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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.

Mary Voigt

Mary Voigt

Nov 16, 2011

Stoughton- Mary K. Voigt, age 77, passed away peacefully in her home on Wednesday, November 16, 2011 surrounded by her family. She was born in Alton, IL on September 15, 1934 the daughter of Robert and Katherine McManus. Kay dedicated her life to the Stoughton community and volunteered in many capacities, including being a lifetime member of the...

Ethel Kvalheim

Ethel Kvalheim

Nov 16, 2011

Stoughton- Ethel Margaret Nelson Kvalheim, age 99, passed away on Wednesday, November 16, 2011 at Stoughton Hospital. She was born in the town of Pleasant Springs on March 5, 1912, the eldest child of John and Martha Bertina (Larson) Nelson. Ethel graduated from Stoughton High School in 1930. On May 21, 1933 she married Arthur Peter Kvalheim at...

Norma Kaus

Norma Kaus

Nov 15, 2011

Deerfield- Norma Jean Kaus, age 68, passed away on Tuesday, November 15, 2011 at St. Mary's Hospital. She was born in Hillsboro on November 17, 1942, the daughter of Ernest and Mary (Fanta) Marshall. On February 14, 1973 Norma Jean married Roger Kaus. Together they moved to Deerfield where Roger started driving truck for Irv Gullickson. Norma Jean...

Edgar Jaeckel

Edgar Jaeckel

Nov 15, 2011

Sun Prairie - Edgar Jaeckel, age 85, passed away on Tuesday, November 15, 2011 while at Oakwood Village East. Edgar was born on April 25, 1926, the son of Fred and Anna (Luebke) Jaeckel. He later married Gladys Jaeckel on April 24, 1954 in the Reeseville area. Edgar worked for over 40 years in the Operating Engineers Local...

Gabriella Kelly

Gabriella Kelly

Nov 15, 2011

Gabriella Grace Kelly was born into the hands of her parents, John and Annie Kelly, and placed in God's loving arms Tuesday, November 15, 2011. Although her time with her family was brief, her beautiful face will be remembered and cherished forever by her parents, John and Annie, and her sister Brianna. She is survived by her grandparents...

Max Medow

Max Medow

Nov 14, 2011

Waunakee - Max Medow, age 89, died November 14, 2011. Max is survived by his wife Evelyn; niece Julie (Jim) Dornik, 'grandsons', Travis, Matt and Zach. There will be a Gathering to Remember Max on Wednesday, November 16, 2011, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. at Cress Funeral & Cremation Service, 6021 University Avenue, Madison, WI 53705

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Mary Stevens

Mary Stevens

Nov 14, 2011

Madison- Mary Beth Stevens, age 47, lost her fierce battle with cervical cancer early Monday. November 14th, 2011 surrounded by her loving family. Mary Beth was born on March, 26th, 1964 in Elmhurst, Illinois the daughter of Walter Rozanas and Sonia Rozanas. She attended the University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh, and went on to graduate with a Bachelors...

Doris Weidemann

Doris Weidemann

Nov 14, 2011

Madison-Doris C. Weidemann, age 97 passed away on November 14, 2011. Her memorial service will be held 2:00 pm Sunday, January 15, 2012 at First Baptist Church. Gifts in her memory may be made to Doris C. Weidemann Peace Memorial, First Baptist Church, 518 N. Franklin Ave. Madison, WI 53705 A full obituary will follow.

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Jerome Diederich

Jerome Diederich

Nov 13, 2011

Madison/Springfield Corners - Jerome J. Diederich, 84, died on Sunday, Nov. 13, 2011 at Agrace HospiceCare Center in Fitchburg. He was born in Springfield Corners on February 16, 1927 to Felix and Elizabeth (Mueller) Diederich. He graduated from St. Martin's Grade School and operated the family farm until 1961 at which time he moved to Madison. Jerome was...

Donald Kaiser

Donald Kaiser

Nov 13, 2011

Madison - Donald F. Kaiser, age 88, former director of Independent Study, UW-Extension, died on Sunday, November 13, 2011. He was born on September 17, 1923, in Burkburnett, Texas, the son of Paul and Marguerite (Gallman) Kaiser, and the brother of Sylvia and Kenneth Kaiser. Don entered military service in 1942 during World War II. He volunteered to...

