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.

W.  Thomas Lamm

W. Thomas Lamm

Dec 6, 2009

P   Madison -- W. Thomas Lamm, age 60, beloved father, brother and friend, passed away unexpectedly in his sleep, of natural causes, on Thursday, December 3, 2009.   Tom was a gentle, loving and highly principled soul.   He grew up in Middleton, Wisconsin in the 1950s and 60s, and was fond of noting that at different times his...

Beatrice ""Bea"" E. Lynch

Beatrice ""Bea"" E. Lynch

Dec 6, 2009

Beatrice ""Bea"" E. Lynch, age 92, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 6, 2009 at Oakwood Meadows in Madison.   She was born on April 20, 1917, the daughter of Norbert and Caroline (Faust) Endres in Madison.   ""Bea"" was united in marriage to James P. Lynch on November 26, 1942 in Madison.   She graduated from the University of...

Jacqueline  Marie Peterson

Jacqueline Marie Peterson

Dec 6, 2009

Madison/ Waunakee -Jacqueline Marie Peterson, age 82 years died peacefully at her home in Waunakee on Sunday, December 6, 2009 and was welcomed home into the loving arms of Jesus her Savior. The former Jacqueline Franey was born on October 16, 1927 in Madison to John and Josephine (Kalscheur) Franey. She married Eugene Peterson on July 3, 1946 in Madison....

Jack  B. Mitchell

Jack B. Mitchell

Dec 6, 2009

Madison - The long good life of Jack B. Mitchell came to its inevitable conclusion Sunday December 6, 2009, exactly 98 years and 11 months after his birth in Oldham, Lancashire, England. At the age of one, Jack and his mother joined his father in Detroit Michigan, where he spent most of his youth and working life. He...

Myrinda Obrecht

Myrinda Obrecht

Dec 5, 2009

Myrinda Obrecht, age 100, passed away on Saturday, December 5, 2009 at University Hospital in Madison.   She was born in Lodi on January 26, 1909, a daughter of Norwegian immigrant parents, Thomas J. and Gertie (Thompson) Thompson.   On April 7, 1930, she was united in marriage to James R. Obrecht.   Myrinda was a humble woman of integrity...

Agnes  Sylvia Zimmerman

Agnes Sylvia Zimmerman

Dec 5, 2009

Milwaukee/Waterloo/Marshall- Agnes Sylvia Zimmerman, age 88, passed away on Saturday, December 5, 2009 at the HospiceCare Center, Fitchburg of natural causes. She was born on December 31, 1920 in Milwaukee the daughter of Michael & Anna (Pawlinski) Urbaniak. Agnes was united in marriage to Gerald Zimmerman on March 14, 1942 in Milwaukee. She is survived by her loving husband, Gerald...

Robert  P Bohn

Robert P Bohn

Dec 5, 2009

Madison-Robert P. Bohn, age 87, passed away on Saturday, December 5, 2009 at the HospiceCare Center, Fitchburg. He was born on May 15, 1922 and united in marriage to June Gustafson. Robert has been a longtime resident of Madison. He was a graduate of the University Of Wisconsin- School Of Engineering. Robert was employed for over 30 years with Wisconsin...

Constance ""Connie"" R. Rowe

Constance ""Connie"" R. Rowe

Dec 5, 2009

Constance (Connie) Rebecca Clark Pfister Rowe, 93, of Middleton, passed away Saturday, December 5, 2009, at  University Hospital, Madison.      Connie had been in the hospital for just a day and had been in generally good health before that. Actually, for 93, she was in remarkably good health, using her walker to get around. She was on no prescription medications, taking a...

Leona  M. Pulvermacher

Leona M. Pulvermacher

Dec 5, 2009

Sun Prairie-Leona M. Pulvermacher, age 86, passed away on Saturday, December 5, 2009 at her home. She was born on March 9, 1924 in Wauzeka the daughter of Purl & Shirley (Habel) Barrette. Leona was united in marriage to her husband of 56 years, John S. Pulvermacher on September 18, 1942. She is survived by her daughter, Linda (Donald) Hart,...

Kaete Granick

Kaete Granick

Dec 5, 2009

Kaete Granick, devoted mother, sister, and wife, died peacefully in her retirement home in Madison, Wisconsin on December 5, 2009. She was born in Berlin, Germany on August 7, 1920 to Flora Karpen, a medical doctor, and Kurt Boenheim, an attorney. With her twin sister, Eva Hirsch, she was close all of their lives, and never stopped missing her after...

