Obituaries
Ardys M. Evans, 80, of Whitehall, passed away peacefully in her sleep, November 1, 2024, at Gundersen Hospital in La Crosse.
Ardys was born to Rufus &Adeline Kruger, July 18, 1944, in Racine, MN. She married Ronald Demulling, April 19, 1961. They later settled in Whitehall, where they raised...
Mary Lou Sobotta, 89, of Arcadia, passed away peacefully, with her family by her side, Saturday, November 2, 2024, at Dove Healthcare in Osseo, under the care of St. Croix Hospice.
Mary Lou was born in Arcadia, June 1, 1935, to George and Margaret (Zeller) Abts. After graduating from high school...
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Daniel “Dan” E. Olson, 63, of Navarre, FL, formally of Arcadia.
Daniel was born February 22, 1961, in La Crosse, to Wendell and Shirley (Symiczek) Olson and passed away October 25, 2024, of a heart attack in Gulf Breeze, FL. He graduated from Arcadia...
Janice Ann Gunderson, 76, formerly of Independence, passed away peacefully, October 25, 2024, at Elroy Health Services in Elroy, with her family at her side.
Janice was born to Harm and Annabelle Harms May 28, 1948, in Canova, SD. The family moved several times before settling in Independence....
Jerome “Jerry” Joseph Puchalla, 79, of rural Whitehall, died Sunday, October 20, 2024, at Gundersen Health System in La Crosse.
Jerry was born March 4, 1945, in Arcadia, to Germaine and Irene (Sobotta) Puchalla. He married Catherine “Kitty” Huber, May 24, 1985, at Saint John’s Catholic Church in...
Leonard L. Robinson, 93, of rural Osseo, died Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at his home, under the care of St. Croix Hospice.
A funeral service for Leonard will be held Monday, October 28, 2024, at 11:00 a.m., at Elk Creek Lutheran Church with Pastor Terry Lorenz officiating. Family and friends...
Brian John Kulig, 60, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Winona, MN, October 11, 2024.
Brian was the son of Al and Ginny Wright Kulig and was born on St. Patrick’s Day, 1964. He grew up in Independence, along with his four siblings, where he attended Ss. Peter and Paul (SSPP) Catholic grade...
Andrew “Andy” R. Dejno Jr., 83, of Independence, completed his earthly journey October 9, 2024.
Andrew was born October 26, 1940, in Independence, to Andrew J. and Monica (Pientok) Dejno. Andy grew up on the family farm, one of five children. He began his education at Cripp’s rural school,...
Patrice “Pat” M. Albrecht, age 66, of Galesville, passed away Monday, October 7, 2024, in the comfort of her home, with family by her side.
Patrice was born June 29, 1958, in Winona, MN, to Mark and Grace (Rogalla) Zimmerman, and was united in marriage with Wayne Albrecht. Pat was employed as a...
Mary (Grover) Ladwig, 80, tragically and unexpectedly died Sunday, October 6, 2024.
Mary was born September 29, 1944, in Galesville, to Henry and Evelyn (Duff) Grover and grew up on the family farm, Winghaven Orchards in Grover Valley.
Mary had the dream childhood for a girl who loved to explore...
