William F. Mrkvicka
Jan 31, 2025
William F. Mrkvicka, age 89, of Fountain City, WI, passed away on Friday, January 31, 2025, in Rochester, MN.
He was born on November 3, 1935, in Racine, WI, to William J. and Helen (Sims) Mrkvicka, and graduated from Racine High School in 1955. He attended technical college in Madison, WI, to become a pressman, and later attended Riverland Technical College...
Virginia M. Borck
Jan 30, 2025
Virginia M. Borck, age 85, of Lewiston, MN, passed away peacefully with family by her side on January 30, 2025, at the Lewiston Senior Living.
Virginia Marie was born on January 8, 1940, in La Crosse, Wisconsin, to Raymond and Dorothy (Jeure) Smith. She spent most of her life dedicated to her family and community, most recently residing in Lewiston, Minnesota....
A. Eugene "Gene" Smith
Jan 27, 2025
A. Eugene (Gene) Smith passed away on January 27, 2025. He was born on July 31, 1929, to Arthur J. and Lillian (Haun) Smith. Gene grew up in Winona, where he graduated from Cotter High School and St. Mary’s College with a degree in accounting. Following graduation he accepted a position at Dunn & Bradstreet in the Twin Cities but...
Jake C. Russeau
Jan 25, 2025
Jake C. Russeau, 34, of Winona, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, January 25, 2025.
He was born on August 8, 1990, in La Crosse, WI, to Todd and Connie (Buggs) Russeau. Jake graduated from Hope Lutheran High School and received his associate’s degree in IT from Southeast Tech in Winona. He married the love of his life, Jennifer Heller, on July...
Robert C. Shattuck
Jan 24, 2025
Robert Curtis Shattuck, age 67, of Winona, passed away after a short illness on Friday, January 24, 2025, at the Gundersen Health System Hospital in La Crosse, WI, with his wife and daughter by his side.
He was born on September 12, 1957, in Rochester, MN, to Curt and Allene (Nichols) Shattuck. Bob attended St. Charles High School and left home...
Rita Theresa Blum
Jan 18, 2025
Rita Theresa Blum, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at Marinuka Manor in Galesville, WI, the town where she was born. She was 90 years old.She married Ralph Blum, with whom she built a beautiful life and family in Bluff Siding, WI. A devoted homemaker and stay-at-home mom, Rita worked alongside her...
Keith Nelton
Jan 16, 2025
Keith Nelton, 71, of Winona, MN, passed away on January 16, 2025, surrounded by loved ones after courageously facing cancer over the last year. His remarkable strength, determination, and grace in the face of life’s challenges were hallmarks of a life well-lived and deeply cherished.
Born in Winona, MN, to Eugene and Dorothy Nelton, Keith was one of six siblings. He...
Duane H. Scheutt
Jan 15, 2025
Duane H. Scheutt, age 98, of St. Charles, MN, passed away on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at the Chosen Valley Care Center in Chatfield, MN.
Honoring his wishes, there will be a private family graveside service in the spring at Hillside Cemetery in St. Charles.
Patricia E. Ahrens
Jan 15, 2025
Patricia E. Ahrens, age 87, of Winona, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at the Gundersen Health System Hospital in La Crosse, surrounded by her family.
She was born on September 14, 1937, in Arcadia, WI, to Peter and Ella (Kokott) Giemza. The family later moved to Winona, and Pat graduated from Winona High School in 1955.
She was united...
Jeffrey L. Stangl
Jan 14, 2025
Jeffrey L. Stangl, 78, of Buffalo City, WI, passed away on January 14, 2025, in Winona. A celebration of life ceremony is being planned for the spring.
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Up next on the tee,from Oelwein, Iowa - Jeff Stangl.Jeff wore many hats in life (often goofy ones):Husband, father, grandfather, friend.Poet, golfer, musician, skier, chef. Philosopher, Fastenal nine-to-fiver, coach.Paddler, shortcut-taker, craftsman, caregiver.He was passionate and compassionatePatient...
