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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.

Elsie  E. Reynolds

Elsie E. Reynolds

Oct 28, 2009

MADISON, WI- Elsie E. Reynolds, age 95, died peacefully on October 28, 2009, at Oakwood Lutheran Homes, where she resided the last seven years. Prior to her move to Madison, she lived for seven years in California. Elsie was born Elsie Gerhardt in Milwaukee on January 24, 1914, but lived most of her life on Sangamon Street in Steger. She...

Jean  E. Fine

Jean E. Fine

Oct 27, 2009

STOUGHTON, WI -Jean Fine, age 79, formerly of St. Louis, MO, passed away Tuesday, October 27, 2009, at Nazareth Health & Rehab due to the effects of dementia. She was born September 11, 1930 in St. Louis, Missouri to parents Earl and Edna Dotson.

She was an intelligent and proud woman, who was deeply passionate about fairness and justice in the...

Betty  Jean Owens

Betty Jean Owens

Oct 27, 2009

Madison -- Betty Jean Owens, age 88, died on Tuesday, October 27, 2009 at Oakwood West.   She was born on March 5, 1921 to Earl and Erika (Sundling) Wright in Huron, South Dakota.   In 1942, Betty received her bachelor's degree in business from the University of South Dakota.   Betty was united in marriage to Glenn Dinsmore Owens...

Donald  Anthony Dowling

Donald Anthony Dowling

Oct 27, 2009

Donald A. DowlingDonald Anthony Dowling, of Gerton, NC, passed away at his residence October 27, 2009. He was born August 16, 1923 to Leroy James and Regina (Rupp) Dowling. He was the oldest of three brothers.Those that knew Donald were blessed; he had lived life to the very fullest and was always there when you needed him.  He had an...

Msgr. Elmer J. Dietzel

Msgr. Elmer J. Dietzel

Oct 27, 2009

Madison-Waunakee-Dickeyville- Msgr. Elmer J. Dietzel, age 82, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, October 27, 2009 at his residence. He was born on March 30, 1927 in Dickeyville, Wisconsin; a son of the late Alphonse and Myra (Splinter) Dietzel. He was raised in Dickeyville and attended Holy Ghost Grade School; graduated from Salvatorian High School and Seminary in St. Nazianz, WI; and Graduated...

Craig  M. Lamb

Craig M. Lamb

Oct 26, 2009

Craig M. Lamb passed away on Monday, October 26th at his home in Madison. Craig Lamb was born in Chicago, IL on November 7, 1948, the second son of Meyer ""Mike"" and Minnie (Smith) Lamb.   Craig attended the Janesville Public Schools and graduated in 1967 from Janesville Senior High School (the last class of Fighting Bluebirds!).   Craig worked...

Aileen  Mary Anderson

Aileen Mary Anderson

Oct 26, 2009

Cottage Grove- Aileen ""Mary"" Anderson, age 81, passed away on Monday, October 26, 2009 surrounded by her family.  She was born in Johnstown on August 3, 1928, the daughter of William and Mina (Patterson) Malone.  Mary worked for the Parker Pen Company in Janesville.  On June 21, 1952 she married Otis Anderson.  Together they worked the family farm.  Mary enjoyed her time...

Marc  Anthony Merucci

Marc Anthony Merucci

Oct 25, 2009

Marc Anthony Merucci, age 43, of Waunakee, passed away suddenly Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009, of a heart attack. Marc loved his family and created a family wherever he went. To those who knew and loved him, he was a very caring person, passionate about life and having fun, he lived life to the fullest. Marc was 100% genuine, a Badgers...

Opal  ""Sue"" Meicher

Opal ""Sue"" Meicher

Oct 25, 2009

McFarland- Opal ""Sue"" Meicher, age 85, passed away on Sunday, October 25, 2009.   She was born in Lodi on April 9, 1924, daughter of Oscar and Ella (Phillips) Smith.  After Oscars passing Sue was raised by her mother and Orville Plank.   She is survived by her seven children, Burdette (Carl Sr.) Lacey, Darrell Swenby, Susan Podell, Kendall Swenby,...

Sara  V. Hanson

Sara V. Hanson

Oct 25, 2009

Monona/Verona - Sara Hanson, age 87, passed away peacefully on Oct. 25, 2009.  She was born Nov. 9, 1921 in Fond du Lac, WI, to William and Edith Geisthardt.   Sara taught school for many years in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Oregon, and on Air Force bases in Newfoundland, and Spain. In 1962 she married Norman A. Hanson of Madison. They resided...

