Obituaries

Jan 18, 2024

Jay William Haggerty was born January 24th, 1941, to Bill and Joyce Haggerty in Gays Mills, Wisconsin, where he grew up with his brothers Lee and Rance. Jay enjoyed this time in his life so much that he wrote several unpublished works loosely based on his childhood for other children to read. Topics included stories about exploring the Kickapoo...

Jan 16, 2024

Conrad August Nehls, age 84, was called to his eternal home on January 16, 2024, at Vernon Manor Nursing Home surrounded by those he chose to care for him, after a long journey of declining health.

He was born September 23, 1939, on the first anniversary of his late parents’ Bernie and Rosella (neé Nuttleman)...

Jan 16, 2024

Karen Heried, age 80, of Viroqua passed away on Tuesday, January 16, 2024. She was born on July 31, 1943, to the late Iris Ostrum. As a young girl, Karen’s family moved around as they farmed until she ended up settling in the Readstown area.

A friend of Karen’s introduced her to her future husband, Gary Heried....

Jan 11, 2024

Karen F. Babcock, aged 83, passed away on January 11, 2024, in Abbotsford, WI. Born on April 10, 1940, in Sparta, WI, to the late Ole and Reycie (Rose) Olson.

Karen's passion for coloring brought vibrant hues to her life. Her love for the music of Elvis Presley was a constant source of happiness.

Jan 10, 2024

Harold Nofsinger, age 79, of La Farge passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, surrounded by his family. He was born on June 17, 1944, to the late Arvid “Hap” and June (Roberts) Nofsinger. On August 8, 1964, he married the love of his life, Linda Fish, at Burr Wesleyan Church in rural Hillsboro. Together they had been...

Jan 10, 2024

Joan E. Kraft, age 90, of the Town of Clinton, rural Cashton, passed away on Wednesday, January 10, 2024. No formal services will take place at this time.

Online condolences may be expressed at vossfh.com. Cards for the family may be sent to Robert Kraft c/o Vosseteig Funeral Home PO Box 88, Westby, WI 54667....

Jan 8, 2024

Lorena Fitzpatrick, age 80, of Richland Center passed away peacefully Monday, January 8, 2024, surrounded by her family. She was born October 26, 1943, to the late Georgie and Lorraine (Grimm) Coppernoll in Richland Center. Lorena attended the Rock School in Sylvan and then went to work for Pampered Beef where she oversaw over 3,000 calves. When they closed,...

Jan 7, 2024

Phyllis J. Iverson, 90, of Soldiers Grove, WI peacefully passed away on January 7, 2024.

Phyllis was born on April 9, 1933, in Turtle Lake, WI to Merlin and Mabel Tess. After graduating from high school, she embarked on a life journey that included a marriage to David Iverson on March 25, 1951. Together, they...

Jan 6, 2024

Patricia Jean Moore, age 95, of Gays Mills passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 6, 2024. She was born November 5, 1928, to the late Russell and Anna (Potts) Jennings. Pat graduated from Gays Mills High School and went into the work force as a secretary for various companies.

On November 12, 1949, Pat married...

Jan 6, 2024

Eleanor M. Oftedahl, age 94, of Viroqua passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 6, 2024, at Vernon Manor. She was born April 23, 1929, in Vernon County, Wisconsin. Eleanor graduated from Folsom School and later from the University of La Crosse with a bachelor's degree in teaching.

She married Kenneth Oftedahl in 1948, and together...

Jan 4, 2024

Ruth Elaine McClurg (Forde) age 90 of Viroqua, WI passed away peacefully at home on January 4, 2024, surrounded by her family.

She is survived by husband, Robert; sons, Ron (Connie), Maurice (Greta), Steve (Lisa), and Duane (Susan); twelve grandchildren, Molly (Eric) Schuler, Katie McClurg, Michael McClurg, Quinn McClurg, Brady McClurg, Nicholas McClurg, Mason McClurg,...

Jan 4, 2024

Susan Kaye (Hermann) Williams, age 75, of rural Viroqua, WI, passed away peacefully on January 4, 2024, at Soldiers Grove Health Services. Born on July 5, 1948, in Portage, WI, at Divine Saviors Hospital, Susan radiated love and kindness throughout her life.

Susan was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Roland Dean Williams, with...

Jan 4, 2024

Glenn Andy Herbst, a spirited soul affectionately known as “Herbie” to those who knew and loved him, passed away peacefully on January 4, 2024, at the age of 77, surrounded by his family. Born on March 25, 1946, in Michigan, Glenn's life was a tapestry woven with the love of family, the joy of the great outdoors, and the...

Jan 1, 2024

Jeff Petsche, age 65, of Prairie du Chien passed away on Monday, January 1, 2024.

Per his wishes, no services will be held.

Vosseteig Funeral Home & Crematory in Gays Mills is serving Jeff's family.

325 Sunset Ridge Avenue

Gays Mills, WI 54631

(608) 735-2100...

Dec 27, 2023

Meredith E. Vedvik, age 90, of Seneca passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 27, 2023, at her home. She was born on February 28, 1933, to the late Richard and Dorothy (Adams) Homuth. On December 8, 1950, Meredith married Harold “Howdy” Vedvik at the Lutheran Parsonage in Mt. Sterling and together they had three children: Rick, Randy, and Teri....

Dec 25, 2023

David Norvin Mikkelson, age 75, of Ferryville passed away unexpectedly on Monday, December 25, 2023. He was born on November 7, 1948, to the late Norvin and Lila (Holmes) Mikkelson in Prairie du Chien. David graduated from North Crawford High School in 1967. After graduating, David farmed with his parents on the family farms on South Buck Creek Road....

Dec 24, 2023

Ethel Marie (Harmston) Reiter, 83, of Viroqua, WI, passed away peacefully to become our Christmas Angel on December 24, 2023, with family by her side. Ethel was born on October 28, 1940, in Pana, Illinois, to the late Charles Harmston and Henrietta (White) (Harmston) Calverley.

Ethel was a loving mother to her six daughters, and...

Dec 21, 2023

Rodney D. Luckasson, age 70, of Ferryville passed away on Thursday, December 21, 2023. He was born on January 24, 1953, in Cashton to the late Lyder and Evelyn (Olson) Luckasson. Rodney enlisted in the Coast Guard on February 28, 1972, in Niles, Illinois. During his service, Rodney was appointed as Presidential Security Detail through the U.S. Coast Guard...

Dec 18, 2023

Larry James Anderson, cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2023, in Viroqua, WI, at the age of 82. Born on September 19, 1941, in Prairie du Chien, WI, to the late James and Myrtle (Holmes) Anderson, Larry's life was one marked by hard work, dedication to family and love of the...

Dec 17, 2023

Linda Gander, age 73, of Richland Center, formerly of Soldiers Grove, passed away peacefully on December 17, 2023, with her daughters, Denise (Gary) Schmit of Soldiers Grove, WI and Danelle (Rodrick) Young of Caledonia, MN, by her side.

Linda was not only a loving mom but an amazing grandma to Sondra (Brett) Pettit of Soldiers...