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Ruthmary Farner

Ruthmary Farner

May 24, 2025

Beloved wife, mother and grandmother, Ruthmary (White) Farner, age 91 of Cochrane, WI passed away peacefully, her husband of 67 years by her side, on May 24, 2025, at Eagle’s Rest Assisted Living in Pepin, WI. Ruthmary (Ruthie) was born May 5, 1934, in LaCrosse, WI to Russell and Mable (Maier) White. She grew up in Cochrane, WI, where she...

Gary Adams

Gary Adams

May 29, 2025

Gary Adams, of Mondovi, passed away on Thursday May 29, 2025 at the Wisconsin Veterans Home of Chippewa Falls.

A memorial gathering will be held on Saturday, June 21, 2025 from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM at the Talbot Family Funeral Home.  A time for sharing memories of Gary will begin at 1:00 PM followed by full military rites at the...

Lucille Marion Brevick-Davis

Lucille Marion Brevick-Davis

May 28, 2025

Lucille M. Davis, age 97 passed away on May 28, 2025 at Dove Healthcare in Osseo, Wisconsin. Born May 15, 1928, to Gilbert and Sena (Gunderson) Sather, Lucille was the fourth of eight children who grew up on the family farm in Bennett Valley. She graduated from Gilmanton High School and then from the Buffalo County Normal in Alma, where...

Christine Menting

Christine Menting

May 23, 2025

Christine I. Menting, age 87, of Mondovi, formerly of Nelson, passed away on Friday, May 23, 2025 at the American Lutheran Home of Mondovi with her beloved family at her bedside.

She was born on March 8, 1938 the daughter of the late Wallace A. and Karen (Lindstrom) Stewart.

Christine graduated from Durand High School. Although she graduated from Durand H.S., She...

Joy Marie DeWyre

Joy Marie DeWyre

May 21, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Joy Marie DeWyre on May 21, 2025, at the age of 77. Joy was born on April 8,1948 in Mondovi, WI to Maurice and Donna Fredrickson.

Joy met the love of her life and married Mike DeWyre on May 9, 1975 (50 years). Joy was known for her strong will,...

David R. Pientok

David R. Pientok

May 20, 2025

David Richard Pientok, age 84, of Chippewa Falls, WI passed away on Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at Mayo Health System in Osseo, WI following prolonged medical issues. David was born on October 25, 1940 in Independence, WI to John and Dorothy (Kampa) Pientok. David attended Independence Schools and graduated with the class of 1958. On May 13, 1961, David was...

Mary Ellen Skroch

Mary Ellen Skroch

May 20, 2025

Mary Ellen Skroch, age 60, of Mondovi, WI, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born on January 3, 1965, in Mondovi, Mary was known for her generous heart, infectious sense of humor, and deep devotion to her family. She worked for many years as a dedicated custodian, where her strong...

Laverne Henry "Ike" Eikamp

Laverne Henry "Ike" Eikamp

May 15, 2025

Laverne Henry Eikamp “Ike” passed away May 15, 2025 at Marinuka Manor in Galesville, WI. Ike was born May 16, 1924, in Cochrane, WI to Fred and Hattie (Herold) Eikamp. Ike attended grade school and high school in Cochrane, graduating in 1942. He was student manager for the Cochrane basketball team for 4 years of high school and enjoyed working...

Michael Scott Stellick

Michael Scott Stellick

May 13, 2025

Michael Scott Stellick, age 65, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family.

Mike was born on May 31, 1959, in Medford, Wisconsin, to Elmer E. Stellick and Naomi (Wendt) Stellick.

He attended Medford schools and graduated from Medford High School in 1977. After high school, he briefly attended the University of Wisconsin–Stout before leaving...

Beverly Ann Schneider

Beverly Ann Schneider

May 4, 2025

Our dear Beverly Ann Schneider, age 87 of Alma, WI passed away on May 4, 2025 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Wabasha, MN.   She was born on November 19, 1937, to Arthur E. and Helen J. (Orne) Nelson in Minneapolis, MN. Her family moved to Wisconsin when she was 7 and she attended a one-room school through 8th grade...

Rita Jean (Klein) Gruhlke

Rita Jean (Klein) Gruhlke

Apr 29, 2025

Rita Jean Gruhlke, 81, of Cochrane, WI passed away peacefully at her home in the early hours of April 29, 2025, surrounded by her family.

