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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.

Charlotte  E. Wadsworth

Charlotte E. Wadsworth

Jan 24, 2009

Charlotte E. Wadsworth, age 95, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 24, 2009 at Sebring Assisted Living in Madison.   Charlotte was born on July 7, 1913 the daughter of James and Hannah (Falk) Solberg in Eau Claire.   She was united in marriage to Irvin Wadsworth on November 4, 1934 in Eau Claire.   The Wadsworth family lived in...

Richard  Douglas Eberhardt

Richard Douglas Eberhardt

Jan 24, 2009

Madison-Richard ""Dick"" Eberhardt, age 74, passed away peacefully January 24, 2009 at home.  Dick was born on March 7, 1934 in Lancaster, WI the son of Guerdon ""Cap"" & Della (McDonald) Eberhardt.  He graduated from Lancaster High School in 1951.  Dick served his country in the U.S.A.F. for four years during the Korean War.  He graduated from the University of...

Alan  F Krueger

Alan F Krueger

Jan 24, 2009

Alan F. Krueger, age 84, died peacefully at HospiceCare in Fitchburg on January 24, 2009.  Alan was born January 4, 1925 the son of Elmer and Cresence (Harter) Krueger in Campbellsport, WI.   He was a graduate of Campbellsport High School, and attended Oshkosh State Teachers College, and Spencerian Buisness College in Milwaukee.   Alan was united in marriage to...

Ursula  Rose Karwacki

Ursula Rose Karwacki

Jan 22, 2009

Ursula ""Shirley"" Rose Karwacki, age 81, passed away on January 22, 2009. Ursula is formerly of McHenry, Illinois and moved to Wisconsin to be closer to family. She was kind, a friend to all, patient, loving, caring, helpful and understanding. She loved her family. She loved flowers, gardening, crafts and piano music. She will be missed by her son Joseph...

Neva  M Benson

Neva M Benson

Jan 22, 2009

STOUGHTON- Neva M. Benson, age 94, died on Thursday, January 22, 2009 in Mobile, Alabama. She was born on April 15, 1914 in Polo, Illinois a daughter of the late Hal & Alice (Hodge) Nichols. Neva had been a long time resident of Dixon, Illinois and later of Stoughton, Wisconsin. She married Harlan Benson on October 2, 1935 in...

Mari  Ann Martin

Mari Ann Martin

Jan 22, 2009

STOUGHTON- Mari Ann Martin, age 64, died peacefully at her home with her family at her side on Thursday, January 22, 2009. Mari was born in Stoughton, October 7, 1944 a daughter of the late Harold and Ingeborg (Halverson) Gullickson. She was educated in the Stoughton schools graduating from the Stoughton High School in 1962. Prior to her illness...

Jerome  F. Saeman

Jerome F. Saeman

Jan 21, 2009

Jerome F. (Jerry) Saeman, age 92, passed away after a full life on Jan. 21, 2009, at home in Madison. He was born April 10, 1916, to Frank J. and Catherine (Karch) Saeman in Cross Plains. He married Veronica Stodola on June 25, 1949. While attending Pio Nono High School in Milwaukee he became ""hooked"" on chemistry, a subject which...

William ""Bill"" Weaver Bailey

William ""Bill"" Weaver Bailey

Jan 21, 2009

MADISON- William ""Bill"" W. Bailey, age 95, passed away on Wednesday, January 21, 2009. He was born in Bloomington, WI on October 20, 1913, the son of Isa and Lee Bailey. He worked for the Borden Co. for 33 years until his retirement in 1978. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, three sisters, two brothers, and...

Timothy  N. Geving

Timothy N. Geving

Jan 21, 2009

Stoughton- Timothy N. ""Dobber"" Geving, age 47, passed away at his home on Wednesday, January 21, 2009.  He was born on November 28, 1961 in Superior, the son of John and Elaine (Orstad) Geving.  Tim attended Duluth, MN and Esko, MN schools.  He played little league baseball, hockey and high school football.  Tim resided in the Stoughton Area since 1979. ...

Avis  H Levin

Avis H Levin

Jan 20, 2009

Avis H. Levin, age 83, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, January 20, 2009.   She was born on June 2, 1925, in New Bedford, Massachusetts, the daughter of Charles and Jean Ofstrock.   She was an excellent student and earned a Bachelor of Science degree at the University of Massachusetts.   After graduation she went to work...

