Remembering Your Loved Ones

Sep 12, 2024

Trigg Gerard Ruehle, age 33, of River Falls, WI, died suddenly at his residence on September 12, 2024. Trigg will be forever missed by his family and friends. Trigg is survived by his wife Ashley Ann Herman, his two sons Merrick Harlan Ruehle and Croix Gerard Ruehle, his daughter Celeste Jean Schoeder and her mother Nicole Schoeder, his parents...

Sep 11, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the sudden passing of Paul Fred Hempel, age 71, of Ellsworth, WI, on September 11, 2024, at his home. Born on July 21, 1953, in Cannon Falls, MN, Paul was the son of Joseph and Verida (Langevin) Hempel.

Paul’s life was a tapestry of rich experiences and passions. He was the father...

Sep 10, 2024

Ruth Ann Brunckhorst, age 79, of Lakeland, MN passed away peacefully on September 10, 2024. Born on March 21, 1945, Ruth Ann was the beloved daughter of Otto and Ethel (Frazier) Miller. On April 22, 1967, she was united in marriage with Donald Brunckhorst in Lakeland, MN where they built a beautiful life together. Ruth Ann lived a full...

Sep 9, 2024

Van Horn, Martin Alan “Marty” Age 66 of Hudson. Passed away September 9, 2024 at his home.

He was born in Pekin, IL the son of Bert and Patricia (Ramsey) Van Horn. He was a Pekin High School graduate.

In 1989 he and Christine were married. They made their home in Hudson.

For...

Sep 9, 2024

Musician and retired deputy clerk of courts, Jacqueline K. Krenik, age 76, of Hudson, WI, passed away on September 9, 2024 in her home. She was surrounded by her loving family, who continue to honor her shining legacy by living their lives to the fullest. She was born on November 26, 1947 in Linton, North Dakota, to parents Frank...

Sep 8, 2024

Catherine Marie Johnson, age 61, of Spring Valley, Wisconsin, died peacefully on September 8, 2024, with her family by her side.

Cathy was born on September 6, 1963, to Duane and Barbara (Peterson) Jacobson. She was born two minutes ahead of her twin brother, Chris. Cathy was delivered breech, and it was a life-long family joke that...

Sep 8, 2024

Wayne Michael Wilgren of Hudson, Wisconsin, long-time machinist at 3M, outdoor enthusiast, and devoted hockey dad, passed away on September 8, 2024, at age 63 after suffering injuries from a bicycle accident.

Wayne was born on February 16, 1961, in Duluth, Minnesota, to Rodney and Marjorie (O’Hara) Wilgren. His early years were in Wentworth, near the Brule...

Sep 8, 2024

Judy Kay Nelson, age 67, of Beldenville, WI, passed away peacefully at her home after a courageous battle with ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease) on September 8, 2024. Born on March 12, 1957, in Red Wing, she was the daughter of Marvin (Red) Galvin and Frances (Mitchke) Hardy. Judy grew up in Red Wing, MN and graduated from high school...

Sep 8, 2024

William John Morrow, age 65, of Grantsburg, Wisconsin, formerly of River Falls, Wisconsin, passed away on September 8, 2024, at North Memorial Hospital in Robbinsdale, Minnesota, following complications from a sudden stroke. Bill was born on October 14, 1958, in River Falls, Wisconsin, the son of Daral and Deanna (Steele) Morrow. He attended Greenwood Elementary School and graduated from...

Sep 5, 2024

Colleen Therese Kealy, age 89, of River Falls, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, at Kinnic Health and Rehab on September 5, 2024. Born on September 14, 1934, in Hudson, WI, she was the beloved daughter of John and Katherine (Fable) Ryan. Colleen was the youngest of six girls and grew up on their family farm in...

Sep 4, 2024

Gilbert Oviatt of New Richmond, WI passed away September 4, 2024 at the New Richmond Hospital, where he received expert care in his final hours; surrounded by his loving family. Gilbert Oviatt, was born July 8, 1938 to Clarence and Florence Oviatt in Sioux City, IA. He was the youngest of five children. He graduated from Central High School,...

Sep 4, 2024

Donald Paul Zentner, 65, of Spring Valley, WI, passed away on September 4, 2024, at Durand Hospital. Born on April 13, 1959, in St. Paul, MN, to Lowell and Josette (Boonhower) Zentner, Donald’s journey through life was marked by his deep love for family, community, and a multitude of passions.

Donald grew up in the close-knit community...

Sep 4, 2024

Donald Elmer Breaker went home to Jesus and his beloved daughter, Cathy Breaker, on September 4, 2024. He leaves behind his wife of 66 years, Phyllis Ann (Hansen) Breaker. Donald was born to Arnold and Alice (Kalt) Breaker June 14, 1932 in Neenah, WI. Don served in the military for 22 months, and then worked in partnership with his...

Sep 3, 2024

Michael Herman Maier, age 68 of Ellsworth, WI, passed away on September 3, 2024 at Regions Hospital in St. Paul, MN due to a spinal cord injury as a result from a fall. Mike was born on September 16, 1955 to Gervase and Vera (Huppert) Maier. He attended Prescott High School and graduated with the class of 1973. Michael...

Sep 2, 2024

Lloyd David Kinneman, age 86, of Luck, WI, passed away peacefully on September 2, 2024, at Hammond Health Services. Lloyd was born on April 1, 1938, in Red Wing, MN to Lee and Ruth (Baker) Kinneman. Lloyd attended Prescott High School until the end of his junior year. After the loss of his father, he needed to help support...

Sep 2, 2024

Arlene Bernice Janacek, a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, passed away at Christian Community Homes in Hudson, WI, on September 2, 2024.

Born in Milwaukee, WI on August 29, 1928, Arlene’s greatest gift to her family was her ability to love unconditionally. She always put the needs of her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren first and foremost. She had...

Aug 31, 2024

James Patrick Solie, affectionately known as Jim or JP, passed away on August 31, 2024, at the age of 63 in Hudson, Wisconsin. Jim lived a life marked by a profound love for his family.

Jim was born on June 18, 1961, in Plum City, Wisconsin to John and Linda (Oberding) Solie. He grew up in Durand,...

Aug 30, 2024

Kurt Herbert Krahn (age 96) died surrounded by family in Hudson, Wisconsin on Friday, August 30, 2024. The retired Public Relations Director and was born near Mayville, Wisconsin to Ewald and Margaret (Mueller) Krahn on June 9, 1928. He grew up in Wausau, Wisconsin, where he was active in Boy Scouting and school activities, graduating from Wausau High School...

Aug 30, 2024

Steven Edward Kittilson, age 76, of River Falls, Wisconsin, passed away on August 30, 2024 with family by his side.

Steve was born May 26, 1948 in Prescott, Wisconsin to Joseph and Arlene Kittilson. He graduated from Prescott High School. With a love for music, Steve was a drummer in local bands for many years. He also...

Aug 28, 2024

Anne Marie Ruscher age 49 of River Falls, Wisconsin, died peacefully August 28, 2024 at the Kinnic Nursing Home and Rehab in River Falls. Anne was born on April 28, 1975 in Menomonie, Wisconsin; the daughter of David and Margaret ‘Peggy’ (Meyer) Ruscher. She was raised in River Falls where she graduated from high school.

She would...