Obituaries

Aug 24, 2023

Derrick Edward Heisz, 45, of Gays Mills, a beloved son, brother, and friend, passed away unexpectedly due to a work accident on August 24, 2023. Born on January 1, 1978, in Janesville, Wisconsin, to Paul and Arlene (Abraham) Heisz, Derrick was a beacon of creativity, selflessness, and spirited adventure throughout his 45 years.

Derrick was...

Aug 19, 2023

Hilda Beverly (Sidie) Matson, age 89, of Viroqua, passed away Saturday, August 19, 2023, at Vernon Memorial Hospital after dealing with multiple health issues.

Hilda was born on April 8, 1934, in the family home in Sterling Township near Viroqua, Wisconsin to Harry and Bertha (Myhre) Sidie. Hilda was named after her mother’s middle name...

Aug 13, 2023

Roger Allen Quamme, age 83, of Viroqua/Soldiers Grove, WI, and currently a resident of Lakeview Health Center in West Salem, WI, went to be with his heavenly father on Sunday, August 13, 2023. He was born in Yankeetown, WI (rural Soldiers Grove) on June 3, 1940, the son of Clarence and Ruth Quamme.

Born and...

Aug 13, 2023

On Sunday, Aug 13, 2023, at the age of 63 years old, Robin L. Woods died at home with her husband of almost 38 years, Timothy Woods. Anyone who knew Robin, knew her heart for Jesus. She shared the love of God and salvation through Jesus with everyone she encountered. She loved people and wanted everyone to know the...

Aug 8, 2023

Ardyce O. Haugen, age 94, of Shoreview, MN, formerly of Westby, passed away on Tuesday, August 8, 2023. She was born on April 20, 1929, in Vernon County to the late Oscar and Amanda (Skaug) Erlandson. Ardyce married Blaine Haugen on June 30, 1950.

She received her teaching certificate from Normal School in Viroqua and...

Aug 8, 2023

Tommy Gary Proffitt took his final breath surrounded by his children, and their spouses; his grandchildren; Salsa the Boxer; and Karen Batteen in his home on August 8th, 2023, in the early evening.

Tommy was born, in the back seat of a ’49 Olds, on the way to Poplar Bluff, Missouri, to Evelyn...

Aug 8, 2023

Leah L. (Rheinschmidt) Anderson, age 86, of Soldiers Grove, Wisconsin, went to be with her Lord and Savior on August 8th, 2023. Leah was born to Norman and Gladys (Roth) Rheinschmidt on June 5th, 1937, in Beloit, Wisconsin.

She is survived by her five children: Anna Marie (Brad) Beeman, Mark (Sue) Anderson, Rebecca Anderson, Andrew...

Aug 7, 2023

Helen Angeline (Thompson) Lee of Westby, WI passed away peacefully at the age of 98, on Monday, August 7, 2023, at Norseland Nursing Home.

Helen was born on a farm in Decorah, IA on November 25, 1924, to Olaf and Minnie (Mickelson) Thompson. Helen was the fifth child of seven. In November of 1930, the...

Aug 7, 2023

Phillip W. Ellefson Sr., age 70, of Viola, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 7, 2023, at his home. He was born on September 12, 1952, in Richland Center to Oscar and Ida (Johnson) Ellefson. Phil attended Richland Center High School until he enlisted in the U.S. Army. While in the service, Phil served as Motor Transport Operator until...

Aug 3, 2023

Alvin “A.B.” Benjamin Hall Jr., 73, of rural De Soto, passed away suddenly on Thursday, August 3, 2023, at Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center. He was born to Alvin Benjamin Hall Sr. and Emma Jean Lewis on February 23, 1950, in Chewelah, Washington. A.B. served in the U.S. Army as a clerk stationed in Büetigen, Germany. He married Marsha and...

Aug 2, 2023

Roger Leslie Tollefson, age 69, of Viroqua passed away unexpectedly on August 2, 2023, at his home surrounded by his family. Roger was born on October 8, 1953, to Leslie and Lucille (Sidie) Tollefson and was baptized and confirmed at Immanuel Lutheran Church. He grew up on a dairy farm milking cows and working in tobacco. Roger attended Davis...

Jul 31, 2023

Amy Lynn Brown, age 38, of Holmen, WI, passed away peacefully with her family by her side, on July 31, 2023, at Mayo in Rochester, MN. She went to grade school in Westby, WI, before moving to and graduating from Tomah High School. Amy was a kind, loving woman with a feisty spirit and a love for fun. Amy...

Jul 23, 2023

Clair William "Butch" Morrison, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away in rural La Farge, WI on July 23, 2023, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on December 10, 1960, in Viroqua, WI, to Clair Junior and Lila (Benson) Morrison, Butch was known for his fun-loving spirit, friendly demeanor, and creative talent, especially in his professional...

Jul 17, 2023

Judith “Judy” Elaine (Salow) Hansen, age 87, of Mt. Sterling passed away at her home on Monday, July 17, 2023, due to complications of peripheral artery disease. She was born on Sunday, July 21, 1935, in Eau Claire, WI to the late Edwin B. and Edna H. (Tilleson) Salow. Judy was baptized at Peace Lutheran Church in Menomonie and...

Jul 17, 2023

Verle Cansey Erickson, age 81, of Viroqua passed away on Monday, July 17, 2023. He was born in Sparta on October 10, 1941, to the late Cansey and Ada Erickson. Verle graduated from Cashton High School in 1959.

He had a natural aptitude for electronics and studied at DeVry Technical. In 1964, he started his...

Jul 10, 2023

Doris Elaine Volden, age 92, of Westby passed away unexpectedly on Monday, July 10, 2023. She was born on March 22, 1931, on a small 10-acre farm just one mile west of Tri State to the late Palmer and Rose Volden in Vernon County, Wisconsin where she was the youngest of 10 children. When Doris was about five years...

Jul 10, 2023

Terry J. Best, age 71, of Viroqua, passed away on Monday, July 10, 2023. Terry was born on July 9, 1952, to Gerald and Velda Best. Terry was the third of 6 children. From a very early age, his mission was to experience life to its fullest. His motto was, say yes to adventure, say yes to life, say...

Jul 9, 2023

Patricia Louise Klos, age 81, passed over into eternal life on Sunday morning, July 9, 2023, the result of a heart attack. Patricia was born on July 20, 1941, to Carl and Margaret (Gasper) Downing, the second of eight children. She graduated from Tomah High School in 1959 and attended La Crosse State University, where she met her husband...

Jul 8, 2023

Jeffrey Brian Fortney was born on March 13, 1952, to Atley Gustave and Helen Jane Fortney. He passed away on July 8, 2023, at Gundersen Medical Center due to complications of a stroke. Jeff graduated from Viroqua High School and attended UW Richland. Jeff was a farmer. He loved the place where he was born and raised - Oak...

Jun 26, 2023

Jesse "Jack" John Heisz passed away at home on June 26, 2023. Born September 16, 1924, to Edward and Mollie (Briggs) Heisz. Jesse was the third oldest of thirteen children.

He grew up in Crawford County where he worked on the family farm prior to enlisting in the United States Army. He served in the...