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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.

Richard And Elizabeth Eith

Richard And Elizabeth Eith

McFarland- The most beautiful love story, heaven gained two angels. Richard “Peanuts” Eith, age 87, passed away from heart failure at his home on Saturday, March 11, 2023. The next day, his beloved wife Elizabeth “Lizz” suffered a massive stroke. On Thursday March 16, 2023 she passed away at St. Mary’s Hospital. Lizz was 84. They met in high...

Cecil Johnson

Cecil Johnson

Cecil W Johnson, age 95, formally of Milwaukee, WI. passed away on February 13, 2019 at Agrace Hospice Care in Fitchburg WI.Cecil was born in Chippewa Falls, WI. The son of Edward and Marie Johnson. A veteran of WWII, he was stationed in England where he met his wife of 73 years, Kathleen. After the war, they returned to Chippewa...

Jakov Uremovic

Jakov Uremovic

Sun PrairieJakov Uremovic, age 86, died peacefully holding his wife's hand early Christmas morning at home, Monday, December 25, 2017. He was born October 10, 1931 in Baljevac, Croatia, son of Petar and Milka (Kokotovic) Uremovic. As a young man, Jakov served in the Yugoslav Navy and later learned his trade as a carpenter. At the age of 25, he,...

Eva Bong

Eva Bong

Middleton - Eva Bong, age 75, passed away peacefully on June 22, 2019 at Agrace HospiceCare. She is survived by her children and 4 grandchildren. Eva was preceded in death by her husband Gerald Bong and her eldest son Donald Bong.As per Eva's wish no services will be held.Winn-Cress

Dr. Werner Edmund Fritz Langheim

Dr. Werner Edmund Fritz Langheim

Dr. Werner Edmund Fritz Langheim, husband, father, surgeon and friend, died peacefully on July 29, 2019. Born in Berlin in 1928 as the only child of Leo and Frieda, he led a life near bursting with experiences, from escaping Russian-occupied Berlin beneath a train, to opening the first private neurosurgical practice in Madison. His early schooling was in Berlin and,...

Josephine Ferrer

Josephine Ferrer

Private services will be held.Cress Funeral Service 1310 Emerald TerraceSun Prairie, WI 53590

Bernadine  M. Knocke

Bernadine M. Knocke

Bernadine M. Knocke (nee Tackowiak) 1933-2019 On Thursday July 18, 2019, Bernadine M. Knocke, wife, mother, daughter, and sister; passed away peacefully at the age of 86. She was a long time resident of Sun Prairie, Wisconsin. Bernadine was born April 28, 1933 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to Valentine and Mary Ann Tackowiak. Bernadine was always thankful and felt blessed growing...

Vivian Burrow-Miracle

Vivian Burrow-Miracle

CROSS PLAINS - Vivian Burrow-Miracle, age 78, passed away Thursday, February 28, 2019, peacefully with her family at her side. She was born on February 4, 1941, in Tomah, WI, the daughter of Alfred and Edna Linder. She is survived by her children, Donna (Norman) Watchpocket, Lisa (Shawn) Aeschlimann, Tina Burrow; 9 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren; two sisters, Marguerite Williams...

Alexander Heller

Alexander Heller

Madison - Alexander Heller, age 62, died unexpectedly in June 2015. He was born in New York and moved to Madison at the age of 4. He attended Odana, Cherokee and West High. He graduated from Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia where he studied bassoon. He was part of the NYC classical music scene in the 70's. For the...

Cynthia Cauthern

Cynthia Cauthern

February 1954 - April 2019Although obituaries usually inspire tears; some dear souls want only and ever to inspire joy and mindfulness. To all who knew and loved her, Cynthia was the brightest star, the softest landing, and greatest giver of love. Her smile, her laughter, her warmth, her humor, and her generous spirit would simply light up a room. Cynthia's...

