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.
Joann W. Johnson
Mar 27, 2009
Madison - Joann (Joan) Webb Johnson passed away March 27, 2009, at HospiceCare in Madison, born November 20, 1929 in Sparta Wisconsin to Stanley and Mildred Webb. Â Shortly after her birth, they and her sister Beryl (Spencer) moved to Milwaukee and settled in Whitefish Bay. Growing up, Joann had fond memories of many travel adventures with her family. After...
Tina Marie Heitner
Mar 27, 2009
Madison -- Tina Marie Heitner passed away on Friday, March 27, 2009. She is survived by her wonderful children Nicholas, Alexandra and Francesca. Her mother Elaine, sisters Jaime and Nanci, brother Eric and sister-in-law Bonnie. Her aunt Helen Bakke; also, many nieces and nephews, and a great niece and great nephew. She was preceded in death by her infant brother...
Richard Mathew Fischer
Mar 27, 2009
Sun Prairie--Richard M. Fischer went to be with the Lord on March 27, 2009. He passed away surrounded by his family, after a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer's. Â Â Richard was born in Cleveland, Ohio on March 11, 1921. He served with honor as an Ensign in the U.S. Navy in WWII. Richard, also known as ""Dick"", attended...
Tammy Lynn Toso
Mar 26, 2009
Tammy Lynn Toso, age 39, died at home on Thursday, March 26, 2009, surrounded by her family, following a brief courageous battle with cancer. She was born on January 5, 1970 in Dubuque, Iowa a daughter of Wilbert and Lucille (Loch) Helbing. Tammy was raised in Platteville and graduated from Platteville High School. She was a graduate of...
Emma Louise Cramblit
Mar 25, 2009
MARSHALL                                                                                                                         CRAMBLIT, EMMA L. Emma L. Cramblit, age 62, died peacefully, from pulmonary fibrosis, Wednesday, March 25, 2009 in a Madison hospital. She was born July 8, 1946, in Ottumwa, IA, the daughter of Andrew and Hester (Denhartog) Katko. Prior to her retirement in 2007, Emma operated ELC Daycare in Marshall. On April 30, 1966, Emma was united in marriage...
Ruth L. Hellenbrand
Mar 25, 2009
 Middleton - Ruth Hellenbrand age 67, peacefully passed away on March 25, 2009 at the HospiceCare Center in Fitchburg. Ruth was born February 27, 1942 in Roxbury. She was a wonderful wife, loving mother, caring grandmother and friend to many. Her favorite pastimes were spending time with her granddaughters and enjoying time with family.  She had a deep...
Frank E. Forster
Mar 24, 2009
Madison -- Frank E. Forster, age 92, died on Tuesday, March 24, 2009 at Middleton Village Nursing Home. He was born on April 10, 1916 to Anton and Josephine Forster in Madison. Singing in the choir at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Frank met his future wife, Alyce Ripp. They were united in marriage on July 26, 1941. Frank attended the...
Caroline M Sornson
Mar 24, 2009
Caroline M. Sornson, age 90, passed away on Tuesday, March 24, 2009 at Nazareth House in Stoughton. Â She was born in Hubbard, Iowa on November 9, 1918, a daughter of Otto and Bertha (Krabbenhoft) Kath. Â On December 20, 1946, she was united in marriage to Olin Sornson in Stoughton. Â Caroline was a devoted mother and her family...
Jackson J Blumenthal
Mar 23, 2009
Jackson J. Blumenthal, age 53, passed away on Monday, March 23, 2009 at his home in Oregon. He was born in Chicago on September 16, 1955, the son of Shepard and Marilyn (Silverman) Blumenthal. Jack was raised by his father and Ann V. Blumenthal, his adoptive step-mother. Jack attended Keith Country Day School and high school in Ojai, California. He...
James L. Noyes
Mar 23, 2009
Madison -- James L. Noyes, Sr., age 96, died on Monday, March 23, 2009 at Covenant Oaks in Oakwood West. He was born on February 14, 1913 to George and Frances Noyes in Lexington, Kentucky. Jim was involved in the Boy Scouts. He was a Treasurer for the Village of Shorewood Hills; Treasurer for the Board of Directors for Madison...
