Ronald J. Wnuk, Sr.
Jul 9, 2024
Ronald James Wnuk, Sr., age 75, of Winona, passed away on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, at Brookdale Senior Living in Winona, after a long battle with cancer.
Ron was born on May 22, 1949, to John and Eloise (Kutchara) Wnuk in Winona, MN.
He honorably served his country with the United States Army in Vietnam. After his military service, he worked at...
Jean C. Kuehn
Jul 3, 2024
Jean Carol Kuehn, age 82, of Winona, passed away on Wednesday, July 3, 2024, in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her loving family.
Jean was born on June 28, 1942, in Winona, to Lester and Lucille Henderson. She resided in Winona her whole life, where she met the love of her life, Clarwin Kuehn. They were united in marriage...
Marcella J. Dever
Jun 29, 2024
Marcella J. Dever, age 103, of Winona, passed away on Saturday, June 29, 2024, at Ave Maria of Benedictine - Callista Court in Winona.
A private burial will be held at St. Mary's Cemetery in Winona.
Susan J. Sagan
Jun 26, 2024
Her royal highness, Susan Judith Marie Robinson Wiczek Sagan, 78, of Winona, Minn. and Fountain City, Wis., left her earthly body Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Her family was honored to be at her side as she transitioned to her next journey.
Known by many as “the Queen,” Susan was born June 16, 1946, in Winona, Minn. to Albert Robinson and Edna...
Ardyce M. Paulson
Jun 25, 2024
Ardyce Marie (Tranberg) Paulson, age 86, of Winona, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at the Gundersen Health System Hospital in La Crosse.
Ardyce was born March 8, 1938, in Ettrick, WI, to Selma and Silas Tranberg. She grew up on the family farm in Ettrick and attended school in Galesville. In 1957, she graduated from what is now...
Elaine L. Putzier
Jun 23, 2024
Elaine L. Putzier, age 92, of Winona, passed away on Sunday, June 23, 2024, at Benedictine – St. Anne in Winona.
She was born on November 8, 1931, in Winona, to Edward and Louise (Radsek) Schueler. Elaine married Leo F. Putzier on July 14, 1949, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Winona, and he preceded her in death on October 15,...
Howard C. Gaedy
Jun 21, 2024
Howard Carl Gaedy, age 74, of Ridgeway, passed away on Friday, June 21, 2024, at Benedictine-St. Anne in Winona with family.
Howard was born on July 10, 1949, to Ewald and Adelia (Jeske) Gaedy in Winona. Howard attended Ridgeway Grade School and graduated from Winona Senior High in 1966. He joined the National Guard to serve his country for a short...
Teresa "Terri" Block
Jun 20, 2024
Teresa "Terri" Block, 57, of Winona, MN passed away Thursday June 20, 2024, in the comfort of her home while surrounded by her loving family in person and via phone after a courageous four-year battle with breast cancer.
Terri was born August 18, 1966, to Charles and Rita (Madden) Meier in Winona, MN. Terri attended Winona Cotter and graduated in 1985.
Terri...
Arlene L. Sobeck
Jun 19, 2024
Arlene Leone Sobeck, age 93, of Wilson, MN, passed away on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, at the Valley View Care Center in Houston, MN.
She was born on July 14, 1930, in Winona, to Carl and Lilly (Luckason) Peterson, and was united in marriage with Eugene Sobeck in 1951.
Arlene was employed at the First National Bank in Winona. She enjoyed bowling,...
Lois A. (Shaw) Buswell
Jun 16, 2024
Lois A. (Shaw) Buswell, age 76, of La Crosse, formerly Winona, passed away on Sunday, June 16, 2024, at the Gundersen Health System Hospital in La Crosse.
She was born on August 21, 1947, in Minnesota City, MN, and was a graduate of Winona Senior High School.
Lois was employed for many years as a waitress at the Hot Fish Shop in...
Wayne G. Schmidt
Jun 15, 2024
Wayne G. Schmidt, age 88, of Winona, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 15, 2024, in the comfort of his home surrounded by his family.
