Kevin Mundt

Kevin Mundt

Nov 11, 2024

Kevin Dwayne Mundt, age 60, passed away on Monday, November 11, 2024 after a courageous year long battle with cancer.

Kevin was born December 6, 1963 to Layton and Rose (Geilow). Kevin grew up in St. Charles, MN and graduated from St. Charles High School in 1982.

In 1983, Kevin married Barbie Lawrenz. They bought a farm in St. Charles in 1985...

Ingrid Bunke

Ingrid Bunke

Nov 11, 2024

Ingrid Marie Bunke, age 71, of Rushford, MN, died Monday, November 11, 2024 at Gundersen Health System in La Crosse, WI.

Ingrid was born September 11, 1953, in La Crosse, the daughter of Clifford and Violet (Peterson) Davidson. She attended Rushford High School. She was united in marriage to Duane Bunke on March 13, 1971 at Rushford Lutheran Church. The couple...

Lester Schmoker

Lester Schmoker

Nov 10, 2024

Lester William Schmoker, 73 of Kellogg died on Sunday, November 10, 2024 at his home, with his family by his side. Les was born on March 9, 1951 to Bonnie Clifford and Lester Schmoker. He graduated from Winona Senior High School in 1970. He married Earlene Eggers on September 5, 1970. They lived in rural Kellogg, MN on the Schmoker...

Karen Kay Nelsestuen

Karen Kay Nelsestuen

Nov 9, 2024

Karen Nelsestuen, 83, of Winona passed away Saturday, November 9, 2024, at Benedictine-Saint Anne. 

She was born in La Crosse, WI, on August 12, 1941, to Kermith and Violet Crandall. She attended the Wisconsin School for the Deaf in Delavan, WI, and the Minnesota School for the Deaf in Faribault, MN, where she met LaVern.

Karen and LaVern were united in marriage...

Jeffrey Sanders

Jeffrey Sanders

Nov 7, 2024

Jeffrey (Jeff) Darren Sanders, 55 years old, of Lanesboro, MN transitioned home with his savior Jesus on November 7th, 2024.

Jeffrey was born to Jerry Sanders and Susanne Mercier in Summit, New Jersey on August 13,1969 and grew up in Phoenix, Arizona. He was the youngest of four children and was grateful for his relationships with his brothers, Jerry and Jim,...

Hanna Elshoff

Hanna Elshoff

Nov 7, 2024

Hanna Elshoff, age 81, of Chatfield, MN departed for her final Dream Ride Thursday, November 7, 2024 at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester, MN, due to injuries she sustained from a car accident.

Hanna was born during WWII in Verden, Germany, the daughter of Heinrich and Johanne (Riemann) Wahlers. She is survived by her sister, Irmgard Lexvold (Wahlers); son, Karl Elshoff;...

Kathy Tulius

Kathy Tulius

Nov 2, 2024

Kathy Lynn Tulius of Minnesota City, passed away at her home on Saturday November 2, 2024.

She was born on August 31, 1952, Winona, MN to Melvin and Marion (Matzke). She was the youngest of three siblings. Kathy worked for the city of Winona as a parking control officer for over thirty years. She enjoyed growing and caring for her beautiful...

Daniel Zimmerman

Daniel Zimmerman

Nov 1, 2024

Daniel Peter Zimmerman, 67, of Winona, MN, passed away peacefully at Gundersen in La Crosse on Friday, November 1, 2024, following a lengthy battle with Parkinson’s disease.

Dan was born June 23, 1957, in Winona, to Alfred and Dorothy (Golt) Zimmerman. Growing up in the East End, he attended Catholic school, before graduating in 1975 from Winona Senior High. He went...

Laura Lee Hamil

Laura Lee Hamil

Oct 26, 2024

Laura Lee Hamil, 54, of Winona, Minnesota, died peacefully at home of cancer on October 26, 2024.

Laura was born March 25, 1970 in Brainerd, Minnesota. She graduated from Mayo High school in 1988. Then graduated cosmetology school in 91.

Laura started her own landscaping business in 1994 through 2012.

She moved to Winona in 2013 and enjoyed fishing, birding, photography and the...

Keith Schindler

Keith Schindler

Oct 26, 2024

Keith Alan Schindler, age 56, of Galesville, WI died at Mayo Clinic Health System - La Crosse Saturday, October 26, 2024, due to complications of Guillain-Barre Syndrome. 

