Obituaries

Sep 2, 2020

Ardelle Jeanette (Stylen) Umberger, 101, of La Crosse and formerly of Stoddard, died Wednesday September 2, 2020 at Gundersen Health System in La Crosse.

She was born May 16, 1919 to Edwin J. and Josephine C. (Knutson) Stylen in their log cabin home in the town of Bergen, rural Stoddard.  She graduated from La Crosse Central High...

Aug 30, 2020

Jim Allen Wemette, 47, of La Crosse, passed away peacefully at Gundersen Health System Palliative Care on August 30, 2020. Jim was born to Linda and Harold Wemette on July 15, 1973.  He grew up in Coon Valley and graduated from Westby High School in 1991.

Jim was employed by Gundersen Health System for 27 years as...

Aug 11, 2020

On Tuesday, August 11, Kay Marie June Swiggum passed away at home in Viroqua, after a courageous battle with cancer.

She was born in Viroqua on January 20, 1950, the first child of Kenneth and Mae Jacobson. She was raised in Coon Valley and graduated in 1968 from Westby High School.

Kay married Isaac Tollackson...

Aug 11, 2020

Jerry L. Christianson, 58, of Stoddard, died Tuesday August 11, 2020 at Mayo Clinic Health System in La Crosse.  He was born July 3, 1962 to Gerald and Myrtle (Iverson) Christianson.  Jerry graduated from Westby High School in 1980.  Over the years he worked for Webster Lumber in Bangor, La Crosse Rubber Mills, Trane Company, G. Heileman Brewing Company,...

Aug 5, 2020

Jack D. Fletcher passed away peacefully on August 5, 2020, his wife of 65 years by his side, after a short battle with cancer.  Jack was born on September 5, 1930, in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin to Lorraine E. Malsch and Duane P. Fletcher.  He grew up in Lake Geneva.  Jack joined the United States Marine Corps and proudly served...

Jul 21, 2020

Burnelle A. Olson, 91, of Viroqua, went to heaven on July 21, 2020. She was born to Melvin and Clara (Skildum) Gardner on their farm in 1928 and graduated from Viroqua High School. She married Sheldon Olson in 1946. They farmed in Sterling Township and had four children. She was well known for her giving heart, hospitality, vibrant love...

Jul 17, 2020

Arvid J. Holey danced his way into heaven to his favorite polka music on Friday July 17, 2020, after a short battle with cancer. He was born October 29, 1939 in Coon Valley, WI to Halstein J. Holey and Adelia M. Smeby. He grew up in Coon Valley and graduated from Westby High School in 1958.  He married Donna...

Jul 14, 2020

Myron L. Fauske, 84, of Viroqua, went home to be with the Lord Tuesday July 14, 2020 at Vernon Memorial Hospital in Viroqua. He was born January 21, 1936 to Lester and Myrtle (Walters) Fauske.

He graduated from Viroqua High School in 1954. Myron served 4 years in the U.S. Navy. During that time he was married...

Jul 13, 2020

Glen R. Hartwig, 68, of Viroqua, died Monday July 13, 2020.

Graveside services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday July 20 at the Viroqua Cemetery.

Jul 2, 2020

Conrad “Booty” R. Eklov, 77, formerly of Westby, passed away peacefully Thursday July 2, 2020 at Gundersen Health System in La Crosse.

Booty was born in La Crosse on December 12, 1942 to Arthur and Goldie (Olsen) Eklov. He graduated from Westby High School in 1961 and attended business school in Madison.  He started selling cars at...

Jun 21, 2020

Sylvester Dowiasch, 87, of Black River Falls and formerly of Coon Valley died Sunday June 21, 2020 at Gundersen Health System in La Crosse.  He was born June 2, 1933 to William and Verna (Bahr) Dowiasch. On October 8, 1955 he married LeIlah Kerska at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Coon Valley.  The couple farmed their married life near...

Jun 18, 2020

Sharon C. Brink, 66, of La Crosse died Thursday June 18, 2020 at Hillview Healthcare Center in La Crosse. She was born January 15, 1954 to Joseph and Vernelgene (Oelke) Dowiasch.

Private services will be held.

Jun 7, 2020

Donna Mae (Ottum) Fortun passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 7, 2020 at Norseland Nursing Home at the age of 82.  Donna was born February 27, 1938 to Tilman and Mabel (Peterson) Ottum.  More than just a date of birth date and date of death, Donna was a daughter, sister, wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandma, great-grandma and friend.  She had...

Jun 7, 2020

Randall “Randy” L. Kelly, 70, of Chaseburg, died Sunday June 7, 2020 at his home.  There will be no formal services.

May 24, 2020

Lillian P. Jothen, 98, of Coon Valley, passed away Sunday May 24, 2020 at Hillview Health Care Center in La Crosse.  She was born October 25, 1921 to Arthur and Gjerda (Brennum) Halverson. Lillian graduated from Central High School and continued her education at La Crosse Teacher’s College (now UW-L). She taught at numerous country schools.  She was a...

May 20, 2020

Sheryl K. Ebli, 54, of rural Coon Valley, passed away from us to her heavenly home Wednesday May 20, 2020.  She was the much-loved daughter of Ray (now passed away as well) and Jeanne Ebli, also of rural Coon Valley.  She will be missed every day by her many friends and family.  She is survived by her mother, one...

May 14, 2020

Arthur M. Berg, 90, of La Crosse passed away peacefully with his daughter, Rachel by his side at Gundersen Health System, Thursday, May 14, 2020.  Art was born January 27, 1930, in La Crosse son of Renaldor and Olga (Olson) Berg.  He was baptized March 2, 1930, and confirmed on July 9, 1944, by Rev H.O. Bach at Middle...

May 3, 2020

On Sunday, May 3, 2020, Daniel Ray Nickelatti, loving son, brother and uncle, passed away at his home unexpectedly at the age of 31 years. Daniel was born to Tom and Karen (Schlicht) Nickelatti on April 6, 1989 attending DeSoto High School and graduating in 2007. While in high school he was an avid football player and wrestler.

Apr 13, 2020

Delaine A. Erickson, 101, of Coon Valley, died Monday April 13, 2020 at Bethany St. Joseph Care Center in La Crosse.  She was born August 28, 1918 to Henry and Ruth (Moen) Nelson in Canada.  She married Andrew Erickson on September 10, 1938 in Decorah, Iowa. Delaine was a member of Coon Valley Lutheran Church where she was active...

Apr 12, 2020

Lorraine M. Schroeder, 93, of Chaseburg, died Sunday April 12, 2020 at Norseland Nursing Home in Westby. She was born March 29, 1927 to Christian and Magda (Amundson) Bekkedal.  She graduated from Cashton High School in 1945. Lorraine married Arnold Schroeder on September 29, 1948 at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Chaseburg.  The couple farmed near Chaseburg.  She attended...