Ellen Joy Emmitt (Roenneburg)

Ellen Joy Emmitt, 71, of Delavan, WI passed away on Wednesday, April 9, 2025.

Ellen was born on December 20, 1953, to the late Kenneth and Dorys (Tifft) Roenneburg. She married Michael Emmitt on June 22, 1972, he preceded her in death at a very young age.

Ellen graduated from Madison West High School, being a Madison local, she decided to continue her education at the University of Madison. She first attended for a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Education followed by a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing.

She loved music, art, traveling, and living life to the fullest. Ellen was a very active person in her community, and w...

Janet Green (Forbes)

She sprinkled a little magic everywhere she went.

On Friday, February 28, 2025, Janet Forbes-Green passed away peacefully with the love of her life Lee Green and children by her side. She was preceded in death by her parents Georgina and Sydney Forbes and brother Derek Forbes.

She is survived by her husband Lee Green of 45 years, her son Jason (Renee) Green, daughter Nicole (Angelo) Zimbardi, and grandchildren Sidney and Braden Green, Nina and Zoe Zimbardi; sisters Cheryl Forbes, Sandra Forbes and Paula Forbes; nephews Dario (Brittany) and Ramon Otero, and Solon Ellis; great nephew and nieces Dario Jr and Arianna Otero, Zora Wright; and brothers-in-law Pete Ot...

Jerome (Jerry) Kennedy

OREGON - Jerome Frank "Jerry" Kennedy, age 70, of Oregon, passed away on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at Randolph Health Services. He was born on March 18, 1954, in Madison, Wis., the son of Gerald and Delores Kennedy.

Jerry graduated from West High School and went on to MATC to earn his degree in Culinary Arts. He was the chef at Oakwood East for many years. He was known as a great cook, but also enjoyed some traveling and going to casinos. Jerry was a huge advocate of AA, as he himself had been sober for 38 years. He was also very religious, was a scholar of the Bible, and a past member of Mad City Church. Jerry loved spending time with his dog, Fudgey, and was an avid Pack...

Karla Boreiko (Dunn)

Karla Boreiko, age 70, died after a year-long battle with cancer on June 1, 2024, in her Orange County Home surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Springfield Illinois on October 20, 1953, to the late Mary Louise Toigo Dunn and Karl Hogarth Dunn.

Karla grew up in Madison, Wisconsin where she lived until her early 20’s. A graduate of West High School she went on to earn a Bachelor’s degree in Special Education at the University of Wisconsin – Madison. It was during this time in 1975 that she met and married Craig John Boreiko who was to be her loving husband for nearly 50 years.

Karla and her husband briefly lived in South Pasadena, California where Ka...

Duane Arnold Sundt

Mr. Duane Arnold Sundt, 70, of Walterboro, entered into eternal rest Saturday evening, May 11, 2024, surrounded by his loving family at home.

Born December 13, 1953, in Madison, Wisconsin, he was a son of the late Arnold Peter Sundt and the late Doris Tietz Sundt.

Duane loved his family, friends, dogs, and gardening.

He is survived by his wife of forty-eight years, Mrs. Alice M. Sundt; two daughters, Kendra Stock (Russell) and Heather Poster (Aaron); and three grandchildren, Star Poster, Victor Stock, Ziva Stock.

The family would like to express their gratitude for the exceptional and kind care from all his doctors, nurses and care...

James (Jimmy) Shapiro

MADISON - James Allen Shapiro, 69, beloved father, brother, nephew, and uncle, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Thursday, March 28, 2024.

Born in Madison on March 29, 1954, he was the eldest son of Irving and Nadine (Schuster) Shapiro. Jim attended Cherokee Heights Elementary and Junior High, graduated from West High School, class of 1972, and studied Geology at the UW-Madison. He and his family members attended Temple Beth El.

Jim loved to travel throughout his life and saw more of the world than most people dream of. As a young man, along with traveling the States on motorcycle, he took extended trips through Iran, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Australia and H...

