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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.
Jeanne C. Shiras
Nov 29, 2024
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Theresa Ann "Terri" Kamp
Nov 29, 2024
Theresa Ann “Terri” Kamp, 73, passed away Friday, November 29, 2024. She was born in Madison on October 16, 1951 to Rod Waldmann and Helen Nagel. She attended Madison Memorial High School and later, MATC. She was united in marriage to Steven Kamp on April 7, 1971 in Hawaii. Together they resided in Middleton for 45 years and were members...
Mary K. Piper
Nov 28, 2024
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Philys M. Clark
Nov 26, 2024
MADISON—Philys Marie Clark, age 91, passed away on Tuesday, November 26, 2024. She was born to parents Charles and Laura (Gilgen) Breitzke. She grew up and was very fond of Madison’s east side, and was a graduate of East High School, Class of 1950. She worked part time at Kresges Dime Store on the capitol square after her classes, and...
Mary L. Sies
Nov 24, 2024
Sun Prairie - Mary L Sies, passed away unexpectedly on November 24, 2024, after a brief illness. Born on April 17, 1965, Mary was the youngest of the six children born to Harold and Eileen Grimm. Aside from being a free spirit, Mary was just a purely happy person. She aways managed a smile and a laugh and was willing...
Dale E. Woodford, Jr.
Nov 24, 2024
Dale Eugene Woodford Jr. was born on February 27, 1946, in Eau Claire WI as eldest son of five to parents Lorraine Elizabeth Anne Woodford (f.k.a. Hatch) and Dale Eugene Woodford Sr. Dale is survived by his siblings Randy, Mary Kay, Nancy and Gary; his children Sam, Justine, and Elizabeth; his grandchildren Zach, Laney, Aiya, and Bilal.
With a Bachelor of...
Chandrawtie Bhagwandin
Nov 23, 2024
Chandrawtie Bhagwandin, known as Maureen, passed away on November 23, 2024 at her daughter's residence. She was the daughter of the late Miram George (Ruby) and Kisson Singh. She joins her late husband, Ram and son, Dave in the Heavens.
She is survived by her daughters: Rohenie, Indira and Savitri; sons: Rajendra and Surendra; sons and daughter-in-law: Salomon, Willo, Sano, Jasoda,...
Margaret Joan "Peggy" Mott
Nov 23, 2024
Margaret Joan "Peggy" Mott passed away on November 23, 2024. A full obituary will be available at a later date. If you would like to be notified when an obituary is on our website, you can sign up for our email notifications at www.cressfuneralservice.com/mailinglist.
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Ruth M. Roedell
Nov 23, 2024
Ruth Marie Roedell (Monum), 83 years old, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on November 23, 2024, under hospice care after complications from a broken hip. “Ruthie” was a beloved and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother.
She was born on July 15, 1941 in Mt. Horeb, WI to Ruth Ida Christine (Gerke) Monum and Arthur John Monum....
Elizabeth Emmerich
Nov 22, 2024
Elizabeth H. “Betsy” Emmerich of Sun Prairie, WI joined her Lord and Savior on November 22, 2024. Betsy was born on October 13, 1941 in Milwaukee, WI to Herbert and Marie Steffen, and was baptized on December 7, 1941 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Milwaukee, WI. Betsy attended Immanuel Lutheran School and was confirmed on April 3, 1955 at Immanuel...
Ardythe Margaret Cobb
Nov 22, 2024
Ardythe Margaret Cobb, age 95, died peacefully at home in Madison on Friday, November 22 after a long illness. She was born in Madison, WI, on November 2, 1929, to Ivan and Adele (Saddy) Hanson.
Ardythe attended Madison East High School and began working at Wisconsin Bell soon after to help support her family. There she met the love of her...
Jane Elizabeth Nosal
Nov 22, 2024
Jane Elizabeth Nosal passed away at home with her husband by her side, on November 22, 2024, at the age of 66. She married James (Jim) Nosal on November 29, 1985, and they were blessed with two wonderful daughters, Amy and Caroline. Despite significant tragedies, Jane consistently led her life as an example of service and perseverance.
Born in Chicago, Illinois...
Lee McGann Kelly
Nov 21, 2024
Lee McGann Kelly, 89, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 21, 2024, surrounded by her 5 children, after a life filled with love, service, and dedication to family. She was born and raised in Shorewood Hills, Madison. She met her loving husband Jack at West High School. They dated in college at the University of Wisconsin Madison and married in...
Nancy L. Schrader
Nov 21, 2024
Madison: Nancy L. Schrader, age 94, passed away Nov 21, 2024. She was born Dec.18,1929 the daughter of Lloyd and Marie Letteer in Milwaukee.
Nancy received her BS from UW Milwaukee before marrying Darrel Schrader of Kohler. She retired from the Madison Metropolitan Public School District after many years of teaching early childhood education. Nancy and Darrel traveled the world extensively...
Elsie H. Knishka
Nov 21, 2024
Elsie H. Knishka died on November 21, 2024, at the age of 92 at Waunakee Valley Senior Living with her family by her side. Born on June 2, 1932, to Peter and Sarah E. Hamilton Michaels in Camden, New Jersey, Elsie was orphaned at an early age and raised at The Carson College for Orphan Girls in Flourtown, Pennsylvania. Elsie...
Julie Schneider
Nov 21, 2024
The world just lost a bit of its sparkle as we prepare to roll up the last puzzle Julie Schneider was working on. Julie passed away quietly on November 21, 2024, leaving behind a lifetime of adventurous stories and joy. Known for her never-ending curiosity and an unquenchable wanderlust, Julie made her way permanently into the hearts of those she...
Ruth Susan (Zander) Acker
Nov 21, 2024
Ruth Susan (Zander) Acker, age 92 of Ashton, died peacefully on Thursday, November 21, 2024, at Cardinal View Senior Living in Middleton. She was born to Frank and Rosina (Nonn) Zander on August 12, 1932 in Pine Bluff.
She married Herbert D. Acker on January 9, 1951 and moved to Ashton where they farmed until his death in 1989. After his...
Cynthia Kay Campbell
Nov 20, 2024
Madison- Cynthia Kay Campbell, age 78, passed away on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at St. Mary’s Hospital. She was born in Elgin, Illinois, on August 21, 1946, the daughter of Albert and Marion Wermich. Cynthia met the love of her life on February 10, 1965, when she took a seat on a couch at a party next to a handsome...
James H. "Jim" Hansen
Nov 19, 2024
James (Jim) H. Hansen, 89, of Sauk City WI passed away on Tuesday November 19, 2024. He was born on April 9, 1935, in Racine, Wisconsin, the son of Axel and Gladys (Gondert) Hansen. Jim had a younger sister, Beverly. He married Estelle Roudebush on August 27, 1960, in Waunakee, Wisconsin.
Jim and Estelle have four children, Michael (Thomas Bartolutti), Dave...
Sue Locke
Nov 19, 2024
Stoughton – Susan “Sue” Locke, age 74, passed away on November 19, 2024 at U.W. Hospital in Madison. She was born to Ardis and Roy Peterson on February 15, 1950, joining brothers William and james and later joined by sister Debra and brother Charles making the family complete.
As a child in the 1950’s she spent hours outdoors playing with her...
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