Sharon L. Shugart
Apr 18, 2024
Sharon L. Shugart, age 64, of Winona, passed away on Thursday, April 18, 2024, at her home.A complete obituary will follow.
Michael D. Delong
Apr 18, 2024
It is with a sad heart that we share the news that Michael Dean Delong passed away on April 18, 2024.
Mike was born on September 17, 1958, at Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi, Mississippi to Bobby and Donna (Massie) Delong. Mike graduated from Ocean Springs High School in 1976. After high school, Mike went on to earn his Associate...
Jean M. Gardner
Apr 17, 2024
Jean Marie Gardner passed away peacefully in the early morning on Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at 97 years old.
She was born on the 4th of July, 1926 to Blanchard and Elsie (Fagerness) Gardner in Minnesota City. Every year, she was excited that there were special fireworks for “her birthday”.
She attended elementary school in Minnesota City, Minnesota and graduated from the...
Marlene C. Schwertel
Apr 16, 2024
Marlene C. Schwertel, age 75, of Trempealeau, WI, passed away on Tuesday, April 16, 2024.
She was born on April 2, 1949, in Trempealeau, WI, to Joseph and Olivia (Schmidt) Schwertel, and was a graduate of the Trempealeau High School. Marlene married Robert Moga, and they later divorced.
Marlene had a deep devotion to her Catholic faith, and was a member of...
Donna M. King
Apr 14, 2024
Donna M. King, of Minnesota City, MN, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home surrounded by her family on her 88th birthday, Sunday, April 14, 2024. Her unwavering strength and grace shone through as she fought a courageous battle with cancer.
Donna was born on April 14, 1936, in Trempealeau, WI, to Wilfred and Emma (Rotering) Hundt, and was...
Steven B. Dzwonkowski, Sr.
Apr 13, 2024
“Steven Byrl Dzwonkowski, Sr., age 74, of Winona, MN, died peacefully on Saturday, April 13, 2024, with family by his side.
Steven was born in Winona, MN, on September 18, 1949, to Edward and Helen Dzwonkowski. On February 5, 1980, he was united in marriage to Cheryl Stephans; she preceded him in death on November 25, 1987.
Steven served in the United...
Mary Rinn
Apr 11, 2024
Mary Ann Rinn went peacefully to her heavenly home on April 11, 2024, with her sister, Paulette, at her side.
Mary was born October 16, 1957, in Winona, to Richard and Alpha (Peterson) Rinn. She grew up on the family farm by Wyattville, moved to Lewiston in 1978, and she graduated from Lewiston High School in 1979. Mary moved to Winona...
Roman A. Rolbiecki
Apr 10, 2024
Roman A. Rolbiecki, age 63, of Winona, passed away on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at the Gundersen Health System Hospital in La Crosse.Honoring his wishes, funeral services are being held privately for his family.
Sharon R. Pagel
Apr 7, 2024
Sharon Ruth Pagel, age 83, passed away Sunday afternoon at Whitewater Health Services in St. Charles, MN.Sharon was born in Winona on January 6, 1941, to her parents, Faye and Stella Phillips. She married Richard Pagel in 1958; together they had three children, Steve (Andrea), Rhonda (Steve) Scharmer and Tony (Mary). They later divorced.Sharon is survived by her sisters: Donna...
Kathryn A. Wnuk Todd
Apr 3, 2024
Kathryn (Mettille) Wnuk Todd, of Winona, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2024.
Kathryn Ann “Kathy” was born on April 12, 1953, in Winona to Charles and Anita Mettille. She lived her whole life close to the Mississippi River. She loved the peacefulness of the water and her river friends were friends for life. She loved sharing recipes, baking, cooking and...
Betty A. Kanz
Apr 2, 2024
Betty A. Kanz, age 88, of Winona, went to be with our Lord Jesus on April 2, 2024.
Betty was born on March 24, 1936, to Earl and Irma Grant. She met the love of her life, her husband, Cliff Kanz. With this union they had three children: Wayne (Maryellen) Kanz, Wanda (Kevin) Kuehn, and Wendy (Tom) Bublitz.
She is also...
Janet R. Duffy
Mar 31, 2024
Janet R. Duffy, "Mrs. Duffy," 73, of Fountain City, WI, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on March 31, 2024, at Mayo Clinic Hospital, Saint Mary's Campus, Rochester, MN. Janet was born on March 28, 1951, in Rochester, MN, to Severt and Yvonne Tindal. She grew up in Winona, MN, with three siblings - Thomas, Gerald, and Mary....
George J. Richtman
Mar 27, 2024
The lights on Lock and Dam #6 dimmed a bit, and the Mississippi River flowed a little slower on Wednesday, March 27, following the unexpected death of George J. Richtman. Well known to so many locals of Trempealeau, WI, as a loving husband, father, Papa, friend, neighbor, fisherman, and storyteller, George passed away while docking his boat and retrieving his...
Mitchell N. Hale, Sr.
Mar 27, 2024
Mitchell N. Hale, Sr., age 56, of Winona, passed away on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at his home, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on September 27, 1967, in Winona, MN to Nathan Sr. and Elinor (Kahle) Hale.
Mitch was baptized and confirmed at St. Martin’s Lutheran Church, where he was an acolyte for several years. He attended...
Kimberly D. Strain
Mar 25, 2024
Kimberly Dawn Strain, 49, of Winona, died March 25, 2024, at Sauer Health Care after her four years long battle with colon cancer.
Kimberly was born in Winona and graduated from Winona Senior High. She was passionate about the people and the animals she was blessed with in her life. She had a deep love of music, especially her cassette and...
LaVonne "Bonnie" M. Wooten
Mar 25, 2024
LaVonne “Bonnie” Wooten peacefully winged her way to heaven in the early morning hours of March 25, 2024. She had been under the loving care of her daughter Sheryl in her home in Frazee, Minnesota.
Bonnie was born in Winona, on January 27, 1934, to Eugene Feuling and Evelyn (Harders) Fueling, and attended Winona Senior High School. She married the love...
Patricia J. Swanson
Mar 11, 2024
Patricia J. Swanson, age 72, of Winona, passed away on Monday, March 11, 2024, in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her family.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Dennis; parents, James and Carolee Stenzel; brother, Randy Stenzel; and a sister, Connie Stiever.
She is survived by her daughter, Cynthia Rinn; granddaughter, Samantha Stenzel and her children, Bentley and...
Elizabeth "Betsie" J. Ward
Mar 11, 2024
Elizabeth J. “Betsie” Ward, age 66, of Winona, passed away on Monday, March 11, 2024, at Lake Winona Manor, surrounded by her family.
She was born on November 28, 1957, in Winona, to James Sr. and Mary (Porter) Ward. Betsie attended St. John’s and St. Stan’s Grade Schools in Winona and was a 1976 graduate of Cotter High School. Following high...
Pamela K. Farnholtz
Mar 9, 2024
Pamela Kay Farnholtz, 68, died peacefully on March 9, 2024, after a long battle with health issues. She got her angel wings and is reunited with her infant son.
Being born on January 2, 1956, she was Winona's New Year’s baby. She grew up with her family in Winona County on a farm between Ridgeway and Witoka. Most of her youth...
Mary Paszkiewicz
Mar 6, 2024
Mary Paszkiewicz passed away peacefully on March 6, 2024.
She was born on August 17, 1929, in Winona, Minnesota. Mary’s primary mission in life was to provide for and raise her five children. Over the years, Mary enjoyed traveling, cooking, visits to super clubs and playing cards with family and friends. Mary was an amazing card player and hosted multiple card...