David Hestad

Dave's obituary was published on March 30, 2025 here: https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/madison/name/david-hestad-obituary?id=58017804

The following is an informal tribute to Dave: David J. Hestad, age 69, passed away from pancreatic cancer on March 27, 2024, surrounded by his family. He was born August 1, 1954, in Madison, Wisconsin to Erling and Helene (Livingston) Hestad. As a young boy, he spent a couple years living in Evanston, IL and then his family moved to La Crosse, WI. In 2022, he wrote: “I like La Crosse for the beauty and setting. You can explore the river or the bluffs. The whole river there is part of a wildlife refuge. Most of the town itself is flat fo...

Michael James Swennes

Michael James Swennes died on August 30, 2023, in Longview, Washington, at the age of 69.

Mike was born in Madison, Wisconsin, on August 10, 1954. He was a 1972 graduate of Madison West High School.

He worked as a respiratory therapist at PeaceHealth in Longview, Washington. According to a colleague, “We truly loved Mike. He was kind and gentle to all in his care and to his coworkers. It was always a joy to see him in the halls and visit.”

He is survived by his wife, Debbie Blake Swennes.

Henry Arthur Verden

Henry A. Verden of Stoughton Wisconsin passed away suddenly but peacefully at the age of 68 on Monday, February 13th after a battle with cancer.

Henry was born in Madison, Wisconsin and graduated from Madison West High School in 1972. He lived and attended college in Stevens Point, moved to Minneapolis, Los Angeles, Washington, D.C., Chicago and finally fell in love with Stoughton.

WORK & HOBBIES
Henry worked in many different industries. He was a writer, humorist, and avid reader. His articles and stories entertained and informed whether he was writing about his personal experiences or Bountiful Cupboard Magazine which he co-founded with his wife, Mary-C...

Kathy Kunz (King)

Kathy (King) Kunz, 68, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, Dec. 17, 2022. She was born on Jan. 25, 1954, the daughter of Neil and Shirley (Russler) King. She lived in the Madison area for most of her life and knew it as home. Kathy graduated from Madison West High School with the Class of 1972. She married John Kunz and together had two daughters, whom they raised in DeForest.

Kathy earned a degree in Geology at UW-Madison as a returning student in 2005. She worked in the travel industry, in accounting and most recently, with the U.S. Geological Survey. She loved music, was a lifelong learner and had a library of books for her children and grandchildren to enjoy. Kathy was d...

Thomas Elliott Valley

MADISON - Thomas "Tom" Elliott Valley, age 68, passed away early Thursday, July 7, 2022, in the presence of family at Agrace Hospice in Janesville.

Tom was born to Cyril and Elizabeth (Elliott) Valley (deceased) in Prairie du Chien. The family of ten moved to Madison, where he grew up. After high school, he chose to enlist in the military. Tom served in the Navy from Oct 1972 to Aug 1976 and the Wisconsin Army National Guard from 1982 to 1986. Post service he was skilled in various building trades and co-owned a remodeling and roofing business.

Tom had romanced and married Nancy Schmit (deceased). They had four daughters: Jaime, Nicole, Angelique, and Therese an...

Larry Stormer

Larry Stormer (68) of Madison passed away peacefully at his home with his loving wife, Elaine, by his side.

Larry is survived by his wife Elaine, his children Alicia & Andrea, and his two wonderful stepchildren Brad (Lisa) and Ryan (Gina). Larry had 8 grandchildren, whom he adored: Audreyanna & Roddrick (Andrea), Conner and Morgan (Brad & Lisa), and Griffin, Kamryn, Joseph, and Amelia (Ryan & Gina)

He was also survived by his brothers, whom he loved: Mike (Leigh), Keith (Kristy), and Rick. He was preceded in death by his father Joseph, mother Mildred, and nephews Theo & Joseph (Rick & Stacy).

Larry always had a passion for music. In his college ye...

Jug Hur

Jug Hur - Oct. 10, 1954 - Jan. 19, 2022

MADISON - Jug Hur, passed away January 19, 2022.