Fred  Edward Lengfeld

Fred Edward Lengfeld

Dec 5, 2009

Madison - Fred Edward Lengfeld, age 92, died on Saturday, December 5, 2009. Fred was born May 8, 1917 in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, the son of Edward and Catherine Heilberger Lengfeld. In 1936, he earned his Eagle Scout award, Bronze, Silver and Gold Palms. He married Ida Jean Carollo in August 1956. They were married for 53 years. He received his...

Liem  Gia Phung

Liem Gia Phung

Dec 3, 2009

Sun Prairie-Liem Gia Phung, age 86, passed away on Thursday, Dec. 3, 2009 at St Mary's. He was born on February 24, 1923 in Viet Nam. While living in Viet Nam, Liem taught school for many years. He moved to the United States in 1979 and settled in Madison where he was the bookkeeper at the family owned Cathay House...

Tracy Lynn and Deja Renee Judd

Tracy Lynn and Deja Renee Judd

Dec 3, 2009

Middleton -- Tracy Lynn Judd, age 33, and her beautiful daughter, Deja Renee, 23 months, died unexpectedly on Thursday, December 3, 2009. Tracy graduated from Verona High School and was currently attending MATC. She had many passions in life, including baking, biking, music, dancing, gardening and being a renaissance woman. She was a health and wellness healer who enjoyed sports....

Richard  David Stratton

Richard David Stratton

Dec 2, 2009

Rick (Richard David) Stratton, age 61, of Madison, died suddenly on Wednesday, December 2, 2009.   Rick was born on July 23, 1948 to Guy and Irene (Berg) Stratton in Madison, Wisconsin.   He graduated from Madison West in 1966 and attended Waldorf College in Iowa.   He was a long time Madison resident.   He was preceded in death...

Randall  Dean Will

Randall Dean Will

Dec 2, 2009

Madison- Randall D. ""Randi"" Will, age 47, passed away unexpectedly on natural causes on Wednesday Dec 2, 2009. He was born on December 15, 1961 in Madison the son of Otto & PatsyLou (Lienke) Will, Sr. Randi was a founder of Mrs. Beasters Biskits (Natural Pet Treat Company) that he was very proud of. He is survived by his mother...

George  M. Loniello

George M. Loniello

Dec 2, 2009

George M. Loniello passed away unexpectedly and peacefully at home on Wed. Dec. 2, 2009 year of our Lord. George was born on August 17, 1942 in Madison to Sam Sr. and Olymbia Loniello. George is survived by his mother; brothers, Sam Jr., Gary, Nick, and 12 nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by...

Michael  Jonathan Bourne

Michael Jonathan Bourne

Dec 2, 2009

Michael Jonathan Bourne, age 41, died Wednesday, December 2, 2009, in his Madison home. Born in Minnesota, Michael lived most of his life in Madison, graduating from Madison West High and the UW-Madison. A competitive gamer, he made a formidable opponent in complex strategy games. Michael also loved the outdoors; he camped in all seasons, sailed, skied, snorkeled, scuba dived,...

Julia  M. Holverson

Julia M. Holverson

Dec 1, 2009

McFarland- Julia M. Holverson, age 101, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday, December 1, 2009 at MariAnne's Elder House in McFarland.   She was born on a farm in Rio on October 3, 1908 the fifth of six children to Charles and Margaret (Meider) Holly.   Julia graduated from Rio High School in 1927, attended Normal Teachers College...

Dorothy  C. Middleton

Dorothy C. Middleton

Dec 1, 2009

COTTAGE GROVE   MIDDLETON, DOROTHY C.   Dorothy C. Middleton, age 89, died Tuesday, December 1, 2009 in Fitchburg.   She was born January 30, 1920, in Stoughton, the daughter of Marshall and Ethel (Lind) Peterson.   Prior to her retirement in 1981, Dorothy had been employed by the WI   Motor Vehicle Department for 21 years.   She was a long...

Johanna  Marie' Jerdee

Johanna Marie' Jerdee

Nov 30, 2009

Johanna 'Marie' Jerdee, age 89, passed away at her home in Brooklyn on Monday, November 30, 2009.   She was born in the Town of Pleasant Springs on December 16, 1919, a daughter of John and Susan (Erdahl) Wersland.   On October 3, 1942, she was united in marriage to Arthur N. Jerdee in Dubuque, Iowa.   Together, they farmed...

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