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.
John Fitch Michler
Jan 20, 2009
Michler, John F. Â MADISON- John F. Michler went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on January 20, 2009. Â He was born April 30, 1939 in Merrill, Wisconsin to Hilbert and Clara Michler. Â A prominent Wausau attorney, John practiced with the law firm of Ruder Ware since February 1, 1967. Â Â John was a Director...
William Rosenbaum
Jan 20, 2009
Madison- William ""Bill"" Rosenbaum passed away on January 20, 2009 . Â Born on June 12, 19 23 , he was raised on an eighty acre farm north of Merrill , WI . Â 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
Jan 19, 2009
Robert Mayer Bolz passed away January 19, 2009 in Madison from pneumonia. Â Born in Chicago September 27, 1922, Bolz was the eldest son of Adolph C. and Eugenie Mayer Bolz. Â He was preceded in death by his sister Marjorie Bolz Allen and grandson Griffin. Â He is survived by his wife of 52 years Anne Wilkins Bolz; son...
Edward Schneider Jr
Jan 19, 2009
Edward Schneider Jr. ""Ed"" died peacefully and went to be with the Lord early on Jan. 19th. Â Ed was born on Dec. 31, 1932, the son of Edward and Laura (Mautzdorf) Schneider in Sheboygan. Â He worked for the state as a data processor until his retirement. Â Ed enjoyed competing in the State and National Senior Olympics during...
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
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
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
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
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,...
Vivian E. Schrank
Jan 16, 2009
Schrank, Vivian
DEERFIELD -- Vivian E. Schrank, age 87, died unexpectedly on January 16, 2009 surrounded by family at St. Mary's Hospital. She was born October 10, 1921 in Deerfield, Wisconsin, to Johnnie and Mabel (Simonson) Legreid. She married Walter Ireland on May 31, 1941 in Deerfield. He died September 28, 1944 in WWII. She married Herbert Schrank on December...
Fred Owen
Jan 16, 2009
SUN PRAIRIE OWEN, FRED V. Fred V. Owen, 79, passed away of heart disease, surrounded by his family, on January 16th, 2009. He is survived by his beloved wife Marilyn of 58 years, and loving children: sons Bruce (Linda), Brian (Sandy), David (Jeaneane), daughters Debra Janke (David), Karin Acree (Tony), Laura Mbow (Mathiam), and grandchildren Steve, David, Elizabeth, Gregory, Kurt,...
Charles P. Phillips
Jan 14, 2009
Phillips, Charles P. 'Charlie'
McFarland -- Charles P. Phillips, age 84 of McFarland, passed away at HospiceCare in Fitchburg on Wednesday, January 14, 2009 surrounded by his family. He was born in Madison on September 9, 1924, a son of George and Mabel (Murray) Phillips, and graduated from East High School. Charlie was united in marriage to Magdalen Kuntz. He...
Harriet Schneider
Jan 13, 2009
Oregon- Harriet E. Schneider, age 93 passed away at the home of her daughter and son-in-law in Dunn Township on Tuesday, January 13, 2009. She was born in the Town of Rutland on May 17, 1915, a daughter of Eugene and Belle (Cline) Ellis, and graduated from Evansville High School. On February 1, 1934, she was united in marriage to...
Dr. Harris E. Keel
Jan 13, 2009
Dr. Harris E. Keel, age 93, passed away on January 13, 2009. Â He was born in Monroe, WI on October 19, 1915, son of Everett and Marie Keel. Â He graduated from Monroe High School where he was active in sports and music. Â He was an accomplished saxophone player and enjoyed big band music his whole life. Â ...
Beverly Bernice Buzzetti
Jan 12, 2009
Madison, WI - Beverly Bernice Johnson Buzzetti left this world to meet her heavenly Father, January 12, 2009, at University of Wisconsin Hospital in Madison, WI. During her final hours, she was surrounded by her loving husband of 66 years, Romaine Buzzetti and their children. Beverly was born, January 9, 1920 in Dows, IA, the daughter of Otis and Minnie...
Marcia Lynne du Vair
Jan 12, 2009
MADISON- Marcia Lynne du Vair, age 68, died on January 12, 2009, after a valiant and extraordinary 43-year struggle with diabetes. Â She was born on February 26, 1940, the daughter of the late Herman Leo Halverson Sr., and Marcella (Bartle) Halverson of Stoughton, Wisconsin. She was married to her high school sweetheart, Paul du Vair of Madison and Alsace,...
Bette A Mintz
Jan 12, 2009
Sun Prairie-Bette A. Mintz, age 88, passed away on Monday, January 12, 2009 at Sun Prairie Health Care. Bette was born on January 24, 1920 in Madison, the daughter of Leo and Frances (Powers) Barrett. She was a lifelong resident of the Madison area. Mrs. Mintz was a longtime employee of the State of Wisconsin as a Library Aide. In...
Virginia L. Gieselman
Jan 11, 2009
MADISON- Virginia L. Gieselman, 99, passed away on Sunday, Jan. 11, 2009, at the Capitol Lakes Health Center (formerly Meriter Health Center). A native Madisonian, Virginia was born on Aug. 7, 1909, to Carl and Mae Hoebel. She married Dr. J.Howell Gieselman on Oct. 18, 1930. They enjoyed 62 wonderful years of marriage in their home on Monona Bay until...
Joyce Schluter Wheeler
Jan 10, 2009
STOUGHTON- Â Â Joyce Schluter Wheeler, our beloved and treasured wife, mother, grandmother, and devoted friend sadly passed away on January 10, 2009 after losing her battle with cancer. Joyce was born on May 30, 1940, in Fort Atkinson, to the late Elmer and Luella (Ramsey) Willitz. She graduated from Fort Atkinson High School in 1957, Madison General Hospital School of...
Duane R. Blumer
Jan 9, 2009
Duane R. Blumer, age 48, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, January 9, 2009 at St. Mary's Hospital, following a pulmonary embolism. Â Duane was born on May 30, 1960 the oldest son of Ralph and Elizabeth ""Betty"" (Maly) Blumer in Plattville. Â He was a graduate of West DePere High School, and UW-LaCrosse. Â Â Duane was employed as a Loan...
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