Obituaries

Jul 18, 2024

Edward J. Palmer, born on January 28, 1963, in Illinois, passed away on July 18, 2024, in La Crosse, WI, he was a 1981 Schaumburg High School graduate. A dedicated father, Ed was known for his unique personality and passionate approach to life, particularly in the realm of fatherhood.

Ed is survived by his sons,...

Jul 15, 2024

Garry Francis Moran, age 65, passed away on July 15, 2024, in West Prairie, Wisconsin after a short but courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Born on September 18, 1958, in Southport, Australia, Garry was an adventurous free spirit who lived his life to the fullest.

After graduating high school in Australia, Garry completed a trade...

Jul 14, 2024

Gary Fred Moore, age 71, of De Soto, WI, found peace in the early morning of July 14, 2024. Born November 28th, 1952, to Arthur and Loraine (nee Strack) Moore in Milwaukee, WI. He graduated from Washington High School in 1970, and served in the California Ecology Corps from 1970 to 1974. He married and was blessed with a...

Jul 11, 2024

Bruce D. Packey, age 87, of Westby, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 11, 2024, at Norseland Nursing Home. He was born on August 7, 1936, in Chicago to Al and Constance (Eitland) Packey. Bruce was a very accomplished pianist and played at Carnegie Hall. He lived in Boston until moving to Westby to be closer to his cousins....

Jul 8, 2024

Ida Coral (Martin) Lowe, 99, of Viroqua, WI, passed away peacefully on July 8, 2024, at Vernon Memorial Hospital.

Ida was born on November 26, 1924, in Gays Mills, WI, to loving parents Byrd and Agnes (Nicholson) Martin. On May 19, 1945, she married Lorenzo “Scrub” Lowe in Prairie du Chien, WI. She was a...

Jul 6, 2024

Bonnie Ellen Coleman, 88, of Soldiers Grove, passed away on July 6, 2024, at Soldiers Grove Health Services, where she enjoyed a peaceful life for over ten years. Bonnie was born on March 2, 1936, to Walter and Elbie (Davenport) Salmon, at their home in Montgomeryville, near Soldiers Grove, Wisconsin.

After graduating from Soldiers Grove...

Jun 28, 2024

Bruce E. Volden, age 73, passed away June 28, 2024. He was born October 22, 1950, to Eugene and Mabel (Anderson) Volden.

Bruce was a graduate of Westby High School and went on to receive his bachelor’s from UW La Crosse in Political Science. Following college, Bruce served in the United States Navy....

Jun 26, 2024

Charles Henry Kirch, age 74, of Seneca, WI passed away peacefully June 26, 2024, after a four-year battle with prostate cancer. Charles was a jack of all trades. Charles worked in construction as a skilled laborer, heavy equipment, operator, cement finisher, mail truck delivery driver, and farmer. His most proud possession was his Harley Davidson and his beloved valley...

Jun 26, 2024

Geraldine Sue (Pine) Tunks, 79, of Westby, WI, peacefully passed away Wednesday, June 26, 2024. She was born Oct. 1, 1944, to Gerald and Ella Vey (Brandt) Pine and was raised in Wichita, Kansas with her 3 sisters. She later met her husband, Robert Tunks, while he was stationed there in the Air Force. Once Bob left the Air...

Jun 24, 2024

Edith Evangeline (Olson) Solberg, age 92, of Westby, passed away on June 24, 2024, at Norseland Nursing Home with her family by her side. She was born on August 26, 1931, in Westby to Oscar A. and Edna Olson. Edith married Kenneth B. Solberg on November 12, 1949. They farmed most of their lives on Tri-State Road, Westby, WI....

Jun 23, 2024

Larry J. Campbell, age 82, of La Farge, passed away on Sunday, June 23, 2024. He was born on March 29, 1942, to the late Harlan and Pansy (Alderman) Campbell on the Campbell family farm in the township of Webster. Larry graduated from West Lima High School in 1960, and after graduation, worked with his brother, Dave, in hauling...

Jun 23, 2024

Raymond A. Wedwick, age 84, passed away peacefully at Gundersen Health System on June 23, 2024, just one day shy of his 85th birthday. He was born on June 24, 1939, to Peter and Lois (Cox) Wedwick. He grew up on Dach Ridge and attended Viroqua High School. He married Marilyn Gardner on October 26, 1963, and...

Jun 22, 2024

Miriam Darlene Lewison, age 93, of Westby, passed away on June 22, 2024. She was born on July 28, 1930, in Sylvan, WI to Grant and Norma (Stewart) Grim. She graduated from Viola High School. Following graduation, she worked at banks in Viola and Viroqua. She married L. David Lewison on November 25, 1954. The couple farmed in Viola,...

Jun 22, 2024

Ruth Ann Clark, age 85, of Viroqua, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 22, 2024, at Bethel Oaks Memory Care. She was born on October 18, 1938, in Viroqua to Arthur and Hilda (Thompson) Ostrem. She graduated from Viroqua High School with the class of 1956. Following graduation, she attended the Vernon Normal School and then U.W. La Crosse,...

Jun 14, 2024

Elaine A. Baker, age 93, of DeSoto, passed away on Friday, June 14, 2024. She was born to the late Walter and Agnes (Swanson) Anderson on June 27, 1930, in Chicago. Raised in Chicago, Elaine graduated from Northern Illinois University, Dekalb, IL with a degree in education. While working as a kindergarten teacher for the Barrington School District, she...

Jun 13, 2024

Ole A. Yttri, age 76, went to be with his Lord on June 13, 2024. Born to Chris and Agnes Yttri of Viroqua, Wisconsin, he was a lifelong resident of Vernon County.

Ole farmed with registered Holstein cows for several years following high school. He first married Alice Ekern. They had four children and later...

Jun 12, 2024

Harper Angela Sherry, cherished daughter of Ella Swenson and Ben Sherry, graced this world briefly on June 12, 2024, in Viroqua, WI. Her journey was a fleeting whisper, yet her gentle presence was deeply felt and she will be lovingly remembered. Born and passed away in the same tender moments in Viroqua, WI, Harper Angela was a beautiful dream...

Jun 8, 2024

Darwin G. Hanson, age 74, of Westby, Wisconsin passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 8, 2024, with his wife of 45 years, Charlene, by his side, at Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center in La Crosse, Wisconsin.

Darwin was born on April 6th,1950, to Donald and Beba (Elliot) Hanson in Spring Grove, Minnesota. He graduated from St....

Jun 3, 2024

Barb Tryggestad, age 69, of Viroqua, passed away Monday, June 3, 2024. She was born on July 17, 1954, in Rockford, IL, to Rayness “Boogan” and Clementine (Buerskin) Tryggestad. Barb graduated from Viroqua High School in 1972 and then attended Beauty School. Barb was a beautician for most of her working life, and also operated a craft shop in...

Jun 2, 2024

Siv Ann Marie (Eklov) Meyer of Westby, WI passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 2, 2024, at Creamery Creek Assisted Living Facility in Viroqua, WI.

Siv’s family extends a heartfelt thank you to the staff at Creamery Creek for the compassionate care she received during her stay with them. Also, a special thanks to Laurie...