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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.

Dorothy  Locke Grinde

Dorothy Locke Grinde

Aug 11, 2009

Dorothy Grinde, age 91, passed away on Tues. Aug. 11, 2009 at Oakwood Village West after a long illness. Dorothy grew up in Mount Horeb and graduated from UW-Madison in 1941. She married Dr. John Grinde and was a life long resident of DeForest. Dorothy taught speech and English at DeForest High School. She is survived by her sons, Thomas...

David  M. Dunham

David M. Dunham

Aug 11, 2009

David M. Dunham, age 54, died unexpectedly Tuesday, August 11, 2009 in Madison.  He was born October 2, 1954, in Madison, the son of Arthur and Claire Dunham.  David was employed by the State of Wisconsin for over 20 years, most recently by the Department of Corrections.  On November 20, 1993, David was united in marriage with the former Deborah...

Andrew  C. Aberle

Andrew C. Aberle

Aug 11, 2009

Aberle, Andrew Madison -- Andrew C. Aberle, age 22, passed away at his home in Fitchburg on Tuesday, August 11, 2009.   He was born in Davenport, Iowa on July 1, 1987, a son of Alan and Cheri (Linder) Aberle.   He served his country in the Army as a member of the Old Guard.   Andrew recently graduated from...

Josephine  A. Cerro

Josephine A. Cerro

Aug 9, 2009

Madison -- Josephine A. Cerro, age 86, passed away peacefully on August 9, 2009. Jo was born in Madison on May 7, 1923 the daughter of Callisto (Joseph) and Domenica Cerro. Jo graduated from Central High School. She worked at the UW -- Madison Registrar's office for 39 years until her retirement in 1986. She was preceded in death by...

Ella  Sue Steinkopf

Ella Sue Steinkopf

Aug 9, 2009

Madison -- Ella Sue Steinkopf, four months old passed away in her parents arms on Sunday, August 9, 2009 .   She was born on March 30, 2009 in Madison, the daughter of Lloyd and Beth (Harrington) Steinkopf.   Ella from the start was given many challenges and had an unbelievable internal strength that helped her brave her many battles....

Sena  Belle Grauvogl

Sena Belle Grauvogl

Aug 8, 2009

SUN PRAIRIE/STOUGHTON - Sena Belle Grauvogl, age 88, passed away on August 8, 2009 at the Nazareth Health and Rehab Center in Stoughton, WI.   She was born September 11, 1920 in Sauk County, the daughter of William & Matilda (Nolden) Paepke.  She married Donald Grauvogl on May 10, 1938 and together they raised eight children.  The pride that...

Cecelia Hiesiger

Cecelia Hiesiger

Aug 8, 2009

MADISON- Cecelia Hiesiger, age 91, died August 8, 2009, at University Hospital of complications after a fall in her apartment. She will be deeply missed by her Madison and extended family and friends. Cecelia was the consummate New Yorker. She was born there, the daughter of Charles M. and Julia (Moskowitz) Hiesiger, was educated in the city's public schools, and...

Dolores  J. Clemann

Dolores J. Clemann

Aug 8, 2009

Sun Prairie- Dolores J. (nee Douglas) Clemann, age 77, passed away on Saturday, August 8, 2009 at her home.  She was born on June 9, 1932 in Galesburg, Illinois, the daughter of Raymond & Beulah (Gustafson) Douglas.   She was united in marriage to Edward W. ""Bill"" Clemann on April 30, 1954 in Moline, IL and he preceded her in death...

Margaret Logan

Margaret Logan

Aug 8, 2009

Logan, Margaret Waupaca- Margaret Logan, age 49 of Waupaca, died on August 8, 2009 at Appleton Medical Center in Appleton.   Burial will take place Monday, August 17, 2009 at 1:30pm at Lutheran Cemetery South in Stoughton with the Rev. Scott Geister-Jones officiating.  

James  P. Osborne

James P. Osborne

Aug 7, 2009

Madison- James P. ""Jim"" Osborne passed away on Friday August 7, 2009, at St. Mary's Hospital after a 15 month battle with lung cancer, surrounded by his wife and children. He was born March 22, 1939, to Harold and Alice Osborne in the same hospital in which he passed. A true Madisonian, he went to school at Lakewood and Blessed...

