Florence J. "Tootie" (Mertes) Kupietz
Aug 8, 2023
Florence J. “Tootie” (Mertes) Kupietz, age 92, of Pine Creek, WI, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 8, 2023.
She was born on March 16, 1931, to Bernard and Della (Sikorski) Mertes. Florence grew up in Bluff Siding, WI, attending a one-room schoolhouse for six years. She then attended St. Joseph’s School for two years, and then Cathedral High...
Ellen Volkman
Aug 4, 2023
Ellen Volkman, age 90, entered her eternal home on August 4, 2023.
Ellen was born to Otto and Clara Brand on May 31, 1933. She graduated from Rushford High School in 1949. On March 21, 1953, she married Henry Volkman at St. Matthew's Ev. Lutheran Church in Winona, MN. Ellen was devoted to caring for her family. She enjoyed...
Edward F. Christensen
Aug 3, 2023
Edward F. Christensen, age 72, of Winona, passed away on Thursday, August 3, 2023.
He was born on March 17, 1951, in Winona, to William and Dorothy (Norton) Christensen. Ed was always a gentle guy, an awesome brother, and a good friend to many - always making sure you had what you needed.
Ed was proud to be a Marine, honorably serving...
Sharon L. Pozanc
Jul 26, 2023
Sharon Lee Pozanc, age 77, of Winona, left this world suddenly on Wednesday, July 26, 2023, at her home.
She was born on July 17, 1946, in Winona, to Herman and Alma (Mueller) Putz, and was a graduate of Cochrane-Fountain City High School.
Sharon was united in marriage with Chester F. Pozanc, Sr., on February 17, 1968, at St....
Helen M. Braatz
Jul 25, 2023
Helen Marie (Luedtke) Braatz, age 100, of Winona, passed away on Tuesday, July 25, 2023, at Benedictine – St. Anne in Winona.
Helen and her twin brother, Herman, Jr., were born on June 10, 1923, in Wilson Township, Winona County, to Herman and Emma (Block) Luedtke. There were 10 Luedtke children growing up on the family farm in Wilson...
Judith A. Klein
Jul 24, 2023
Judith A. Klein, age 71, of Rochester, MN was taken home to God on Monday, July 24, 2023.
Judy was born on June 4, 1952, in Caledonia, MN to Miles and Jean (Schmoll) Klein. She grew up on her parents’ farm in Houston, MN. She participated in 4-H and had a great passion for reading. She attended and graduated...
D. Vincent Enright
Jul 22, 2023
Donald Vincent "Vince" Enright, of Fort Worth, Texas, passed away peacefully at his home on July 22, 2023. He lived a remarkable life filled with family, friends, work, church activities and traveling the world.Vince was born on April 27, 1930 in Lanesboro, MN to Nellie Towey and John Joseph "JJ" Enright. He went from working on his family farm...
Diane L. Bernatz
Jul 19, 2023
Diane L. Bernatz, age 66, of Fountain City, WI, was greeted by her Heavenly Father on Wednesday, July 19, 2023, while surrounded by the love and support of her family.
Diane was born on October 17, 1956, in La Crosse, WI, to Harris and Bonnie (Thornton) Berg. She grew up on her parents’ small farm where she developed a...
Joseph R. Kaiser
Jul 19, 2023
Joseph R. Kaiser, age 73, of Winona, passed away on Wednesday, July 19, 2023, at his home.
Visitation will be held from 9:30 AM until the Mass of Christian Burial at 10 AM on Wednesday, July 26, 2023, at the Basilica of St. Stanislaus Kostka.
Burial with military honors will be in St. Mary's Cemetery.
A complete obituary...
David Arthur Busch
Jul 16, 2023
David Arthur Busch, age 71, of Winona, MN, was born on November 2, 1951, and died on July 16, 2023. On his last full day on this Earth, on the last day of the week, he worshipped God at the Seventh-Day Adventist Church, which he was passionate about. On the morning of the first day of the week, God...