Rachel  Bryanna Tomlin

Rachel Bryanna Tomlin

McFarland - Rachel Bryanna Tomlin, age 56, passed away at her home on January 19, 2016. She was born on March 19, 1959 in Red Lake Falls, Minnesota.Rachel earned her Bachelor degree in Elective Studies, Science Degree, and a Nursing Degree. She served in the US Air Force and Army Reserve and worked at the FDA in WA. Employed at...

Marian J. Swoboda, Ph.D.

Marian J. Swoboda, Ph.D.

Marian Jean Schuelke Swoboda, born in Brigham Township, daughter of the late William and Florence Eveland Schuelke, passed peacefully on November 13, 2013 at Hearthstone Care Center, Woodstock, IL. She married John J. Swoboda of Madison Wisconsin on August 18, 1949 and made Madison their home until moving to Vermont Twsp.in 1975. Marian and John had a lifelong passion for...

Gary  R. Edge

Gary R. Edge

Gary R. Edge, a lifelong resident of Madison, died on September 24, 2018, surrounded by love, at Agrace Hospice in Fitchburg. Born to Carlos and Marion Edge in 1947, he enjoyed an adventurous childhood in ""the Bush"" neighborhood and beyond. He served in the U.S. Army for two years before joining Madison Metro Transit, a job he appreciated and was...

Barbara  J. Thomas

Barbara J. Thomas

Barbara J. Hashagen Thomas, 75, of Madison, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on September 7, 2012 at Agrace HospiceCare Center in Fitchburg.Born in Kansas City, MO, she was the daughter of Richard O. Hashagen, a career U.S. Army officer, and Geraldine E. Hashagen, a registered nurse. She was the oldest of three children, with two younger brothers....

Judith  K. Wenzel

Judith K. Wenzel

MADISONJudith K. Wenzel passed away Sunday, November 12, 2017 at age 70. A lifelong resident of Madison, Judith was born on September 13, 1947 to the late Raymond and Vivian (Earle) Wood. She married Neil Wenzel, in Madison, on June 20, 1970. Judy worked as a beautician for 27 years. She enjoyed traveling, shopping and an occasional trip to the...

Larry and Vicki Brandt

Larry and Vicki Brandt

Middleton - Larry Brandt, age 78, and Antoinette ""Vicki"" Brandt, age 76, died together in a car accident on April 11, 2018. Larry was born on Oct. 5, 1939 in Lincoln, Nebraska, son of Wilburn and Hazel (Webster) Brandt. Vicki was born on Dec. 15, 1941 in Madison, Wisconsin, daughter of Kenneth and Agnes (Ulvestad) Stevenson. Larry graduated from Eau...

Jerry Cabala

Jerry Cabala

Jerry Cabala, 69, of Wickenburg, AZ. passed away unexpectedly on Memorial Day. He was born in Indiana, grew up and attended high school in Suburban Chicago, then went on to earn a B.A degree at the University of Dubuque in Iowa and a Master's degree in Social Services Administration at the University of Illinois. Prior to moving to Wickenburg in...

Daniel and Judith Monte

Daniel and Judith Monte

The love story between Daniel and Judith Monte continues forever. Judy reunited with Dan 70 hours after he departed.Dan passed away on Thursday, November 9th at Meriter Hospital - with Judy by his side. Judy followed him ""home"" with her passing on Sunday, November 12th at Agrace HospiceCare in Fitchburg, her sons by her side.Dan was born October 12, 1931...

Natale  ""Nate"" Troia

Natale ""Nate"" Troia

McFARLAND - Nate Troia, 87, of McFarland, died Thursday, May 25, 2017 at Agrace HospiceCare in Fitchburg, Wisconsin. He was born in Madison, the son of Augustino (August) and Antonina (Lena) Lombardino Troia. He married Betty J. Busch in 1957, and enjoyed fishing, reading, playing cards and completing complex crosswords and word puzzles at their lake home in McFarland and...

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