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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.

Harvey McFarland

Harvey McFarland

Aug 4, 2008

McFarland/Wisconsin Dells- Harvey McFarland, age 95, died on Monday, August 4, 2008.  He was born to Joe and Mary McFarland on October 22, 1912 in the town of Dunn.  Harvey had two brothers and four sisters.  He married Gwendolyn Lane in 1932.  Together they had three children, Connie, Tom and Joe.  Harvey lived virtually his entire life in McFarland until...

Daniel  J. Stewart

Daniel J. Stewart

Aug 3, 2008

Daniel J. Stewart, 40, of Madison, died unexpectedly on Sunday, August 3, 2008, at his home.   Dan was born on May 23, 1968, in Toledo, Ohio, and was the son of Lauren and Deborah (Mitchka) Stewart.   Dan was awarded the Masters of Fine Arts (Poetry), with honors, from The Ohio State University.   He continued in his love...

Margaret  M. Schneider

Margaret M. Schneider

Aug 3, 2008

Sun Prairie--Margaret M. Schneider, age 91, passed away on Sunday, August 3, 2008 at home.     Margaret was born October 30, 1916 in the town of Vermont, near Black Earth, WI.   Margaret was the daughter of Patrick and Mary (O'Connell) Deneen.     She married Arthur W. Schneider on December 27, 1941 at St. Ignatius Catholic Church in...

Gerald  F. Grimm

Gerald F. Grimm

Aug 3, 2008

SUN PRAIRIE   GRIMM, GERALD F.   Gerald F. Grimm. Age 82, died Sunday, August 3, 2008 in his home.  He was born January 23, 1926, in Milwaukee, the son of John & Catherine (Hug) Grimm.  Prior to his retirement, Gerald had been employed by Will Ross, Inc. as the accounts receivable manager. He was a veteran of the US...

David  John Fritzke

David John Fritzke

Aug 3, 2008

Stoughton- David John Fritzke, age 38, passed away unexpectedly of natural causes at his home on Sunday, August 3, 2008.  He was born on April 24, 1970 the son of Earl and Berdette (Wiesspfennig) Fritzke.  David was a graduate of Stoughton High School and the University of Wisconsin-Madison, for which he was gifted to earn the Wisconsin Governor's academic scholarship. ...

Robert  Lyle Colley

Robert Lyle Colley

Aug 2, 2008

Robert Lyle Colley   Madison-Admired for his keen sense of humor, gentle manner as well as his love of math, chocolate and bridge, Robert Lyle Colley died peacefully August 2.   Bob was born in Petoskey, Michigan on July 28, 1925.   He received a Purple Heart serving in the US Army during WWII and was a POW in Germany....

Marion  B. Schultz

Marion B. Schultz

Aug 2, 2008

Marion B. Schultz, age 95, passed away peacefully at HospiceCare Inc. in Fitchburg, on Saturday, August 2, 2008. Marion was born on March 14, 1913 in Galena, IL. She graduated from Galena High School in 1931, the same year she married her high school sweetheart, Gayle Schultz, who was tragically kill in an accident a few months later. Before coming...

Doris  Esther Groening

Doris Esther Groening

Aug 1, 2008

Sun Prairie-Doris E. Groening, age 84, passed away on Friday, August 1, 2008 at St. Mary's Hospital, Madison.  She was born on March 2, 1924 in Columbus, WI the daughter of Arthur & Helen (Yohn) Sennhenn.  Doris was united in marriage to Wesley Groening on May 11, 1957 in Columbus and he preceded her in death.  Mrs. Groening was a...

Dennis  James Hilgendorf

Dennis James Hilgendorf

Aug 1, 2008

Madison--Dennis James Hilgendorf, age 53, died accidentally on Friday, August 1, 2008. He was born on November 23, 1954 the son of Donald and Darlene (Eckstein) Hilgendorf. He was raised on Madison's north side attending Madison East High School. On June 28, 1980 Dennis was united in marriage to Donna Holm. He was employed by the State of Wisconsin Department...

Howard  Elmer Egner

Howard Elmer Egner

Jul 31, 2008

Egner, Howard

McFarland -- Howard Elmer Egner, age 85, passed away on Thursday, July 31, 2008 at his home in McFarland. He was born in the town of Dunn on December 13, 1922, a son of Ole and Mabel (Krogfoss) Egner. He served his country in the Army during WWII with an honorable discharge in 1946. He made his career...

