Obituaries

Jean Marie Francis

Jun 7, 2025

Jean Marie (Rauscher) Francis, age 73, of Viola, WI, peacefully went to be with the Lord on June 7, 2025.

Born to Frank and Georgene (Schraudner) Rauscher on July 17, 1951, in Chicago, IL, Jean was a 1969 graduate of Saint Francis High School in Wheaton, IL, and attended the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. She married Gary “Scott” Francis in Minocqua,...

Bernadine Mae Appleman

Jun 7, 2025

Bernadine Mae Appleman, a cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on June 7, 2025, at the age of 95. Born on May 5, 1930, in Hillsboro, Wisconsin, to William and Almeda (Parker) Steinmetz, Bernadine's life was filled with love of family and simple joys.

Her journey began in the rolling hills of Hillsboro, WI, where she was raised, graduating...

Ronald “Ron” Charles Becwar

Jun 7, 2025

Ronald Charles Becwar, 74, of Gays Mills, passed away peacefully on June 7, 2025, surrounded by family in the comfort of the home he built.

Born into a bustling family of nine children and raised on a farm, Ron learned the values of hard work and perseverance balanced with fun and adventure from an early age.These values shaped the man who...

Arlene Marie Hall

Jun 7, 2025

Arlene Marie Hall passed away peacefully on June 7, 2025, at the age of 96. She was born on March 5, 1929, in Viroqua, Wisconsin, to Arnold and Isabelle (Hunder) Bakke.

Arlene's early years were spent in the close-knit community of Westby, where she was surrounded by the love of her family. In 1940, at the age of 11, her family...

Alan Leonard Larson

Jun 5, 2025

Alan Leonard Larson, 75, of rural Westby, Wisconsin, passed peacefully on June 5, 2025, following a brave fight against cancer, leaving a legacy of courage and strength. Alan, born September 8, 1949, in La Crosse, Wisconsin, was the cherished son of the late Leonard and Bernice (Yaeger) Larson and loving husband of 32 years to Kim (Martin) Larson. His journey...

Judith "Judy" Ellen Winsor

Jun 4, 2025

Judith (Ellen) Knott Winsor, age 86, went to be with her Lord and Savior, June 4, 2025. Judy was born on January 6, 1939, sharing a birthday with her mother, to Melvin and Mary Knott in Dollar Bay, Michigan, where her father was teaching at the time.

The family later returned to Wisconsin, living in several communities in the northern part...

Elaine Audrey Olson

Jun 3, 2025

Elaine Audrey Olson, age 88, of Westby and formerly of Coon Valley, passed away peacefully, with family by her side, on Tuesday, June 3, 2025. She was born on September 8, 1936, to Henry and Elnora (Dopson) Stakston in LaCrosse, WI.

She was the Valedictorian of Cashton High School’s Class of 1954. After high school, she worked at Borgen’s Café, where...

Orville Byron Haynes

Jun 2, 2025

Orville Byron Haynes, a man of faith and friendliness, passed away on June 2, 2025, at the age of 84. Born on July 1, 1940, Orville grew up in Readstown, WI, where he was active in the community and was resilient from a young age, having lost his father, Corwin Haynes, when he was just four years old.

Orville graduated from...

Donna Rae Wilder

Jun 1, 2025

Donna Rae Wilder, 71, of LaFarge, WI, passed away suddenly Sunday, June 1, 2025, at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Hillsboro, WI. She was born to Orval and Vera (Dixon) Campton on May 2, 1954. Donna was united in marriage to George Wilder in 2009.

She devoted most of her life to being a homemaker, raising her family with love and care....

Aileen Mirtell (Sime) Kegley

May 30, 2025

Aileen Mirtell Kegley, 94 of Janesville, and formerly of Readstown, WI, passed away peacefully on May 30, 2025, at Vernon Manor in Viroqua, WI. Born on February 27, 1931, to the late Clarence and Clara Sime, Aileen's life was a testament to the power of love, dedication, and hard work.

Aileen was a proud 1949 graduate of Readstown High School. On...

Ronald "Ron" Wayne Paulsrud

May 30, 2025

Ronald (Ron) Wayne Paulsrud passed away on the morning of May 30 at Gundersen Emplify Health in La Crosse,Wisconsin, due to complications from Parkinson’s Disease, which was caused by exposure to Agent Orange during his service in the Vietnam War.

Ron was born on February 24, 1948, to Jerry and Eunice (Mehlum) Paulsrud and grew up on the family farm in...

Peter Arthur Zibrowski

May 26, 2025

Peter Zibrowski, age 58, passed away peacefully at his home on May 26, 2025. He was born on July 6, 1966, in La Crosse, WI, to Harold and Phyllis (Zumach) Zibrowski. He married Suzette Jackley in 1992, and their greatest joy came with the arrival of their beloved son, Nathan.

Peter proudly served his country in the Navy for two years,...

James Russell Onshus

May 24, 2025

James Russell Onshus, 85, formerly of Westby, WI, passed away peacefully on May 24, 2025, in Zephyrhills, Florida on May 24, 2025. Born on November 25, 1939, in La Crosse, Wisconsin, to Olaf Onshus of Norway and Ivy Thoresen of Coon Valley, Wisconsin, James was a man deeply rooted in his heritage and values. He attended Oium Country School in...

Doug F. Hysel

May 24, 2025

Douglas Frank Hysel, a cherished husband, father, pop, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on May 24, 2025, at the age of 63. He was born on November 19, 1961, to Charles and Darlene (Miller) Hysel. Doug was a graduate of La Farge High School. After graduating, Doug began his career at Severson's Feed Mill in...

Timothy Keith Kelly

May 23, 2025

Timothy K. Kelly, affectionately known as Tim to his family and friends, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2025, in Soldiers Grove, Wisconsin, at the age of 66. Born on November 15, 1958, in Chicago, IL, Tim was the cherished son of the late Robert and Patricia (Dalton) Kelly. He grew up with a loving family and went on to...

Kirby Lane Hamilton

May 22, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Kirby Lane Hamilton, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and respected member of the Viola community, who departed this life on May 22, 2025, at the age of 84. Born on November 24, 1940, in Viola, to Carl and Lulu (Risen) Hamilton, Kirby lived a life marked by hard work, dedication,...

Richard "Rick" T. Ellison

May 17, 2025

Richard T. Ellison, born on August 2, 1963, in Rockford, Illinois, passed away on May 17, 2025, in La Crosse, Wisconsin. A private celebration of life will be held. 

Vosseteig Funeral Home and Crematory in Viroqua is serving Rick's family. 

123 West Decker Street

Viroqua, WI 54665

608.637.2100

Conrad A. Favor

May 11, 2025

Conrad A. Favor, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away on Sunday, May 11, 2025, at Aspirus Plover Hospital after a sudden health emergency at the age of 90. His eldest daughter and her family were at his side.

Conrad was born in the midst of the Great Depression on February 24, 1935, in Viroqua, WI, to DeVere...

Michael "Mike" Culek

May 9, 2025

Michael “Mike” J. Culek, age 78, of Viroqua, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 9th, 2025. He was born in Bensenville, Illinois on February 28th, 1947, to the late William and Corinne (Walsh) Culek. Mike graduated from Fenton High School with the class of 1965. He enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1966 and proudly served his country. He married...

Wayne H. Adams

Apr 30, 2025

Wayne H. Adams, age 80, of the Tomah area, died on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. No services are planned. Wayne will be laid to rest at the Liberty Pole Cemetery.

Vosseteig-Larson Funeral Home & Crematory is serving Wayne's family.

123 W. Decker St.

Viroqua, WI 54665

608-637-2100