Obituaries
Richard A. Marsolek
Apr 9, 2021
Richard A. Marsolek, 83, of Hayward, MN formerly of Independence, WI died Friday, April 9, 2021, at Southview Acres Health Care Center in West St. Paul, MN after a five-month battle with cancer. Richard enjoyed pursuing many careers throughout his lifetime. Born to Martha (Kiehl) and Clarence Marsolek, he worked on the Marsolek family farm in Independence, WI in his...
Alfred P. Pientok
Apr 8, 2021
Alfred Pientok, 98, lndependence, Wis., departed this life on April 8, 2021. Alfred was born to Peter and Martha (Bautch) Pientok April 8,1923. After graduating from Independence High School In 1941, AI enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps. He was in the service from September 20th ,1945 until November 10th, 1946 which included a tour of duty in China. Al...
Jude L. Goetting
Apr 6, 2021
Jude A. Goetting, 57, of Galesville, formerly of Independence, died Tuesday, April 6, 2021 at Marinuka Manor, Galesville. Jude was born April 9, 1963 in La Crosse, Wis., to Carl P. and Lucille E. (Dissmore) Goetting. He graduated from Independence High School. Survivors include his ten brothers and sisters, Paul (Margaret) Goetting of Whitehall, Mark L. Goetting of Fountain City,...
William R. Baum
Mar 24, 2021
William “Bill” Robert Baum Sr., 85, of Onalaska, passed away Wednesday, March 24, 2021 in Mesa, AZ of a heart condition. Bill was born April 22, 1935 in La Crosse to Oscar and Alma (Scharf) Baum. He spent his formative years with the family of Ruby and Joe Johnson of Osseo, WI. He graduated in 1953 from Osseo High. Bill...
Mark Henry Van Helden
Mar 17, 2021
Mark Henry Van Helden, 67, of Eau Claire, died Wednesday, March 17, 2021 at the home of his stepdaughter. Mark was born April 21, 1953, in Eau Claire, Wis., to Henry and Ruth (Bollman) Van Helden. He was previously married to Janice Helgestad and later, Audree Fremstad. Mark passed away due to congestive heart failure and COPD. He fought these...
Mary Ann Peterson
Mar 7, 2021
Mary Ann Peterson, 86, of Sioux Falls, SD; formerly of Whitehall, Wis., died Sunday, March 7, 2021 at Sanford USD Medical Center in Sioux Falls, S.D. Per her wishes, a graveside service will be held at Chimney Rock Cemetery, rural Strum, WI on May 1st, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. Terry Lorenz officiating. Mary was born July 16, 1934...
Barbara F. Pientok
Feb 28, 2021
Barbara Pientok, 87, of Wauwatosa, formerly of Independence, died Sunday, February 28, 2021, at St. Camillus Life Plan Community in Wauwatosa. Barbara was born June 20, 1933 in Independence, Wis. to Nick and Agnes (Bautch) Pientok. Barbara is survived by her brother, Nick (Rose) Pientok of Galesville, Wis.; two nieces, Kimberly (Patrick) Kalscheuer of Winona and Sandra Shannon of Evans,...
Kimberley A. Petersen
Feb 19, 2021
Kimberley A. Petersen, 64, of rural Independence, died Friday, February 19, 2021 at his home. He was born May 15, 1956 in Winona, Minn. to Lorris and Phillis (Wessin) Petersen. He married Claire Rothering and later divorced. He married his companion of 36 years, Teresa Petersen August 28, 2004. Kimberley worked at Nelson Muffler in Arcadia for many years. He...
Esther LaVonne Johnson
Feb 14, 2021
Esther LaVonne Johnson, age 88, of Eleva, crossed over into the arms of our Savior at Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire, on Sunday, February 14, 2021. LaVonne, our mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, left behind a huge family and a beautiful legacy of the love and salvation of our lord Jesus Christ - to be carried on for...
Ronald M. Klimek
Feb 11, 2021
Ronald M. Klimek, 69, of Independence, died Thursday, February 11, 2021 at his home. He was born October 17, 1951 in Whitehall to Everett and Verna (Marsolek) Klimek. Ron worked for the Trempealeau County Highway Department for many years retiring in 2009. Survivors include a brother, James J. Klimek; many cousins, other relatives, and friends. Ron was preceded in death...
