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.
Jacob ""Jack"" O. Fritz
Nov 11, 2009
Sun Prairie-Jacob ""Jack"" Fritz, age 85, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Wednesday, November 11, 2009. Jack was born in LaCrosse, the son of Otto and Sabina Fritz. He graduated from LaCrosse High School. He worked at Camp McCoy until he was inducted into the Army at age 18 to serve in WWII. He was part...
Dr. Joseph Edward Schmiedicke
Nov 10, 2009
 Madison - Dr. Joseph Edward Schmiedicke, 71, son, husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, scholar, philosopher, educator, innovator, writer, analyst, strategist, debater, mentor, carpenter, craftsman, storyteller, genealogist, chef, organic gardener, chocolate lover, videographer, and Apple computer wizard, died peacefully on Tuesday, November 10, 2009, surrounded by family at the Don and Marilyn Anderson HospiceCare Center in Fitchburg, Wisconsin.  Joe...
Rose Marie Whitten
Nov 10, 2009
Rose M. WhittenRose Marie Whitten died on Tuesday, November 10, 2009 at the age of 78, after a battle with cancer. Rose was born on July 13, 1931 in Norton, VA, but was raised in Lynchburg, VA by her parents, the late Daniel and Alma (Mahoney) McNerney. She attended Randolph Macon Women's College and earned a B.A. in Sociology. Upon...
John M. Nitka
Nov 10, 2009
SUN PRAIRIE NITKA, JOHN M.  John M. Nitka, age 56, died Tuesday November 10, 2009 in Fitchburg.  He was born May 12, 1953 in Madison, the son of Joseph and Marion (Turk) Nitka.  John was a great Packer fan and  enjoyed working on cars in his spare time.  He was known for his amazing and witty...
Ruth S. Pangier
Nov 9, 2009
Madison - Ruth S. Pangier, age 76, died on Monday, November 9, 2009 at the Badger Prairie Health Care Center in Verona. She was born on September 17, 1933 in Madison to parents Sidney and Mary Thompson. Ruth graduated from West High School in 1952 and went on to attend the University of Wisconsin, Madison. She was married to Douglas...
Charles Triller II
Nov 7, 2009
Charles ""Skip"" Joseph Triller II, passed away on November 7, 2009 at University Hospital, Madison following a tragic event that led to a critical injury. Â He was born on January 29, 1949 in Buffalo, NY to Charles and Charlotte Triller. Â Skip moved to Madison, WI with his family in 1955. Â Following his graduation from Eau Claire University...
Henrietta 'Etta' M. Hoverson
Nov 7, 2009
Henrietta Etta' M. Hoverson, died on Saturday, November 7, 2009 at Stoughton Hospital. Â She was born in Stoughton, a daughter of the late Peter and Jennie (Ehle) Onsrud. Â She attended the Stoughton Public Schools, and furthered her education at the former Madison Business College. Â She was employed by the Wisconsin State Board of Health, the Department of...
Lester A. Druck
Nov 6, 2009
Lester A. Druck, age 92, passed away on Thursday, November 6, 2009, after a short illness. Â Lester was born on June 19, 1917, to William and Etta Druck in St. Paul Minnesota. Â He was an award winning tennis player in high school and college. Academically gifted, he graduated from high school a year early. Â From 1934 to...
Beverly J. Pharo
Nov 6, 2009
Madison -- Beverly J. Pharo, age 78, died on Friday, November 6, 2009 at the Capitol Lakes Health Center after a long illness. She was born on September 8, 1931 in Madison to parents, Jack and Hella Johnson. Bev lived in Madison in the Nakoma neighborhood. She attended Nakoma School through 8th grade, then attended and graduated from West High...
Mary M. Zeller
Nov 6, 2009
Mary M. "" GiGI"" Zeller, age 89, passed away on Friday, November 6, 2009 at the home of her granddaughter. She was born on May 26, 1920 in Richland County the daughter of Hugh & Ruby (Mallo) Scallon. Mary was united in marriage to John J. Zeller on April 11, 1942 in Richland Center and they enjoyed over 44 years...
