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.

Ivan Henning

Ivan Henning

Mar 8, 2024

Ivan 'Red' Henning March 14, 1937 - March 8, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Ivan 'Red' Henning, who departed this world on Friday, March 8th, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Redwood Falls, MN, on March 14, 1937, to Ben and Loretta and spent his formative years on the family...

Paul J. Bernards

Paul J. Bernards

Mar 8, 2024

Paul Joseph Bernards, age 95, devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather peacefully passed away on March 8, 2024.

Paul was born December 18, 1928 in Waunakee, Wisconsin to Christine (Uebersetzig) and Werner “Dutch” Bernards. He married his wife of 70 years, Dolores on June 13, 1953 at Saint Mary of the Lake Catholic Church in Westport.

He joined the US Army during...

Antoinette Ruth Richards

Antoinette Ruth Richards

Mar 8, 2024

MIDDLETON - Antoinette (Toni) Ruth Richards, age 85, passed away on Monday, March 4, 2024, at UW Hospital. She was born on December 22, 1938, in New Brunswick, New Jersey, the daughter of Jerome and Lillian Ulan. She married Donald J. Richards on January 13, 1990.

Toni graduated from Harcum College in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania with an associate degree. She had...

John C. Lewis

John C. Lewis

Mar 8, 2024

John Carmond Lewis of Fitchburg, WI passed away peacefully at BeeHive Homes of Oregon on March 8 surrounded by his loving family.

John was born August 13, 1936, to John and Wilma Lewis in Dodgeville, WI. He was honored to be a part of the graduating class of 1954, who he stayed in touch with throughout his entire life. He attended...

Marcelline M. Schoepp

Marcelline M. Schoepp

Mar 7, 2024

Marcelline M. (Wiest) Schoepp, 87, of Waunakee/Westport died peacefully on Thursday, March 7, 2024.

Marcy was born in the Township of Perry on May 18, 1936 to Raymond and Marcella (Haag) Wiest. Marcy grew up on the family farm, oldest of 8 siblings. She graduated 8th grade from Spring Valley Grade School in a class of 3 pupils. She graduated from...

Richard J. Pearson

Richard J. Pearson

Mar 7, 2024

Richard Jenkins Pearson, age 85, passed away Thursday, March 7th at Renaissance of Hilldale. He was born April 3, 1938, the only child of Ralph Jenkins Pearson and Isabel (Schieg) Pearson. Dick grew up in Madison, attending Highlands Mendota Beach Grade School, West High School, and University of Wisconsin, Madison. 

During high school at Madison West, he was part of the...

Marie A. Anderson

Marie A. Anderson

Mar 7, 2024

Marie A. Anderson, age 95, passed away on Thursday, March 7, 2024.  Marie was born on February 21, 1929 in Leeds, Wisconsin.  On June 11, 1949, she was united in marriage to Alvin Anderson in South Leeds, Wisconsin.  Marie worked at the Wisconsin Porcelain Company in her younger years, and then she did childcare for many years in her home.

Marie...

Leroy "Skip" Berigan

Leroy "Skip" Berigan

Mar 6, 2024

Leroy “Skip” Berigan, age 90, peacefully passed away on March 6, 2024, with his wife of 69 years, Jeanne, by his side.  Skip was born on May 23, 1933, at St. Mary’s hospital and was the son of LeRoy and Berniece Berigan. Skip lived most of his life in Madison, Wisconsin and was a loyal Badger fan. To his family,...

Dean D. Collins

Dean D. Collins

Mar 6, 2024

Dean D. Collins, 85, of Fitchburg passed away on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at his home. Dean was born in Milan, Michigan but always called Madison “home”. He joined the US Air Force in 1957 and proudly served in Explosive Ordinance Disposal around the world. While stationed at Truax Field in Madison, he met his future wife, Laura. He spent...

Mary Kathryn Geske

Mary Kathryn Geske

Mar 5, 2024

Mary Kathryn Geske peacefully became an angel at age 80 on Tuesday, March 5, 2024. Mary was born in Janesville on December 23, 1943 to the late Russell J. and Lorraine A. (Sayre) Devitt. Mary grew up in Janesville until her family moved to Madison when she was a teenager. She graduated from West High School. After graduating, she began...

Joanne S. Thuesen

Joanne S. Thuesen

Mar 4, 2024

Joanne Silvera Thuesen, age 88, of Madison, WI died peacefully on Monday, March 4th, 2024 at Agrace Hospice surrounded by family praying the rosary at the time of her passing. 

 

She was born in Madison, WI on January 2, 1936 to Ernest and Mildred Jackson. She was the oldest of 4 children. She attended St James grade school and graduated Edgewood...