Marian  E. Hauge

Marian E. Hauge

Jan 20, 2009

Deerfield- Marian E. Hauge, age 84, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 20, 2009 at her home.  She was born on March 27, 1924, the daughter of Herman and Augusta (Draeger) Kreuger.  Marian attended Jargo School, Deerfield High School and graduated from Edgerton High School.  After obtaining her teaching degree from the UW-Whitewater Marian taught at many rural schools until...

John  Fitch Michler

John Fitch Michler

Jan 20, 2009

Michler, John F.   MADISON- John F. Michler went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on January 20, 2009.   He was born April 30, 1939 in Merrill, Wisconsin to Hilbert and Clara Michler.   A prominent Wausau attorney, John practiced with the law firm of Ruder Ware since February 1, 1967.    John was a Director...

William Rosenbaum

William Rosenbaum

Jan 20, 2009

Madison- William ""Bill"" Rosenbaum passed away on January 20, 2009 .   Born on June 12, 19 23 , he was raised on an eighty acre farm north of Merrill , WI .   Having graduated from the one room Cotter school and the Merrill High School, Bill enrolled at the University of Wisconsin at Madison, where he was self...

Robert  M Bolz

Robert M Bolz

Jan 19, 2009

Robert Mayer Bolz passed away January 19, 2009 in Madison from pneumonia.   Born in Chicago September 27, 1922, Bolz was the eldest son of Adolph C. and Eugenie Mayer Bolz.   He was preceded in death by his sister Marjorie Bolz Allen and grandson Griffin.   He is survived by his wife of 52 years Anne Wilkins Bolz; son...

Edward Schneider  Jr

Edward Schneider Jr

Jan 19, 2009

Edward Schneider Jr. ""Ed"" died peacefully and went to be with the Lord early on Jan. 19th.   Ed was born on Dec. 31, 1932, the son of Edward and Laura (Mautzdorf) Schneider in Sheboygan.   He worked for the state as a data processor until his retirement.   Ed enjoyed competing in the State and National Senior Olympics during...

Richard  Stephan Stoffels

Richard Stephan Stoffels

Jan 18, 2009

Richard ""Dick"" Stephan Stoffels, age 65, passed away on January 18, 2009 at HospiceCare, of a glioblastoma brain tumor. He was born on August 6, 1943 in Madison, the only son of Franklin and Florence (Caravello) Stoffels. Dick graduated from Madison Central High School in 1961. He was a Madison city letter carrier, served two years in the U.S. Army...

Frank  Edward Nechuta

Frank Edward Nechuta

Jan 18, 2009

SUN PRAIRIE   NECHUTA, FRANK E.    Frank E. Nechuta, age 82, died Sunday, January 18, 2009 in the Columbus Community Hospital after a brief illness.  He was born May 31, 1926, in Saint Paul, MN, the son of Frank and Mary (Drwiega) Nechuta. He later settled in Madison after his military service.  Prior to his retirement in 1989, Frank had been...

Anne  M. Behrnd

Anne M. Behrnd

Jan 17, 2009

Madison -- Anne M. Behrnd, age 92, passed away at Oakwood Village West on Saturday, January 17, 2009. Anne was born in Madison on June 18, 1916 to the late Mathew and Anna Maria (Menzi) Baumgartner. She attended Franklin School in South Madison and graduated from Central High School. She later worked at Forest Products Laboratory and Manchester's department store....

Hannah  Alva Pickett

Hannah Alva Pickett

Jan 17, 2009

MADISON - Hannah Alva Pickett, age 81, educator, scholar and friend to the very young, died unexpectedly Saturday evening Jan. 17, 2009, while she slept. Hannah was born in Atlantic City, New Jersey, on Aug. 6, 1927, with twin sister, Miriam by her side, with her older brothers, Buddy and Richard guiding her path, with her Chief of Police father,...

Norman  P Christensen

Norman P Christensen

Jan 16, 2009

STOUGHTON- Norman P. Christensen, age 89, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 16, 2009 in Stoughton. He was born on October 25, 1919, in Stoughton, a son of the late Ted and Tillie (Anderson) Christensen. Norm lived his entire life in Stoughton graduating from Stoughton High School and working at Highway Trailers until his retirement. He cherished sharing coffee,...

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