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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.

Daniel  A. Sigerstad

Daniel A. Sigerstad

Sep 15, 2008

Cedar Creek , NE/Stoughton- Daniel A. Sigerstad, age 83, passed away on Monday, September 15, 2008 in Plattsmouth, NE.  He was born in Kenosha on March 10, 1925, the son of Hilmar and Helmiene (Nielson) Sigerstad.  Daniel married Jean Johnson who preceded him in death in 1978.  He was a Civil Servant for the U.S. Air Force as a carpentry...

Gladys  M. Falci

Gladys M. Falci

Sep 15, 2008

Madison- Gladys M. Falci, age 90, passed away peacefully Monday, September 15, 2008.   Gladys was the only child of Alvin and Hattie (Conrad) Christiansen and was born August 17, 1918, in Madison.   She graduated from East High School. After high school she became a nurse's aide.   Soon after she met her husband Michael J. Falci, Jr. Gladys...

Amber  Brook Vinmans

Amber Brook Vinmans

Sep 14, 2008

McFarland - Amber Brook Vinmans, beautiful daughter of Laurie and Tom Downs, left behind her earthly struggles and was wrapped in the arms arms of her Heavenly Father on Sunday, September 14th, 2008, at HospiceCare in Fitchburg. Born December 23rd, she was her Mom's greatest Christmas gift of 1981. Amber's challenges on earth included a progressive neurological disorder, leaving her...

Verland  W. Norton

Verland W. Norton

Sep 13, 2008

MADISON- Verland Wilson Norton died suddenly Saturday, September 13, 2008 at his home in Madison Wisconsin. He was 74 years old. He was born March 3, 1934 in Menomonie, Wisconsin, the eldest of four children. After graduating from Boyceville High School, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps where was stationed in Oahu, Honolulu, Hawaii. During his service, he...

Richard  P. Likwarz

Richard P. Likwarz

Sep 13, 2008

MarshallRichard P. Likwarz age 65 of Marshall passed away on September 13, 2008 at Meriter Hospital. In September 2007 he was given the diagnosis of Myelodysplastic Syndrome. From then on he was able to enjoy a very special year. He never looked back or asked ""why me"". He looked at life as a gift, continuing to love, learn, work and...

Dawn  Marie Grimes

Dawn Marie Grimes

Sep 12, 2008

Grimes, Dawn

Stoughton- Dawn Marie Grimes, age 42 of Stoughton, passed away on Friday, September 12, 2008 at HospiceCare in Fitchburg. She was born on April 24, 1966 in Fond du Lac, a daughter of Neil and Donna (Frauenkron) Grimes. Dawn enjoyed horses and crafts and liked socializing with people. She is survived by her daughter, Cassy Jo Grimes LaVanway;...

Rebecca Ann ""Bekka"" Griffin

Rebecca Ann ""Bekka"" Griffin

Sep 12, 2008

Griffin, Rebecca ""Bekka""

Stoughton- Rebecca Ann ""Bekka"" Griffin, age 31, passed away in Stoughton on Friday, September 12, 2008. She was born in Madison on November 30, 1976. She is survived by her parents, Samuel Keierleber and Debra Santos; 2 brothers, Christopher Griffin and William Santos; and many many friends. She was preceded in death by her step father, Ed...

William  LaVurne Heath,  Sr.

William LaVurne Heath, Sr.

Sep 11, 2008

Heath, William, Sr.

Stoughton- William LaVurne Heath, Sr., age 92, passed away at his home in Stoughton on Thursday, September 11, 2008. He was born in Oklahoma on December 12, 1915, a son of John and Jewel Heath. Bill served his country in the Army Air Corps during WWII and was united in marriage to Alice Weum on July 15,...

Gertrude  Byrne Slightam

Gertrude Byrne Slightam

Sep 10, 2008

Madison-Gertrude Byrne Slightam, age 96, died on Wednesday, September 10, 2008 at HospiceCare Inc. She was born in the town of Oregon, Wisconsin on October 14, 1911 to the late William J. and Elizabeth (Hannavan) Byrne. Gertrude retired from New York Life Insurance Company in 1973. She survived by many friends who will miss her and loved her dearly. She...

Vivian  I Richel

Vivian I Richel

Sep 9, 2008

Verona- Vivian I. Richel, age 82, passed away on Tuesday, September 9, 2008 at Rest Haven Health Care Center located in Verona.  She was born on November 13, 1925 in Gratiot, WI to Clarence & Elizabeth (McGlynn) Engebretson.  In 1946, Vivian married Edward Richel in Gratiot where they lived until moving to Burbank, IL in 1964. Mrs. Richel has...

