Obituaries
Kenneth A. Riphenburg
Apr 6, 2023
Kenneth A. Riphenburg, 78, of rural Osseo passed away on Thursday, April 6, 2023 at Wisconsin Veterans Home of Chippewa Falls. Ken was born August 20, 1944 in Osseo, Wisconsin to Arthur and Myrtle (Hanson) Riphenburg. He married Dana Klauer June 4, 1966 in Cassville, WI. Ken served in the US Navy from 1962-1965 and was stationed in Japan as...
Kathleen "Kay" Haines
Feb 16, 2023
Kathleen “Kay” A. Haines, 81, of Whitehall, died peacefully at her home on Thursday, February 16, 2023. Kay was born in Arcadia on April 26, 1941, to Wayne “Skippy” and Eileen (Frie) Litscher. She was united in marriage to David Haines on September 22, 1962, at Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Arcadia, and the couple was blessed with 56...
Praxeda "Pat" T. Pogreba
Feb 12, 2023
Praxeda “Pat” T. Pogreba, 88, of Independence, died on Sunday, February 12, 2023, at Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire. Pat was born in Arcadia on April 11, 1934, to Clemence and Maggie (Wiersgalla) Ressel. She was united in marriage to Marion Fox on March 10, 1955, in Huntley, IL. She later married Joe Pogreba on October 28, 1967,...
Michael "Mike" Todd Rebarchek
Feb 8, 2023
Michael Todd Rebarchek, 62, of Independence, lost his hard-fought battle with cancer on Wednesday, February 8, 2023, at his home surrounded by his family and friends. Mike was born in Kenosha, WI on November 12, 1960, to Eugene “Geno” and Eva (Dean) Rebarchek. In 1970, his family moved to the Independence area where he attended school, graduating Independence High School...
Michael W. Ives
Feb 5, 2023
Michael Wayne Ives, 74, of Whitehall, passed away on February 5, 2023 at his home surrounded by family. He was born on November 6, 1948 to Carl and Grace (Strauch) Ives. He grew up on the family farm just outside of Osseo. He graduated from Osseo High School in 1966 and then went on to Chippewa Valley Technical College. He...
John Przybilla
Feb 2, 2023
John P. Przybilla, 94, of Independence, died Thursday, February 2, 2023, at Pigeon Falls Health Care Center. John was born May 20, 1928, in Wickham Valley, Trempealeau County, to John and Elizabeth (Marsolek) Przybilla. He worked road construction until retirement at age 65 and also farmed with his brothers Ernest and Roman in Wickham Valley. He was a member of...
Shelly M. Pabst
Jan 26, 2023
Shelly M. Pabst, 52, of Augusta, formerly of Modena, died Thursday, January 26, 2023, at Augusta Health and Rehabilitation in Augusta. Shelly was born April 28, 1970, in Eau Claire to Larry and Darlene (Kappedahl) Pabst. She was raised on the family farm in Modena and attended special education classes in the Mondovi School District. Shelly loved stuffed animals and...
Florence M. Lyga
Jan 23, 2023
With tears glistening in our eyes and sadness in our hearts, the family of Florence M. Lyga, 89, of Independence announce her passing from Earth on to the promised land on Monday, January 23, 2023, as she was surrounded by her family at the Trempealeau County Healthcare Center. Florence was born in Lookout on April 12, 1933, to Gilbert and...
Lorraine M. Marsolek
Dec 30, 2022
Lorraine M. Marsolek of Independence, Wisconsin passed away peacefully at home on December 30, 2022, at age 86. She spent her last days surrounded by the love of her family and friends, and the magic of the Christmas holiday. Lorraine was born on October 1, 1936, on a small farm in North Creek, Wisconsin to Jacob and Elizabeth (Mish) Waletzko....
Patricia "Patty" Maule
Dec 29, 2022
Our beloved rebel warrior has moved onto her next battle, defending herself from the onslaught of doggy kisses waiting in heaven. Patricia “Patty” Maule, 60, of Independence peacefully passed away in her home December 29, 2022. She was surrounded by her children, sister, and 2 cats. She was survived by her children: Paul (Steph) Casper of Onalaska and Renee (Tony)...
