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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.

Janet Eubanks

Janet Eubanks

Janet Vivian (Hedstrom) Eubanks, beloved sister, aunt, and sister-in-law, passed away peacefully the evening of July 25, 2022, at Brookdale Madison West.

She was born in Rhinelander, Wisconsin, on February 1 st , 1943, to Olga and Elmer Hedstrom.  She graduated as valedictorian in 1961 from Rhinelander Union High School and went on to Luther College, Decorah,...

Bill and Joy Reynolds

Bill and Joy Reynolds

In Loving Memory ofWilliam F. Reynolds Jr. (Bill), 81 years, October 7, 2019Henrietta J. Reynolds (Joy), 80 years, October 13, 2019Bill and Joy Reynolds were raised in Madison, met while attending Madison Central High School and became high school sweethearts. After graduating, they made the decision to spend the rest of their lives together, and on October 25th, 1958 were...

Joseph Hesse

Joseph Hesse

Joseph Hesse, a true Renaissance man, died peacefully embraced by the love of family and friends. He died as he lived, with integrity, peace, love, and dignity.Born in Flush, KS, he attended schools in Flush and Topeka, graduating from Kansas State University with a Master's in French. He taught French, German and History at Stoughton High School for 30 years,...

Ronald  ""Ron"" Jacobson

Ronald ""Ron"" Jacobson

Ronald (Ron) Jacobson of Middleton, Wisconsin departed this world on the Fourth of July, 2019 at the age of 78, having battled Alzheimer's with perseverance and grace, grit and humor. His latter days were spent walking among the residents and in the care of the exceptionally kind and competent staff at Willow Pointe Memory Care in Verona, and the lovely...

Jeanne Beckman

Jeanne Beckman

Jeanne Beckman passed away August 2, 2019 after a long and full life. She was born in 1929 in Salem SD, to Herb and Josie Willoughby, then later moved to Howard SD where she grew up along with her sisters Joanne and Jerilyn. Jeanne met her future husband Robert Beckman while attending the University of South Dakota. They worked during...

Charlotte  R. Miura

Charlotte R. Miura

MADISON - Charlotte Miura, known fondly to many of her friends and family as ""Sharlie,"" was an unassuming, caring soul and beloved by many. Sharlie passed away unexpectedly on Friday, Sept. 2, 2016 at 85 years of age. She lived a long and fulfilling life and is survived by her husband Akira Miura, a UW-Madison professor emeritus in East Asian...

Suzanne  M. Maillette

Suzanne M. Maillette

Madison - Suzanne Maillette, loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend, died on Jan. 14, 2019, at age 71. A lifelong artist, Suzanne had a passion for beauty in its many forms. Her paintings, although abstract, often reflected her favorite elements of nature, including trees, Sandhill cranes, water, and flowers. Family and faith were two important elements of Suzanne's...

Peter Castagna

Peter Castagna

Peter Castagna was born in San Giuseppe Jato, Sicily, Italy; he passed away on June 25, 2019 in Maplewood, MN. Peter immigrated to the United States in 1951, settled in Madison, WI, and became a proud American Citizen. A life-long tailor, Peter started his apprenticeship at age 7, and continued his profession for the next 85 years. He worked at...

Phyllis  L. Reisdorf

Phyllis L. Reisdorf

Phyllis Louise Reisdorf (Lambrecht) passed peacefully into the next life on Jan.19, 2019, two days after her 97th birthday. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.Phyllis was born and raised in Milwaukee. She graduated from Milwaukee State Teachers' College and taught elementary school in Oakland, CA and Madison where she met the love of her life, Alex...

Marilyn  R. Robinson

Marilyn R. Robinson

Marilyn R. Robinson (Spencer), age 88, passed away on Sunday, March 17, 2019. She was born on February 26, 1931 in Milwaukee to Curtis and Virginia (Trepanier) Spencer. Marilyn was raised in Oconto and was a graduate of Oconto High School. She went on to frequently travel, and even up until recently was even discussing plans to travel to India...

Eugene ""Dutch"" D. Schultz

Eugene ""Dutch"" D. Schultz

Eugene Delmont Schultz, Madison, ""Dutch"", passed away at Chamomile Assisted Living with Agrace HospiceCare assisting him and family, on Sunday, March 24, 2019 at the age of 94, with his wife, Pat at his side. Born to Alma (Thiede) Rebstock and Walter Schultz, in Montevideo MN on September 13th 1924. Gene was the youngest of three brothers, with Vernon and...

Charles  W. Hardwick

Charles W. Hardwick

Cress Funeral Home is assisting the family.Cress Funeral and Cremation Service206 W Prospect St. Stoughton 608-873-9244

Alvin  ""Al"" Ripp

Alvin ""Al"" Ripp

Middleton: Middleton: Alvin A. ""Al"" Ripp, age 59, passed away on Wed., June 14, 2017 at a Madison Hospital. He was born on Sept. 5, 1957 to Peter and Marcella (Dahmen) Ripp. Al grew up on the family dairy farm and was a lifelong resident of Middleton. He married Sharon ""Shari"" Greiber on June 28, 1980 at St. John's Catholic...

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