Remembering Your Loved Ones

Jun 6, 2023

Jake William Garvey, age 29, of Minneapolis, MN, passed away unexpectedly on June 6, 2023. Jake was born on April 21, 1994 to parents Jennifer Kunkel and Jack Garvey. He graduated from Northfield High School where he enjoyed playing on the football team.

He had a contagious smile that drew people towards him. His many friends and...

Jun 5, 2023

Victor Lee Howe, age 84 of Hager City, Wisconsin passed away peacefully June 5, 2023. He was born May 28, 1939 to Freda and Jess Howe.  Vic grew up in Trimbelle with two brothers and two sisters. It is here that he attended Alleyho school. After high school, he went to work at Red Wing Shoe factory, which eventually...

Jun 4, 2023

Dorothy Lou Ann Boleen, age 92 of Ellsworth, Wisconsin passed away peacefully Sunday, June 4, 2023 at Preferred Senior Living of Ellsworth.

She was born on December 20, 1930 to Edward and Augusta (Martin) Billeter.  She attended Ellsworth High School.  On April 28, 1947 Dorothy married Melvin “Ted” Boleen.  They operated the Moeville General Store and Feed...

Jun 4, 2023

Arlene Doris Wicklander, age 97, of Hudson, Wisconsin, passed away on June 4 th , 2023, at the Christian Community Home, after suffering with congestive heart failure.

Arlene was born on March 9 th , 1926, to parents Harris and Clara (Siltberg) Johnson. After High School graduation she married Milton Wicklander in September of 1944 prior to...

Jun 4, 2023

Robert John Dynan October 2 nd , 1941 – June 4 th , 2023Died peacefully at age 81, after dedicating his life to his passion for music. He was involved at all levels, concert bands, police bands, dance bands, and worked as a school band director.

He attended St.John’s University, MN for 2 years and graduated from...

Jun 4, 2023

In loving memory of Peter J. Mudrinich, devoted husband, cherished father, and beloved friend, who passed away unexpectedly on June 4, 2023 at the age of 76.  Peter’s life was a testament to love, service, and unwavering loyalty. His compassionate nature touched the lives of those fortunate enough to know him.

Peter was a devoted and loving...

Jun 3, 2023

Tyler Thomas Abel, 42, passed away suddenly on June 3rd, 2023 in New Richmond, WI.

Tyler was born in Stillwater, MN on April 9th, 1981 and grew up in Hudson, WI. He married the love of his life, Kelly Ann Dold, in 2012 and they welcomed two sons, whom he considered his greatest accomplishments. They made a...

Jun 3, 2023

George Leroy Peterson, 94, of Hager City, Wis., passed away at his life-long home on June 3. George was born on November 20, 1922 to Gust and Delia Peterson, the youngest of five children. George and Hildur Nelson were married on June 14, 1946 at Ezekiel Lutheran Church in River Falls. They enjoyed fifty-six years together.

In...

Jun 2, 2023

Francesca Rose Faye Seipel, whose smile and effervescent personality lit up a room, sadly and unexpectedly died Friday, June 2nd 2023 at the River Falls Area Hospital’s Emergency Room. Francesca was born on February 27th, 2023 at the Red Wing Mayo Birthplace the beautiful daughter of Anthony and Joanna (Greathouse) Seipel. At only three months, she captured your heart...

Jun 1, 2023

Violet Julia Schack, 85, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 1st in River Falls, Wisconsin. She was born on June 30, 1928 to the late Arthur and Gertrude (nee Worby) Stoner, in Swaffham, Norfolk, England. On August 9, 1947, she married the late John Joseph Schack, in Orange, New Jersey.Together, they raised nine children. Among their residences were West...

May 31, 2023

Mark P. Bungum, age 77, of Hudson, passed away at Prescott Nursing & Rehabilitation on Wednesday, May 31, 2023.

Mark was born on April 1, 1946 to G. Norman and Elsie (Throndson) Bungum. He worked as a journeyman electrician.

Mark was skilled at fixing things.  He will be remembered as a frugal man who enjoyed...

May 25, 2023

Stephen (Steve) John Sagstetter, age 75, of River Falls, WI passed away unexpectedly from natural causes at his home on May 25, 2023.  Steve is the son of Ambrose and Fannet (Gleason) Sagstetter was born on July 1, 1947 in Plum City, WI .  He attended grade school at St. John the Baptist Catholic School and graduated high school...

May 25, 2023

Elmer “Al” Ganz, age 93, of Hudson, passed away May 25th at The Deerfield in New Richmond.  He was born on November 27, 1924 to Max and Ernestine (Beseman) Ganz in Swanville, MN.  On October 14, 1950, he was united in marriage to Catherine Peterson.

During World War II he served in the U.S. Army on the...

May 25, 2023

Timothy Harold Fitzenberger, age 61, of St. Mary’s Point, Minnesota, passed away unexpectedly at his home on May 25, 2023.

Tim was born on January 25, 1962 to parents William and Sharon (Severin) Fitzenberger and graduated from Stillwater High School with the class of 1980. He worked as a supervisor at Chandler Exhibits.

Tim was...

May 24, 2023

Perry Edward Melstrom, age 90, lifelong resident of Ellsworth, WI, passed away May 24, 2023 at the Plum City Care Center.  Perry was born January 14, 1933 in Trimbelle Township to Edward and Ollie (Whipple) Melstrom.  He joined the Army in 1954 and was honorably discharged in 1956.  He was stationed in Okinawa for a while.  On July 3,...

May 22, 2023

Richard (Dick) Mockler passed away peacefully on May 22nd, 2023.

He is survived by his wife Ruby, children Connie (Rick) Apple, Todd (Cherie)Mockler, Angie Wilkinson, and Kristin (Jim) Blissenbach, along with 10 grandchildren and 10 great Grandchildren. His family was a great source of pride for him.

Born August 12th, 1932 in Stillwater, MN to...

May 22, 2023

Brietta Vasser, age 34, of Ridgeland, WI, passed away at her home unexpectedly on May 22, 2023. She was born on February 25, 1989 in Ypsilanti, MI. She grew up in Hudson, WI, and graduated from Northfield Technical College 12/18/22. She married Glenn Fernstrom on 12/8/2021 and together had a son, Eli.

Brietta loved…. Mt. Dew, dogs...

May 18, 2023

LaVerne Marie Delorit, 100, formerly of River Falls, WI passed away May 18, 2023, in Hospice at La Posada Assisted Living Facility in Green Valley, Arizona.  LaVerne was born June 18, 1922 in River Falls, Wisconsin to Hans and Sarah (Gartland) Hanson.  She graduated from River Falls High School, and attended UW-River Falls.

On December 30 1942,...

May 18, 2023

Barbara Jo Suvanto, age 65, of Hudson, WI, passed away on May 18, 2023 at Regions Hospital in Saint Paul.

Barbara was born on August 15, 1957 in Sauk Centre, MN to Thomas and Rose (Kinney) O’Connell. She married her soulmate Miikka Suvanto on May 2, 1998.

Barb owned and operated Studio 94 in Hudson....

May 17, 2023

Edwin Haydn Lund Sr., age 74, formerly of Wyoming, MN went home to be with the Lord, Sunday, May 17. Preceded in death by his wife Jean; parents, Edwin and Dorothy Lund; and sister, Susan Brunke. Survived by his daughter, Pam (Andy) Wright; son, Ed Jr. (Sheryl) Lund; grandchildren, Stuart, Elsa, Greta, Haydn, Ethan, Layne and Norah. Mr. Ed,...