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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.
Jane Leventhal
Nov 6, 2008
MADISON - Jane (Chick) Leventhal's spirit was set free on November 6, 2008. She was born on January 25, 1912 in New York City, the oldest daughter of Kathyrn and Henry Xiques. Her given name was Henrietta, shortened to Chick to capture her youth and spirit. She spent her childhood in Hollis, Queens and at the family's vacation home on...
Stephen Joseph Viviani
Nov 5, 2008
Stephen Joseph Viviani ""Viv"" died unexpectedly on Wednesday, November 5, 2008. Steve was born on October 3, 1967. Where to begin, our hearts are broken. Steve, a husband, a father, a son, a brother, a friend, a family forever changed. His wife Shonda (Bolstad), his daughter Hanna Beth and son Gabriel Joseph were the center of his World. The light...
William Butler Stonebraker
Nov 4, 2008
Madison -- William Butler Stonebraker, age 87, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 4, 2008 at HospiceCare in Madison. Bill was born on July 23, 1921 to Gertrude Butler in Maroa, Illinois in Macon County. He was united in marriage to Florence Klug on July 28, 1945. Bill joined the U.S. Navy on his 21st birthday, and enlisted for 6...
David Joseph Richgels
Nov 4, 2008
Middleton -- David Joseph Richgels, age 48 passed away unexpectedly on November 4, 2008 at his home. He was born August 20, 1960 at St. Mary's Hospital, Madison. David was the son of Melvin and Leora (Drager) Richgels, Cross Plains. He is survived by his mother, four brothers, John, Bob, Jim (Janine) and Ken and six sisters, Leone, Jane, Mary...
George John Weber
Nov 4, 2008
-George J. Weber died unexpectedly at home on Tuesday November 4, 2008. He was born June 10, 1923 in Watertown, WI the son of George W. and Renata M. (Hoefler) Weber. He has been a Madison resident since 1931, and graduated from Edgewood High School and the UW Madison. He was a veteran of the Army during WWII. George was...
Joyce Blanche Andruss
Nov 3, 2008
Andruss, Joyce
Stoughton- Joyce Andruss, age 87, passed away at her home in Stoughton on Monday, November 3, 2008. She was born in Mason City, Iowa on July 19, 1921, a daughter of Harry and Mable Gilbertson. Joyce is survived by her children, Carol and Fred Roeben, Barbara, Harry, Joyce and Joe Campbell, Dennis (Denise), Jerry, Bob (Peggy), Steven (Sara),...
Marvin William Goecks
Nov 2, 2008
Goecks, Marvin W.  Stoughton-Marvin W. Goecks, age 78, passed away on Sunday, November 2, 2008 at the Skaalen home, Stoughton.  Marvin was born on April 23, 1930, the son of William and Pauline (Ziesch) Goecks. He enjoyed farming until entering the service on February 28, 1951. Marvin served in the U.S. Army stationed in Germany during the Korean War...
Lois I. Falconer
Nov 1, 2008
STOUGHTON, WI -- ROCKFORD- Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Lois I. Falconer, age 89, formerly of Rockford, passed away on Saturday, November 1, 2008 in Stoughton, WI. Lois was born on Jan. 24, 1919 in Greenville TN. and was the first child of Roy and Geneva Carter. Â The family moved to Illinois where she graduated from Honenegah High School and worked many years...
Milfred A. Schrank
Nov 1, 2008
Brookfield--Milfred A. ""Milt"" Schrank, age 93, formerly of Madison, passed away on Saturday, November 1, 2008 in Pewaukee. He was born November 5, 1914 in Coloma, Wisconsin, the son of the late Michael and Augusta (Hendrick) Schrank. Milt was the first born of twin boys and the last born in a family of eleven children. Milt and his twin brother,...
Frederick C. Balmer
Nov 1, 2008
Stoughton- Frederick C. Balmer, age 70, died on Saturday, November 1, 2008 at home. He was born on March 12, 1938 to Frederick C. Balmer and Frieda (Kohn) Balmer. He attended Cold Springs Grade School and Waterloo High School. Fred started in construction work at an early age with his father at Fred Balmer Inc. In 1980 he established Balmer...