Dr. Phillip J. Schoenbeck

Dr. Phillip J. Schoenbeck

Mar 4, 2024

Lake Wales FL. - Phillip John Schoenbeck (92) of Lake Wales, FL, passed away on Monday, March 4, 2024, at Stoughton Hospital. He was born January 22, 1932, in Stoughton, WI, the son of Dr. Robert Franklin and Gladys Tholo Schoenbeck. 

 

Phill attended Stoughton High School, graduating in 1950 where he was an accomplished athlete, competing in golf, football, basketball, and...

Vernon Dale Jackson

Vernon Dale Jackson

Mar 3, 2024

A graveside committal will take place at 11:00 AM on Friday March 15, 2024 at SACRED HEART OF JESUS AND MARY CATHOLIC CEMETERY, 1001 Columbus St., Sun Prairie, WI 53590



For those not able to attend in person, please register at the following link to view a copy of Vernon’s service:

 

https://event.forgetmenotceremonies.com/ceremony?c=cff389da-99ea-446c-9d29-45a01735ee7c

Cress Funeral & Cremation Service

1310 Emerald Terrace, Sun Prairie

(608) 837-9054

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Clifton Mitchell Tomasini

Clifton Mitchell Tomasini

Mar 3, 2024

Clifton – Father of Zaida, Brother of Brandon Tomasini, DJ Seeger, and Samuel Seeger, sister, Ashley Seeger (deceased), mother, Andree Seeger, Uncle to Baron Tomasini, Son of Denise & Richard Tomasini & friend to many passed away on March 3, 2024.

Clifton was born in Houston, Texas, on September 14, 1978. He attended Elementary school in Cypress, Texas and Canyon Lake,...

Scott J. Cassidy

Scott J. Cassidy

Mar 3, 2024

SUN PRAIRIE—Scott Joseph Cassidy, age 52, passed away on Sunday, March 3, 2024.  He was born on July 7, 1971 in Mendota, Illinois to Roger and Janet (Forman) Cassidy.  He married Karolyn Rucki on September 13, 2003 in Pewaukee, WI.  

Scott attended Amboy High School, Sauk Valley Community College, and Northern Illinois University where he earned his bachelor’s and master’s...

Mary Virginia Schroeder

Mary Virginia Schroeder

Mar 3, 2024

Madison – Mary Virginia Schroeder, 81, passed away on March 03, 2024.   Mary was born on February 11, 1943 in Racine, WI to Arthur Wesley and Jean Marie (Larson) Eastman.  Mary married John Michael Schroeder on July 21, 1984 and he survives her.  She graduated from Washington Park High School Racine, WI in 1961 and the University of Wisconsin...

Gerald (Jerry) A. Stewart

Gerald (Jerry) A. Stewart

Mar 3, 2024

Jerry Stewart, Age 93 passed away peacefully in his home on March 3, 2024.

A nearly lifelong resident of Madison, he was born in Chicago on April 29, 1930 to George and Kate Stewart.  The family moved to Madison in 1938 where Jerry was a graduate of West High School in 1948 and the University of Wisconsin in 1952.  After completing...

Jeffrey H. Wulf

Jeffrey H. Wulf

Mar 2, 2024

Jeffrey H Wulf, 79, of Madison WI, son of John and Frances Wulf, husband to Renée( Thirion) Wulf; father to Jeffrey(Sara) Wulf and Kara( Brian)Lacke; grandfather to Sabrina and Jarrett Wulf, Brandon, Samantha and Alex Lacke, Abby, Andy and Jack Barry; brother to Steven(deceased), sister Cynthia(deceased), and brother Michael(deceased) Wulf, has passed away peacefully on March 2, 2024.  To  those...

Susan Diane Clark

Susan Diane Clark

Mar 2, 2024

Deerfield/Cottage Grove- Susan Diane Clark, “Susie Q”, age 71, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 2, 2024 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison. She was born on October 28, 1952 the daughter of Rodney and Charlene Martin Sr. 

Susan graduated from McFarland High School. She was married to William R. Clark and had three sons. Susan worked as an Executive Secretary...

Sandra Jean Howard

Sandra Jean Howard

Mar 1, 2024

Sandra Jean Howard, nee Dalby, 67, of Marshall, Wisc., passed away March 1, 2024, surrounded by her children.  She was born October 11, 1956, in Chicago, Ill., to Chris and Betty Dalby.

Sandra spent most of her early years living in Oregon, growing up in Klamath Falls and eventually graduating from Western Oregon University at Monmouth with a degree in Criminal...

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