Eugene Kruempel
Aug 19, 2025
On August 19, 2025 Eugene "Gene" Kruempel passed away at is home. He went to meet the love of his life, Judy whom he missed dearly, in heaven. They are together again.
Gene was born on January 16, 1935 in Wabasha, MN. At a young age he came to live in St. Charles.
He attended and graduated from St. Charles High School....
LeRoy Kanz, Sr.
Aug 18, 2025
LeRoy Francis Kanz, Sr., age 89, went to be with his loved ones on August 18,2025.
He was born July 23, 1936 to Joseph and Isabelle (Verdick) Kanz. On July 25, 1959 he married Janelle Westberg at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Winona. He was employed at Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, Woodlawn Cemetery, and the West End Rec Center.
LeRoy is...
Phyllis Bittner
Aug 18, 2025
Phyllis Bittner, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and cherished friend, passed away with her family by her side on Monday, August 18, 2025, at the age of 68.
Phyllis was the proud mother of two sons, who she cherished profoundly. Her greatest joy came from being a grandmother. Family was most important to Phyllis.
Phyllis retired from Riverside Electronics, after many years of...
Benjamin Joseph Bruss
Aug 18, 2025
Benjamin Joseph Bruss, age 43, died on Monday, August 18, 2025.
Ben was born on November 8, 1981, in Winona, MN, to Jerry and Carla Bruss. Ben enjoyed being with his children, fishing, grilling, and gardening.
Ben is survived by his parents; children, Amber and Peter Bruss of Iowa; brothers, Tim and Nick Bruss of Winona; and many cousins, aunts, and an...
Patricia Ann Cada
Aug 16, 2025
Patricia "Pat" (Wieczorek) Cada, age 91, formerly of Winona and St. Charles passed away Saturday, August 16, 2025, at Pine Haven Care Center in Pine Island, MN.
Pat was born October 16, 1933, in Winona, MN to Joseph and Martha (Feltz) Wieczorek. Pat married John "Jack" Cada February 20, 1960, in Winona. In her younger years, Pat worked at Gate City...
Tina Marie Jonsgaard
Aug 15, 2025
Tina Prigge Jonsgaard
12/17/1967 - 08/15/25
Mrs. Tina Prigge Jonsgaard was born on December 27, 1967, in Litchfield, MN, and adopted by Mr. and Mrs. Lester Prigge of Lewiston, MN. On August 15, 2025, Mrs. Tina was surrounded by the love and care of her husband, children and their spouses as she peacefully passed away in Rochester, MN.
Tina grew up in Lewiston,...
Michael Iverson
Aug 15, 2025
Michael Carl Iverson, age 68, of Winona, MN, died unexpectedly Friday, August 15, 2025 at his home.
Michael was born May 9, 1957, in Spring Grove, MN, the son of Melvin and Clarissa (Housker) Iverson. He moved to Winona in 1959, and was a lifelong Winona resident. He graduated from Winona High School. Mike retired from Miller Felpax after 29 years....
Scot Simmons
Aug 14, 2025
Scot Simmons, a beloved family man and passionate advocate for the outdoors, passed away on August 14, 2025, at the age of 56.
After courageously fighting cancer, Scot found peace in his final days by the Root River, surrounded by family.
Born on March 15, 1969, in Dover, Delaware, to Rufus and Louise (Alford) Simmons, Scot's heart always found its rhythm by...
Marlys Masterjohn
Aug 14, 2025
Marlys R. (McKenzie) Masterjohn, age 92, died Thursday, August 14, 2025 at St. Anne Extended Healthcare in Winona, MN.
Marlys was born May 20, 1933, at the home farm in rural Cherry Grove, Fillmore County, MN, to Ralph “Jack” and Nellie (Ramaker) McKenzie. She was the youngest of 5 siblings, and enjoyed a close-knit family growing up. Marlys graduated high school...
Mary Jore
Aug 14, 2025
Mary Elizabeth Jore, 62, of Houston MN, passed away on Thursday, August 14, 2025 at home surrounded by her loving family.
Mary Elizabeth Jore was born March 27, 1963, in La Crosse, Wisconsin, to Richard and Doreen (Gleason) Brostrom. Mary grew up in La Crescent, Minnesota and graduated from La Crescent High School in 1981, being voted “Most Humorous” by her...