Tina Williams
Jul 16, 2023
Tina Williams, age 59, of Rushford, MN, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 16, 2023, at the Gundersen Health System Hospital in La Crosse, WI, surrounded by family.
Tina was born in Ballston Spa, NY, on December 7, 1963. She moved to Hayfield, MN, with her family in 1967, and graduated from Lewiston High School in 1982. She raised...
Donna J. Bartelson
Jul 11, 2023
Donna J. Bartelson, age 80, of Winona, passed away on Tuesday, July 11, 2023, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born on April 9, 1943, in Winona, to Edward and Roselyn (Ives) Serwa.
Donna was employed for many years in housekeeping at St. Anne Extended Healthcare in Winona, and she also owned and operated Shannon’s Café...
Mary J. Flad
Jul 11, 2023
Mary J. Flad, age 70, of Winona, passed away on Tuesday, July 11, 2023, at her home.
She was born on June 25, 1953, in Winona, to Ewald and Adelia (Jeske) Gaedy. Following high school, Mary completed her Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Winona State University.
Mary was united in marriage with Stephen J. Flad on May 13, 1978,...
Tracy L. McRae
Jul 10, 2023
Tracy (Cummings) McRae, age 58, of Winona, passed away on Monday, July 10, 2023, at the Gundersen Health System Hospital in La Crosse following a brief illness.
She was born on January 26, 1965, to James and Dixie Cummings.
Tracy graduated from Winona Senior High School, and then went on to vocational school for training as a medical secretary.
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Donna M. Losinski
Jul 9, 2023
Donna Marie Losinski, age 79, of Wabasha, MN, peacefully passed away on Sunday, July 9, 2023, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Donna was born in Winona, MN, on March 30, 1944, to Elmer and Aurelia Harders. Donna was influenced by her family to be a loving and caring woman, giving of her time to others, and to incorporate...
Mildred "Millie" Marg
Jul 1, 2023
Mildred “Millie” Marg, age 92 and 361 days, of Winona, passed away on Saturday July 1, 2023, at home with family by her side.
She was born July 5, 1930, in Leola, South Dakota, to John and Barbara (Hartman) Kallas and grew up there on the family farm with five siblings.
Millie came to Winona to help her aunt...
Barbara J. Jilk
Jun 29, 2023
Barbara Jean JilkBarbara Jean Jilk, 80, died on Thursday, June 29th after living several years with Alzheimer’s Disease. She was able to remain in her home until late April through the love and care of her husband Leo and other deeply devoted caregivers, especially her dear friend and sister-in-law Catherine (Pudge) Jilk Todd.Barbara was admired by her family and...
Dennis G. Rasmussen
Jun 27, 2023
Dennis (Denny) Gene Rasmussen, 77, of Winona, MN, passed peacefully into his Savior’s arms on the morning of Tuesday June 27, 2023, at Winona Health.
He was born on December 23, 1945, to Rollins and Betty (Hanson) Rasmussen in La Crosse, WI. He grew up on a farm outside of Rushford along with his five siblings. He graduated from...
Norman C. Bundy
Jun 21, 2023
Norman C. Bundy, age 87, of Winona, passed away on Wednesday, June 21, 2023, at Winona Health.
He was born on February 7, 1936, in Winona, to Russell and Gretchen (Kling) Bundy, Sr., and was a graduate of Winona High School.
He was united in marriage with Catherine Orzechowski on June 21, 1958, and together they had four children:...
Lowell T. Salo
Jun 17, 2023
Lowell T. Salo, age 75, of Winona, formerly of Wanamingo, MN, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 17, 2023, after a twenty-one month journey with cancer.
He was born on November 9, 1947, in Virginia, MN, to Toivo and Muriel (Nikunen) Salo, and was a graduate of Gilbert High School. He was united in marriage with Patricia Kyllo on...