Obituaries
Ruth Ann Pientok, 77, of Independence, died Friday, March 7, 2025, at Gundersen Health System in La Crosse.
Ruth was born October 18, 1947, to Herman and Ellen (Morrison) Hellwig, and grew up around the Coon Valley area. After high school, Ruth attended nursing school, earning a registered...
The world lost a ray of sunshine on March 13, 2025. Patricia “Pat” Ann Matchey died peacefully in her home at the age of 90. She was able to live independently until her passing due to the love and support of her family and Hospice team.
Patricia was born January 24, 1935, to Frank and Gertude (...
Alice Marie (Baird) Stuhr, 90, passed away peacefully, March 10, 2025.
Alice was born June 25, 1934, to Irvine and Olga (Arneson) Baird at their home in North Bend. She attended Hardies Creek Grade School and graduated from Galesville High School.
Alice married the love of her life, Donald Stuhr...
Barbara “Barb” Jeanne Nestingen, 76, passed away March 9, 2025, at her home in Blair.
Barb was born April 15, 1948, to Nicholas and Bernadette Lemmer in Arcadia. She grew up in the little river town of Fountain City, where she was surrounded by relatives and friends. Many days were spent skipping...
Larry J. Gunderson, 80, of Blair, passed away Sunday, March 9, 2025, at the Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Tomah.
Larry was born October 17, 1944, to Loren and Dorothy (Smeija) Gunderson. He was a member of the Whitehall High School Graduating Class of 1963. After graduating,...
Mary Jane Waniorek (née O’bieglo) passed away peacefully, March 8, 2025, at the age of 82, surrounded by her children.
Mary Jane was born March 24, 1942, in Arcadia, to the late Roman and Angeline O’bieglo. She grew up on a farm with her many brothers and sisters, often sharing stories of caring...
Alvin D. Horn, 94, of Minneapolis, MN, passed away peacefully, March 4, 2025.
Alvin is survived by his wife of 64 years, Elaine; children: Duane (Chris) Horn, Dan (Darcy) Horn, Lisa (Mike) Schurch, Lauri (Martin) Malm, Daryl (Amy) Horn; 13 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.
A funeral...
David Wayne “Apple” Appleyard, 72 of Palisade, MN, died Peacefully at his home, Monday, March 3, 2025, after a brief illness.
David was born February 27, 1953, in Madison, the son of David F. and Joey (Hierlmeier) Appleyard. He moved to Northfield, MN, and graduated from Northfield High School in...
Joyce Elaine Benusa, 89, of Onalaska, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully at home, Saturday, March 1, 2025, surrounded by family.
Joyce was born July 24, 1935, in Whitehall, to the late Bernice (Scow) and Harry Meistad. While in high school in...
Thomas “Tom” Henry Schultz, born October 27, 1962, at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in Wabasha, MN, passed tragically from a large tree branch unexpectedly falling on him. He was in his favorite place, the woods, and doing his most favorite activities, helping woodland animals and habitat while also...