Rosemary Shea
Mar 23, 2009
Madison- Rosemary Watson Shea passed away peacefully on Monday, March 23rd at HospiceCare Center in Fitchburg. She began her new journey after a very long illness and was surrounded throughout her final days by her family. She was born February 10th, 1931 in Madison, WI. The second child of Stuart & Eldrid Watson, she spent her life first in Barneveld,...
Nora A. Ylvisaker
Mar 22, 2009
Ylvisaker, Nora Stoughton- Nora A. Ylvisaker, age 94, passed away at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison on Sunday, March 22, 2009. Â She was born in Lone Rock, WI on March 8, 1915, a daughter of Grant and Olive Rose (Phetteplace) McKinney. Â On January 12, 1946, she was united in marriage to Sanford E. Ylvisaker. Â She was preceded...
Chessie James Johnson
Mar 21, 2009
Johnson, Chessie McFarland -- Chessie James Johnson, age 35, passed away on Saturday, March 21, 2009. Â He was born in Madison on June 25, 1973, a son of James Forest and Patricia Ann (Harris) Johnson. Â Chessie was an avid outdoorsman; he loved to hunt and fish. He also loved cooking and NASCAR racing. He will be remembered as...
James E Bey
Mar 21, 2009
Waunakee- James E. ""Jim"" Bey, age 85, passed away on March 21, 2009 at the HospiceCare Center, Fitchburg. Services in Wisconsin will be held on Wednesday, March 25, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. at the Winn-Cress Funeral Home, Waunakee with visitation from 5:00 p.m. until the time of service Burial with military graveside rites will be held in the Rock Island...
Jonah Hauser Carlson
Mar 20, 2009
Madison--Jonah Hauser Carlson, died on Friday, March 20, 2009 at Meriter Hospital. Jonah was born earlier the same day and we are so proud of his courage and fighting spirit. Jonah's time with us is a gift we will always treasure. Â He is survived by his parents, John Carlson and Kelly Hauser; his big brother, Evan; paternal grandparents, Brian...
Dixie Lee Campbell
Mar 20, 2009
Madison-Dixie L. Campbell, age 59, passed away on Friday, March 20, 2009 at the HospiceCare Center, Fitchburg. She was born on April 4, 1949 in Madison. Dixie was a kind hearted soul and a loving grandma, mother and sister.  She is survived by her mother, Geraldine Phillips, Sun Prairie; her children, Brie Campbell, Madison and Larry Noble, Stoughton; grandchildren, Lance...
Ralph T. ""Jake"" Jacobsen
Mar 20, 2009
Stoughton- Ralph T. Jacobsen ""Jake"", age 87, passed away on Friday, March 20, 2009 at Nazareth Health and Rehabilitation Center. He was born in Stoughton on May 11, 1921 the son of Theodore and Tonette (Listol) Jacobsen. Ralph graduated from Stoughton High School. After high school he worked with his father and uncle as a Mason. Ralph enlisted in the...
Florence V Kalson
Mar 20, 2009
Florence Kalson passed away on Friday, March 20, 2009 at HospiceCare in Fitchuburg.  She was born the daughter of Ernest and Elizabeth (Elsie) Peterson on July 27, 1921 in Jefferson.  Florence was united in marriage to Frank Kalson on September 6, 1947.  She is survived by her son John of Prairie du Sac, a  granddaughter Annemarie...
Michael J. Wyngaard
Mar 20, 2009
MADISON- Michael J. Wyngaard, age 71, died Friday, March 20, 2009, of congestive heart failure at his home with his wife Nancy at his side. His big heart finally failed him. He was born August 12, 1937, in Madison, the son of John W. and Catherine (Corry) Wyngaard and the grandson of Henry Wijngaard, who emigrated from Holland. Michael served...
George P. Joanis
Mar 19, 2009
Stoughton- George Phillip Joanis, age 54, passed away at home on March 19, 2009. He was born on August 6, 1954, son of Kenneth and Ruth (Smith) Joanis in Kenosha, where his parents still reside. George graduated from Tremper High School in Kenosha. He went on to graduate from MATC and worked as an architectural technician. George loved working with...
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