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.
Debra Kay Mickelson
Sep 1, 2023
Columbus — Debra Kay Mickelson, age 68, of Columbus, WI, passed away peacefully on September 1, 2023. Debra was the most loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She was the light in any room, and her infectious laugh brought joy to all who knew her. Her personality and natural charisma allowed her to make friends wherever she went.
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Harvey Jeffrey Smilowitz
Sep 1, 2023
Harvey Jeffrey Smilowitz, 79, passed away on Friday, September 1, 2023 from complications related to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) in Madison, Wisconsin. Harvey faced ALS as he approached life in general, with courage and a sense of humor, surrounded by family and friends.
Harvey was born in Brooklyn, New York in 1944 to Louis and Bertha Smilowitz and was raised...
Elizabeth Ann Murphree
Aug 31, 2023
Some of her last words were, “Where are my babies?” Even in her last moments, Elizabeth Ann Johnson Murphree was thinking of her children. It was her purpose in life, something she often questioned, but she was meant to be a mother. In fact, in one of the last conversations she had with her son, Carl, she said,...
James M. Sheridan
Aug 31, 2023
Jim Sheridan of Middleton was born in Brooklyn, NY on September, 30 1938 to James Sheridan Sr and Mary (Hennelly) Sheridan and passed away peacefully at Agrace Hospice Care Center on August 31 at the age of 84. He is survived by his dear loving wife of 29 years, Nancy, and children Jennifer Sheridan of Camas, WA, Kim Neil (Jeff)...
Margaret Pertzborn
Aug 30, 2023
Margaret (Peggy) Cleary Pertzborn, 97, of Madison died peacefully in her sleep on August 30, 2023. Her family was by her side.
Peg was born April 18, 1926, in Blanchardville, Wisconsin on her family farm, to parents John Cleary and Rowena Bohan Cleary. Peg married James (Jim) E. Pertzborn on May 1, 1948. Jim was the love...
Brian John Robbins
Aug 30, 2023
Brian Robbins (July 16, 1969 – August 30, 2023)
The day the U.S. astronauts blasted off for the moon, Brian Robbins was born. Since that time, Brian was infatuated with everything fast – Porsche, BMW, Ducati, and others. His favorite pastime was driving these vehicles through the country roads of Wisconsin. Brian was happy he shared this passion with...
Robert "Rob" Stellmacher
Aug 28, 2023
Robert (Rob) Stellmacher, 59, of Waunakee WI, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, August 28, 2023 at their family cottage in Grindle Lake, WI (his favorite place on earth). He was born on July 11th, 1964 in Baraboo, WI. He was the son of Harwood (Howie) and Mae (Stumpf) Stellmacher. Though Rob never won the powerball… he won the lottery when...
Rose Marie Shafer
Aug 27, 2023
Rose Marie Shafer, age 98, passed from this world on August 27, 2023. She was born March 12, 1925 in Darlington, Wisconsin. She was married to Everett (Bud) Shafer on August 4, 1945. Rose worked for Ohmeda (GE) off and on for several years while raising her family until she retired in 1989. She enjoyed connecting with people and...
Teressa DiPrima
Aug 26, 2023
Teressa DiPrima, 75 went home to her heavenly father on Saturday, August 26th surrounded by her loving family. Teressa is preceded in death by both of her parents, Jonathan and Alice Bluejacket, her husband Peter DiPrima, and her sister Sheilia Patterson. She leaves behind her son Kelly DiPrima, Daughters, Heather DiPrima Hasman (Karl Hasman) Tara Montemayor (Nathan Montemayor), and...
Gerry Cotter
Aug 26, 2023
Geraldine “Gerry” Ann (Mattson) Cotter age 94 of Madison, WI passed away on August 26, 2023. Daughter of Verner and Myrtle Mattson, Gerry was born and raised in Minneapolis and was a 1947 graduate of Marshall High School. She met Dale Cotter through mutual friends in 1950, and they were married two years later. Dale’s job promotion brought the...