Jug lived most of his life in Madison, but loved to travel back to Miami and Key Largo, FL. Jug was a lifelong motorsport enthusiast, race car driver, father, and grandfather. Jug was a lover of classic and antique cars, like his father before him.

Jug is survived by two children: J.R. Hur and Abbegail Balderas; and three grand children: Anthony Borden, Benjamin Rodriguez, and Eleanor Hur.

His second son, Alexander Borden, preceded him in death.

Published by Madison.com on Jun. 5, 2022.

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Diana Montalto (Chisman)

WHITEWATER - Diana Kay Montalto, age 67, of Whitewater, Wis., passed away peacefully on Nov. 21, 2021, with her loved ones by her side.

Diana was born June 15, 1954, in Madison, Wis., to Harold Keith Chisman and Delaine June Chisman. She graduated from Madison West High School in 1972 and later married Joseph Montalto III, raising four children, one foster daughter, and becoming grandparents to seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

Diana spent her life caring for others. She opened her home for 30-plus years to the foster care community, caring for children and adults with disabilities. Not only did she spend her life creating a loving home for her f...

Miriam Berger (Gross)

Miriam (Gross) Berger died on July 17, 2020 at age 66.

Predeceased by her husband, Yaakov "Jay" Berger; father, George Gross; and brother, Martin Fettman. She is survived by her loving parents, Annette and Cantor Leo Fettman; devoted siblings, Aviva (Rabbi Joel) Schwab, Renana Gross (Steve Kristoff), Jack (Esther Malka) Fettman, and Rachel (Haim) Heifetz; nieces & nephews, Yoni, Ami, Yosef, Chavi, Bracha Freidel, Nissin, Atara, Yehudis, and Tehila Bracha; her beloved aide, Linda Bolton; and numerous great-nieces & nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins as well as Yaakov's family and many dear friends.

Miriam was born in Chicago on May 1, 1954, and spent her early...

William Thomas Vandenbrook

WILLIAM THOMAS VANDENBROOK - MADISON

On June 13, 2020, Bill Vandenbrook, age 67, passed away at home following a courageous three-year battle with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's Disease.



He was born on January 10, 1953 in Wisconsin Rapids, the fourth of seven children to Crusher and Mimi. As a child, Bill loved to be outside, especially during idyllic small town summers. In 7th grade, the family moved to Madison, thus beginning years of shenanigans with neighborhood hooligans.



He attended Blessed Sacrament grade school and West High School, graduating in 1972. In 1974, he married Joan (Muetz), beginning a 45-year adventure. They rais...

Janne Parker (Parkin)

Janne Parkin Parker age 65, passed away Wednesday, April 29, 2020.

Mrs. Parker was a born and raised in Madison, WI but had made her home in Milledgeville. She attended Madison West High School (Class of '72) and Crandall College before entering the United States Army, serving in Ansbach, Germany. She worked as an Administrative Assistant with Mid-State Steel for many years. She was preceded in death by her parents James Ford Parkin and Charlotte Rose Kressin Parkin.

Survivors include her husband of 42 years, Gary Wayne Parker and her son James Ford Parker both of Milledgeville and her fur baby Pooh. In lieu of flowers memorial contribution may be made to t...

George Benish

WISCONSIN DELLS—George William Benish passed away on Friday, Oct. 25, 2019, at Marshfield Medical Center surrounded by his wife and children. George passed away as a result of injuries sustained in a car accident while on his way home from his annual grouse hunting trip in Park Falls, Wis.



George was born on Aug. 15, 1954, to George Albert and Caryl (Kennedy) Benish in Madison, Wisconsin. George was a free spirit and lived life his way. He graduated from Madison West High School in 1972, and shortly after took an adventurous cross-country trip with his friends landing in California.



George was a jack of all trades and master of none, but his favo...

Ray Baer

Madison – Ray “Razor” Baer, age 64, passed away on August 30, 2019 peacefully at UW Hospitals. The cause of death is not known.



