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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.

Kathleen Ann Zwank

Kathleen Ann Zwank

Mar 6, 2025

Kathleen Ann (Rezachek) Zwank, born in Two Rivers, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2025`.

Kathy’s life was defined by her love for family, friends, and fun. Above all, she was a devoted mother to three energetic boys, pouring her heart into raising them while working overnight shifts as a respiratory therapist and later in home healthcare. She was also...

Mary E. Pritchard

Mary E. Pritchard

Mar 6, 2025

Mary's funeral service will be live-streamed. Please click on the link to register and view the service:

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Mary Elizabeth (Conrad) Pritchard, age 67, of Madison, Wisconsin, passed away in a tragic car accident on Thursday, March 6, 2025.

Mary was born on August 3, 1957, in Clarinda, Iowa, as the youngest of four children to Gene and Zoila Conrad, with two sisters...

Marvin H. Glaser

Marvin H. Glaser

Mar 6, 2025

Attorney Marvin Harold Glaser, 92, passed away on March 6th, 2025, at Brookdale Middleton Stonefield. Marvin, son of Martha and Percy Glaser, was born on May 3rd, 1932, in Malden, Massachusetts.

Marvin graduated from Malden High School and then served in US Army. He attended the University of Massachusetts, Amherst where he was an active member of the fraternity Alpha Epsilon...

Devan Donahue

Devan Donahue

Mar 6, 2025

MADISON – Devan Sara-Ann Donahue decided she could no longer suffer with her OCD, depression and anxiety, caused by a traumatic brain injury (TBI) when she was nine. On March 6, 2025, Devan took her own life by gun. She was born at St. Mary’s Hospital on July 1, 1999, to Sara Sandberg (Tim Togstad) and John Donahue (Debora). Devan...

Frances Weinstein

Frances Weinstein

Mar 6, 2025

Frances Lipton Weinstein "Fran" passed away on March 6, 2025.   Fran was born in Burlington, WI in 1923, the daughter of Ida and Isaac Lipton. 

She excelled in school, enjoyed violin lessons, played with her high school orchestra, participated in the drama and gymnastic clubs. Frances was the valedictorian of her high school graduation class. She went on to study...

James T. Haried

James T. Haried

Mar 6, 2025

James “Jim” Truman Haried, 84, passed away March 6th, 2025 with family by his side. Jim was born and raised in Stoughton, Wisconsin on June 21st, 1940 and graduated from Stoughton High School in 1958. In 1960, he and Joann Brusegar were married.

Jim was a carpenter for most of his life, building many homes in the Stoughton area. After retiring,...

Herbert A. Hellenbrand

Herbert A. Hellenbrand

Mar 6, 2025

. Herbert “Herb” A. Hellenbrand, age 95, passed away on Thursday, March 6, 2025. He was born on June 13, 1929 in Waunakee, WI to Anton and Mary (Kalscheur) Hellenbrand. He married Elaine Jones on October 16, 1951. They were married for 56 years, and together, they raised five children.

Herb was a farmer at heart who turned those soil skills...

Eleanor K. Moffat

Eleanor K. Moffat

Mar 5, 2025

Eleanor “Kay” Moffat, dearly loved wife mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2025 at Hospice of the Valley in Glendale, AZ, surrounded by loving family. Kay was born on September 2, 1935 in Green City, MO, the daughter of Roy and Ann Luyster.

After graduating as valedictorian from Monroe City High School, Kay attended Central College in...

Donna G. Paradowski

Donna G. Paradowski

Mar 4, 2025

Donna Grace Paradowski, March 7, 1935 – March 4, 2025

Donna Grace Paradowski (Rybarczyk) passed away on March 4, 2025 in Madison, Wisconsin at the age of 89. Proceeded in death by her beloved husband Reginald (Reg) Paradowski and daughter-in-law Jackie Paradowski. Cherished mother of Cindy (Michael) Hennen and Reggie Paradowski. Proud grandmother of Brian and Amy Hennen and Crystal and...

Chun Yu Yu

Chun Yu Yu

Mar 4, 2025

Chun Yu Yu, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on March 4, 2025 peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love and warmth. Born on March 13, 1926, in Hsinchu, Taiwan, she was the cherished daughter of Fu-Hai and Shi-Mei Yeh. 