Violet R. Kopperud
Jan 13, 2025
Violet Ruth (Cisewski) Kopperud, 76 years wise, of Rushford, MN, passed away on Monday, January 13, 2025, at Valley View Healthcare Center in Houston, MN.
She was born on December 28, 1948, in Winona, MN. Married Larry Glenn Kopperud on September 12, 1970, with whom she was married to for almost 50 years before his passing. It was 1973 when they...
James E. Stueve
Jan 11, 2025
James E. Stueve, age 88, of Winona, passed away on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at Sauer Health Care in Winona.
He was born on January 2, 1937, in Winona, to Alvin and Selma (Papenfuss) Stueve, and was united in marriage with Ann Palmer on April 19, 1959, in Peoria, IL.
Jim was employed with the Sunbeam Bakery, and later with Winona Lighting...
Nancy J. Rollinger
Jan 8, 2025
Nancy Jane Rollinger, age 82, of Minnesota City, MN, passed away on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at her home, with family by her side.
She was born on August 25, 1942, in La Crosse, WI, to Harold and Dorothy (Mowatt) Vetsch of La Crescent, MN. Nancy met the love of her life, Henry, at the La Crescent Rollerskating Rink, and they...
Nicki (Nick) John Celius
Jan 3, 2025
After a long, courageous hard-fought battle with cancer, Nick Celius passed away at the age of 64 years old at his home surrounded by his family on January 3, 2025.
He was born to John and Donna (Gile) Celius on March 27, 1960. He was a resident of Winona, Nick graduated from Winona Senior High School in 1978. His friends and...
Edward E. Krause, Sr.
Jan 2, 2025
Edward E. Krause, Sr., age 87, passed away on Thursday, January 2, 2025, at the Green Prairie Rehabilitation Center in Plainview, MN.
A celebration of his life is being planned for the spring.
Ed will be laid to rest with military honors in a family ceremony at the Dakota Cemetery in Dakota, MN.
A complete obituary will follow.
Carol J. Czaplewski
Jan 2, 2025
Carol J. Czaplewski, age 85, of Fountain City, WI, passed away on Thursday, January 2, 2025, at the Pigeon Falls Health Care Center in Pigeon Falls, WI.
She was born on January 9, 1939, in Fountain City, WI, to Frank and Armella (Baures) Cieminski. Carol was united in marriage with Roger A. Czaplewski on April 12, 1958, and he preceded her...
William J. "Bill" Chuchna
Dec 24, 2024
William J. “Bill” Chuchna, age 99, of Winona, passed away on Tuesday, December 24, 2024, at the Gundersen Health System Hospital in La Crosse, WI.
He was born on September 30, 1925, in Winona, to William and Gertrude (Kuklinski) Chuchna, Sr. At a young age, he started working at the J.R. Watkins Company in Winona, where he completed a total of...
Steven W. Beardsley
Dec 22, 2024
Steven “Steve” W. Beardsley, 64, of Galesville, WI, passed away on December 22, 2024, at Gundersen Health System Hospital in La Crosse, WI, surrounded by family.
Steve was born on March 17, 1960, to Lester H. and Clara (Malenke) Beardsley, in Winona, MN. His childhood was spent on the family farm on German Ridge near Stockton, MN. Steve graduated from Winona...
Lee Henry
Dec 22, 2024
Mr. Hadwin Lee Henry, Sr., was known to all as "Lee Henry." He passed away on Sunday, December 22, 2024, at Sauer Health Care in Winona.
He was born to Ada and Lewis Henry in White Earth, MN, on February 22, 1943.
He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Mary Lou Henry (Merchlewitz). He married the love of his life...
Elizabeth "Bette" A. Williamson
Dec 22, 2024
Elizabeth A. “Bette” Williamson, age 97, of Winona, passed away on Sunday, December 22, 2024, at Benedictine – St. Anne in Winona.
She was born on April 26, 1927, in La Crosse, WI, to Alfred and Ruth (Keenan) Sullivan, and was a 1945 graduate of Aquinas High School in La Crosse.
Bette was united in marriage with Robert “Bob” Williamson on November...