Obituaries
Jayne Margaret Eiben
Oct 12, 2025
Jayne Margaret Eiben, age 88, passed peacefully on a beautiful fall morning, October 12, 2025, in Viroqua, Wisconsin, with her daughters at her side.
Jayne was born on September 2, 1937, to Neal and Gertrude Hayden, in Monticello, Iowa. She grew up on the family farm and was always very proud of being an Iowa farm girl. She had fond memories...
Gladys Mae Janecek
Oct 12, 2025
Gladys Mae Janecek, age 91, of rural Valley, WI, passed away on Sunday, October 12, 2025, at her home. She was born on September 5, 1934, to Wencil and Elva (Nale) Vitcenda. Gladys attended school in Valley and graduated from Hillsboro High School. Following graduation, she attended the Normal School for Teaching in Viroqua. She taught in Avalanche and Eastman...
Kjellaug Andrea Thompson
Oct 10, 2025
Kjellaug Andrea Thompson, age 95, of Mt. Sterling, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 10, 2025. She was born on April 15, 1930, in Hafslo, Norway. She had a happy childhood with her family. In 1954, she came to visit the Folsom area in Vernon County to visit her cousins. As fate would have it, she met her future husband...
Mary Ellen Hatton
Oct 9, 2025
Mary Ellen Hatton, age 74, of Readstown, died on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at Gundersen Health System in La Crosse.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Viroqua. Fr. Joe Richards will officiate. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the Mass.
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Verlin Gorman Christianson
Oct 7, 2025
Our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Verlin Gorman Christianson, 79, of Genoa died peacefully at home on October 7, 2025. He was born on January 11, 1946, in Viroqua, WI to Norman and Darleen (Turner) Christianson. He graduated from Kickapoo High School in 1964. On June 28, 1985, he married Teresa (Mueller) in Viroqua, WI. Verlin worked for G...
Sara "Bobbie" Young
Oct 7, 2025
Sara “Bobbie” Margaret Young, age 89, of Viola, Wisconsin, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Oxford, Pennsylvania, on June 24, 1936, Bobbie grew up with a warm spirit, a generous heart, and a love for music, particularly the piano. After graduating from Oxford Area High School, she worked as an office manager...
Linda Jean Wiltsie
Oct 6, 2025
Linda Jean Wiltsie died peacefully on October 6th, 2025, at Creamery Creek Memory Care in Stoddard, WI. She was 73 years old. Linda was born on September 28th, 1952, to Robert (Bob) and Elizabeth 'Bette' (Goodenough) Wiltsie in Black River Falls, WI.
During her life, Linda proved herself to be a hard worker and she found joy in the work she...
Gary Anderson
Oct 6, 2025
Gary Anderson, age 83, of Westby, Wisconsin, formerly of Carpenter, Iowa, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Monday, October 6, 2025.
Gary was born on August 28, 1942, in Osage, Iowa, to Harvey and Veronica (“Ronnie”) Anderson. He grew up in Carpenter, Iowa, and graduated from Carpenter High School with the Class of 1960. After high school, he attended Winona...
Esther Elaine Cook
Oct 5, 2025
Esther Elaine (Sisbach) Cook, 96, of Viroqua, WI, passed away October 5, 2025, at Maplewood Terrace Assisted Living. She was born on March 18, 1929, in Viroqua, WI, to William and Bessie (Sommerfield) Sisbach.
Esther attended Belgium Ridge School and graduated from Viroqua High School in 1947. She continued her education at Madison General Hospital School of Nursing, graduating in 1950...
Brian Lee Bodenstein
Oct 5, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of beloved father, grandfather, and brother, Brian L. Bodenstein, who left us on Sunday, October 5, 2025, at the age of 62.
Brian was born to Wolfgang and Brita Bodenstein in Madison, Wisconsin. Brian lived a life defined by hard work, love for his family, and an unwavering dedication to the...
Nicholas Hinkley Smythe
Oct 2, 2025
Nicholas Hinkley Smythe, 37, of De Soto, passed away on Thursday, October 2, 2025.
Nicholas was born on December 24, 1987, in La Crosse, WI, to Rebecca Lynn Hinkley and William Gerald Smythe.
From a young age, Nicholas was described by his mother as untamed, uninhibited, active, and energetic — bright, aware, and independent, with no fear. He was a real go-getter...
Sharon Ann Walker
Sep 28, 2025
Sharon Ann Walker, age 88, of La Farge, found peace on Sunday, September 28, 2025, at Norseland Nursing Home. She was born on November 29, 1936, to John and Grace (Shell) Geddes. Sharon graduated from Hillsboro High School with the class of 1955 and married Jerry Walker on March 14, 1959. She cherished her family the most. Before her legs...
Julio Vicente Cano
Sep 25, 2025
Julio Vicente Cano, 84, most recently of Readstown, Wisconsin passed away peacefully September 25, 2025, at his home. Julio was born June 25, 1941, to Jose Cano and Julia Sanabria in Camaguey, Cuba.
As a child, his curiosity, problem solving and knack with numbers soon gained the notice of his parents and teachers. Aided by an academic scholarship, he eventually went...
Guy James Bieri
Sep 21, 2025
Guy James Bieri, 63, of Viroqua, WI, passed away unexpectedly on September 21, 2025, due to sudden medical complications.
Guy was born on May 31, 1962, in Madison, WI, to Ruby Stone. He was later adopted and lovingly raised by his father, Duane Bieri. From a young age, Guy dreamed of becoming a firefighter—so much so that every Friday night at...
Larry Alan Nottestad
Sep 20, 2025
Larry Nottestad, age 72, of Westby, died peacefully on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at his home. Larry was born on October 31, 1952, to Alton and Helen (Onshus) Nottestad. He became a child of God November 23, 1952, and later reaffirmed his faith in l967. He was a lifelong member of North Coon Prairie Lutheran Church and served many years...
Daryl J Copus
Sep 18, 2025
Daryl Copus, age 62, of Madison, died on Thursday, September 18, 2025, at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison. No services are planned.
Vosseteig-Larson Funeral Home & Crematory is serving Daryl's family.
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Lori Krause
Sep 17, 2025
Lori Krause, age 65, of Prairie Du Chien and formerly of La Farge, passed away on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at her home. She was born March 23, 1960, in Viroqua to Alf “Joe” and Leona “Jean” Bergum. She married Kent Krause on May 19, 1984, in Viroqua. Lori and Kent met while working at Vernon Manor in Viroqua and...
Donald and Helen Parr
Sep 17, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Don and Helen Parr, a devoted couple who shared 72 years of love, partnership, and kindness. Helen, aged 90, passed away on September 17, 2025, and Don, aged 92, passed away on September 18, 2025. They passed away peacefully, surrounded by their loving family. It was a heartbreakingly beautiful...
Jerome E. Nelson
Sep 16, 2025
Jerome E. Nelson, age 84, of Retreat, died on Tuesday, September 16, 2025.
We remember the life and legacy of a remarkable individual, a true cowboy who has left an indelible mark on the hearts and minds of those fortunate enough to have known Him. It is with heavy hearts that we bid farewell to Jerry, whose adventurous spirit, superb story...
Lisa Marie Robinson
Sep 15, 2025
Lisa Marie (Kirchberg) Robinson, age 54, of Gays Mills, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by family on Monday, September 15, 2025.
She was born on January 4, 1971, in Lancaster, WI, to Alan and Donna (Martin Livens) Kirchberg. She went to Boscobel Area Schools and later at Freeport High School in Illinois where she graduated in 1990. She enjoyed...
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