Rueben  E. Anderson

Rueben E. Anderson

Aug 7, 2009

Rueben E. Anderson

Sun Prairie- Our dear husband, dad, grandpa and great-grandpa Rueben E. Anderson passed away peacefully on August 7, 2009 at the age of 82 after a long courageous battle with cancer surrounded by his loving family.

Rueben Anderson was born September 4, 1926 in Decorah, Iowa, the son of Andrew and Clara (Skaim) Anderson. He was united...

Gregory  L. Weidephul

Gregory L. Weidephul

Aug 7, 2009

Gregory L. Weidephul, age 76, of Sun Prairie passed away at home surrounded by loved ones after a short battle with cancer. He is the son of Theodore and Alice (Flitter) Weidephul and was born July 10th 1933 in Morgan Township, Indiana. He was united in marriage to Phyllis Heiman on November 19th 1971. He is survived by his wife,...

James  Edward Amundson

James Edward Amundson

Aug 6, 2009

STOUGHTON- James ""Jim"" Amundson, age 53, of Stoughton, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, August 6, 2009, at the Stoughton Hospital. Jim was born in Stoughton on December 19, 1955, to Roger and the late Barbara (nee Pfundheller) Amundson. Jim graduated from Stoughton High School and was a past member of the Norwegian Dancers of Stoughton. Jim was a Brewers' fan...

Thomas  Roy Sundahl

Thomas Roy Sundahl

Aug 5, 2009

Madison -- Thomas Roy Sundahl, age 66, passed away on Wednesday, August 5, 2009, at Meriter Hospital in Madison. He was born on January 17, 1943 in New Richmond, WI, the son of Roy and Margaret (Field) Sundahl. Tom was a long time resident of State Street living above the Pub. He worked for Gardners Bakery for 28 years.

Tom...

Georgia  Huston Belshaw

Georgia Huston Belshaw

Aug 5, 2009

STOUGHTON- Georgia Huston Belshaw, age 84, a lifelong resident of Stoughton, passed away on Wednesday, August 5, 2009, surrounded by her loving family, at the Sienna Meadows facility in Oregon, WI. Georgia was born on April 23, 1925 in Stoughton, the daughter of the late Andrew and Lena (nee Heggestad) Femrite. Georgia married the late Richard Huston and...

Georgia Belshaw

Georgia Belshaw

Aug 5, 2009

STOUGHTON- Georgia Huston Belshaw, age 84, a resident of Stoughton, passed away on Wednesday, August 5, 2009, surrounded by her loving family, at the Sienna Meadows facility in Oregon, WI. Georgia was born on April 23, 1925 in Stoughton, the daughter of the late Andrew and Lena (nee Heggestad) Femrite. Georgia married the late Richard Huston and later was remarried...

Helen  V. Mundt

Helen V. Mundt

Aug 4, 2009

Sun Prairie Helen V. Mundt, age 74, passed away on Tuesday, August 4, 2009 at St. Mary's Hospital, Madison.  She was born on April 14, 1935 in St. Paul, MN the daughter of  Frances & Viva (Nunamaker) Hoopes.  Helen was united in marriage to Marvin Mundt on April 20, 1957 in Sun Prairie. In addition to her husband Marvin survivors...

Mary ""Maggie"" Margaret Magee

Mary ""Maggie"" Margaret Magee

Aug 4, 2009

Madison-Mary Margaret Maggie' Magee, age 54, passed away August 4th, 2009 from complications of myeloma.   She was born August 4th, 1955, and from there she moved through the world with tremendous will and energy.   Maggie was a beautiful force in the lives of her friends, family, and all those she met.   The people she loved were made...

Robert  E. Hughes

Robert E. Hughes

Aug 4, 2009

BEAVER DAM/MADISON Robert E. Hughes, age 91, died Tuesday, August 4, 2009 in Beaver Dam.  He was born July 26, 1918, in Rockford, IL, the son of William and Ruby (Smith) Hughes.  Prior to his retirement in 1984, Bob had been employed by MATC.  On July 8, 1944, Bob was united in marriage with Jeanette Abbott in Plainfield. Survivors include...

Charles  F. Koval

Charles F. Koval

Aug 3, 2009

Charles F. Koval, age 71, lost his valiant battle to multiple myeloma on Aug. 3, 2009. Chuck was raised on a family farm in northern Wisconsin. He married Patricia Riley and then attended Northland College where he earned a bachelor's degree in biology. This was followed by a Ph. D. from the University of Wisconsin -- Madison in entomology. Chuck...

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