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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.
Raymond A Harris
May 4, 2009
 Raymond A. Harris, age 55, passed away on May 4, 2009  at Meriter Hospital, after a very short and intense illness. Beloved son of Ivy and Bill (dec'd) and dear brother of Bill, Ivy, and Kevin. He was greatly loved and will be sorely missed by his family, friends, and colleagues. No flowers please but donations, if desired, may...
Elaine Lois Hubred
May 4, 2009
Elaine L. Hubred, age 82, passed away on Monday, May 4, 2009 at the Alma Nelson Nursing Home in Rockford, IL. Â She was born in Stoughton on August 15, 1926, a daughter of Earl and Irene (Bailey) Aaberg, Sr. Â Elaine enjoyed embroidery work, as well as vegetable and flower gardening. Â She was a member of the Ladies...
Julie Ann Anderson
May 3, 2009
Sun Prairie-Julie Ann Anderson, age 62, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, May 3, 2009 at UW Hospital, Madison. Julie was born on May 26, 1946 in Princeton, IL, the daughter of Elmer and Berenice (Rosene) Dersham. Julie was a 1964 graduate of Walnut High School, Walnut, IL and a graduate of UW-Madison, School of Letters and Science with French, German...
Howard M. Buenzli
May 2, 2009
MADISON- Howard M. Buenzli, age 93, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 2, 2009, at Attic Angel Place. Howard was born in Madison on November 5, 1915, to August and Elizabeth Buenzli. He graduated from East High School and the University of Wisconsin with a degree in Philosophy in 1937, and a Doctor of Laws Degree in 1939. He was...
Rose Marie Haack
May 2, 2009
Madison - Rose Marie Haack (Roz), age 72, died on Saturday, May 2, 2009, at her home in Madison. She was born on May 16, 1936 in Loretta, WI, the daughter of Nick and Marie Basic. She was a loving mother, grandmother and sister. Many of her happiest moments were spent at Burke Station with her many friends...
Melvin Aubrey Thornton
May 1, 2009
Middleton - Melvin Aubrey Thornton chose Worker's Day, May 1, 2009 to finish his work in this world and move on to the next.  He was a proud member, past president, and friend to International Typographical Union Local 106 for more than 60 years, working most of them at Madison Newspapers Inc. and finishing his career as a shop foreman...
Ingeborg Johanna Maria Albert
May 1, 2009
Madison - Ingeborg Johanna Maria Albert (Felix) died Friday, May 1st after a long but uncomplaining battle against Alzheimer's Syndrome. Ingeborg was born in Netzschkau, Germany on Feb. 1, 1925. She was a precocious child and grew up fast during WWII. She lost two brothers and personally survived the firebombing of Dresden. These horrors were followed by incredible kindness and...
Jean Mary Wagner
May 1, 2009
Madison -- Jean Mary Wagner, nee Eberhardt, age 88 passed away on Friday, May 1, 2009. She was born on July 30, 1920 to John and Clara (Slater) Eberhardt. In 1938, Jean graduated from New Lisbon High School and then attended UW-Madison. During WWII Jean worked for Pan American Airlines in Miami, Fl, where she was trained in operations and...
Lorraine Evelyn Lund
May 1, 2009
Stoughton- Lorraine Evelyn Lund, age 84, entered God's kingdom on Friday, May 1, 2009. She was born on November 1, 1924, the daughter of Christ and Tilla (Femrite) Bothum. On November 2, 1944 she married Melvin Nordahl Lund. Lorraine was an excellent baker and was a cook for several nursing homes in Stoughton. Her hobbies included a love for antiquing...
Judith Anklam Devereux
Apr 30, 2009
Madison/Rhinelander - Judi Anklam Devereux, 48, died on April 30, 2009, after many years of living with ALS. She was born on May 27, 1960, in Rhinelander, Wisconsin.  Judi graduated from Rhinelander High School in 1978 and received her bachelor's degree from UW-Madison. Upon graduation, Judi worked at Marshall Erdman & Associates and Strang Inc. She was a member...