Rita was born in Winona, MN, the first daughter of Lelah and Clarwin Klein. She attended school in Cochrane and was the valedictorian of her high school class, the first graduating class of the then brand...

Colleen Dittrich

Colleen Dittrich

Apr 28, 2025

It is with heavy hearts the siblings of Colleen Marie Dittrich announce the passing of their beloved sister. Colleen, 67, passed away Monday, April 28th at Lake Winona manor after a brave fight with a brief illness,.

Colleen was born January 1, 1958 at Winona Community Memorial Hospital where she was celebrated as the New Year’s baby as she was the...

Tamara Lynn Fossum-Geiger

Tamara Lynn Fossum-Geiger

Apr 26, 2025

Tamara Lynn Fossum-Geiger, age 55, of Buffalo City, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 26th, 2025, surrounded by her family on a beautiful, sunny morning.

Tammy lived her life with an unstoppable spirit, fueled by love, laughter, and family. She devoted her life to raising her two sons, Dillon and Mason; taking them anywhere and everywhere they wanted to go....

Dennis Marvin "Tangle" Loewenhagen

Dennis Marvin "Tangle" Loewenhagen

Apr 22, 2025

Dennis Marvin "Tangle" Loewenhagen, age 70, of Alma, passed away on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at Gundersen Health System in La Crosse. 

He was born in Wabasha on February 7, 1955 to the late Marvin C. and Leila L. (Kimmel) Loewenhagen. Dennis attended Alma Area Schools, graduating with the Alma High School Class of 1973. During and after high school, Dennis...

Jeannie C. Larson

Jeannie C. Larson

Apr 12, 2025

Jeannie Cecile (Joswick) Larson of Buffalo City, known to many as “Rarebird” went to be with the Angels in Heaven on Saturday, April 12, 2025.

Jeannie was the first-born child to Louise (Stever) and Mark Joswick on July 7th, 1951 in Winona where she was raised. Jeannie graduated from Winona Senior High School in 1969.

On July 10th 1970, Jeannie married Tom...

Sandra J. Kilde

Sandra J. Kilde

Mar 29, 2025

Dr. Sandra Jean Kilde, age 86, a longtime resident of Palisade, MN, passed away peacefully in rural Eleva, WI, on March 29, 2025, surrounded by her family after a lengthy battle with cancer. She is survived by her siblings, Steve (Anna) Kilde, Lee Summit, MO; Gerald (Diane) Kilde, Eau Claire, WI; Robert Kilde, Eleva, WI; Richard (Jean) Kilde, Appleton, WI;...

Darlene Hoch

Darlene Hoch

Mar 28, 2025

Darlene A. Hoch, age 92,passed away at her home in Alma on Friday, March 28, 2025.Hoch

She was born on November 26, 1932, in the township of Montana, Buffalo County WI. to Edward and Myrtle (Loretz) Gottschalk. She graduated from the Alma High class of 1950, and was married to Gale Hoch on July 29, 1953, at the Herold E.U.B. Church...

David Allen Franzwa

David Allen Franzwa

Mar 27, 2025

David Allen Franzwa, age 80, of Albany Township, Pepin County, died unexpectedly at his home.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 1:00 PM at the Talbot Family Funeral Home, Mondovi Chapel with a memorial gathering from 11:00 AM until the hour of the service. 

Ruth R. Larson

Ruth R. Larson

Mar 26, 2025

Ruth Reve Larson, age 93 of Mondovi, WI passed away March 26, 2025.

She was born on August 19, 1931 in Mondovi to Ray & Georgene (Moen) Colby. Ruth was united in Marriage to Earl (Ole) Larson on October 2, 1948 in Fountain City, Wisconsin. Ole preceded her in death on November 25, 1988.

Ruth attended Mondovi schools. She enjoyed playing cards,...

Joseph Felix Jilk

Joseph Felix Jilk

Mar 25, 2025

Joseph F. Jilk, 80, of Fountain City, WI, died on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at his home in Piepers Valley.

Joe was born on August 23, 1944, to August and Anastasia (Monahan) Jilk, and was raised in Stockton Valley, Minnesota. He started working at a very young age trapping pocket gophers, picking blackberries for 5-10 cents per pint, set lining, coon...