Clarence Dlouhy
Nov 6, 2009
Clarence Dlouhy, age 97, passed away on Friday, November 6, 2009 at the HospiceCare Center in Fitchburg. He was born on August 8, 1912 in Chicago, IL. On August 31, 1934, he was united in marriage with Janet Huptych and she preceded him in death on Nov. 3, 2006. He was raised in the Chicago area and retired after 32...
Douglas S. Terhune, Sr.
Nov 6, 2009
Madison-Douglas S. Terhune, Sr., age 96 passed away on Friday, November 6, 2009 at the HospiceCare Center, Fitchburg. He was born on May 5, 1913 in New Jersey the son of Stephen A. & Mary Ellen (Hoagland) Terhune. Douglas was united in marriage to Katherine Blackwell on October 3, 1937 and they enjoyed 58 years of marriage until her death...
Lorraine E. Kelln
Nov 6, 2009
Lorraine E. Kelln, age 93, passed away on Friday, November 6, 2009. She was born in Milwaukee, WI on March 14, 1916, the daughter of Albert and Lena (Gauger) Riemer. Lorraine spent most of her life in Milwaukee and Sussex and moved to Cottage Grove in 2004. On June 17, 1939 she was united in marriage with Jacob ""Jack"" Kelln...
Angeline Payton
Nov 4, 2009
Angeline (Angie) Rundell Payton passed away peacefully on November 4th, 2009 at the age of 80 after a brief illness. Â Angie will be remembered for her thoughtfulness and caring towards others, her generosity and quick wit, and her love of animals. Â Family was incredibly important to Angie and she was a constant source of love and support to...
Kelly Marie McGraw-Campa
Nov 3, 2009
Sun Prairie-Kelly M. McGraw-Campa, age 33, passed away unexpectedly at UW Hospital of natural causes on Tuesday, Nov.3, 2009. Kelly was born on September 3, 1976 in Beloit, WI the daughter of Michael and Deborah (Schrader) McGraw. She was a graduate of Watertown High School. Kelly was employed as a CNA with UW Hospitals. She was a very helpful, giving...
Patricia Kathryn Leverentz
Nov 3, 2009
DeForest -- Patricia Kathryn Leverentz, age 63, passed away on November 3, 2009 at her home in DeForest. She was born September 29, 1946 at St. Mary's Hospital in Sparta, Wisconsin, the daughter of Lawrence and Helen (Mashak) Hemmersbach. Pat attended St. Mary's Grade School on St. Mary's Ridge and graduated from Cashton High School in 1964. She was...
J. Keith Eccarius
Nov 3, 2009
J. Keith Eccarius, age 52, died Tuesday, November 3, 2009 in his home. Â He was born June 18, 1957, in Chicago, the son of Edward and Nelda (Lemons) Eccarius. Â J. Keith was employed by the University of Wisconsin as a financial analyst, was a member of the Perfect Harmony Men's Chorus and a board member of the New...
Henry J. LaBarge
Nov 3, 2009
Deerfield -- Henry J. LaBarge, age 76, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, November 3, 2009 surrounded by his family. He was born on October 4, 1933, the son of James and Zella (Jones) LaBarge. Hank is survived by his wife, Mary; six children, Brenda (Bob) Dahl, Vicki (Steve) Rank, Tammy (John) Brown, Mark (Barb) LaBarge, Cheryl LaBarge and...
Helen M. Kapelke
Nov 3, 2009
Helen M. Kapelke, age 90 of Stoughton, passed away on Tuesday, November 3, 2009 at HospiceCare in Fitchburg. Â She was born in Janesville on July 24, 1919, a daughter of Benjamin and Gertrude (Isaacs) Nettum. Â Helen graduated from Janesville High School with the Class of 1938. Â She was united in marriage to Lawrence R. Kapelke of North...
Jacob Heifetz
Nov 3, 2009
Madison-Jake Heifetz was born on April 17, 1917, in Lachwa, Poland and died November 3, 2009 . Jake was a special man. He was a father of five, grandfather of six, and was soon to be blessed with the birth of his first great-grandchild. Â Jake himself was the second youngest of seven children born to Arieh and Leah Heifetz....
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