Charles "Chuck" Bayuk
Oct 12, 2024
Charles "Chuck" Edward Bayuk died on October 12, 2024 after a 21-year struggle with cancer. Locally loved by many, Chuck was a one-of-a-kind, highly revered and talented Madison musician, known for his astounding breadth and depth of songs, ranging from John Prine to Neil Young to Robert Earl Keane. His rich commanding and compelling voice and acoustic guitar connected and...
Michael A.P. Dufer
Oct 11, 2024
Michael A.P. DuFer
February 11,1955 - October 11,2024
Our dear sweet brother, father and friend Michael (Mike) Dufer, 69, of Freeport,IL, formally of Madison WI has passed away. He was born on February 11, 1955 in San Diego the son of Jeanette and Richard Dufer. He will be remembered as a sweet blue eyed smiley faced angel. Michael spent most of his...
Sandra Wise
Oct 7, 2024
Sandra Lee Wise
March 11, 1947 - October 7, 2024
Sandra L. Wise, lovingly known as “Sandy” of Madison, Wisconsin (formerly of Waukesha, Wisconsin) passed away peacefully with her daughter on Monday, October 7, 2024 at the age of 77. Sandy was born in Waukesha on March 11,1947 to Michael and LaVerne (Kissling) Lombardi. Sandy was the youngest of their seven children....
Dean Michael Flaig
Oct 7, 2024
Dean Michael Flaig, age 72 passed away peacefully on the morning of Oct. 7 from complications of Early Onset Alzheimer's Disease. Dean is survived by his wife of 9 years, Jamie Templin Flaig, his sister Diane Flaig, brother Dave Flaig and several nieces and nephews, as well as 2 stepsons and several step-grandchildren. Dean, whos’ passions in life included music...
Leigh K Vierstra
Sep 29, 2024
On Sunday, September 29, 2024 Leigh K Vierstra (age 41) of Madison, Wisconsin, passed peacefully from this world. Leigh was surrounded by loved ones during a vibrant autumn sunset - and is greatly missed.
In these quiet moments of reflection, the pain of losing Leigh is immense. Her wide path captured the essence of a life well lived with purpose and...
Wayne Paulson
Sep 29, 2024
Wayne L. Paulson September 5, 1934 – September 29, 2024
Wayne L. Paulson, a revered figure in environmental engineering, a devout Lutheran, and a dedicated family man, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2024, leaving behind a profound legacy of education, faith, and service to both his community and the field he loved.
Born on September 5, 1934, in the family home...
Edwin Benet
Sep 24, 2024
A Celebration of Life for Edwin will be held October 27, 2 pm to 5 pm at Four Winds Farm, 5735 Adams Road, Fitchburg, WI, fourwindsfarmfitchburg.com.
After a courageous 2-year battle with bulbar-onset ALS, Edwin passed away Tuesday Sept. 24, surrounded by family, and his devoted dog, Leo. Edwin was steadfast from the beginning; he would tackle this devastating disease on...
James "Jim" Joseph Volk
Sep 21, 2024
James Joseph "Jim" Volk, of Madison, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully with family at his side on September 21, 2024, at the age of 78 after a lengthy illness. He was born in Madison on December 16, 1945, to James Edmond and Norma V. (Meyer) Volk. He is preceded in death by his parents; two infant siblings, Rita Kay Volk and...
Carole Elaine (Engle,Hegmann) Stephens
Sep 19, 2024
Carole Elaine ( Engle, Hegmann) Stephens
August 21, 1939 - September 19, 2024
Carole (with an e!) was born to Geraldine Grace Richards (1908-1997) and Reverend Earl Norman Engle (1906-1987) in Jamestown, NY. As the daughter of a Unitarian Universalist minister and his wife, she was surrounded by music and love throughout her childhood. Carole was brilliant both academically and musically. She...
Nina M. Eddy
Sep 4, 2024
Nina M. Eddy, of Madison, WI, passed away on September 04, 2024. No service information.