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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.

Harold Burdekin

Harold Burdekin

Dec 10, 2011

Sun Prairie-Burdekin, Harold Walter "Hal" Burdekin, age 91, passed away on Saturday, December 10th with his family by his side. He was born in Schenectady, NY in February 13,1920. He honorably served his country as a Captain in the Air Force during World War II, where he was a Lead Combat Pilot of a B-24. He was highly...

Ben Monson

Ben Monson

Dec 10, 2011

McFarland- Ben H. Monson, age 34, passed away unexpectedly of natural causes on Saturday, December 10, 2011. He was born in Stoughton on July 30, 1977, the son of Earl and Becky (Grefsheim) Monson. Ben is survived by his daughters, Kiersten and Alissa, and their mother, Cortney; his parents; brother, Jeff (Stacie); nephew, John; and numerous aunts, uncles,...

David Hamilton

David Hamilton

Dec 10, 2011

Sun Prairie-David E. Hamilton, age 93, passed away on Saturday, December 10, 2011. David was born on April 9, 1918 in Aubrey, WI the son of Eugene and Anna (Lipska) Hamilton. On April 28, 1951, he was united in marriage with Helen Behn in Rock Springs, WI and they celebrated 60 years of marriage. David was an air...

Ellen Consigny

Ellen Consigny

Dec 9, 2011

Madison - Ellen M. Consigny, age 45, died unexpectedly at her home on Friday, December 9, 2011. She was born on April 9, 1966 to Patrick and Mary Lou (Mohrhauser) Roach in Madison. Ellen attended grade school at Blessed Sacrament, and graduated from Edgewood High School in 1984. She went on to attend Upper Iowa University, receiving an...

Daniel O'Donnell

Daniel O'Donnell

Dec 9, 2011

Daniel M. O'Donnell Waunakee-Dan O'Donnell, age 54, passed away from a courageous 5-year battle with cancer on Friday, December 9, 2011. He was looking forward to being with Jesus, his Lord and savior in heaven. He was born on February 14, 1957 to Kenneth and Patricia O'Donnell. He graduated from Monona Grove High School in 1975. He then...

Rosalie Tortorici

Rosalie Tortorici

Dec 9, 2011

Madison - Rosalie Marie Tortorici, age 100, passed into eternal salvation on December 9, 2011, at the Waunakee Manor Health Care Center, in Waunakee. She was born June 22, 1911 in Madison, the daughter of the late Carmelo and Giacoma (Caronna) Oliva. Rosalie married William Tortorici on April 23, 1932 at St. Mary's Church in Wausau, the Reverend...

Ingeborg Casey

Ingeborg Casey

Dec 9, 2011

Madison - Ingeborg Gubler Casey died in her Madison, Wisconsin, home on Friday, December 9, 2011, at age 73. She was born, Ingeborg Gubler in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, on September 3, 1938, the daughter of Hans Gubler and Paula Langjahr, natives of Switzerland. Ingeborg Casey was the name she used professionally, but to her friends and family she was...

Edward Parisi

Edward Parisi

Dec 9, 2011

Edward G. Parisi, age 84, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 9, 2011 at Agrace HospiceCare surrounded with the love of his wife and many friends. He was born August 16, 1927 the son of Sam and Thea (Elverthum) Parisi in Madison. Ed "Chow" Parisi grew up at 1 South Murray Street in the Greenbush neighborhood. He attended...

Annemarie Watson

Annemarie Watson

Dec 8, 2011

ANNEMARIE Watson, age 88, passed away in her sleep on Thursday, December 8, 2011 at Wynwood Senior Living, after a terrible battle with Alzheimer's disease. She was born on October 13, 1923 in Munich, Germany to Karl and Regina (Kindl) Fiehler. After graduating from high school, she studied business and banking. She spoke 4 languages. After WWII, she...

Clements Felsheim

Clements Felsheim

Dec 8, 2011

Farm girl loses her navy boy, Clem Felsheim beloved husband of Laura (Michels) Felsheim died peacefully on Dec. 8, 2011 surrounded by his family. The son of George and Lillian Felsheim, Clem was born Sept. 16, 1926 in Arcadia, WI. He graduated from high school on a Friday in 1944 and entered the Navy the next Monday in...