At the tender age of 16, Chun Yu met the love of her life, Chun Jung Yu. After graduating...

Sharon Larson Best

Sharon Larson Best

Mar 4, 2025

Sharon Larson Best (70) of Madison, WI passed away March 4, 2025 surrounded by loved ones after a courageous fight against cancer. Born June 22, 1954 in Sioux Falls, SD, Sharon and her family lived throughout the Midwest before settling in Milwaukee, WI. In 1966, Sharon and her family moved to Madison, where she remained and built her adult life.

Sharon...

Vernon James Olrick

Vernon James Olrick

Mar 4, 2025

McFarland – Vernon James Olrick, age 92, on Tuesday March 4, 2025, finally had his wish come true to join his wife Jo in heaven. Vernon was born May 29,1932, in Neshkoro, WI. He spent 49 years in the printing business as a pressman and stripper. Vernon proudly served his Country in the United States Army in Alaska during the...

Gang Xu

Gang Xu

Mar 4, 2025

Middleton: Gang Xu, age 54, passed away at home surrounded by family Tuesday, March 4, 2025. A visitation will be held Saturday, March 8, 2025 from 9:00 am until 12:30 pm at the Cress Center, 6021 University Ave., Madison, WI 53705. A time to share memories will begin at 9:30 am. 

Please share your memories at www.cressfuneralservice.com

Cress Center

6021 University Ave. Madison

(608)...

Elizabeth M. Schultz

Elizabeth M. Schultz

Mar 4, 2025

Evansville - Elizabeth (Liz) Marie Algrim Schultz, 95, passed away on March 4th, 2025.

She was born in Stoughton, Wisconsin on October 17, 1929. Her parents were Clara and Christian Algrim, farmers in Stoughton. She is preceded in death by her brothers Alf (Alice), Norman (Beth), and Christian (Marian) Algrim. She is survived by her loving nieces and nephews. Aunt Liz...

Joseph Roy Heggestad

Joseph Roy Heggestad

Mar 3, 2025

Joseph (Joe) Roy Heggestad was born on September 21, 1939, to Roy and Gertrude (Ingold) Heggestad in Madison, Wisconsin. Losing his father at a young age, Joe was an only child to a single mother working multiple jobs in the Madison area for most of his childhood, spending summers with his favorite uncle Freddie, on a farm between Monroe and...

Frederick K. Hiestand

Frederick K. Hiestand

Mar 3, 2025

Services are currently pending.  Please check back for a full obituary. 

Cress Funeral Service

3325 E. Washington Ave, Madison, WI 53704

608-249-6666

Carl H. Paddison

Carl H. Paddison

2025

Carl H. Paddison died on March 3, 2025. He was 79.

A long time sports enthusiast, he was an avid cross-country skier, bicyclist, and volleyball player. He loved both individual and team competitions; this included on line bridge and pool in later years.

Carl found joy in visiting his family crop farm on a yearly basis. It is situated in the small...

Barbara Ann Schwieso

Barbara Ann Schwieso

Mar 3, 2025

Barbara Ann Schwieso, a devoted and beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Monday, March 3, 2025. She was born in Marshfield on October 26, 1945 to the late Anthony and Dorothy (Koch) Hakl. She was one of seven siblings.

She had fond memories of growing up in Marshfield and enjoyed swimming and waterskiing while...

Susan Marie Taylor

Susan Marie Taylor

Mar 2, 2025

Susan Marie Taylor, née Carrion, of Waunakee, WI died on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at the age of 68 in Madison, WI. She was born on October 22, 1956 in Chicago, IL, to Regina "Virginia" Emilia Carrion and Raymond William Carrion.

Susan graduated from West Leyden High School in 1974 with a passion and talent for writing. After a successful career,...

Tatum Judson Schlough

Tatum Judson Schlough

Feb 28, 2025

Tatum Judson Schlough, age 25, tragically passed away on February 28, 2025 in Lodi, WI. He was born on March 18, 1999, in Madison WI. He was a bright light to those who knew him, with an infectious smile and the biggest bear hugs. A creator of music and lover of his grandma's pancakes.

Tatum is survived by his son (Gianni),...

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