He was born on October 5, 1954 to Richard and Anne Baer. He attended Madison West High School and the University of Wisconsin in La Crosse. Ray lived in Alaska for a time and was employed by Trachte Overhead Doors when he returned. He was an avid Badger, Packer and Atlanta Braves fan. He loved golf.



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John R. Cardarella

John R. Cardarella, 66, of Madison and Blue River passed away on Friday, June 14, 2019. The cause of death may have been a heart attack.



He was born on March 18, 1953 in Madison the son of Anthony and Marjorie (Ambrose) Cardarella. John graduated from West High School in 1972 He worked at Oscar Mayer/Kraft for over 32 years. John was an avid sportsman enjoying hockey, softball, fishing, and hunting.



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Barbara Carol Alderete (Culver)

Barbara Carol Culver Alderete of Round Rock, Texas peacefully passed away on January 9th, 2019 in the comforting arms of her loving husband Richard Alderete, from Parkinson's Disease.



Their romance began in March of 1980 leading to marriage in April of 1986. They went on to share 32 fulfilling years of marriage and a multitude of meaningful friendships.



Barbara filled her 64 years in this world with love, family, adventure, friendship, and philanthropy. After getting her technical education at Edgewood College she quickly climbed the ladder to achieve Equipment Engineering Manager in the Semiconductor business.



She was an...

Lisa Ann Stearns (Werner)

LISA (WERNER) STERNS, age 63, died on November 11, 2017, in Hot Springs, Alabama.



Lisa Stearns, 63, of Hot Springs formally of Moulton, Alabama passed away, Saturday, November 11, 2017. She was born October 4, 1954 in Dubuque, Iowa to the late Neale & Laura McCray Werner.



She was retired with 35 years in the United States Army and was of Catholic faith.



She was predeceased by her parents; husband, Fred Stearns; two brothers, Erick Werner, Tim Werner and her beloved dogs.



Survivors include her sister, Chris (Danny) Frazier; brothers, Nick Jessica) Werner, Tony (Val) Werner; sister-in-law, Joseph...

Timothy Robert Narowetz

MADISON: Timothy Robert Narowetz

Tim Narowetz, age 63, died on October 6, 2017, following a life-long struggle with substance abuse.



Tributes about his life include:


-I just today heard of Tim's death. I am so sorry. He was such a kind person and I have good memories of him in high school. I was glad to reconnect with him on Facebook and see that he was still the warm, thoughtful person he had been years back.


-I will always remember Tim's good nature and smile. I will miss him.


-Tim was a long time friend who I shared many great times with over the years, especially in the high school and college days. He touch...

Ray Lovejoy Albright

Ray Lovejoy Albright died on September 7, 2016, at the age of 62. The cause of death is unknown.

He was born on September 2, 1954.

He is buried in Sunset Memory Garden, in Madison, WI: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/211472316/ray-lovejoy-albright

No obituary was published. HIs daughter Amy predeceased him: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/211472402/amy-m.-albright?_gl=1*kijzuk*_ga*MTc3NTA3MTQwOC4xNjUxMzIyMTEz*_ga_4QT8FMEX30*MTY1ODI1NTE3OC40My4xLjE2NTgyNTUzMTIuMA..

William John (Bill) Skinner

MADISON - William John Skinner, age 62, of Madison, passed away on Monday, Feb. 15, 2016, at Badger Prairie Health Care Center in Verona, following an extended illness.



He was born in Madison on Sept. 15, 1953, the son of Raymond and Elizabeth (Meyer) Skinner. Following graduation from Madison West High School, Bill enlisted in the U.S. Navy. After his honorable discharge, when work was hard to find, he enlisted in the U.S. Army where he was honorably discharged due to a medical disability. He loved playing his guitar and spending time with other disabled veterans.



He was preceded in death by his parents and a twin brother, Robert.

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Joseph Kasinski

Joseph “Kaz” Kasinski, 61 of Lyndon Station, formerly of Oregon, Wisconsin passed away peacefully Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2015, from cancer, at the St. Clare Hospice House in Baraboo.