Edith  Jane Goecks

Edith Jane Goecks

Sep 8, 2008

Stoughton/Cottage Grove- Edith Jane Goecks, age 87, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 8, 2008.  She was born in Madison on February 17, 1921, the second of 12 children to Charles and Lona (Crawford) Horton.  Jane attended school in Madison.  She met her future husband, Victor Goecks, while they were both working for Oscar Meyer.  On November 30, 1940 they...

Yvonne  Josephine Coleman

Yvonne Josephine Coleman

Sep 8, 2008

 Yvonne J. Coleman, age 71 of Stoughton, passed away on Monday, September 8, 2008 at Stoughton Hospital. She was born in LaCrosse on November 22, 1936, a daughter of the late Edgar and Eudora (Meachem) Coleman. Yvonne was a loving mother and grandmother, and a devoted friend. She was a very giving woman who enjoyed spending time with her...

Michael  John McGrath

Michael John McGrath

Sep 7, 2008

Michael John McGrath, age 64, loving brother, husband, father, and grandfather, passed away unexpectedly of a heart attack at his home, Sunday, September 7th 2008. Michael ""Mike"" was born on November 2nd 1943, the son of Glen and Edna (Kraak) McGrath. Michael grew up in Madison where he graduated from Madison West High School in 1961 and attended Madison Business...

Helen  Mae Thompson

Helen Mae Thompson

Sep 6, 2008

Madison -- Helen N. Thompson, age 101, peacefully passed away Saturday, September 6, 2008.   Helen was born in Baraboo, on February 14, 1907, the daughter of Sigmund and Myra Neubauer.   In 1918, the family moved to Madison, where Harold, Helen's bother was attending the University of Wisconsin.   Helen graduated from Madison's Central High School and the Milwaukee...

Russell  J. Rorge

Russell J. Rorge

Sep 4, 2008

Stoughton- Russell J. Rorge, age 83, died at home on Thursday, September 4, 2008.  He was born on September 13, 1924 in Stoughton, the son of Arthur and Gena (Grefsheim) Rorge.  Russell graduated from Stoughton High School and attended Madison Business College.  On March 22, 1947 Russell married Marian Reinstad.  She preceded him in death on May 23, 1995.  Russell...

Andrew ""AJ"" James Zdeblick

Andrew ""AJ"" James Zdeblick

Sep 4, 2008

Middleton:    AJ passed away peacefully of natural causes.   His death was sudden and unexpected, and came at a time when he had matured into a fine young man.   AJ was disabled with autism, but had worked hard to achieve independence.   Many of you in the community knew AJ -- from Crestwood Elementary, from Kromerey Middle School...

S.Craig Waggoner

S.Craig Waggoner

Sep 4, 2008

S. Craig Waggoner, age 59, of Middleton, Wisconsin, died on September 4, 2008 at HospiceCare Inc. in Madison, Wisconsin, from colon cancer first diagnosed in September 2007. He was born on July 16, 1949 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to Sheldon Cleveland Waggoner and Dorothy Mae (Gerdes) Waggoner. Craig graduated from Washington High School in Milwaukee in 1968 and from the University...

Joyce  L. Alford

Joyce L. Alford

Sep 3, 2008

MADISON- Rev. Joyce L. Alford, age 74, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 3, 2008, at St. Mary's Hospital. She was born July 16, 1934, in Clyman, WI, to parents Burr and Alice (Clapp) Alford. Joyce graduated from the Methodist Hospital School of Nursing in Madison in 1955, and earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 1959 and a Master...

Elizabeth  Emily Baun

Elizabeth Emily Baun

Sep 3, 2008

Madison:   Elizabeth Emily Baun, age 97, passed away peacefully at Sebring Assisted Health Care, on Wednesday, September 3, 2008.   She was born in Cuba City, WI, on March 5, 1911, the daughter of Charles and Elizabeth (McCarthy) O'Neil.   Elizabeth graduated from Cuba City High School, and received a Bachelors Degree in History from Clark College in 1939....

Joseph  Clifford Reynolds

Joseph Clifford Reynolds

Sep 2, 2008

OREGON - Joseph Clifford ""Cliff"" Reynolds, age 89, died on Tuesday, September 2, 2008, at Oregon Manor Nursing Home after a lengthy illness. He was born on Feb. 8, 1919, in Cairo, MO, to Myrtle and Harvey Reynolds. In 1941 he married Susan Elizabeth Smith, the love of his life, who preceded him in death in 2006, after 65 wonderful...

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