Obituaries
Late in the evening of September 29, 1951, Myrtle and Hjalmer Solberg of Arcadia, welcomed their sixth child into the world, Lonnie Wayne Solberg. Lonnie became an avid sportsman, gardener, and community service worker. He had a quick-wit and was a hard worker, often working “full-time plus”...
Bernice Salzwedel, 101, formerly of Ettrick, died Friday, June 2, 2023, at Grand View Care Center in Blair.
Bernice was born July 30, 1921, in Blair, to Oscar and Belle (Brekke) Olson. She married Willard B. Salzwedel, October 15, 1938, at French Creek and the couple lived in Black River Falls...
Nelson “Nels” Forest Richason, 95, of Galesville, died Saturday, May 27, 2023, at Marinuka Manor in Galesville.
Nelson was born January 16, 1928, in Port Andrew, WI, to Robert and Roxa (Jones) Richason. He served in the U.S. Army. On July 6, 1952, Nelson married June Johnson in Livingston, WI....
Jonathan “Jon” L. Benedict, of Taylor, WI, a dedicated farmer, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and community leader, passed away May 27, 2023, after a valiant battle with cancer. Jon left his mark on the agricultural community and the lives of those fortunate enough to have known...
On October 27, 2022, Marie joined Arnold for continued married bliss in Heaven.
Marie was born June 5, 1923, to William and Helen (Eichman) Walsky. She grew up on the family farm in Centerville, and was a part of a large family, one of seven. At an early age, Marie assisted with the farm and...
Lorraine S. Shoemaker, 90, of Whitehall, died Saturday, May 20, 2023, at Gundersen Health System in La Crosse.
Lorraine was born May 5, 1933, in Arcadia, to Clifford and Anna (Giemza) Sonsalla. Due to her mother’s tragic death following her birth, Lorraine became a part of the family of her...
Geraldine “Geri” Elaine Gibbons, 64 formerly of Dodge, died Tuesday, May 16, 2023, at Gundersen Health System in La Crosse, surrounded by family.
Geri was born August 14, 1958, in La Crosse, to Vernon and Janet (Bellock) Gibbons. Geri was a free spirit and quick witted. She was an avid writer and...
Jeffrey ‘Jeff’ L Stendal, of Pigeon Falls, and formerly of Waukesha, passed away May 18, 2023, at Gundersen-Lutheran Hospital in La Crosse.
Jeffrey was born April 29, 1953, in Sparta, to Allen and Ellen (Slaver) Stendal. He was the second youngest of four children. Jeff served the U.S. Army in...
Paul Truman Halvorsen, 85 of Arcadia, passed away Saturday, May 20, 2023, peacefully at Mayo Clinic Health System in La Crosse.
Paul was born December 22, 1937, in Blair, to Tilman and Eleanor (Lien). Paul graduated from Blair High School in 1956. He married Mary Lou Halvorsen (Amundson),...
Dianne Effinger, 80, of Wisconsin Dells, died Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at her home.
Dianne was born June 5, 1942, in Blair, the daughter of Ole and Amanda (Olsen) Solberg. She enjoyed growing up there, especially during her high school years as a cheerleader for the Blair Cardinals. Dianne...