Dakota "Soda" Swenson
Aug 13, 2025
Dakota “Soda” Donald Swenson, 29 of St. Charles, died Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at Mayo Clinic Hospital, Rochester – St. Mary’s Campus. Dakota faced many health challenges throughout his life, but always faced them with courage and determination.
Soda was born February 28, 1996 in Springdale, AR to Rick and Joy (Cummins) Swenson. He graduated from St. Charles High School in...
Jeni Koneczny
Aug 11, 2025
Jeni Clair Rose Koneczny, 42, of Houston, Minnesota, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, on Monday, August 11, 2025. She was surrounded by her loving family. Jeni was born on September 30, 1982 in Hastings, Minnesota.She grew up on the East side of St. Paul and attended Hayden Heights Elementary School and Johnson High School...
Peter Leif Gilbertson
Aug 9, 2025
Peter L. Gilbertson
Peter was born on August 25, 1961, in Fargo, ND, and died August 9, 2025, unexpectedly at his home in Rochester, MN, although he had experienced poor health since the covid epidemic.
Peter served his country, with 4 years in the Marine Corps. He was a proud Marine.
Peter had business degrees from both Winona State and Tennessee Tech. He...
Conrad "Connie" Tschumper
Aug 9, 2025
Conrad Julius Tschumper (Connie), 82 years old, passed away at his home on August 9, 2025, surrounded by family.
He was born to Julius and Marie Tschumper on February 8, 1943. Connie grew up on the family farm on South Ridge Road. He graduated Salutatorian of his class at St. Pete’s in Hokah. After graduation he started working for J&H Auto...
Kevin William Baker
Aug 8, 2025
Kevin was born on October 31, 1963, to Art and Helen Baker. He attended Winona Schools. Kevin passed away on Friday, August 8, 2025, from cancer.
In his younger years, he worked in landscaping and then for Al’s Construction. Kevin was always a Happy-go-lucky guy who enjoyed card games with buddies and Budweisers. He was also an avid camper.
Kevin is survived...
Kathleen "Kittie" Tostenson
Aug 7, 2025
Kathleen "Kittie" Tostenson, 89, of Houston, MN, peacefully passed away on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at home surrounded by her loving family.
Kittie was born on September 10, 1935, in Granton, WI, to Fred and Mabel (Johnson) Ferguson. She attended Highland Academy in Rockland, WI, where she met the love of her life, Leonard Tostenson. The two were united in marriage...
Robert Schrupp
Aug 6, 2025
Robert “Bob” John Schrupp, 65, of Winona, MN, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. True to his generous spirit, Robert was an organ donor, giving the gift of life to at least three individuals.
Born on June 14, 1960, in Glencoe, MN, to Donaver and Delores Schrupp, Robert was one of eleven children in...
Gerald "Jerry" Brown
Aug 6, 2025
Gerald "Jerry" Brown, age 82, of Winona, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2025, at Sauer Health Care in Winona.
Jerry was born on April 21, 1943, in Monticello, Minnesota, to William Peter Brown and Vera (Hamacher) Brown. He graduated from high school in Becker, Minnesota, and went on to work for the railroad, where he built a strong and...
Lawrence "Larry" Alfred Holtegaard
Aug 5, 2025
Lawrence "Larry" HoltegaardRochester/Chatfield
Lawrence "Larry" Alfred Holtegaard, age 93, of Rochester passed away at the Spring Valley Living surrounded by his family on Tuesday, August 5, 2025.
Lawrence was born on December 8, 1931 in Elba Township the son of Alfred and Marion (Olson) Holtegaard. He attended school in Rushford and Chatfield and then entered the United States Air Force, serving during...
Judith Anderson
Aug 4, 2025
Judith Marie Anderson, age 78, of Dodge, WI, died Monday, August 3, 2025 at her home in Dodge, WI, following a battle with colon cancer.
She was born March 8, 1947 in Winona, MN, the daughter of Maurice and Eleanor (Streng) Anderson. She attended Cotter Schools and Winona Senior High. In her younger years she enjoyed Jeep racing. Judy owned and...
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