Daniel Thompson
Jun 30, 2025
Daniel “Dan” Thompson, a beloved husband, brother, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, unexpectedly passed away at his home on June 30, 2025, at the age of 75.
Dan was born in Wykoff, MN on May 18, 1950 to John and Mary (Fjelstad) Thompson. The family lived in Preston before moving to Winona in 1961. While a senior at Cotter High School, Dan...
Annette Polzin
Jun 28, 2025
Annette Polzin (Urban), died on June 28, 2025, at the age of 92. Born on November 11, 1932, in Rochester, MN, to William and Anna Hardtke, Annette spent her early years on the family farm north of Eyota, surrounded by the beauty of rural life.
Annette cherished her family, including her late husband Luther Polzin, whom she married on May 10,...
Jack Horton
Jun 27, 2025
Jack Darrell Horton, 82, of Houston MN, passed away on June 27, 2025.
Jack was born on July 14, 1942, in Minneapolis MN, to Carlos and Violet (Frost) Horton. On March 3, 1979 Jack married Judy Eaton, the love of his life. The two were blessed with 5 children. From a young age Jack walked strongly in his faith, accepting Jesus...
Barbara Ann Holien
Jun 26, 2025
Barbara “Barb” Ann Holien
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Barbara “Barb” Ann Holien, who peacefully left this world on June 26th, 2025 surrounded by family at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Nursing Home. Barb was born on December 20th, 1942, in Rushford MN to Marion and Maynard Benson. She graduated from Peterson High School in 1960....
Joseph Erickson
Jun 24, 2025
Joseph Michael Erickson, 44, formerly of Fountain City, died June 24, 2025.
Joe was born on December 3, 1980 in Fargo, North Dakota to Carolyn Erickson. He attended Cochrane Fountain City High School. As a young kid, Joe was very talented with building legos and creating things with his hands. He enjoyed a variety of music, and was incredibly talented in...
Timothy Arnold Kappauf
Jun 24, 2025
Timothy Arnold Kappauf, age 62, of Houston, passed away peacefully in his sleep Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at his residence in Looney Valley. He was born January 31, 1963, and preceded in death by his father, Arnold, and mother, Shirley Kappauf.
He was a member of the Laborer’s Union and spent the last 25 years of his career working for Fowler...
William "Bill" Sholes
Jun 24, 2025
William “Bill” David Sholes, 57, of Dorchester, IA, and formerly of Utica, MN, passed away on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at Gundersen Health System in La Crosse, after a courageous battle with cancer that he faced with strength and grace.
Bill was born July 17, 1967, in Winona to David and Linda (Heineke) Sholes. He grew up in Utica and graduated...
Robert Leroy Wieczorek
Jun 22, 2025
Robert Leroy Wieczorek
January 27, 1932 – June 22, 2025
Robert Leroy Wieczorek, age 93, passed away peacefully and surrounded by loved ones on June 22, 2025 completing a long, full, well-lived and well-loved life.
He was born on January 27, 1932, in Winona, Minnesota, to Roman Wieczorek and Teresa (Zill) Wieczorek, where he lived his entire life after moving from Bluff Siding,...
Ardell Lorraine Nelsestuen
Jun 22, 2025
Ardell Nelsestuen, age 83 of Minnesota City, died on June 22, 2025. He was born on February 28, 1942, to Norman and Emma Nelsestuen. He married Trudy Duellman on September 4, 1965 and they had three children together.
Ardell served valiantly in the Vietnam War with the Big Red One, 28th Infantry, where he was wounded in action.
Ardell began his working...
Bonnie Ward
Jun 21, 2025
Bonnie Kay Ward, 78 of Altura, Minnesota died at her home surrounded by family on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Bonnie was a beloved partner, great grandmother, grandmother, mother, sister, aunt, and friend.
Bonnie was born to Harry and Norma (Brown) Haack on November 22, 1946. She grew up on the farm just outside of Altura, Minnesota. She was a spirited young...
