Madison - Arthur “Art” John Compton, age 85, passed away on Friday, March 7, 2025 at Oak Park Place Nakoma in Madison. He was born in Richland Center, WI on September 15, 1939, the son of Arthur Morten Compton and Hilda (Rockweiler) Compton. Art Graduated from Weston High School in 1958. He married Elaine (Allert) Compton on August 5, 1961. Art worked as a receiver and dispatcher for Certco for 40 years until his retirement.

Art is survived by his wife, Elaine; his children, Jacquelin (Greg Tiedt) Miles, Arthur Raymond Compton, Brian A. Compton and Kevin L. Compton; grandchildren, Bryce, Kami (Adam), Kelson and Karlos (Miranda); great grandchildren, Konner, Wesley, Madelyn and Casey; sisters, Anna (David) Zenz and Deena (Brent) Byers; sister-in-law, Mary Lou Compton; and other family and friends.

He was preceded in death by both parents; sisters, Louise (Larry) Kaltenburg, Anita Drewick and Janie (Jimmy) Montgomery; and brothers, Gerald Compton and Robert (Susan) Compton.

A celebration of Art’s life will be held from 11:00am to 2:00pm on Friday, March 14, 2025 at Ryan Funeral Home, 5701 Odana Rd, Madison. A Memorial Service will take place at 2:00pm. A private entombment will be held at Forest Hill Cemetery in Madison. The family would like to request that all those attending please wear casual attire.

The family would like to thank Agrace Hospice, especially Kaina, and Oak Park Place Nakoma for their wonderful care and support they provide to Art and the family.

To view and sign this guestbook, please visit: www.ryanfuneralservice.com.

Ryan Funeral Home & Cremation Services

5701 Odana Rd

608-274-1000

Arthur Compton

September 15, 1939 - March 07, 2025

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