Kristina  Cuthbert Stuart

Kristina Cuthbert Stuart

Jul 30, 2008

Fitchburg - Kristina Cuthbert Stuart, mother of two and the light of all around her, lost her long and valiant battle with brain cancer on Wednesday, July 30, 2008, the evening before her 35th birthday.  She was a brilliant and accomplished woman adored by everyone who knew her.    Kristina was born at Madison General on July 31, 1973.  She...

Ilse  C. Wood

Ilse C. Wood

Jul 29, 2008

SUN PRAIRIE WOOD, ILSE C. Ilse C. Wood, age 70, died unexpectedly Tuesday, July 29, 2008 in her home. Ilse was born February 15, 1938, in Germany, the daughter of Wilhelm and Berta (Kroninger) Steines. Survivors include 1 son: James L. (Susan) Estorf, Jr. of Marshall; 2 daughters: Jennifer J. Wood of Chicago and Julie C. (Jeffrey) Schneeberg of Madison;...

Buford 'Sonny' Eugene Burlingame

Buford 'Sonny' Eugene Burlingame

Jul 29, 2008

Burlingame, Buford 'Sonny' E.

Stoughton- Buford 'Sonny' E. Burlingame, age 76, passed away on Tuesday, July 29, 2008 at Willow-pointe Memory Care in Stoughton. He was born in Stoughton on November 9, 1931, a son of Buford Lee and Melvie O. (Johnson) Burlingame. He graduated from Stoughton High School, and worked at the UW Medical School as an animal caretaker....

Mary  Louise Schuler

Mary Louise Schuler

Jul 28, 2008

Mary Louise Schuler, age 47 passed away on Monday July 28, 2008 at her home. Mary was born in Hollywood CA . She attended California State University at Long Beach where she received a liberal arts degree with a certificate in special education. Mary and Dean met in California and were married at the Cathedral Basilica in St. Augustine Florida...

Patricia  Ann Braley

Patricia Ann Braley

Jul 27, 2008

Braley, Patricia (Vedvig)

STOUGHTON/ EDGERTON - Patricia Ann (Vedvig) Braley, age 53, passed away at her home on July 27, 2008, with her beloved husband Mike, at her side. She was born to Matt and Syneva (Markley) Vedvig of Albion Township, on March 26, 1955. She grew up on the Vedvig family farm and joined the ""joyous"" tradition of helping...

Candice  Eileen Tylke

Candice Eileen Tylke

Jul 26, 2008

Candice Eileen Tylke, age 42, peacefully passed away on July 26, 2008. She was born on December 12, 1965 in Milwaukee to Vincent Sr. and Cecile (Kaczmarski) Tylke. Candice graduated from WestMilwaukeeHigh School and went on to earn a Bachelors Degree from UW-Oshkosh. She received an Associates Degree and two certificates from MATC Madison, MATC Milwaukee, and RockfordMemorialHospital, respectively. She...

Roland  B. Day

Roland B. Day

Jul 26, 2008

MADISON- Judge Roland B. Day, age 89, passed away Saturday, July 26, 2008, at OakwoodVillage in Madison. He was born June 11, 1919, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, and was raised in Eau Claire. He received his bachelor's and law degrees from the University of Wisconsin in 1942 and 1947, respectively. He served overseas in the U.S. Army during World War II....

Wilferd  J Mueller

Wilferd J Mueller

Jul 25, 2008

Mueller,   Wilferd   J.   Madison:   Wilferd   J. Mueller, age 91, died Friday, July 25, 2008   at Wynwood  Brookdale Senior Living in Madison after a long illness.   He was a letter carrier from 1946 to 1972, with his route being in the Westmorland area of Madison most of those years.   He was born Dec....

Odell Johnson

Odell Johnson

Jul 25, 2008

The sun set peacefully over beloved father and Madison resident, Odell Johnson, on July 25, 2008 in Fairfield, Connecticut.   He was born in Del Valle, Texas on July 17, 1917 and served in the U.S. Army during World War II in New Guinea and the Northern Solomons until his discharge in 1945. He then traveled to Madison and arranged...

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