A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held at the Oregon Bowl in Oregon on Saturday, Feb. 14, from 2 -5 p.m. and a second Celebration will be held at Norm’s Bar in Lyndon Station on Sunday, Feb. 15, from 2 — 5 p.m.



Joe was born to Jean Carr and the late Frank Kasinski on Dec. 9, 1953 in Madison. Joe married Janet Young in 1988 and was blessed with his daughter, Anna, in 1993. Joe graduated from Madison West High School in 1972. He was a member of the Sigma Chi Frate...

Jesse Gruman

GRUMAN--Jessie Christine. 60, of New York and Washington, DC, died at home in New York on July 14, 2014.

Jessie was born in Berea, KY, December 7, 1953, and grew up in upstate New York, Montana, Wisconsin and Oregon. She attended West Junior High School if Madison, and also West Senior High for 10th grade.

She graduated from Vassar College in 1975 and received a PhD in social psychology from Columbia University in 1984. In 1992, she founded the Center for Advancing Health, an independent, nonprofit research and policy institute based in Washington, DC, for which she served as president until her death.

She was the author of "AfterShock: What to...

Jeffery Brashares Grafton

MADISON - Jeffery Brashares, age 59, went to be with his Lord on July 2, 2013, in Bakersfield, Calif., due to heart failure.



He was born on May 31, 1955, in Madison, to Kenneth Winton Grafton and Dorothy MacKay Grafton. Jeff enjoyed reading his Bible, attending church, and playing his guitar.



https://madison.com/news/local/obituaries/grafton-jeffery-brashares/article_fb7edd07-ff9d-5838-bb75-2d62218c7bdb.html Read obituary here



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Andrea Berto (Plaut)

MADISON - Andrea (Plaut) Berto, 58, died Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2012, at Agrace HospiceCare, Madison, surrounded by loving family and friends.

Andrea was born June 20, 1954, in Oakland, Calif. She was a resident of Madison since 1956, attending school at West High and the Free School.

Andrea met her beloved husband, Kenneth Berto, when they were both working at Ovens of Brittany restaurant. They married in 1984, the same year Andrea graduated from UW-Madison with a B.S. in Art. Andrea's love of art and interest in gardening and horticulture led her into floral design. She was a partner of Fleurishes Design Studio for many years, becoming sole proprietor in 2007. A...

Barbara Burdulis

MADISON – BARBARA BURDULIS, age 57, died on October 23, 2011 in Madison, Wisconsin, from an unknown cause.



Barbara Burdulis died peacefully on Oct 23 2011. Her life will be celebrated during a service at BLESSED SACRAMENT CHURCH, 2116 Hollister Ave, Madison, on Wednesday Oct 26 2011. The visitation will occur from 11 a m - 11 30 AM, followed by a service from 1130 AM -12 15 PM.



https://www.newspapers.com/clip/81838683/ Read a news story about her advocacy here



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John Kunz

Madison - John R. Kunz, age 57, of Madison, passed away on Monday, Oct. 17, 2011, at University Hospital. The cause of death is unknown.



John was born on Nov. 12, 1953, the son of John and Emma (Voss) Kunz.



He was a man of simplicity and his love for friends and family were his life! Memorials may be made to the Sun Prairie VFW Post No. 9362.



https://madison.com/news/local/obituaries/john-r-kunz/article_262390dc-dcfb-5106-8b86-ed3a31c1ae8e.html Read the full obituary here

Terence Gerard (Terry) Zweifel

According to the Social Security death records, Terry Zweifel died in Florida at the age of 56. He appears to have lived and worked in Florida for many years (https://www.usphonebook.com/terence-zweifel/florida/mount-dora)



No obituary has been found. The notes from the 40th reunion mention "suicide" as a cause of death. Please add information that you have in the Tributes below.

Gary Arthur Wedderspoon

Verona -- Gary A. Wedderspoon, age 56, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, Nov. 18, 2010.



Gary enjoyed the water, working on cars with his dad, helping those around him and spending time with the family. We love and miss you Gary. You are now at peace forever, safely home in Heaven at last.



http://funeralinnovations.com/obituaries/view/32107/1
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Scott Jensen

Scott Jensen was a lively Randall and West Junior High classmate. He died on May 29, 2010.

