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...
Zoey Startz
Jun 3, 2025
Zoey Mercedes Startz, died on June 3, 2025, at the young age of 18. Born on December 13, 2006, in Rochester, Zoey was a vibrant spirit with an honest heart and a spark for life that inspired all who knew her.
Zoey was a true lover of music and found joy in its rhythms. She was currently taking online classes at...
Marlys Johnson
May 31, 2025
Marlys Jean Johnson
March 31, 1953 – May 31, 2025
Marlys Jean Johnson, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 31, 2025. Known for her adventurous spirit and forward-looking nature, Marlys lived a life filled with love, exploration, and cherished memories.
She shared countless driving trips and family adventures with her husband Jim. Together, they traversed the scenic routes...
Michael "Mike" James Tapp
May 31, 2025
Michael “Mike” James Tapp, age 57 of Winona, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, May 31, 2025.
Mike graduated from Austin High School, the class of 1986, and Riverland Community College with a degree in Automotive Machining. Mike worked at Benchmark for 10 plus years.
Above all else, Mike had a need for speed. He loved drag racing and being around fast cars.
Mike...
Elaine Ball
May 28, 2025
Elaine Anne Ball, 79 of Winona, died Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at Sugar Loaf Senior Living.
Elaine was born January 16, 1946 in St. Paul to Eleanor Skaar. Following her high school graduation she attended Austin Community College and graduated with her Licensed Practical Nursing degree. Through her time in Austin, she met Thomas Ball and they were married. They had...
Susan Lyngaas
May 23, 2025
Susan "Sue" Lyngaas, age 84, of St. Charles, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2025 surrounded by family. Born on January 9, 1941, at St. Mary's Hospital in Rochester, MN, she was the beloved daughter of Melvin "Red" and Christine "Burnette" Christenson.
Sue graduated from St. Charles High School in 1959, after which she worked diligently as a surgical aide...
Carter Lee Klinkner
May 22, 2025
Carter Lee Klinkner, 34, passed away Thursday, May 22nd, 2025, while doing what he loved - riding his Harley-Davidson motorcycle that he had lovingly named “Pamela”.
Carter was born September 19th, 1990 in Owatonna, MN, to Tim Klinkner and Christine Myers. Carter moved to Winona, MN, attended Cotter Schools, and eventually graduated from Winona Senior High in 2009. After High School,...
Michael "Mike" Carney
May 20, 2025
Michael "Mike" Carney, 70, of Rushford, MN, passed away at home on Tuesday, May 20, 2025.
Mike was born on January 13, 1955, in Winona, MN, to Richard and Dorthy (Dady) Carney. He was one of seven children. Mike attended St. Stan’s in Winona and later Vo-tech where he studied tool & die. On April 7, 1973 Mike married the love...
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