Keith was born September 12, 1968, in La Crosse, WI, the son of Roger Schindler and Barbara (Pozanc) Hoffman. He was an avid hunter, motorcyclist, and golfer. He honorably served his country in the...

Karen Proper

Karen Proper

Oct 25, 2024

After a courageous battle of cancer, we announce the passing of Karen Marie "Salter" Proper on October 25th, 2024. She was born on January 6th, 1957, the beloved daughter of William and Delores Salter, in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. Karen graduated from Eau Claire Memorial High School and later from St. Mary's School of Practical Nursing College.

On June 25th, 1977, Karen...

Kristine "Kris" Horsman

Kristine "Kris" Horsman

Oct 25, 2024

In loving memory of Kristine "Kris" Horsman, 74, of Chatfield, Minnesota, who peacefully passed away on October 25, 2024. She was born to Glen and Marion Stevens on September 10, 1950, in Rochester, Minnesota.

Kristine's journey was one of warmth and affection. As a young girl, she flourished as a Girl Scout, setting a foundation of generosity and community spirit that...

Jane Schultz

Jane Schultz

Oct 24, 2024

Jane Frances (Kieffer) Schultz, aged 77, died on October 24, 2024, at her home in North Richland Hills, Texas. She was a beloved mother, wife and friend who will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

Jane was born on December 24, 1946, in Elba Township. Jane met Robert in high school. They were married on July 10, 1965, in...

Michael Ruedy

Michael Ruedy

Oct 21, 2024

Michael "Mike" Ruedy, 65, passed away on October 21, 2024 at Gundersen Lutheran Health Systems surrounded by family. He was born in La Crosse, WI on June 3, 1959. He grew up on the family farm in Ridgeway before attending Ridgeway Elementary School and graduating from Winona Senior High School. Following high school, Michael began his career at Madison Silo...

Marilyn Joanne Sperling

Marilyn Joanne Sperling

Oct 20, 2024

Marilyn J. Sperling (nee Hanley), age 90 of San Dimas, CA passed away on October 20, 2024.

Following services in California, Marilyn will be buried in the Chatfield Cemetery, Chatfield, MN on November 16, 2024. 

A full obituary will appear soon. 

Arnold “Arnie” Harold Jacob

Arnold “Arnie” Harold Jacob

Oct 20, 2024

Arnold "Arnie" Harold Jacob, age 97, of Lewiston, entered into eternal life with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Sunday, October 20, 2024, while residing at Lake Winona Manor. 

Arnold Harold Jacob was born on August 6, 1927, in Beaver, MN, the son of August and Mabel (nee Carlson). He attended school in Beaver and Plainview. He was baptized and...

Marsha Durham

Marsha Durham

Oct 19, 2024

Marsha Kay Durham, a woman who lived life with contagious joy and unwavering love, passed away on Saturday, October 19, 2024, at the age of 64, due to a motorcycle accident. Born on March 12, 1960, Marsha's presence brought warmth and light into the lives of all who knew her.

Known for her unwavering love for her kids and grandbabies, Marsha's...

James "Jim" Vogel

James "Jim" Vogel

Oct 18, 2024

James (Jim) Vogel of Rollingstone, MN passed away on October 18, 2024 at St. Elizabeth Health Care Center in Wabasha, MN.

Jim was born on June 29, 1943 in Fond du Lac, WI to the late Frank & Regina (Melchoir) VogeI.

Jim attended St. Norbert College in De Pere, WI where he received his bachelor degree in chemistry in 1965. Jim moved...

Ruth Ann Oslie

Ruth Ann Oslie

Oct 17, 2024

Ruthie A. (nee Storandt) Oslie, age 78 of Melrose (North Bend), WI, passed away on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at Lake Winona Manor.

Ruthie was born December 31, 1945, in North Bend, WI, to Phillip and Helen (nee Johnson) Storandt. Ruthie graduated from Melrose High school in 1965.

Ruthie was a devoted homemaker. She loved taking care of her family. Ruthie was...

Maurice William Shea

Maurice William Shea

Oct 17, 2024

Maurice William Shea, a true lover of the land and a dedicated family man, was born to eternal life on October 17, 2024. Born on August 19, 1938, in Wabasha, MN, he was the son of James and Donna Shea. 

Maurice led a full life, graduating from Elgin High School and proudly serving in the reserves. He found his forever dance...