His family moved to Prescott, Arizona in 1969 where they managed a resort, Loba Lodge. Scott’s maternal grandparents remained in Shorewood and his entire life he maintained ties to many of his Madison friends.

Scott graduated from Prescott High School. He furthered his education with a B.S. in business administration, summa cum laude, at Northern Arizona University. Ultimately, Scott found he loved working with his hands and became an expert in drywall construction.
For much of his life Scott was an ardent Christian. He had a brief marriage with a fellow evangeli...

Randy Joe Botts

Randy died on January 15, 2010 at the age of 56, from injuries sustained in an airplane crash in Mississippi.



HANCOCK COUNTY, MS (WLOX) - Hancock County Coroner Norma Stiglet says both victims, 56-year-old Randy Botts and 23-year-old Karl Smith, have undergone autopsies and died from multiple injuries due to blunt force.



Pieces of the 1989 RV-4 Single Engine plane are untouched as officials try to determine the cause of the fatal crash.



Hancock County Sheriff's Department Investigator Richard Fayard says, "We currently have a representative of FAA on scene at this time. They're back there doing their preliminary investigati...

John M. Nitka

Nitka, John M. H.SUN PRAIRIE

John M. Nitka, age 56, died Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2009, in Fitchburg, of unknown causes.



He was born May 12, 1953, in Madison, the son of Joseph and Marion (Turk) Nitka. John was a great Packers fan and enjoyed working on cars in his spare time. He was known for his amazing and witty sense of humor. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. He was a longtime employee of Gardner Bakery.



On Jan. 3, 2009. John was united in marriage with Carol Ryan in Sun Prairie.



Military honors will be accorded at Sun Prairie Memory Gardens. In lieu of flowers, the family prefers memorials in John's name.

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Ann Finney (Granger)

FINNEY ANN GRANGER FINNEY


Ann (Granger) Finney died on March 21, 2009 in Alexandria, VA, at the age of 55, from cancer.

Wife of Tom Finney, mother of Laurel and Kerry Finney, sister of Lynne Ambrose and Scott Granger, daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Herbert Granger.



A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, March 24, 2009 at 9 a.m. at Quantico National Cemetery, Triangle, VA.



In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 124 Park Street S.E.. Vienna, VA 22180.



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Tiberio Jaramillo

Tiberio Jaramillo died on July 6, 2008, from a heart attack, at the age of 54, in his home country of Columbia. He was a foreign exchange student at Madison West High School, in the class of 1972.

Various remembrances have been posted about him:

"Dear Friends, Knowing that you where meaning persons for Tiberio, because of friendship, partnership or work, I felt that I should let you know that Tiberio passed away last 6th of July because a heart attack near home of Medellín, Colombia. The motorcyclists have lost a very good friend, teacher and partner, Tiberio was always very generous with his knowledge and his time and always willing to help. For those that we...

William Benjamin Prince

Prince, Capt. Bill MADISON

Capt. Bill Prince, age 54, owner and operator of Nordic Diver Great Lakes Charters (www.nordicdiver.com), died unexpectedly of unknown causes while diving in Lake Wazee near Black River Falls on Tuesday, May 20, 2008.



Bill was born in Madison on Sept. 13, 1953, to Stacer Prince and Amy Shohet. He was a graduate of West High School where he played goalie on the varsity hockey team, built and raced motorcycles, and was an accomplished archer. He was involved in several local businesses in Madison and indulged in many outdoor activities but most of all, he loved boats and the water.



He tried life in Arizona w...

Sheree Swetin (Lieberthal)

Sheree L. Swetin, age 52, the executive director of the San Diego County Bar Association, died on Sunday, June 3, after a long and courageous battle with lung cancer.



She formerly resided in Lombard and Arlington Heights.



Born on the 4th of July, Sheree spent her childhood in Champaign, IL, and then in Madison, WI. At age 17, she first exercised her life-long passion for travel, leaving the United States to live on an Israeli Kibbutz near the Lebanese border. She remained on the Kibbutz for seven years, serving for much of that time as director of a residential children's facility.



