Obituaries

Jun 26, 2023

Richard “Ricky” Franklin Herken, Jr., age 45, of La Farge, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, June 26, leaving behind a legacy of pure love and happiness. Blessed with a big heart, Ricky was a bright light to all who knew him – a constant champion of the underdog, an adventurer with stellar dance moves, and a lover of all....

Jun 23, 2023

Allen Ray Springborn, a selfless, handy, and gentle soul, passed away on June 23, 2023, in Victory, Wisconsin. He was born on December 29, 1953, to the late Herman and Esther (Warren) Spring and Allen lived a life filled with love, laughter, and a passion for the outdoors.

A proud graduate of De Soto High...

Jun 16, 2023

Mary Kathryn Walsh, 68, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Friday June 16, 2023. Mary was born on May 27, 1955, to the late John Thomas and Ramona (Larson) Walsh. She graduated from North Crawford High School in 1973. She went into the workforce and worked many jobs over the years, until health issues limited her ability to...

Jun 14, 2023

Ida “Joanne” France, age 90, of Soldiers Grove passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 14, 2023, two days before her 91st birthday, at Soldiers Grove Health Care Center, where she had been a resident since April 2017. She was born on June 16, 1932, to the late Clarence and Catherine (Olson) Everson, in the Soldiers Grove area where she...

Jun 13, 2023

Edwin (Whitey) William Giese, age 92, of rural DeSoto, passed away peacefully at home with his family at his side on Monday June 12, 2023. Edwin was born August 26, 1930, to Edward and Elinor (Sletten) Giese in the town of Ridgeville, Monroe County. He graduated from Ontario High School in 1948, worked with his father on the home...

Jun 11, 2023

Edith Emerson, age 94, of Ferryville, passed away on Sunday, June 11, 2023, at her home. She was born on August 4, 1928, to Robert and Bertha (Helgerson) Stevenson. Edith married Alvin Emerson on October 6, 1948.

Survivors include her children, Norma (Marlyn) Christianson, Connie Tessmer, Barbara Bland, Loren Emerson, and Glenn (Ellen) Emerson; 7...

Jun 11, 2023

Kathryn Florence (Weber) Hauge, age 90, of rural Viroqua passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Sunday, June 11, 2023. She was born on December 18, 1932, in the town of Franklin to Nicholas and Bernice (Zitzner) Weber.

She attended Dach Ridge School and Viroqua Area Schools, graduating in 1951. After...

Jun 10, 2023

Marilyn Margaret (Montgomery) Thompson, 83, of Prairie du Chien, formerly of Soldiers Grove, passed away on June 10th, 2023, after a short stay at the Prairie Maison Nursing Home.

Marilyn was born on October 12th, 1939, to Donald F. and Anna C. (Lechnir) Montgomery in Monona, IA. She began her work, at the age of...

Jun 9, 2023

Lorraine Yvonne (Bekkum) Bakkestuen, age 86, of rural Westby, passed away Friday, June 9, 2023 at her home of 64 years. She was born on January 16, 1937, to Otis and Edna Marie (Larson) Bekkum at the Tillie and Ida Egge farm in the Town of Christiana, Vernon County, Wisconsin. She was baptized on March 7, 1937 by Reverend...

Jun 5, 2023

Susan Arminta Ray, age 72, of Soldiers Grove, Wisconsin passed away peacefully on June 5, 2023, surrounded by her loved ones. Susan was born in Richland Center, Wisconsin on December 25, 1950, to Roy and Bertha (Hutchcroft) Ray.

She grew up in Beloit, Wisconsin and graduated from Beloit Memorial High School in 1969. In her...

Jun 4, 2023

Alma Jean Green, affectionately known as Jean, was a beacon of light and love to all who knew her. Born on April 21, 1953, Jean’s life was a testament to her unwavering optimism, boundless creativity, and loving spirit. She passed away on June 4, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of inspiration and a lasting impact on the lives of...

May 28, 2023

James Edwin Purvis, age 74, of Westby passed away on Sunday, May 28, 2023, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on August 20, 1948, to the late Scott and Helen (Stout) Purvis in Mauston, Wisconsin. Jim graduated from La Farge High School and following, attended Wisconsin Technical College for an associate degree in automotive body...

May 28, 2023

Aaron Walter Jac Volden, age 40, passed away on May 28, 2023. Born on October 4, 1982, in Port Angeles, Washington, Aaron was a spirited, interesting, and friendly individual who touched the lives of many.

Aaron was a proud graduate of Peninsula High School in Gig Harbor, Washington, where he was a member of the...

May 25, 2023

Christine "Chris" Mascow, 66, of New Lisbon, Wisconsin died suddenly on Thursday, May 25, 2023, at Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center in La Crosse, Wisconsin. Chris was born in Chicago in November of 1956 to Jim (James) and Dorothea Mascow. She was the oldest of 4 children (2 sisters and one brother) Her greatest loves were her son Bryan, grandchildren...

May 23, 2023

Miles Harley Bohland passed away peacefully at Gundersen Health System on May 23, 2023, at the age of 85. Miles was born on May 8th, 1938, in La Crosse, WI to Evelyn Mildred Long and Harley Faye Bohland. They moved to the original Bohland farm in 1943, where Miles was raised. Miles was married to Eloda (Springborn) on June...

May 23, 2023

Lawrence Ellis Hadley (Larry), age 81, of Soldiers Grove passed away on Tuesday, May 23, surrounded by his family. He was born to Merle and Leota Hadley on June 5, 1941, at home in Duck Creek, Vernon County. Larry was one of 12 children.

Larry met Lynn in Readstown and together they celebrated 63 years...

May 22, 2023

Pamela Ann Nelson, fondly known as Pam, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2023, in Westby, Wisconsin. Born on September 23, 1967, in Minnesota, she was a gentle, kind, and thoughtful soul who touched the lives of everyone she encountered.

Pam was a proud graduate of De Soto High School, where she was known for...

May 21, 2023

Richard Steven “Dick” Clark, 68, of Soldiers Grove died peacefully at Soldiers Grove Health Services on Sunday, May 21, 2023, after a brief illness.

He was born February 14, 1955, in Greenville, South Carolina to Richard Clark and Evelyn “Lavada” Gay. When Dick was a small child, his mother remarried to Jerome “Jerry” Hill, who...

May 21, 2023

Todd A. Mills, a father, grandfather, brother, and friend, peacefully passed away on May 21, 2023, at the age of 67, in his hometown of Viroqua. Todd was born on May 17, 1956, in Viroqua.

He is survived by his sister, Tina Peterson and her husband, Bob; his brother, Scott Mills; his daughters: Andrea Oppermann...

May 20, 2023

Branston Jay Haggerty, 53, of Gays Mills, died on Saturday, May 20, 2023, at his home. No services are planned. A complete obituary will be published as soon as it is available.

Vosseteig Funeral Home & Crematory is serving Branston's family.

325 Sunset Ridge Ave.

Gays Mills, WI 54631

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