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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.

Richard  John Cone

Richard John Cone

May 22, 2009

  FITCHBURG CONE, RICHARD J. Richard J. Cone, age 60, passed away Friday, May 22, 2009 at the Hospice Care Center in Fitchburg, surrounded by family and friends.  He was born in Portage, March 1, 1949, the son of Clifford and Norma (Foster) Cone.  Richard was an R.N. for 27 years.  When his son and father died he thought he...

James  Roger Kennedy

James Roger Kennedy

May 22, 2009

Madison -- James ""Jim"" Roger Kennedy, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 22, 2009 , at the Don and Marilyn Anderson HospiceCare Center , Fitchburg , WI after a long and courageous battle with emphysema and esophageal cancer.   He was born in Monroe , Wisconsin to Howard and Blanche (Young) Kennedy on June 21, 19 40 .   He...

Jason Laufenberg

Jason Laufenberg

May 21, 2009

Jason Laufenberg, age 20, of Ashton, died on Thursday, May 21, 2009, at his home following a gallant battle with leukemia. He was born on Aug. 4, 1988, to Fred and Mary (Endres) in Madison. He graduated from Middleton High School and went on to Madison Area Technical College and received a degree in diesel and heavy equipment technology with...

Lorraine  F. Hanson

Lorraine F. Hanson

May 20, 2009

Lorraine   F.   Hanson, age 90, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 20, 2009 at HospiceCare in Fitchburg.   Lorraine was born on May 9, 1919, the daughter of Edward and Pearl (West) Killerlain.   She met her husband, Bernard, in 1934, and they were married on October 29, 1935.   Bernard passed away on March 27, 1992.  ...

Hazel  Mae Johnson

Hazel Mae Johnson

May 19, 2009

DEERFIELD   JOHNSON, HAZEL M.   Hazel M. Johnson, age 86, died Tuesday, May 19, 2009, at City View Altercare in Madison.   She was born November 27, 1922, in Deerfield, the daughter of Ernest and Della (Nelson) Gottschalk.   She was a member of the Deerfield Lutheran Church and American Legion Auxiliary in Deerfield.   On February 6, 1943...

Steven  J. Weber

Steven J. Weber

May 19, 2009

Madison -- Steven J. Weber, age 49, passed away on Tuesday, May 19, 2009. He was born on February 19, 1960 to George and Donna (Platz) Weber in Madison. Throughout his life, Steven worked with various construction companies. In his free time, he enjoyed trapping and fishing, riding motorcycles, and was a collector of antiques of all kinds. Steven is...

Tom Talerico

Tom Talerico

May 18, 2009

Madison - Tom Talerico, age 41, finished his marathon with leukemia on May 18, 2009. Tom continues to live in the hearts of his wife, Amy and his four daughters, Samantha, Paige, Ren, and Jory. Tom was loved by his mother, Janet, father, Bill, brother, Jim and his family. He will be deeply missed by many wonderful friends and family...

Kae  Ardeth Siverhus

Kae Ardeth Siverhus

May 17, 2009

Madison -- Kae A. Siverhus, age 75 passed away on Sunday, May 17, 2009 at the HospiceCare Facility with her husband by her side. She was born on May 18, 19 33 , the daughter of Alvin and Lucille (Healy) Larson in Minneapolis , MN .   On September 11, 19 55 , Kae was united in marriage to W....

Richard  W. Heine

Richard W. Heine

May 17, 2009

Madison -- Richard ""Dick"" Walter Heine, age 90, died on Sunday, May 17, 2009 at Oakwood West in Madison. He was born on July 22, 1918 in Detroit, Michigan to Walter and Lisette Heine. Dick married the love of his life, Mary A. Conklin, on March 30, 1940. Dick is survived by his daughter, Sally; son Robert; two grandchildren; and...

Edna  Rubenstein Heilprin

Edna Rubenstein Heilprin

May 17, 2009

Madison / Coronado, California / Gilbert, Minnesota - Edna Rubenstein Heilprin, formerly of Gilbert, MN and Madison, WI, passed away the evening of May 17, 2009 at her home in Coronado, California. She was 99, and was surrounded by her grandsons at the time of her passing. She was neither sick nor suffering, but, in her own words, she was...