Sheree traveled widely, visiting fort...

James Heideman

MADISON - Jim Heideman ("Junior"/ "Drovak"/ "Heide"/ "Sluggo"/ "JimBob"/ "TheBigMan"), age 51, passed away in his sleep on Monday, April 17, 2006, after a long struggle with alcoholism.

He was born Sept. 2, 1954, to Gerald and Donna Heideman. He grew up in Madison and was very active in sports.

He joined the Navy in 1972, and then worked for 7-Up Bottling Company before leaving to explore the country. He returned to Madison, having found his true talents in carpentry, music, training dogs, cooking and anything to do with trivia. He lived his life by his own rules. He had a big heart, and was always helping other people.

Jim's son meant the worl...

John Wilson Dulin

John Wilson DULIN


John Wilson Dulin was born July 27, 1954 in Seattle, Washington and died February 9, 2006, in Edmonds, at the age of 52, following a brief and unexpected illness.



John was a loyal career employee of Bargreen-Ellingson; prior to his 26 years there he worked in hotel management in Wisconsin and Florida.



He graduated from high school in Madison, Wisconsin and attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison. John loved sailing, flying, jazz and stray dogs. He read widely and loved taking car rides in the mountains. He participated in several Swiftsure sailboat races. He was interested in politics and cheered liberal ca...

Christopher Charles Hoover

Chris Charles Hoover, age 51, of Stoughton, passed away quietly in his sleep on Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2005, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Chris is survived by his wife, Debra (Reis) of Stoughton; his sons, Matthew of Green Bay and Brett of Stoughton; his father, Tom Hoover, Sr. and stepmother, Ann Hoover of Madison; and his siblings, Tom (Dorothy) Hoover of Madison, Ruth (Dean) Werner of Seattle, Wash, and James Hoover of Madison. He was preceded in death by his mother, Viola Hoover.

Chris was dearly loved by all and will be sorely missed.

Chris (aka Peebo) went to West Junior High, and Debra went to Cherokee. They both attended West in 1...

Susan Hope Nelson

PELICAN RAPIDS, MINN./ MADISON

Susan "Susie" Nelson, age 50, a resident of Pelican Rapids, Minn., died on Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2005. The cause of death is unknown.



Susan Hope Nelson was born Oct. 26, 1954, in Montgomery, Ala., the daughter of Donald B. and Ellen May (Stemme) Nelson. In 1957, Susie and her family moved to Madison, Wis. In 1972, she graduated from Madison West High School. Susie attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and later completed her degree in nursing. From 1978 until 2002 Susie was a resident of Waunakee and then moved back to Madison until 2005. She recently moved to Pelican Rapids.



Susie really enjoyed...

Debra A. Legreid

Debra A. Legreid passed away at the age of 51, the date of death was 10/16/2005.



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David John LeMay

LeMay, David J. MADISON


David J. LeMay, age 49, of Madison died on Thursday, July 17, 2003, at his home. The cause of death is unknown.



He was born on Jan. 26, 1954, in Wisconsin Rapids. He served his country in the U.S. Army and was honorably discharged. He worked for many years as a Telecommunications Technician. He loved animals, especially his cats. He also enjoyed the outdoors from hunting and camping, to scuba diving.



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Peter Alan Kenworthy

Kenworthy, Peter A. LODI



Peter A. Kenworthy, age 49, died very unexpectedly on Friday, July 4, 2003, of injuries sustained from a motorcycle accident.



He was born on June 5, 1954, in Des Moines, Iowa, the son of James A. and Joy Anne (Bowers) Kenworthy. Peter grew up in Des Moines and later moved to Madison. He graduated from Stowe School in Stowe, Vt., where he pursued his love of skiing.



Peter worked his way up from lighting the snow making pots all the way up to assistant general manager at Devils Head Ski and Golf Resort. He loved to ski, snowboard, golf, and was an avid motorcycle enthusiast.



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