He was born on February 20, 1936, in Winona County, to George and Irene (Belter) Schmidt. Wayne graduated from Winona Senior High School in 1953 and married Joan Todd on June 2, 1962, at Trinity Ev....
Shirley A. Sandvig
Jun 15, 2024
Shirley A. Sandvig, age 88, of Wilson, MN, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 15, 2024, in the comfort of her home on the family farm, while surrounded by her loving family in person and via phone.
She was born on August 25, 1935, in Yaeger’s Valley near Cochrane, WI, to Ione Misch, and was raised by her loving grandparents, Christ...
Douglas J. Reinhard
Jun 15, 2024
Douglas J. Reinhard, age 81, of Winona, passed away on Saturday, June 15, 2024, at Sauer Health Care.
He was born on August 7, 1942, in Winona, to John and Marjorie (Fox) Reinhard. He grew up in Winona and moved to California for a few years while his dad was serving in the military.
Doug’s family returned to Winona, and he attended...
Betty L. Cieminski
Jun 12, 2024
Betty L. Cieminski, age 85, of Winona, passed away on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, at the Winona Health Hospital.
She was born on October 1, 1938, in Winona, to Elmer and Margaret (Bauer) Kiedrowski.
Betty lived in Clinton, IA, for 40 years, returning to Winona in 1996.
She will be remembered as an excellent domestic engineer who loved to bake, cook, and anything...
Ryan G. Squires
Jun 12, 2024
Ryan Gregory Squires, age 69, passed away suddenly at home on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, after battling two rounds of lung cancer.
Ryan was born on March 3, 1955, in Winona, to Budd and Catherine (Hoermann) Squires. As a child, Ryan grew up on part of the family farm with his sister and was surrounded by many aunts, uncles and cousins...
Kathy Rolbiecki
Jun 7, 2024
Kathy (Burbach) Rolbiecki passed away after a long and courageous battle with Alzhiemer’s on June 7, 2024, surrounded by her family at the age of 80. She battled this illness with amazing grace and humor.
She will be cherished in the memories of all who knew her. She had a crazy quirky sense of humor, a quick wit, and she enjoyed...
Gregory J. Lexchel
Jun 6, 2024
Gregory J. Lexchel, age 70, of Winona, passed away on Thursday, June 6, 2024, at his home.
He was born on May 4, 1954, in Chippewa Falls, WI, to Floyd and Margaret (Hrdlicka) Bischel, and throughout his life, he touched the hearts of all who had the pleasure of knowing him. Greg devoted his career to precision as a tool and...
Warren F. Wild
Jun 5, 2024
Warren F. Wild, age 66, of Winona, passed away on Wednesday, June 5, 2024, at his home.
He was born on January 25, 1958, in Winona, to Fred and Elaine (McLaughlin) Wild, and he was a graduate of Winona Senior High School and of the Winona Vo-Tech.
Warren lived for several years in Tionesta, PA, where he was active with their volunteer...
Michael A. "Mike" Miller
Jun 5, 2024
Michael A. “Mike” Miller, age 70, of Winona, passed away on Wednesday, June 5, 2024, at the Mayo Clinic Hospital – Methodist Campus in Rochester, MN.
He was born on June 28, 1953, in Winona, to Nathaniel and Mary Ann (Prondzinski) Miller. Growing up in Winona, Mike attended Cathedral Grade School, Cotter High School, and was a graduate of Winona...
Taylor A. Harris
Jun 5, 2024
Taylor Austin Harris, 51, died peacefully at Watkins Manor, Winona, MN, after a valiant battle with cancer.
Taylor was born October 29, 1972, in Winona to Keith and Mary Kathleen (Lorch) Harris of Centerville, WI.
Taylor married Christine Stow of Winona, on October 9, 1998, at Central Lutheran Church in Winona.
Taylor graduated from Gale-Ettrick-Trempealeau High School in 1990. She studied at St....