Obituaries
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.
Dr. Reza Hafez
Aug 11, 2024
It is with deep sadness that we announce Dr. Reza Hafez, age 78, passed away peacefully on August 11th, 2024 at Agrace Hospice in Fitchburg, WI. He was born on October 12, 1945 in a rural village in the Khorasan province of Iran. The youngest of five children, he excelled in his studies and graduated first in his class at...
Peter R. "Pete" Weiler
Aug 10, 2024
Peter R. “Pete” Weiler Jr., beloved brother and uncle, peacefully passed away on his 82nd birthday, August 10, 2024. He was preceded in death by his sister Mary (Weiler Talbert Scheunemann) and parents Mary and Peter Weiler. He left behind two brothers, a sister and their spouses, Willis and Linda Weiler, James and Diane Weiler and Phyllis (Weiler) and Daniel...
John L. Gore
Aug 9, 2024
Stoughton – John Lee Gore was born in Marysville, CA. on March 16, 1954. He passed away at home in Stoughton surrounded by his family after a brief illness. John graduated High School in 1972. Following high school he went into the Marine Corp. He also was in the Army, Army National Guard. He retired with 27 years serving his...
Beatrix Fleer
Aug 8, 2024
MADISON – Beatrix Rose Fleer, age 95, passed away peacefully of natural causes on August 8, 2024, at All Saints Memory Care.
Born on November 20, 1928, in Aberdeen, Scotland, Beatrix is the daughter of Thomas and Annie Finlayson Clarkson. She met the love of her life, Paul Fleer while he was serving in the United States Army Air Corps during...
Ronald "David" Whitford
Aug 7, 2024
Ronald “David” Whitford, age 90, passed away on August 7, 2024 at the U.W. Hospital. He was born on April 10, 1934, in Mayville, Wisconsin, to Ronald and June (Woodhall) Whitford. He graduated from Mayville High School and Milton College. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He worked as a Civil Servant from 1960 – 1990...
Madeline "Rory" E. Savard
Aug 7, 2024
Madeline “Rory” E. Savard, age 19, of Sun Prairie, passed away on Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at their home. They were born on November 23, 2004 in Denver, Colorado, the daughter of Christopher and Ruth (Van Lanen) Savard.
“It is with an absolute broken heart that we share the loss of our sweet Rory on Wednesday. Rory was such a kind-hearted,...
Steven F. Schwartz
Aug 7, 2024
Steven F Schwartz of Cape Coral, FL (formerly Cross Plains, WI) passed away on 8/7/2024 surrounded by family. He was born 10/24/1950 in Madison, WI, the son of Harold and Mary Ann Schwartz. He married Karen Jacobson on 11/6/1971 in Middleton, WI.
Steve and Karen settled in Cross Plains, WI where they raised their children. Steve worked many jobs including landscaping,...
Arthur Budzak
Aug 7, 2024
Arthur Budzak passed away on Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at the age of 94. He was the oldest of five children, born at home on January 9, 1930 to Stella Marie (Michalsky) and Stanley Frank Budzak in Milwaukee, WI. He was a graduate of Pulaski High School. He served in the Air Force from 1950-54 during the Korean War. He...
Michelle M. Knuteson
Aug 5, 2024
Michelle M. Knuteson, age 38, passed away suddenly after coding in the ambulance on the way to a hospital.
She was born December 14, 1985, in Madison, WI. Michelle is leaving behind 5 children: Brooklyn, Kaitlyn, Dilyn, Rylyn, and Kylyn; two sisters Shannon Walker and Debra Olson; 2 brothers Charles Z. Knuteson and Devyn R. Westbury; her father Charles M. Knuteson;...
Terry Lester Wing
Aug 5, 2024
Terry Lester Wing born, September 25, 1945 went home to be with the Lord on August 5th, 2024. He is survived by his daughter Jennifer (Jim) Betancourt, son Jay (Lisa) Wing, grandsons Jim and Brandon (Laura) Betancourt, granddaughters Amber and Ashley Wing, great grandson Bowen Betancourt; and siblings Edward Wing and Robert (Judy) Wing.