Stewart Burdick

Stewart Burdick

Dec 8, 2011

Stewart M. Burdick, age 55, passed away on December 8, 2011 at his home in Madison, WI. Stewart attended East High School and University of Wisconsin-Platteville majoring in Industrial Technology and Psychology. He worked at Dairy Equipment Company and Universal Silencer (Nelson Industrial) in Stoughton. He enjoyed sports, particularly football and attended many U of W Badger games....

Brian Goytowski

Brian Goytowski

Dec 8, 2011

Waunakee - Brian Goytowski was born on June 7th, 1981 and was 30 years old at the time of his death on December 8, 2011. Brian graduated from Waunakee High School. He worked at Schoeps Ice Cream for 6 � years. Brian's family members include his parents; Dale & Paulette Goytowski of Waunakee; his sister, Kristina Soltis (Roman)...

Janice Lang

Janice Lang

Dec 8, 2011

Sun Prairie-Janice N. Lang, age 74, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Thursday, December 8, 2011. She was born on April 29, 1937 in Madison, Wisconsin, the daughter of Ben and Norma (Mathewson) Lang. Janice graduated from the University of Wisconsin with a Master's Degree in Library Science, and she worked for the Wisconsin Library Commission for...

Evelyn Saemann

Evelyn Saemann

Dec 7, 2011

Evelyn J. Saemann, age 90, passed away on December 7, 2011 at Agrace Hospice in Madison following a brief illness. She was born December 16, 1920 in Sparta, WI to Anna (Nienast) and Harry Isensee. She was a graduate of Sparta High School. Evelyn worked for the Federal Government for 32 years, including the RFC in Washington, D.C....

Lyndsay Zimmerlee

Lyndsay Zimmerlee

Dec 7, 2011

Oregon/Monroe - Lyndsay Jane Zimmerlee, age 29, was called home to God's House, Dec. 7, 2011. Lyndsay graduated from Oregon High School in 2001. She worked at P.G.P. International in Juda as a Lab Technician. Lyndsay will be deeply missed by all her family and friends and especially her two beloved cats she called "her babies", Jazz and...

Patricia Richards

Patricia Richards

Dec 7, 2011

Patricia A. Richards, age 82, passed away on Wednesday, December 7, 2011 at The Homestead. Patricia was born on September 3, 1929 in Vienna Township, the daughter of David and Eva (Clemens) Madigan. Patricia was raised in Dane and graduated from Lodi High School with the class of 1947. She was united in marriage with George Richards who...

Arthur Pierce

Arthur Pierce

Dec 6, 2011

Arthur C. Pierce rejoined his beloved wife "Dottie" and son Warren on Tuesday, December 6, 2011, passing peacefully after a long and active life. Art, "Bud" to his wife and friends, was born January 27, 1921, in Muskegon, Michigan. A veteran of WWII, he served honorably in the US Army Air Corps. On July 13, 1946, he was...

Karl M.D.

Karl M.D.

Dec 6, 2011

Karl A. Rudat MD, age 64, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, December 6, 2011 at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison. He was born January 12, 1947 the son of Jerome and Angeline (Long) Rudat in Racine. Karl received his BS from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1969, and his MD from the University of Wisconsin Medical School, Madison...

David Fredenberg

David Fredenberg

Dec 6, 2011

Stoughton- David G. Fredenberg, age 71, passed away at his home in Stoughton on Tuesday, December 6, 2011. He was born in Cottage Grove on February 26, 1940, a son of Frederick and Ethel (Gilbertson) Fredenberg. David worked for Northwest Airlines. He enjoyed growing flowers and baking. He is survived by cousins, William (Karen) Hookstead, Steve (Sue) Meyer,...

Harold Paar

Harold Paar

Dec 5, 2011

Waunakee - Harold Paar, age 81, died peacefully at home on Monday Dec 5, 2011 surrounded by his family. He was born on April 8, 1930 in Madison to Lawrence and Elsie (Marking) Paar . He married the former Doris Schwoegler and they lived in Waunakee for the past forty-seven years. Harold was an avid Packer and Badger...

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