Lyle E. Johnson
Jun 20, 2025
Lyle E. Johnson, 83, of Rushford, Minnesota died on Friday June 20, 2025.
He was born on February 27th, 1942 to Erlyn and Luella Johnson of Highland, rural Lanesboro. Lyle was a graduate of Lanesboro High School in 1960 where his two favorite subjects were Industrial Arts and Agriculture and he earned All-Conference Honors playing football as a Guard. He attended...
Dixie Liberty Rudlong
Jun 17, 2025
Dixie Liberty Rudlong, born June 11, 2025, took her last breath in the loving arms of her parents Benjamin and Natalie Rudlong of Chatfield, MN on June 17, 2025. Though the time spent with their beautiful baby girl was too brief, they shared enough love for a lifetime with her during unexpected complications following her birth. They will honor her precious life (and...
Douglas Johnson
Jun 16, 2025
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Douglas Johnson, alias "Engineer Doug", 74, passed away on Monday, June 16, 2025 with family members by his side.
Doug worked at Winona State University, where he fixed student’s laptops in what was called "walk in." Doug built 2 kit cars before moving to Rushford, where over a period of five years, built a 1906 Buckboard Orient, his pride and joy....
Robert John Gora
Jun 11, 2025
Robert John Gora, 79, of Winona, passed away on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at Gundersen Hospital in LaCrosse, WI. Robert was born on September 5, 1945, in Winona, MN, to Cyril and Eleanore Gora. He attended Winona High School and lived in Winona most of his life. He served in the military, Army, and was stationed in Korea for a...
Jeremy James Berg
Jun 10, 2025
On Tuesday, June 10, 2025 Jeremy James Berg, 44, of Winona was in a tragic accident and passed away at University of Madison Hospital.
Jeremy was born on February 22, 1981 in Rochester, MN and raised in Eyota, where he made core friendships that lasted his lifetime, and later moved to Winona. Jeremy was a beloved son, husband, father, stepfather, Pa,...
Daniel "Dan" James Bambenek
Jun 9, 2025
Daniel “Dan” James Bambenek, age 68, died from a massive heart attack while driving his dump truck on Monday, June 9, 2025.
Dan entered the world on November 9, 1956, in Winona, Minnesota, born to Jim and Elaine Bambenek. Daniel graduated from Winona Senior High School in 1975 and attended Vo-Tech for Autobody and Truck Driving. He married Rosemary Kamrowski, on...
Mary Ann Goree
Jun 6, 2025
Mary Ann Goree, 93, of Altura, died on June 6, 2025, at Lake Winona Manor. She was born on June 19, 1931, in Pine Creek, Wisconsin, to August and Florence (Gibbons) Jereczek. Mary Ann lived a life full of love, laughter, and sacrifice as a cherished mother and dedicated community member in Altura, Minnesota, where she raised her seven children.
Mary...
Maynard "Dusty" Johnson
Jun 6, 2025
Maynard "Dusty" Johnson, 88, of Rushford, MN, passed away on June 6, 2025.
On June 6, 2025, Maynard Johnson joined his beloved wife Marjo in eternity. He was born August 2, 1936, in Lanesboro, Minnesota, to Arthur and Myrtle Johnson. After losing his mother at a young age, Maynard struck out on his own, working on local farms before moving to...
Julie Roth
Jun 5, 2025
Julie Roth, 69, died on June 5, 2025 at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. Born on May 3, 1956, in Rochester, MN, Julie was a vibrant spirit who brought joy and laughter to everyone who knew her. She was welcomed into this world by her loving parents, Stanley and Evelyn (Ask) Millen, and was the cherished sister of nine siblings....
Elaine Wessel
Jun 4, 2025
Elaine Rebecca (Rustad) Wessel, age 78, of Rollingstone, MN, died Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at Mayo Clinic Health System in La Crosse, WI.
Elaine was born April 13, 1947, in Rushford, MN, the daughter of Raymond and Edna (Overby) Rustad. She grew up on the family farm in Bratsberg, MN. After graduating from Rushford High School, she went on to attend...
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