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.
Leslie "Hook" H. Scheuren
May 27, 2024
Leslie “Hook” Scheuren, age 84, passed away on May 27, 2024, unexpectedly of natural causes. He was born in Escanaba, MI to Howard and Evelyn (Way) Scheuren in the hot summer months of 1939. Leslie grew up on the family farm in Cornell, MI until he moved to Wisconsin to raise his 3 children and fostering over 50 more children,...
Carole Lyons
May 26, 2024
Carole Ann (Hilse) Lyons passed away on Sunday, May 26 in Surprise, Arizona, in the presence of her loving family. Born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on July 6, 1937, to Ann and Earl Hilse, Carole graduated from Holy Assumption Elementary School and from Holy Angels/Divine Savior High School. She was always very proud of her good Catholic education and spoke affectionately...
Joan Ruth Michalski
May 26, 2024
Joan Ruth “Joanie” Michalski, age 90, passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, May 26, 2024, following a brief illness.
Joan was born August 6, 1933, in the small town of Polley, just outside Gilman, WI -- one of eleven children of Angeline and Herbert McManus. She was united in marriage to Roman Michalski on May 10, 1958, at St. Alexander Church...
Samantha Marie Trevino
May 25, 2024
Sun Prairie- Samantha “Sam” Marie Trevino, age 35, passed away on Saturday, May 25, 2024. She was born in Cook County, Illinois on February 5, 1989, the daughter of Saul and Yvette Trevino. Samantha was a care giver all her life for her family and for many patients. Sam is survived by her fiancé and the love of her life,...
Richard "Rick" Strauss
May 25, 2024
McFarland- Richard “Rick” Strauss, age 82, passed away after a brief battle with cancer. He was born in Chicago on December 2, 1941 the son of Richard and Janet Strauss.
Rick grew up in Wilmette, IL and graduated from New Trier High School. He received his bachelor’s and master’s degree in civil engineering from University of IL. On May 29, 1965...
Scott Michael Shimanski
May 24, 2024
If you were unable to attend Scott's service in person or online you are able to view the service taping through the following link:
https://holywisdommonastery.org/monastery-without-walls/streaming/
On May 24, 2024, Scott Michael Shimanski, beloved husband, brother, uncle, and friend, ended his earthly journey. Born April 2, 1955, in Madison, WI, Scott was the middle son of Tom and Gloria Shimanski. He grew up...
Gabrielle "Gabe" Marie Blood
May 23, 2024
Gabrielle Marie Blood (Gabe) entered life on May 22, 1946, and entered eternal life on May 23, 2024. Gabe was born in San Carlos, CA, the daughter of Elsie G. and Joel S. Blood. She married Dennis Klaila on August 29, 1987, at St. Paul’s University Catholic Center in Madison, WI.
Gabe was a proud graduate of Mt. Angel College...
Beverly Mae Davison
May 23, 2024
Beverly Corbett Davison passed away peacefully May 23, 2024, at her home at Oakwood Village West in Madison WI.
She is survived by son Thomas C Davison (Robyn Sherry Davison), WI; daughter Carol Davison Turnbull (Paul), IL; grandchildren Andrew Davison (Stephanie) and William Davison (Frankie Powell); Alan Turnbull, Steven Turnbull; and great-grandchildren Aaron, Caroline and Everett Davison; and niece Susan Corbett....
Pamela Woodward
May 23, 2024
Pamela Woodward, age 64, passed away on Thursday, May 23, 2024. She was born February 11, 1960 to parents Ruth and Belvin Woodward in Grand forks North Dakota. She was raised with her beloved sister Paula Kolinski. She later lived with her family in Waupaca, Wisconsin and as an adult moved to California and gave birth to her son Benjamin...
Maria Pilar Sundby
May 22, 2024
Stoughton- Maria Pilar Seral Farlete Sundby, age 85, entered into Heaven on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at her home after a brief illness. She was born in Zaragoza, Spain on April 21, 1939, the youngest of six children, to Mariano Seral and Maria Lucia Farlete.