Sandra A. Melby
Jan 27, 2021
Sandra Melby, 65, of Arcadia, died Wednesday, January 27, 2021 in Arcadia. Sandra was born September 11, 1955 in Whitehall to Donald and Dolores (Sobish) Melby. Sandra was an extremely hard worker, she dedicated 46 years of her life to Arcadia Fryers/Golden Plump/Pilgrims. She worked holidays, weekends, overtime and never complained. She took pride in her hard work and enjoyed...
Barbara "Bobby" Gronemus
Jan 17, 2021
Barbara “Bobby” Gronemus, 89, of Whitehall, died Sunday, January 17, 2021 at Grandview Care Center, Blair. She was born November 21, 1931 in Sparta, to Irwin and Irene (Resch) Barry. Bobby married Lambert “Bert” Gronemus on October 12, 1949 at St. Mary’s Ridge Catholic Church, Norwalk He died January 19, 2005. Bobby served in the Wisconsin state assembly for 26...
Yvonne G. LaPorte
Jan 13, 2021
Yvonne G. LaPorte, 84 of Whitehall Wisconsin passed quietly on Wednesday, January 13, 2021. Yvonne was born on August 13th; 1936 in Stutsman County, ND to William H. Carter and Lillian B. (Walters) Carter. She was one of 12 children. Yvonne was a blessing to all who knew her… she was devoted to her children and always supported them in...
Rose Prokop
Jan 12, 2021
Rose Prokop, 94, of Independence, died Tuesday, January 12, 2021, at Gundersen Tri-County Memorial Care Center in Whitehall. Rose was born June 10, 1926 in Montana Township, Buffalo County, to August and Mary (Marsolek) Palkowski. She married Roman Prokop September 3, 1946. He died January 18, 2004. Rose farmed with her husband in Burnside Township. She was a farm wife,...
Robert "Bob" L. Pronschinske
Jan 4, 2021
Robert “Bob” Pronschinske, 77, of Arcadia, died Monday, January 4, 2021 at Mayo Clinic Health System in La Crosse, due to COVID complications. Bob was born February 28, 1943 to Rudolph and Mary (Sendelbach) Pronschinske of Waumandee. He graduated from Arcadia High School and was united in marriage to Carolyn Lorenz on May 9, 1964 in Waumandee. Bob was a...
Lisa Marie Haines
Dec 27, 2020
Lisa Marie Haines, 55, of Black River Falls, formerly of Whitehall and Tomah, passed away at Marshfield Medical Center on Sunday, December 27, 2020. Lisa was born January 26, 1965 in Tomah to Raymond and Judith Eckelberg. She married Michael P. Haines on October 14, 1989 outside at the Whitehall Rod and Gun. Lisa loved the outdoors, fishing, woodworking, arts,...
Delores A. Kulig
Dec 5, 2020
Delores A. (Waldera) Kulig, age 90, died peacefully on December 5, 2020 at Gundersen Tri-County Memorial Care Center in Whitehall, Wis. She was born May 29, 1930, in Arcadia, Wis., to Michael and Pauline (Lisowski) Waldera. She married Bernard Kulig on August 24, 1949 at SS Peter & Paul Parish in Independence, Wis. He died February 19, 2010. Delores’ work...
Irene Dubiel
Dec 2, 2020
Irene Dubiel, 92, of Independence, died Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at Grand View Care Center, Blair. Irene was born February 25, 1928 in Arcadia to Edward and Helen (Marsolek) Bautch. She married Ernest L. Dubiel on June 3, 1946 at SS. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Independence. The couple farmed in Traverse Valley until retirement in 1974 and then moved...
Edward D. Halama
Nov 28, 2020
Edward D. Halama, 87, of Independence, died Saturday, November 28, 2020 at Mayo Clinic Health System-Oakridge, Osseo. Edward was born January 15, 1933 in Hale Township, Trempealeau County, to Bert and Helen (Knusalla) Halama. He married Donna Mae Loew May 7, 1960 in Tilden Wis. Edward was a dairy farmer and also raised strawberries for many years. He liked to...
Lorraine DeBel
Nov 26, 2020
Lorraine M. DeBel, 98, of Osseo, died Thursday, November 26, 2020 at Dove Healthcare, Osseo. Lorraine was born April 13, 1922 in Buffalo County, to Clarence M. and Lulie (Nyre) Johnson. She married Orville Guenther February 10, 1948. He died October 30, 1953. She married Marcel DeBel November 21, 1956 in St. Charles, Ill. He died January 12, 2002. Lorraine...
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