Terry was a long-time member Heritage Congregational...
Jonathan R. Dulli
Aug 5, 2024
Jonathan Dulli, age 36, passed away suddenly in the course of a long illness on August 5, 2024 in Madison. He was born on April 6, 1988 to Douglas and Maria (Langeway) Dulli in Madison, WI.
Jon was a clerk at Neuhauser Pharmacy, a job he enjoyed greatly. He also enjoyed being with his dear cat Edward, as well as networking...
Betty Redmond
Aug 5, 2024
Betty Redmond, age 97, passed away on Monday August 5th, 2024, at home in Madison. She was born on September 8th, 1926, in La Crosse, WI, the daughter of Effie Peck and Russell McNeill.
Betty spent her early childhood in the La Crosse, WI area with her family, moving to Oregon, WI when she was a teenager. Betty attended Madison West...
Larry L. Wopat
Aug 5, 2024
It is with great sadness that I share the passing of my father, Larry Wopat. Larry peacefully passed away on Monday, August 5, 2024, at the age of 74. He was a generous and caring man who would do anything for anyone.
Larry’s passion for his hot rod will forever be remembered. He is survived by his son Daniel (Valerie) Wopat,...
Elizabeth A. Aldrich
Aug 4, 2024
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Elizabeth (Betty) Aldrich passed away on August 4, 2024 at the age of 92. She was born with a heart for travel and adventure on January 5, 1932, one of six children of Augustus and Anna (Ericsson) Kingsbury, who met on a train platform and began their married life near...
Shelva J. Mathews
Aug 4, 2024
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Cress Funeral & Cremation Service
3325 E. Washington Ave, Madison, WI 53704
608-249-6666
William R. Risley
Aug 3, 2024
William R. Risley, 82, of Memphis, previously of Madison, Wisconsin, passed away August 3, 2024 at Baptist Reynolds Hospice House.
Born in New York City, Will was the son of Harriet Bisbee and Edward Plunkett Risley. His family moved to Westchester County, New York, in 1947. A proud graduate of Horace Greeley High School in Chappaqua, he began his college studies...
Barbara Berger
Aug 3, 2024
Barbara Berger, aged 90, died unexpectedly on August 3, 2024, in Madison, Wisconsin, in the home she had shared for 30 years with her recently deceased husband. She is survived by her brothers Charles Decker (Carol) of Sedona, Arizona; Herbert Decker (Dru) of Henderson, Nevada; Thomas Wilkinson (Bobbie) of Hamilton, Virginia; sister-in-law Terri Wilkinson (widow of brother Peter Wilkinson) of...
Timothy Charles Bast
Aug 3, 2024
On Saturday, August 3, 2024 Timothy Charles Bast, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend passed away surrounded by his wife, children, and daughters-in-law.
Tim was born on March 4, 1954 to Fredrick and Bernadette Bast in Madison, Wisconsin. Tim married Brenda Weihert on May 19, 1979. She was the love of his life and he was dedicated to loving and...
Betty L. Crawford
Aug 3, 2024
Betty Crawford unexpectedly passed away on August 3, 2024, at home. She was born on June 5, 1961, in Madison, WI to Dorothy & Richard Dushack. She was married November 9, 1996, to Carl Crawford and they had a son Noah (Deanna Hyde) Crawford, stepchildren Carl & Kyle Hauser and Nichole Coleman.
Betty is survived by her parents, husband, son, and...
Anita B. Koehler
Aug 2, 2024
Anita Byrl Koehler, age 96, passed away Friday, August 2, 2024. Anita was the eldest of five children born to the late Robert and Esther Brigham. She was born in St Mary’s hospital, Madison on May 7th 1928. Anita attended Frank Allis Grade school and East High.
Anita lived in the Madison area all her life raising three children with her...
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