Henry O. Leikness
Apr 28, 2009
Sun Prairie/Stoughton- Henry O. Leikness, age 80, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at Meriter Hospital. He was born in Stoughton on March 25, 1929 the first of 15 children to Henry and Olivia (Offerdahl) Leikness. On July 25, 1949 Henry married Arlene Thompson at First Lutheran Church in Stoughton. He is survived by his wife of 60...
Mary Ann Emerson
Apr 27, 2009
Sun PrairieMary Ann Emerson, age 96, passed away on Monday, April 27, 2009 at The Willows. She was born on June 26, 1912 in Madison, the daughter of Ben and Elizabeth (Gunning) Henke. She was a longtime resident of Sun Prairie and lived in Blue Mounds prior to moving here. Her employment included working at WI Porcelain Company, WI Cheeseman,...
Gordon Charles Thomas
Apr 27, 2009
SUN PRAIRIE THOMAS, GORDON C. Gordon C. Thomas, age 83, died Monday, April 27, 2009 in a Madison hospital. He was born July 9, 1925 in Waukegan, IL, the son of Claire and Myrtle (LaMoine) Thomas. Prior to his retirement in 1984, Gordon spent 35 years teaching and coaching in Lake Villa, Round Lake and the Mundelein Illinois schools. He was...
Thomas D. Patenaude
Apr 27, 2009
MADISON- Tom ""Bam Bam"" Patenaude, age 40, passed away unexpectedly from a heart attack on Monday, April 27, 2009. Tom was born March 25, 1969, in Milwaukee, the son of Errol and LueAnne (Wetzel) Patenaude. He was a 1987 graduate of Madison West High School and worked various jobs within the City of Madison Parks Department. Tom was an avid...
Helen Van Oosbree
Apr 26, 2009
Madison - Helen Van Oosbree, age 57, passed away on April 26, 2009 peacefully at home surrounded by her family after battling cancer for four months. Helen Aileen Molloy was born December 26, 1951, in Emmetsburg, Iowa, the 7th of 10 children to Joseph and Teresa Molloy. Helen married her high-school sweetheart, Tom Van Oosbree, on December 30, 1972. Helen...
Daniel John Binsack
Apr 25, 2009
MADISON- Daniel J. Binsack, age 61, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, April 25, 2009, at the University Hospital. Dan was born March 22, 1948, in Milwaukee, to parents George and Charlotte Binsack. After graduating from high school in Milwaukee, he attended the UW-Milwaukee for one year before deciding to enlist into the U.S. Army during Vietnam in...
Virginia 'Ginny' C. Santos
Apr 24, 2009
Virginia 'Ginny' C. Santos, age 73, passed away at her home in Stoughton on Friday, April 24, 2009. Â She was born in Muscoda on December 28, 1935, a daughter of Edward and Blanche (Yarish) Schneider. Â On February 20, 1954, she was united in marriage to William Santos. Â Ginny loved her family and children. Â She raised seven...
Donna Jeanne 'Nean' Olson
Apr 23, 2009
Donna Jeanne Olson, ""Nean"", age 81, passed to eternal life on April 23, 2009 at Skaalen Home in Stoughton. Â She was born on October 17, 1927 to Margery (Contell) and Carroll Ray in Prairie du Chien. Â Along with her parents, sisters and brother, she was part of the ""Ray's Sunshine Kiddie's Revue"", a family vaudeville touring group. Â ...
Dr. Helene Lucy Dwyer
Apr 23, 2009
Dwyer, Dr. Helene L. Madison  Dr. Helene Lucy Dwyer, age 68, passed away on Thursday, April 23, 2009 surrounded by her loved ones. Helene was diagnosed with ALS in October 2006, and since, while dealing with a terribly debilitating disease and constantly worsening state of physical health, she remained, always, a soul of calm, kindness, beauty, and warmth.  ...
Muriel 'Mim' Wersland
Apr 23, 2009
Muriel 'Mim' Wersland, age 73, passed away at her home in Stoughton, surrounded by her family, on Thursday, April 23, 2009. Â She was born in the Town of Christiana on January 14, 1936, a daughter of Neville and Anna (Dahl) Fosdal. Â She grew up in Utica and graduated from Stoughton High School. Â She married Iver Wersland on...
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