Gladys Lorraine Holtan
Nov 1, 2008
Holtan, Gladys L.
Stoughton- Gladys L. Holtan, age 94, passed away peacefully on Saturday evening, November 1, 2008, at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison. She was born at the family home, near Rockdale, on October 13, 1914, a daughter of the late Halvor and Clara (Eide) Hanson. Gladys married Austin Holtan on February 5, 1935, in Rockford Illinois, and together...
Rev. Harold E. Wicke
Nov 1, 2008
Sun Prairie - Rev. Harold E. Wicke, age 96, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 1, 2008, at the  Sterling House, Sun Prairie.  He was born on July 12, 1912, in Kirchhaeyn, Town of Jackson, Wisconsin, the son of Henry and Eleonora (Toepel) Wicke.  Pastor Wicke was united in marriage to Thekla Hanke on October 23, 1940, in Hortonville, Wisconsin....
Harry Schackter
Nov 1, 2008
Harry Schackter, age, 95, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 1, 2008, at his home in Comforts of Home, Menomonie, Wisconsin where he was cared for by many loving people. He was predeceased by his grandson, Nathaniel Lucas, his wife Sadye and his three sisters. He was born December 19, 1912, in Russia to Morris and Augusta Schackter. He graduated...
Shirley Tuider Slovacek
Nov 1, 2008
Stoughton- Shirley Slovacek, age 81, passed away on Saturday, November 1, 2008. She will be missed dearly by her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Mom touched a lot of lives spiritually and they touched hers in return.  Graveside services will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, November 5, 2008 at Lutheran Cemetery South in Stoughton.
M. Joan Cobb
Nov 1, 2008
   Mary Joan Cobb  Sun Prairie -- Joan Cobb, age 79, passed away November 1, 2008 peacefully at home surrounded by her family. Joan was born May 25, 1929 in Winchester, IN. She was the daughter of Myles and Josephine Young and graduated from Fountain City High School in Fountain City, IN. Joan was united in marriage...
Ashley B. Santos
Oct 31, 2008
Madison -- Ashley B. Santos, age 22, died on Friday, October 31, 2008 as a result of an automobile accident. She was born on August 28th, 1986. Ashley was loved by many and will be dearly missed. She is survived by her parents, Peggy and Brian; sister, Pamela Robles; three nephews, Izaiah, Jayson, and Kaden; grandparents, Bill and Virginia Santos;...
Jacqueline Ann Paltz
Oct 31, 2008
Jacqueline Ann Paltz, age 81, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 31, 2008 at HospiceCare surrounded by her loving family. Â Â She was born on January 15, 1927 the daughter of Gordy and Vera (Murphy) Gay in Madison. Â Â Jacqueline graduated from East High School in 1944. Â After graduation she went to work for Madison Drug Company. Â Jacqueline...
Warren H. Oelmann
Oct 31, 2008
Warren H.B. Oelmann died Friday, October 31, 2008 at U.W. Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin following a valiant battle with cancer. Â He was born on November 3, 1927 in rural Ackley, Iowa, the son of the late Gustave and Anna Bunte Oelmann. Â He was a World War II veteran, having enlisted in the U.S. Navy at only 17 years...
Richard Shutter
Oct 31, 2008
Madison - Richard (Dick) Shutter, age 74, died on Friday, October 31, 2008 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born March 4th, 1934, to Floyd and Marcella Shutter in Tomah, Wisconsin. He graduated from Tomah High School in 1952. Dick was an outstanding high school athlete excelling in football, basketball, baseball and track, lettering in all four sports...
Roderick P. Donaldson
Oct 30, 2008
MADISON- Roderick P. Donaldson, age 66, was taken peacefully home to his reward on Thursday, October 30th 2008. Rod was born February 1st, 1942, to George and Maren (Speerstra) Donaldson. As the oldest of five children, in times of family difficulties and illness, he helped care for his sisters, Maren and Ellen, and his brothers, Charles and Donald. He and...
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