Obituaries for Lancaster, Bloomington, Cassville, Platteville, Prairie du Chien, and Potosi, WI

Honoring the Lives and Legacies of Loved Ones in Lancaster, Bloomington, Cassville, Platteville, Prairie du Chien, and Potosi, WI

Sylvina M. Hyer

Sylvina M. Hyer

Feb 16, 2009

 

Sylvina M. Hyer, age 101, of Lancaster, formerly of Bloomington, died on Monday, February 16, 2009, at the Lancaster Care Center in Lancaster. She was born on October 10, 1907, in Fall River, WI, the daughter of Lewis and (Helen Bergner) Field. After attending school, Sylvina became a rural school teacher near Fall River. On November 23, 1932, she was united in marriage to Ralph Hyer in Galena, IL. After their marriage, the couple made their home in...

Donald G. Marshall

Donald G. Marshall

Feb 14, 2009

 

 Donald G. Marshall, age 80, of Bloomington, passed away on Saturday, February 14, 2009 at Mercy Medical Center in Dubuque surrounded by his family. He was born on August 21, 1928 in Bagley Township, the son of Ralph and Mary (Myers) Marshall. Donald married Ruby Revenig on September 4, 1948 in  Dubuque, Iowa. He worked hard all his life...

James L. Hoehl

James L. Hoehl

Feb 4, 2009

 

James L. Hoehl, age 61, of Lancaster, died peacefully on Wednesday, February 4, 2009, surrounded by his loving human and feline family at his home in Lancaster. He was born on January 23, 1948, in Fergus Falls, MN, the son of Herman J. and Mildred (Taylor) Hoehl. Jim graduated from Wausau High School in 1966. Jim served in the U.S. Air Force from 1967-1971 and furthered his education...

Dickie F. Schiffman

Dickie F. Schiffman

Feb 3, 2009

 

Dick F. Schiffman, age 63, of Potosi died Tuesday, February 3, 2009 at Mercy Medical Center in Dubuque after a lengthy battle with heart disease and diabetes. He was born on June 1, 1945, the son of Harry and Virginia (Pickett) Schiffman. Dick was united in marriage to Shirley Gassen on June 25, 1966 at Davies Memorial United Church of Christ in Potosi. He was a self-employed carpenter and took great pride in his work. Dick was...

Lorna W. Hamilton

Lorna W. Hamilton

Feb 1, 2009

 

Lorna W. Hamilton, age 54, of Lancaster, died on Sunday, February 1, 2009, at her home in Lancaster. She was born on December 22, 1954, in Keshena, Shawano County, WI, the daughter of Hank and Roberta (Warrington) Webb. Lorna attended school at West Grant and was a member of the graduating class of 1973. On February 11, 1974, she was united in marriage to Bobby Hamilton in Kahoka, MO. After their marriage,...

Dennis J. Herbers

Dennis J. Herbers

Jan 31, 2009

 

Dennis J. Herbers, age 63, of Bloomington died Saturday, January 31, 2009 at the Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital in Prairie du Chien. He was born on December 4, 1945 in Lancaster, the son of John and Margaret (Esser) Herbers. Dennis was united in marriage to Betty J. Kress on September 21, 1964 in Ironwood, MI. Together they farmed in the Bloomington area. He owned We Care Feeds in Patch Grove, and was...

Sandra L. Wagner

Sandra L. Wagner

Jan 29, 2009

 

 Sandra L. Sandy Wagner, age 58, of  Lancaster died on Thursday, January 29, 2009, at St. Marys Hospital in Madison. She was born on May 9, 1950, in Antigo, WI, the daughter of John and  Lorraine (Wellner) Gray. She attended  Peace Lutheran Grade School, and graduated from Lancaster  High School in 1968. On September 28, 1968, she was united...

Donald M. Adrian

Donald M. Adrian

Jan 28, 2009

 

Donald M. Adrian, age 80, of Potosi, died on Wednesday, January 28, 2009, at Southwest Health Center in Platteville. He was born on December 7, 1928, in Adrian Hollow, the son of Matt and Bessie (Wamsley) Adrian. Donald had a twin brother, Stanley "Chub" who were both born at home. They were handed through a window to due to a house fire and later taken to their grandparent's home for safety. Donald...

Dr. Thomas B. Lundeen

Dr. Thomas B. Lundeen

Jan 26, 2009

 

 Dr. Thomas Bailey Lundeen, age 78, of Platteville died  Monday, January 26, 2009 at his home. He was born on March 31, 1930 in Mediapolis, Iowa, the second son of Carl and Mary Elizabeth (Bailey) Lundeen. Graduating from the Mediapolis Schools, he later took Bachelor of Arts, Master of Arts, and Doctor of Philosophy degrees from the  University of...

