Remembering Your Loved Ones

Nov 15, 2023

Kennard (Ken) Lowell Pechuman, age 89, of Afton MN, passed away peacefully on November 15th at the Pillars Hospice home in Oakdale. Ken was born August 3, 1931 on the family farm in Afton, MN to Harry and Emma (Fritsche) Pechuman.

He attended Eastwood School in Afton, MN through 1945. At age 13 he decided to continue...

Nov 15, 2023

Edward Siewelo age 94 of River Falls, and formerly of Prescott died Monday, November 15th at Wellhaven Senior Living in River Falls. Edward was born on July 7, 1927 in Thorp, Wisconsin; the son of John and Sophie (Warva) Siewelo. He attended elementary school in Lacrosse prior to graduating from the Prescott High School. On June 6, 1953, he...

Nov 13, 2023

Isaac Van Someren, age 99, of Eden Prairie, MN, passed away on November 13, 2023 with family by his side. Isaac was born to Frank and Catherine Van Someren on November 6, 1924 in Baldwin, Wisconsin. He had an older sister Francis Weavers and a younger brother Marion Van Someren.

Ike attended Baldwin Christian School and graduated...

Nov 13, 2023

David Allen Williams, age 53, of Hudson, Wisconsin, passed away on November 13, 2023, at the University of Minnesota-Fairview Hospital in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

David was born on May 12, 1970, to parent’s Robert and Lynne (Chadwick) Williams in St. Paul, Minnesota.

From a young age, David was always the life of the party.  He was...

Nov 13, 2023

Kelly Ann Doornink (nee Cronk) age 54 of Baldwin died peacefully in her sleep Thursday, November 13th at her residence. Kelly was born on April 9, 1960 in Osceola, Wisconsin; the daughter of Ai and Joan (Julien) Cronk. She was raised in Forest Lake where she attended grade school before moving to Baldwin where she graduated from high school...

Nov 12, 2023

Lana Fay Woulf (73), beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt & friend passed away peacefully at home after a long battle with cancer on November 12th, 2023.

Lana was born on September 9, 1950 in Green Bay, WI. She graduated from Southwest High School in 1968. She met Wayne Woulf the love of her life and they...

Nov 10, 2023

Arthur Dennis Knutson, age 91 of Tomah, Wisconsin, died peacefully on November 10, 2023 at the Tomah Veterans Administration Medical Center. Arthur was born on July 19, 1932 in Minneapolis, Minnesota; the son of Arthur and Frances (Wesolek) Knutson. Arthur worked many years for McCormick & Company, Schilling Spice Division, and was the Minneapolis Division Sales Manager.

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Nov 10, 2023

Donald “Donnie” Raymond Foley age 84, of River Falls, WI, passed away November 10, 2023. Donald was born November 6, 1939, to parents Raymond and Catherine (Furlong) Foley in Montgomery, MN. Shortly after he was born his parents moved to River Falls where he became a lifelong resident. He attended St. Bridget’s Catholic School for his elementary years and...

Nov 10, 2023

JoAnn Marie Kaiser, 88, formerly of Hammond, WI, passed away Friday, November 10, 2023 at Comforts of Home in Hudson. JoAnn was born to William and Agnes (Grill) Gunderman on November 11, 1934 in Eau Claire, Wisconsin.

She attended Bloomer High School. In December, 27, 1951, she married the love of her life, Eugene. The two enjoyed...

Nov 10, 2023

In Loving Memory of Joyce Arlene Johnson

Joyce Arlene Johnson completed her earthly journey at the age of 97 on November 10, 2023, at Ellsworth Care Center. Born on April 1, 1926, in the township of Martell, she was the cherished daughter of Fritz and Lillian (Gilbertson) Nelson.

Joyce’s early years were marked by education...

Nov 9, 2023

Gregory Riley, age 71, passed away peacefully November 9, 2023, at his home in Hudson, WI.

Greg was born September 25, 1952, to Edward (Ted) and Muriel (Salkiewicz ) Riley. He graduated from St. Croix Central. Greg married the love of his life Karen Hillstead, and together they raised their family in Hammond, Wisconsin.

Being...

Nov 9, 2023

Michael Henry Weyers, 78, of Hudson, Wisconsin, passed away on November 9, 2023 at Hudson Hospital. He was born on April 27, 1945 to Henry and Ruth (Bartels) Weyers in Hudson, WI.

After high school, Mike received his associate degree in Architecture Designing from Wisconsin Indianhead Technical Institute and served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam...

Nov 9, 2023

Frank “Butch” Helmond Hince Jr., age 77, peacefully passed away at his home in Bay City, Wisconsin, on November 9, 2023. Born on December 29, 1945, in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, Frank was the son of Frank Sr. and Gloria (Kadinger) Hince. He was raised in Plum City, where he attended school. As a young man, he learned the craft...

Nov 7, 2023

Eric Jeffrey “Red” Bjerstedt, a lifelong River Falls resident, died November 7 at his home in rural River Falls surrounded by family and friends after an 18-month battle with brain cancer.  He was 51.

Eric was a devoted family man, auto mechanic, avid outdoorsman, classic car enthusiast, and Green Bay Packer fan.

Eric was born...

Nov 6, 2023

It is with heavy hearts and profound sorrow that we announce the untimely passing of Joshua Terry Johnson, a bright and spirited soul, at the tender age of 14. Joshua left this world as a result of a tragic accident on November 6, 2023, at Gillette Children’s Hospital in St. Paul. Born on August 18, 2009, he was the...

Nov 6, 2023

Walter “Swede” Scott Lamson, age 102, of Hammond, Wisconsin, passed away on November 6, 2023, at Hammond Health Services. He was born on September 14, 1921, to parents Charles and Eva (Ranney) Lamson in Roberts, Wisconsin. After high school graduation, Swede served his country with the United States Army Air Forces. He  married the love of his life, Donna...

Nov 4, 2023

Jeanette Jensen, age 89, of River Falls died peacefully November 4, 2023 at the Kinnic Health and Rehabilitation Center in River Falls. Jeanette, born on June 23, 1934, in Rock Elm Township, was a remarkable woman whose life was a testament to love, family, and enduring commitment. She was the beloved daughter of George and Matilda (Christensen) Larson, and...

Nov 3, 2023

Jasmine Lynn Petersen passed away on November 3, 2023, after a heartbreaking, long battle with depression. Jasmine was 18 years old, and tragically took her own life at Homestead Parklands on Perch Lake, WI.  Jasmine was born on March 18, 2005, in Woodbury, Minnesota.  She was the first-born child to her parents, Beau and Natalie, the first grandchild and...

Nov 2, 2023

Thomas John Packard, age 80, of Somerset, WI, passed away on November 2, 2023 at home with family by his side. Thomas was born on June 2, 1943 to parents Rollin and Carine (Carlson) Packard. Tom grew up in Minneapolis and graduated from DeLasalle High School. He continued his education at St. John’s University and St. Cloud and he...

Nov 2, 2023

Paula “Penny” Mae Randall, age 80, of River Falls, Wisconsin, passed away on November 2, 2023, at Comforts of Home in River Falls, Wisconsin.

Penny was born on September 25, 1943, to parent’s Ernest Randall and Mavis Johnson in Stillwater, Minnesota.

Penny was raised in the Hudson area.  After graduating from Hudson High School, she...