Maria grew up in Spain. She met the love of her life John H. Sundby while...
Patty Sonntag Neumueller
May 21, 2024
Our beloved Patty Sonntag Neumueller passed away on May 21, 2024 at the age of 73 after a challenging battle with Parkinson’s and Lewy body dementia and will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Patty was born in Fort Worth, Texas, in 1950. She grew up in Lakeside and attended Azle High School. After graduation, she attended the University...
Della Arlette Johnson
May 21, 2024
Marshall/Sun Prairie- Della Arlette Johnson (née Sharpee), age 94, was joyfully reunited with her beloved "Theo" on May 21, 2024. Born on May 5, 1930, Della married Theodore James Johnson on June 16, 1956. They shared a loving marriage until Theo's passing on March 26, 2016.
Della is lovingly remembered by her daughters, Roxanne (Brent) Boynton and Roseann (Doug) Spangler;...
Steve Mentel
May 21, 2024
Steve A. Mentel, age 51, born to eternal life on May 21, 2024. He was born on February 9, 1973 to John and Mary (Frohna) Mentel. Steve grew up in Greenfield, WI. Steve loved playing the piano growing up. Steve graduated from Pius XI High School, and UW-Whitewater, where he majored in Accounting.
Steve married the love of his life Heather...
Oscar "Weed" Swenson
May 21, 2024
Stoughton – Oscar “Weed” M. Swenson Jr., age 91, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at Azura Memory Care in Stoughton. He was born April 10, 1933, in Stoughton, WI to the late Oscar and Marie (Offerdahl) Swenson.
Weed served in Germany during the Korean War, contributing his skills and dedication to the military effort during that time. When...
Richard E. Zubke
May 20, 2024
Madison – Richard Earl Zubke, age 71, passed away on Monday May 20, 2024. He was born Nov. 10, 1952, in Beaver Dam to the late Gilbert and Ruth (Sudgen) Zubke. He grew up in Waupun and Beaver Dam and spent his time in Madison since 1996. He received his degree in Industrial Marketing from MPTC in Fond du Lac....
Ram Rakha Khullar
May 20, 2024
Ram Rakha Khullar, age 102, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 20, 2024 at UW Hospital with his family by his side in Madison, WI. He was born on January 17, 1922, in Shekh Da Kote, Lahore. He worked as a veterinarian for 50 years and continued to help animals through his retirement. Ram lived an incredibly full life doting...
Michael Austin
May 19, 2024
Middleton- Michael Austin, Age 79, passed away unexpectedly at his home May 19, 2024.
He was born on April 26, 1945 to Joseph and Ottilia (Ripp) Austin in Black Earth, Wisconsin.
Mike graduated from Wisconsin Heights High School in 1964 and married the love of his life, Mary Derra on August 20, 1966.
He retired with 42 years at Madison Gas and Electric...
Sarah E. Walker
May 19, 2024
Albert Einstein said, "Energy cannot be created or destroyed; it can only be changed from one form to another."
Sarah Elizabeth Walker died, Sunday, May 19, 2024, of complications of diabetes. Sarah was born November 5, 1975 in Madison, Wisconsin. She is survived by wife, Carla, and daughter, Rhea. Along with dogs Diva and Gigi and a cat, Shadow, they created...
Eugene L. DeVoe
May 18, 2024
Eugene passed away on Saturday, May 18, 2024 at Badger Prairie Health Care Center. Geno was a skilled cribbage and dominoes player and enjoyed teaching others how to play.
A memorial service for Geno will be at 1:30 PM on Thursday, May 30, 2024 at Badger Prairie Health Care Center, 1100 East Verona Avenue, Verona, WI 53593. We welcome you to share...
Barbara Jean Herrmann
May 17, 2024
Barbara J. Herrmann passed away on May 17, 2024. Arrangements are pending. A full obituary may be available at a later date. If you would like to be notified when an obituary is on our website, you can sign up for our email notifications at https://www.cressfuneralservice.com/mialinglist
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