Stanley Whitten

Stanley Whitten

Nov 13, 2011

Whitten, Stanley B. Madison- Stanley Burt Whitten passed away Sunday, November 13th, at the age of 76. Mr. Whitten was born on Groundhog Day, February 2nd, 1935 in Washington, DC. He was the youngest son of Leslie Hunter Whitten and Linnora Harvey Whitten. He attended Woodrow Wilson High School in Washington, DC (Class of 1952) and won a...

Lenretha Brown

Lenretha Brown

Nov 12, 2011

Verona - Lenretha Brown, age 86, passed away on Nov. 12, 29011. Lenretha praised the Lord her entire life. She is survived by her children, Sandra (Tony) Berry, Cheryl McNeil, Regina Brown, Anthony (Pat), Malcolm (Bernadine), Valerie Brown, Yolandae Brown and Richard and a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, relatives and friends. Lenretha was predeceased by her husband,...

Nancy Stapay

Nancy Stapay

Nov 12, 2011

Madison - Nancy Jean Stapay, age 75, passed away peacefully with family present on Saturday, November 12, 2011 at Agrace HospiceCare in Fitchburg, Wis. Nancy J. Stapay was born Nancy Jean Aggen in Morrison, Illinois to Peter and Olive Church Aggen. She grew up on a farm and enjoyed school. She played the piano, was an accomplished seamstress,...

Ronnaldo Caldwell Sr.

Ronnaldo Caldwell Sr.

Nov 12, 2011

Ronnaldo Sundee Caldwell Sr. ~ Shuny ~ Ron ~ Pops ~ 'Lucan' Ronnaldo Caldwell passed away Saturday, November 12, 2011 from cancer at Agrace HospiceCare. Ronnaldo was the only son born to Robert & Lerial Caldwell on June 1,1953 in Washington, D.C. Ron moved to Madison Wisconsin in September 1968 with his mother and sisters. Ron attended and...

Norma Kolthoff

Norma Kolthoff

Nov 11, 2011

Professor Norma Jane Kolthoff Norma Jane Kolthoff, Emerita Professor of Nursing, was born on August 15, 1921 to Clyde and Ruth (nee Creager) Kolthoff in Chicago, Illinois. Always interested in science, Norma obtained her bachelor's degree in zoology in 1943 from North Central College in Naperville, Illinois. She then responded to the wartime effort and joined the Cadet...

Richard Wheeler

Richard Wheeler

Nov 11, 2011

Richard "Dick" Wheeler, age 67, dean of the Wisconsin press corps, died suddenly at home on Friday, November 11, 2011 as he prepared for another day at work in the Capitol where he worked for 40 years. Wheeler worked a full day Thursday reporting on the finance committee. He was born outside of Pittsburgh PA July 1, 1944...

Jose Sanchez

Jose Sanchez

Nov 11, 2011

Jose Garcia Sanchez, age 46, of Puerto Rico passed away November 11, 2011 in Madison, WI. Funeral Services will be held Thursday, December 15, 2011 at the Farley Center, 2299 Spring Rose Road, Verona, WI at 1:00 pm.

Visitation Service Farley Center 2299 Spring Rose Road Verona, Wisconsin 53593

Allan Adamski

Allan Adamski

Nov 9, 2011

Allan R. "Al" Adamski, age 58, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, November 9, 2011, at home. He was born on April 20, 1953 in Wausau, the son of Felix and Agnes (Schueller) Adamski. He graduated from Edgar High School in 1971 and from the University of Wisconsin Whitewater in 1975. He married his soulmate, Mary Schiferl on May...

Michael Brooks

Michael Brooks

Nov 9, 2011

Lodi-Michael John Brooks, age 61, passed away on Wednesday November 9, 2011 surrounded by his loved ones after a courageous battle with kidney cancer. Mike was born in Willard, Ohio on April 30, 1950 to John & Marlene Brooks. He was united in marriage with Barbara (Haas) on September 22, 1989. Mike served in the US Navy as...

Francis O'Donnell

Francis O'Donnell

Nov 8, 2011

Madison - Francis "Jack" Clarence O'Donnell, 89, of Madison, Wisconsin, passed away on November 8, 2011. At his request, a private service will be held for family members. He was born in Whitewater, Wisconsin and was the son of John and Alma O'Donnell. He was married to his lovely wife Rita for over 60 years. Sergeant First Class...

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