Severa Lynne Austin
Aug 25, 2023
Severa Austin, 85, of Madison, died in her sleep on August 25, 2023, after a full and meaningful life. Severa was a proud graduate of Randall School, West High, and the University of Washington, though her heart beat strongly for the Badgers. Both her career and personal life were marked by her devotion to social justice and public service....
Debra A. Hoel
Aug 25, 2023
Stoughton – Debra Ann Hoel, age 65, passed away on August 25, 2023. Debra was born in Stoughton on January 7, 1958, to Wesley and Ann Hoel. She went to special Ed classes at McFarland and Cottage Grove. Then she went to MARC in Stoughton and retired after 40 years.
Debbie loved to play basketball and bean bags. She...
Judi Marie Sopher
Aug 24, 2023
Judi Sopher, age 74, Madison/formerly of Friendship, WI, unexpectedly passed away on August 24th at University Hospital surrounded by her loving family. She had developed DIC, a rare blood disorder caused by infection, and/or inflammation, and/or cancer. DIC is a serious condition that causes problems with blood clotting and internal bleeding that is hard to control.
Judi...
Jeanette H. Sherman
Aug 24, 2023
Jeanette H. (Jan) Sherman, age 91, passed away the morning of August 24th, 2023.
She was born on December 24, 1931 in Cross Plains, WI., the daughter of Elmer and Myrtle Boehnen.
She was united in marriage to Allan N. Sherman on January 20, 1951. She was a graduate of Madison Central High School and was a member of Bethel...
Kathryn S. Walters
Aug 23, 2023
On August 23, 2023, the world bid farewell to a beloved mother, sister, and friend, as Kathryn Sullivan Walters passed away at the age of 66. Kathryn, born to Raymond Francis Sullivan and Gertrude Ellen Murray on October 25, 1956, leaves behind a legacy of compassion, service, and unwavering love.Kathryn's life was marked by a series of accomplishments that reflected her...
Huilian (Bill) Zhang
Aug 22, 2023
In Loving Memory of Huilian Zhang
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the peaceful passing of Huilian Zhang on August 22, 2023 at the age of 85. A devoted husband, father, and accomplished electrical computer engineer, his legacy lives on through his beloved wife Qihui Zuo and daughter Stephanie Zhang (Christopher Anecelle).
Born in Beijing, China, Huilian...
Frederick H. Buelow
Aug 22, 2023
Fred Buelow, a longtime resident of Madison, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on August 22, 2023 at the age of 94. Fred was a cherished member of the Madison community, known for his kind heart, service to his church, and dedication to his family, friends and Wisconsin sports teams.
Fred was born in 1929 in Minot, North Dakota, the eldest of...
William Neeley Rupp
Aug 21, 2023
William Neeley Rupp passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on Monday Aug. 21, 2023, leaving family and friends very heartbroken.William was born at the Ft. Atkinson, WI hospital on April 7th, 2006, to Anthony W. Rupp and Charlotte L. Adams.William resided in Stoughton living with his father, bonus-mom Chelsea, his little sister Emma and little brother Cameron. He attended the Stoughton...
Marilyn R. Kalhagen
Aug 21, 2023
McFarland – Marilyn Ruth Kalhagen, age 92, passed away at her home on Monday August 21, 2023. Marilyn married Robert Kalhagen on November 22, 1950, in McFarland Lutheran Church. Our beloved Mom has left us to go to her devoted husband Robert "Buck" Kalhagen (who passed in October 2008). They will be joined again after being married 58 years....
William "Bill" R. Drew
Aug 20, 2023
William “Bill” Robert Drew, born in Clinton, IA on October 6, 1939 to Laurence W. and Mary E. Myers Drew, passed away peacefully from cholangiocarcinoma, otherwise known as bile duct cancer, on Sunday, August 20 at age 83 at University of Wisconsin Hospital surrounded by his loving family. This very rare and aggressive form of liver cancer metastasized rapidly,...
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