Clair  Arthur Haas

Clair Arthur Haas

May 17, 2009

Sun Prairie -- Clair Arthur ""Bud"" Haas, age 79, passed away on Sunday, May 17, 2009, at his home in Sun Prairie. He was born on December 2, 1929, the son of Raymond and Esther (Dobroth) Haas. Bud was united in marriage to Carol Hegeman on May 19, 1956 in Dubuque, Iowa. Bud served in the Navy during...

Francie  M. Weber

Francie M. Weber

May 16, 2009

Madison - Francesca ""Francie"" Marie Weber, age 47, of Madison, passed away on Saturday, May 16, 2009 at UW Hospital. Francie graduated from Madison West High School in 1980. She worked many years at UW Hospitals in Medical Records-Distribution and was currently employed at the UW-Health Family Practice in Belleville. Francie was known for her vibrant smile, twinkling eyes and...

Ruth  Eileen Wendling

Ruth Eileen Wendling

May 16, 2009

Rochelle , IL/Madison- Ruth Eileen Wendling went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, May 16, 2009 at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison. She was the daughter of Obed E. and Mabel (Skogen) Larson. Ruth was born February 16, 1931 in McFarland, WI. She married John Wendling on March 25, 1951, in McFarland. Ruth was...

Patricia  J. Campbell

Patricia J. Campbell

May 15, 2009

Campbell, Patricia J.   Verona -- Patricia J. Campbell, age 79, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 15, 2009 at her home.   She was born on October 29, 1929 in Freeport , IL , to the parents of William Hutton and Freda Elva (Meeker) Bryant.   Pat graduated from West High School in 1947.   She was united in...

Catherine M Katie' Ballweg

Catherine M Katie' Ballweg

May 15, 2009

ASHTON/ WAUNAKEE   Catherine M. ""Katie"" Ballweg, age 94, passed away on Friday, May 15, 2009. Katie was born on July 4, 1914, in the Town of Roxbury to Adam and Julia (Werla) Bong. She was united in marriage to Mathias ""Math"" Ballweg on Oct. 29, 1935, at St. Norbert's Catholic Church in Roxbury. They farmed in the Town of...

Barbara  B. Shapiro

Barbara B. Shapiro

May 15, 2009

Madison -- Barbara B. Shapiro, age 79, died of cancer at her home on Friday, May 15, 2009 .   Barbara was born in Fond du Lac , WI on November 24, 19 29 to Gladys (Rogge) and Theodore Brenner Sr.   She graduated from Goodrich High School in 1947 and went on to gain her BA degree in history...

Andrea  Rose Garcia

Andrea Rose Garcia

May 15, 2009

Madison -- Andrea Rose Garcia, age 19, passed away on her mother's birthday, Friday, May 15, 2009 ,  following a tragic automobile accident. She was born on April 7, 1990 , the daughter of Andrew and Jean (Besadny) Garcia in Madison . Andrea was a 2008 Memorial High School graduate and recently completed her first year at MATC. She was...

Brian  D. Smart

Brian D. Smart

May 15, 2009

MADISON- Brian Douglas Smart, age 52, died at St. Mary's hospital on Friday, May l5, 2009,of acute pancreatitis and congestive heart failure. He was born October 21, 1956, the second of four boys to F. James and Avis (Splies) Smart in Madison, Wisconsin. Brian, as a young man, was an athlete, playing football and basketball in high school and excelling...

Charles  Allen Overheu

Charles Allen Overheu

May 14, 2009

Sun Prairie-Charles A. Overheu, age 71, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 14, 2009 at his home.  He was born on August 26, 1937 in Barrington, IL the son of William & Marjorie (Schick) Overheu. Charles was united in marriage to Cindy Meyer on September 21, 1991 in Utica, IL.  He served his country for over 40 years. He first...

Jean  Mardell Otteson

Jean Mardell Otteson

May 13, 2009

Jean M. Otteson, age 77, of Cottage Grove passed away on Wednesday, May 13, 2009, at her home, holding the hand of her husband of 58 years. She was born to Lennie and Elenore (Starks) Dahl and was raised on the farm on which she would raise her own family of seven. She graduated from Stoughton High School and attended...

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