Sep 16, 2021

Donald Simpson, 86, of Rochester, a retired Mayo Clinic employee, died peacefully on Thursday, September 16, 2021, at Mayo Clinic Hospital, Methodist Campus, after a brief illness.

Donald Eugene Simpson was born on December 14, 1934, in Chatfield, Minnesota, to William and Alice (Hartley) Simpson. He graduated from Chatfield High School in 1952. He enlisted in the...

Sep 16, 2021

Anthony “Tony” Milo Henry Duellman Unnasch AKA Bone, born September 16, 1965 in Winona MN to Winifred and Milo Henry Duellman. Tony’s father passed away before he was born and Winifred married Richard Unnasch a few years later..  He adopted Tony and his sister ,Tammie,  when they were in their early teens. Tony grew up in the countryside of...

Sep 16, 2021

After nearly 92 years of faithful service, Edward Harold Speltz went home to his loving God on Thursday, September 16, 2021. Born November 25, 1929 to Arnold and Lillian Maus Speltz in Rollingstone, Ed was the fourth of ten brothers and sisters. Growing up during the Great Depression quickly taught the entire family the value of hard work, a strong...

Sep 15, 2021

Eric A. Gaulke, 43 of Winona, died Wednesday, September 15, 2021 at Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center. Eric was born December 7, 1977 in Winona. He enjoyed spending time outdoors, including hunting ginseng, morels and agates. He was talented at woodworking and loved music and animals. He is survived by his mom, Kathy Benson; brothers, Josh and Sean Benson; children, Gavin,...

Sep 13, 2021

Michael James Cook Jr. jumped on a chrome bike and rode his way to heaven. He passed unexpectedly on September 13, 2021 due to a stroke at the young age of 49. On May 22, 1972 a beautiful vibrant and healthy baby boy was born to Michael Sr. and Rose Cook in Winona, MN. They would name him Michael Hebrew...

Sep 11, 2021

William R. (Bill) Stahl of Minnesota City died peacefully at Mayo Clinic Hospital, St. Mary's Campus in Rochester on September 11, 2021. The son of William T. and Della J. Stahl, he was born on August 31, 1925 in Kenosha, Wisconsin. During World War II, he served in France in the 26th Infantry Division in General Patton's 3rd Army. He...

Sep 9, 2021

John William Dewey, 76, of rural Houston, MN died on Thursday, September 9, 2021, at Gundersen Health System in La Crosse, WI with his wife and sister by his side. The family would like to give many thanks for the wonderful and caring staff at Gundersen. John Served in the U.S. Army from 1963 to 1966. He was a member...

Sep 9, 2021

Gene G. Brandvold, 84, of Rushford, MN and formerly of Bloomington, MN died on Thursday, September 9, 2021, at his home surrounded by family. Gene Gavin Brandvold was born on October 23, 1936, in Albert Lea, MN to Gerhard and Lettie (Johnston) Brandvold. Lived in New Richland, MN, Winthrop, MN, Janesville, MN, summers on the family farm in rural New...

Sep 7, 2021

As his family and friends can attest, Delmer Ihrke truly understood the secret to a life well lived. He was so inspirational and a constant source of strength, even in the hardest of times. As a serving member of his community, Del was always willing to help those in need in ways both great and small. He was tirelessly dedicated...

Sep 7, 2021

Muriel S. Douglas, age 84, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 7 at the Country Cottage in Plainview. Muriel was born on April 1, 1937 in Fountain City, the daughter of Raymond and Janet (Steen) Mueller. She met the love of her life, Paul Douglas, and they were united in marriage on February 1, 1954, in Rochester; together their union...

Sep 6, 2021

Hopkins, Richard B. (Dick) Dick Hopkins, 91, of Winona, passed away on September 6, 2021. He was born on June 24, 1930 in Flint, Michigan to Leo B. and Marie Hopkins. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Marian Hopkins, his son Barry (Lisa) Hopkins of Manitowish Waters, Wisconsin and his daughter Jenny Hopkins of Minneapolis and Winona....

Sep 6, 2021

Raymond D. Lisowski, 81, of Piepers Valley, rural Fountain City died Monday, September 6, 2021 at Saint Anne's Extended Healthcare in Winona. Ray was born December 21, 1939 in Arcadia to Peter and Olga (Konsella) Lisowski. He served in the Army National Guard. Ray and Sandra Gensmer met on a blind date. And, were married May 11, 1963 at Trinity...

Sep 5, 2021

Ian Chrisopher Richard, 32, son, brother, husband, father, friend, hunter, fisherman, forager, adventurer, dancer, traveler, and disc golfer passed away on Sunday, September 5, 2021, following a 10 month battle with Acute Lymphatic Leukemia. A lover of nature and all things outdoors. Ian's time here may not have been long, but he made sure to make the most of it....

Sep 4, 2021

Patrick M. Kaiser, age 58 of Stockton, passed away on Saturday, September 4 at the Gundersen Lutheran Hospital in La Crosse. Patrick was born on October 11, 1962 in Winona, the son of Richard and Darlene (Waletzko) Kaiser. He was raised in the Winona area with his two sisters and graduated from Winona Senior High School. Patrick was employed full...

Sep 3, 2021

Nancy J. Czeczok, age 72, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 3 at Lake Winona Manor. Nancy was born on October 29, 1948 in Winona, the daughter of Edgar and Lavern (Senrick) Rupprecht. She was raised in the Lewiston and Wyattville areas and graduated from Lewiston High School. Nancy was married to Roger Hazelton and they had one daughter, Lynn....

Aug 31, 2021

La Crescent, MN - Douglas "Doug" A. Albrecht, 60, of La Crescent, MN died on Tuesday, August 31, 2021, at Gundersen Health System in La Crosse, WI. Doug was born on April 26, 1961, in La Crosse, WI to Walter and Dora (Harlos) Albrecht. He was raised in rural Houston on South Ridge and was a 1980 graduate of Houston...

Aug 30, 2021

KNCQ968 – Home to base.  Dean, I’m on my way!

On Monday, August 30, 2021, God’s heavenly angels paved a path and gently guided Carol Turena Holger Finseth to the gates of Heaven to meet her Maker that so skillfully created her beautiful soul. A greeting she had been looking forward to her entire life.  She passed...

Aug 30, 2021

Frank Deutschman, 93, of St. Charles died Monday, August 30, 2021, after a long battle with cancer. Dozens of family members visited Frank in the last several days before he passed away at the Whitewater Health Services nursing facility in St. Charles. The son of German and Belgian immigrants, Frank was born July 23, 1928, in Milwaukee. He grew up...

Aug 29, 2021

William Robert Tomashek was born November 30, 1927, in Winona, Minnesota to William and Grace Tomashek, and passed away at his home on August 29, 2021, of natural causes. As a youth, William enjoyed hockey at West End Rec Center playing evenings and weekends. He also embraced his father's passion for hunting and fishing throughout his life, passing that love...

Aug 29, 2021

MONEY CREEK, MN - Sandra Kaye Marks, 62, of Money Creek, MN died on Sunday, August 29, 2021, at her home. Sandra was born on February 7, 1959, in Spring Grove, MN to Lowell and Betty (Meyer) Ladsten. She grew up in Houston where she lived all of her life. Sandra is survived by three children: Alicia (Kevin Koeller) Seekamp,...