Dominic "Duke" Puchalla
Dec 24, 2022
Dominic “Duke” Puchalla, 80, of Independence, passed away peacefully Saturday, December 24, 2022, at Trempealeau County Healthcare Center. Duke was born on May 18,1942, to Ernest and Pauline (Kampa) Puchalla. He grew up on the century family farm where he helped with many chores including hauling cans of milk to the creamery before school. His love for the farm continued...
Daniel W. Truog
Nov 18, 2022
Daniel Wesley Truog, 77, passed away at Gundersen-Lutheran Hospital in La Crosse, WI on November 18, 2022. He was born on February 24, 1945, to Wesley and Theodosia (Sobota) Truog in Whitehall, WI. He graduated from Independence High School in 1963. He worked briefly with his father in the plumbing business. His primary employment was in the construction industry working...
Eleanor T. Helgeson
Nov 14, 2022
Eleanor T. Helgeson, 86, formerly of Mondovi, died on Monday, November 14, 2022, at Chippewa Manor under the care of St. Croix Hospice. Eleanor was born on February 19, 1936, to Irvin and Esther (Nelson) Klopp, growing up in Bennett Valley and graduated from the Eleva-Strum School District. She was united in marriage to Joseph Helgeson on September 24, 1955,...
Marie G. Maliszewski
Oct 27, 2022
On October 27, 2022, Marie joined Arnold for continued married bliss in Heaven. Born on June 5, 1923, to William and Helen (Eichman) Walsky, Marie grew up on the family farm in Centerville, Wisconsin. She was a part of a large family, one of seven. At an early age she assisted with the farm and housework, developing a strong work...
Victoria Marsolek
Oct 26, 2022
Victoria (Vickie) Marsolek, 88, of Whitehall, passed away on Oct. 26, 2022, at the Gundersen Health System in La Crosse. Victoria was born Nov.29, 1933 at home in the town of Arcadia to Alex Lyga Sr. and Victoria (Misch) Lyga. Victoria married Dominic D. Marsolek Oct.26, 1953, at Ss. Peter and Paul Church in Independence. Victoria did many jobs besides...
Duane E. Sobieck
Oct 25, 2022
Duane E. Sobieck, 87 of Independence passed away on Tuesday. October 25th at Gunderson Tri County Care Center in Whitehall, Wisconsin Duane was born July 27, 1935 to Paul and Euphorsine (Giemza) Sobieck. Duane raised hogs and steers on his farm in rural Independence. Duane also partnered with his brother Bob in the logging industry. After moving off the farm...
Martha Elizabeth Bisek
Oct 23, 2022
Martha Elizabeth Bisek passed away peacefully on October 23, 2022, at the beautiful age of 102. Martha was born on July 29, 1920, to Joseph and Elizabeth Slaby. She grew up on the farm learning to work hard, can, cook, bake and enjoy nature with her 7 siblings who await her in heaven; Pete, Edmund, Roman, Luke, Andrew, George and...
John T. Konter
Oct 17, 2022
John T. Konter, 75, of Independence, died on Monday, October 17, 2022, at his home surrounded by his family. John was born on his family’s home farm in Waumandee on March 29, 1947, to Emil and Dorothy (Sluga) Konter. At an early age, John’s family moved to Independence where he graduated from high school with the class of 1966. John...
Kathleen A. Johnson
Oct 11, 2022
Kathleen Ann Johnson, age 84, of Eleva, Wis. died Tuesday, October 11, 2022, at Dove Healthcare – Rutledge Home in Chippewa Falls. She was born September 5, 1938, in Mondovi, Wis., the daughter of Lawrence and Lola (Loomis) Evans. Kathleen attended Mondovi High School. In 1958, Kathleen graduated from the Winona School of Nursing and started working at the hospital...
Linus E. Pronschinske
Oct 9, 2022
Linus E. Pronschinske, 89, of Independence, died peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on Sunday, October 9, 2022, under the care of St. Croix Hospice. Linus was born on January 8, 1933, in Fountain City, to Alphonse and Agnes (Semling) Pronschinske. He married Phyllis Guza on September 26, 1955, at S.S. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Independence....
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