Doris  Irene Mundt

Doris Irene Mundt

Oct 24, 2009

Sun Prairie/Marshall- Doris I. (Tennant) Mundt, age 86, passed away on Saturday, , October 24, 2009. Doris was born on March 7, 1923 in Plain, WI the daughter of Dorr & Ella ( Reinfeldt) Tennant. She was united in marriage to Harold H. Mundt on Oct 7, 1944 in Marshall and they were married for 59 years until his death...

Robert  J. Bosben

Robert J. Bosben

Oct 24, 2009

Robert J. Bosben, age 77, a long-time Madison resident, died peacefully on Saturday, October 24, 2009 at the Hospice Center in Fitchburg, surrounded by his family.   Robert was born on Sept. 19, 1932 in Madison, the second son of Joseph I. and Zola A. (Myers) Bosben.   He grew up in the town of Burke, attended Burke Station elementary...

Patricia  M. Maranger

Patricia M. Maranger

Oct 24, 2009

Stoughton- Patricia M. Maranger, age 67, passed away on Saturday, October 24, 2009 at her home in Stoughton.   She was born in Racine on May 3, 1942, a daughter of Philip and Margaret (Carney) Maranger.   On February 27, 1960, she was united in marriage to Bob Maranger in Racine.   Pat worked at Millfab, and Northwest Fabrics.  ...

Craig  S. Klyve

Craig S. Klyve

Oct 23, 2009

Craig Klyve, our beloved son, brother, husband, father, uncle and friend, who is cherished by all who knew him, died far too early when he unexpectedly took his life on Friday, October 23, 2009.   To those who knew and loved him, Craig was joyful, nurturing, playful, honest, devoted and hard-working.   He loved to be active outdoors and laugh...

Allan  N. Sherman

Allan N. Sherman

Oct 23, 2009

Madison - Allan N. Sherman, age 78, passed a way peacefully on October 23, 2009, at home.

He was born on March 18, 1931 in Bloomer, WI, the son of Torvald and Sigrid (Helgesen) Sherman. He was united in marriage to Jeanette (Jan) Boehnen, on January 20, 1951.

He was a graduate of Madison Central High School and was a member of Bethel...

Margaret Allan

Margaret Allan

Oct 22, 2009

Margaret M. Allan, age 86, passed away peacefully Thursday, October 22, 2009.   She was born April 10, 1923 the daughter of James and Anna ( Campbell) O Hagan in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.   She had resided in Madison for the past four years.   Margaret is survived by her loving daughters; Anne (Daniel) Whitesel, and Joan (James) Schuetz, and sisters;...

Mary  Louise Davison

Mary Louise Davison

Oct 22, 2009

Madison -- Mary Louise Davison (nee Wright), age 81, died on Thursday, October 22, 2009 at Meriter Hospital in Madison. She was born on July 9, 1928 to Arthur and Evelyn (Livens) Wright in Milwaukee. Mary graduated from Janesville High School in 1946. As a single mother, she obtained her master's degree in library science from the University of Wisconsin...

Frederick  C. Winding,  Jr.

Frederick C. Winding, Jr.

Oct 22, 2009

MADISON - Frederick C. Winding, Jr., age 80, passed away on Wednesday, October 22, 2009 at the Ellen and Peter Johnson HospiceCare Center with his family by his side. He was born on April 2, 1929 in Milwaukee, the son of Frederick C. Winding, Sr. and Ruth M. Winding (nee Davidson). He graduated from Wauwatosa High School and the University...

Mary  M. Powers

Mary M. Powers

Oct 22, 2009

POWERS, MARY M.   Mary M. Powers, age 50, died Thursday, October 22, 2009 in her home.   She was born January 14, 1959, in Madison, the daughter of Francis and Audrey (Weisensel) Powers. Mary was a veteran of the US Army.   Prior to returning to Madison, she had been employed as a nurses aide in several nursing homes.  ...

Margaret Toppel

Margaret Toppel

Oct 21, 2009

Madison - Margaret (Peggy) Toppel (nee Rasmussen), age 61, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 21, 2009 at home. Peggy was born in Milwaukee, WI on April 15, 1948, the daughter of Maryalice (Maier) and the late Robert Rasmussen. She is survived by loving husband, Lewis; children, Leah, Dana (Denice), and Benjamin (Rainbow); grandchildren, Morris and Willa; and brothers, Robert,...

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