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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.
John Olson
Jan 24, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of John Olson, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and respected community member. John passed away peacefully into God’s eternal kingdom on January 24, 2025, at the age of eighty-nine.
John was born on May 31, 1935, in Madison, Wisconsin, to John and Dorothy Olson. As the oldest son, he attended Madison...
Rosemary “Rose” Theresa Berkich
Jan 8, 2025
Rosemary “Rose” Theresa Berkich
July 15, 1933 - January 8, 2025
Waunakee
Waunakee - Rose Berkich, of Waunakee, passed away peacefully on Wednesday January 8th with loving family members by her side. She was born on July 15th 1933 to Rose and Al Meinholz of Ashton. She married the love of her life John Berkich in Lawndale, CA on July 2, 1955. They...
Clarice Ramer Wortzel
Jan 27, 2025
Clarice Wortzel, born April 29, 1922, died January 27, 2025 in Madison, WI after a life as long as it was happy. Clarice was born in Passaic, NJ to Israel and Jennie Ramer, Jewish immigrants from Eastern Europe. She grew up there with a large and close extended family, graduating from Montclair State Teachers College in 1942, and went on...
Richelle J. Anhalt
Jan 26, 2025
Richelle J. Anhalt (Peterson), age 59, passed away on January 26, 2025 at home with family, 10 months after being diagnosed with metastatic pancreatic cancer. She faced sickness, treatment, and death with courage, calm, and purpose that will forever inspire us to be better.
Richelle was born on December 15, 1965, and grew up, in La Crosse, WI. She graduated from...
Deanna J. Gore
Jan 23, 2025
Cress Funeral Home is assisting the family.
Cress Funeral & Cremation Service
206 W. Prospect, P.O. Box 231, Stoughton
(608) 873-9244
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Adam Thomas Maue
Jan 23, 2025
Adam Thomas Maue, 21, of Sun Prairie, WI passed away unexpectedly in his sleep on January 23rd, 2025, after having a seizure. Adam was diagnosed with epilepsy in 2023 but had been managing it successfully with medication.
Adam was born on April 27th, 2003 to Don and Jenny (Fanshaw) Maue in Madison, WI. He grew up in Sun Prairie, where he...
Beth A. Veum
Jan 23, 2025
Private services will be held.
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Cress Funeral Service
201 W. Prospect St., P O Box 231, Stoughton WI 53589
Lenoda "Node" Schmitz
Jan 22, 2025
Lenoda “Node” Schmitz passed away on Wed. Jan. 22, 2205 in Waunakee. Funeral services will be held on Sat. Feb. 1, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. at the Winn-Cress Funeral Home 5785 Hwy Q Waunakee. Friends may call at the funeral home on Saturday from 2:00 p.m. until the time of services. Burial will take place at a later date.
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Michele M. Nelson
Jan 22, 2025
Michele Marie Nelson passed away on January 22, 2025 after a long battle with cancer. Her final moments were spent peacefully at home surrounded by her family. Michele was known for her outgoing personality and her love of lighthouses and bears. One of her favorite things to do was spend time with her loved ones and watching the Green Bay...
Cheryl L. Stark
Jan 21, 2025
Sun Prairie – Cheryl Lynn Stark, age 70, passed away on Tuesday January 21, 2025, at UW Hospital in Madison. Cheryl has touched many people with her kindness and was known for her strength and compassion.
She was born March 4, 1954, in Stanley, Wisconsin to the late Leonard and Beatrice (Valk) Haas. Cheryl married Richard O. Stark on April 6,...
Roger G. Nelson
Jan 20, 2025
Stoughton - Roger G. Nelson, age 92, passed away on January 20, 2025, in Stoughton, WI. He was born on September 7, 1932, to Theodore and Annie (Greig) Nelson. After graduating from Stoughton High School, he joined the Army and served in Berlin, Germany during the Korean War from 1952-54. He was a proud Veteran.
