Obituaries
Bonita “Bonnie” Louise Staff, 73, of rural Whitehall, died Saturday, August 10, 2024, at home, with her loving family by her side, under the care of Interim Hospice.
Bonnie was born February 3, 1951, at Whitehall Hospital, the daughter of Dominic C. and Angeline M. (Kupka) Sosalla. On December 30...
Patricia “Pat” Ann Killian, 84, of Winona, MN, died peacefully, Sunday, July 28, 2024, surrounded by family.
Patricia was born March 20, 1940, to Adam Sr. and Alvina (Justin) Reuter. She attended St. Boniface School in Waumandee, and graduated from Arcadia High School. Patricia married Donald P....
Marie Kloss, 86, passed away August 4, 2024, at the Pigeon Falls Nursing Home.
Marie was born in 1938, to Thomas and Pauline Bautch. She spent her childhood in Independence, and then married her high school sweetheart, Don Kloss, in 1956. After getting married, they moved to South Carolina, where...
George Theisen, 75, formerly of Arcadia, passed away suddenly at his home, July 30, 2024.
George was born at St. Joseph’s Hospital to George and Elizabeth (Baecker) Theisen. He graduated from St. Aloysius Elementary School and Arcadia High School, enlisted in the U.S. Army, and later served in...
On August 2, 2024, Mary Jane Wolfe was called home to our Lord, leaving behind a family who will forever cherish her memory.
Mary Jane was born in Arcadia, September 12, 1937, and lived a vibrant life, dedicated to her family and others. Growing up on a picturesque farm, Mary Jane honed her...
Frank George Sonsalla, 97, of Arcadia, died Thursday, August 1, 2024, at Grand View Care Center in Blair, with family holding his hand.
Frank was born September 7, 1926, to George and Clara (Giemza) Sonsalla. Growing up on the family farm, Frank developed a strong work ethic and a passion for...
William “Bill” Edward Gardner, 83, of Whitehall, completed his earthly journey, Tuesday, July 30, 2024.
William was born March 8, 1941, to Frederick and Jeanette (Hansen) Gardner of Whitehall. Bill graduated from Whitehall High School in 1959, and attended technical school in La Crosse. In the...
Quinton “Buddy Quinn” Leland Affeldt, 83, of rural Blair, died Tuesday, July 30, 2024, in his home.
Quinton was born August 20, 1940, in Galesville, to Harvey and Corinne (Greenwold) Affeldt. He married Joyce L. Konkel, November 14, 1964, in Winona, MN. Joyce preceded Quinton in death, January 6...
Jerome L. Schank, 87, of Independence, died peacefully, Sunday, July 28, 2024, at Grand View Care Center in Blair, under the care of St. Croix Hospice.
Jerome was born in Arcadia, December 4, 1936, to Clarence and Dorothy (Wicka) Schank. Growing up on the farm, Jerome was no stranger to hard work...
Truman James Everson, 90, of rural Ettrick, died of cancer, Wednesday, July 24, 2024, in his home, surrounded by his children.
Truman was born August 13, 1933, in Whitehall, to Elmer and Evelyn (Johnson) Everson. He attended Sunnyside Grade School and graduated from Blair High School. Truman...
