Duckwitz
Jul 30, 2018
Madison/Kent, Washington Beverly A. Duckwitz, 88, passed into Heaven on July 30, 2018, surrounded by family and friends. Beverly was born in Seattle, WA, August 25, 1929. As a child, she enjoyed activities with her extended family and skiing with her high school friends. She married and moved to Madison where she and her husband Bill raised two...
Marilyn L'Heureux
Jul 30, 2018
MADISON--Marilyn Jane (Stein) L'Heureux, age 91, of Madison, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2018, surrounded by her family. She was born on April 30, 1927 in Detroit, MI, daughter of Henry Meinard and Irmengarde Elizabeth (Schulte) Stein. A true middle child with 3 older and 3 younger brothers, she grew up to be a strong and self-sufficient...
Scott "Griff"
Jul 29, 2018
Stoughton- Scott Griffin "Griff" was surrounded with his loving family as he passed from this earth on Sunday night, July 29, 2018, after a courageous fight with cancer. Griff was born in Oceanside, CA on February 16, 1964 and after living in many states throughout his childhood, decided to make Stoughton, WI his home when he began making...
Jeffery King
Jul 29, 2018
Madison - Jeffery L. King, age 59, passed away on July 29, 2018, at the Villa in Middleton. He was born April 14, 1959, the son of Norbert Jr. and Evelyn (Gundlach) King. A full obituary will be published soon. Cress Funeral & Cremation Services 3610 Speedway Road Madison (608) 238-3434
Pang Vang
Jul 28, 2018
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Stephanie Lins
Jul 27, 2018
Stephanie Gail Lins, age 31, passed away on July 27, 2018. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, August 1, 2018 from 4:00-6:00pm at Cress Funeral Home, 3610 Speedway Road, Madison. Gail will be laid to rest in Georgia. Donations in Stephanie's honor may be made to the Humane Society www.humanesociety.org Cress Funeral and Cremation Service 3610 Speedway...
Haskell Fain
Jul 26, 2018
Born July 1, 1926 in New York City, Haskell Fain ("Hack") of San Rafael, CA (formerly of Madison, WI) passed away on Thursday, July 26, 2018 at the age of 92 from renal cancer. Hack was a philosophy professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison from 1956 to 1993 after earning his PhD from the University of California at...
Frederick Steinhauer
Jul 26, 2018
Madison - Frederick Charles "Fritz" Steinhauer, age 89, passed away peacefully on July 26th, 2018 at his home surrounded by his five children. Fritz was born October 6th, 1928, in Madison, WI to Rubert M. and Olive (Bruns) Steinhauer. He grew up in the Village of Maple Bluff, graduated from Wisconsin High School and Wartburg College in Waverly,...
Charles Hoefeyzers
Jul 26, 2018
Stoughton- Charles P. Hoefeyzers, age 72, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, July 26, 2018. He was born in Chicago, IL, the son of Joseph and Josephine Hoefeyzers. Charles is survived by his sister, Rosalie Perreault of North Carolina. He was preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Joseph. A Mass of Christian Burial will...
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