Roger worked at Uniroyal for 40...
C. Alberta Walling
Jan 20, 2025
C. Alberta Walling, age 91 of Madison, Wisconsin passed away on the 20th of January 2025 after a short time of hospice support while living at Oakwood Village Prairie Ridge. She died after an accidental fall and a suspected hip or pelvic fracture.
Alberta was born Catherine Alberta George on January 28,1933 to Albert and Anna (McDermott) George in Barnum, Iowa....
Henry E. "Hank" Schuster
Jan 19, 2025
Henry E. “Hank” Schuster, age 95, of Marshall, passed away on Sunday, January 19, 2025, at Brookdale Middleton, Century Ave. He was born at home on January 28, 1929, to William and Josephine (Betlach) Schuster. Hank was united in marriage to Alice Moy on June 13, 1970, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church. Together they farmed in the Town of York....
Wilfred "Wiffie" Kuehn
Jan 19, 2025
Wilfred “Wiffie” Kuehn
90
Waunakee/Cross Plains
Wilfred “Wiffie” Kuehn, age 90, of Waunakee died on Sunday, Jan.19, 2025 at his home in Waunakee. He was born in Waunakee on March 3,1934 to Lawrence and Cecelia (Koch) Kuehn. Wilfred served in the Army during the Korean war.
He was married to Millie Pape and she preceded him in death in 2004.
Wiffie was an agent for...
Gaylene L. Otteson
Jan 19, 2025
Gaylene L. Otteson, age 76, passed away peacefully with loved ones on Sunday, January 19, 2025. She was born on July 3, 1948 in Stoughton to Edmund and Marilyn (Whiting) Halverson. Gaylene was a graduate of McFarland High School. She married Andrew Otteson on July 5, 1969.
Gaylene enjoyed sewing, quilting, and all things crafting with friends. She enjoyed trips up...
Michael Francis McCormick
Jan 19, 2025
Michael F. McCormick, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at home with his wife and daughters at his side on January 19, 2025, at the age of 86. Born on January 10, 1939, in Kaukauna Wisconsin, Mike attended the University of Wisconsin, Madison, and Madison became home. Mike had a long and successful career selling steel for...
Richard Bruce Bilder
Jan 18, 2025
Richard Bruce Bilder, beloved father and husband; renowned international law scholar and professor; long-term editor of the Journal of the American Society of International Law; U.S. Navy veteran; and avid recreational swimmer, died peacefully on January 18, 2025, in Madison, Wisconsin. He was 97 years old.
Richard’s career was dedicated to the important and complex challenges of international law and the...
Jean Ruth Sumi
Jan 18, 2025
MADISON - Jean N. Sumi, age 100, died January 18, 2025 after a brief illness, within the comfort of family members. She was born January 4, 1925, to John and Erna Nagle (Wente) in Flint, Michigan.
Jean fondly remembered growing up on Grosse Ile, Michigan where her father maintained a thriving medical practice. At the foot of their home’s driveway she...
Jammie L. Anderberg
Jan 18, 2025
Jammie L. Anderberg (nee Payne), age 65, peacefully passed away on Saturday, January 18, 2025, with loved ones around her.
Jammie is survived by her adoring husband Chuck, whom she shared 44 years of blissful marriage together; children James (Madyson), Christina (David) Siebert, and Alex; grandchildren Shelby, Nicolas, and Korie; siblings George (Mary), Jule (James) Sorum, Gennie (Gordy) McKay, and Gerry...
McKenzi Cory Gabel
Jan 17, 2025
McKenzi Cory Gabel, 33 years young, passed away from complications due to an automobile accident. Kenzi was born on October 3, 1991 to Tami Jo Gabel.
Kenzi was a sweet, loving woman who loved everyone, but especially babies and her family. She loved animals, putting puzzles together, doing art projects, and thrifting. Kenzi worked at the Hodan Center in Mineral Point.
She...
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