Walter Bradley

Walter Bradley

Jan 25, 2009

 

Walter Bradley, age 87, of Lancaster, died on Sunday, January 25, 2009, at Grant Regional Health Center in Lancaster. He was born on September 25, 1921, in rural Lancaster, the son of Joseph and Elizabeth (Kelly) Bradley. He enlisted in the United States Air Force serving his country in the South Pacific from 1942 until 1945. Walter was a member of the Air Apaches Bombardment Group in the 501st Bomber Squadron. On September 18,...

Virgil G. Wackershauser

Virgil G. Wackershauser

Jan 22, 2009

 

 Virgil G. Wackershauser, age 84, of Prairie du Chien, formerly of Lancaster, passed away at Gunderson Lutheran Hospital in La Crosse, on Thursday evening, January 22, 2009, after a very short battle with pneumonia and acute leukemia. Virgil was born September 12, 1924, to Henry & Lillian (Eggers) Wackershauser. Virgil grew up near Dickeyville (Big Patch/Georgetown area). He was...

Robert L. Durns

Robert L. Durns

Jan 19, 2009

  Robert L. Smokie Durns, age 61, of Glen Haven, died on Monday, January 19, 2009, at his home in Glen Haven. He was born on December 26, 1947, in Pueblo, CO, the son of John H. and Viola (McGee) Durns. He enlisted in the United States Army in July 5, 1966 and served his country during the Vietnam War with the 25th Infantry. Robert was honorably discharged on November 12, 1969. Following...

Leila M. Bailie

Leila M. Bailie

Jan 18, 2009

 

Leila M. Bailie, age 80, of Lancaster died Sunday, January 18, 2009 at the Lancaster Care Center. She was born on February 27, 1928, the daughter of Orville and Ethel (Fosbinder) Needham near Preston, WI. Leila was the fifth of eight children which included, Ida, Clarence, Harold, Elmer, Lois, Geraldine and Larry. As a child, she helped on the family farm, played softball and attended country school. Leila enjoyed going to her Grandma and Grandpa...

Curtis K. Kasper

Curtis K. Kasper

Jan 17, 2009

 

 Curtis K. Kasper, age 72, of Cassville, died on  Saturday, January 17, 2009, at his residence in Cassville. He was born on August 15, 1936, in Beetown, the son of Armien and Zella (Emler) Kasper. Curtis graduated from  Lancaster High School and enlisted in the United States Air Force. He served his country while being stationed in  California. Upon...

Bernice H. Kitelinger

Bernice H. Kitelinger

Jan 17, 2009

 

Bernice H. Kitelinger, age 85, of Lancaster, died on Saturday, January 17, 2009, at Grant  Regional Health Center, Lancaster. She was born on June 16, 1923, in Lancaster, the daughter of Albert and Hilda (Heberlein) Behling. On January 3, 1946, she was united in marriage to Hollis Kitelinger. After their marriage, the couple farmed in Mt. Ida. Hollis preceded...

Orpha M. Laufenberg

Orpha M. Laufenberg

Jan 17, 2009

 

 Orpha M. Laufenberg, age 90, of  Lancaster died Saturday, January 17, 2009 at the Lancaster  Care Center. She was born on  January 13, 1919, the daughter of John and Stella (Atkinson) Klarman in  Dubuque, Iowa. Orpha married her sweetheart, Leo Laufenberg on June 6, 1939 in Dubuque, Iowa. They lived most of their lives in the  Lancaster home that...

M. Patricia Kerr-Towne

M. Patricia Kerr-Towne

Jan 16, 2009

 

 M. Patricia Patti Kerr-Towne, age 70, of Madison, formerly of Lancaster, died on Friday, January 16, 2009, at Methodist Hospital in Rochester, MN, following a long illness. She was born on January 13, 1939, in Dubuque, Iowa, the daughter of William R. and Ivanelle P. (Key) Murray. Patti was a beloved wife, mother and grandmother. She had an Irish...

Muriel G. Uridil

Muriel G. Uridil

Jan 13, 2009

 

 Muriel G. Uridil, age 93, of Bagley, passed away  Tuesday, January 13, 2009, after a brief illness at  Lakeview Continuing Care Center in Lawton, MI. She was born on May 10, 1915, the daughter of Charles and Mae (Hoffman) Moore, on the family farm in Bagley. On June 5, 1935, Muriel was united in marriage to Louis J. Uridil...

Hilda G. Breuer

Hilda G. Breuer

Jan 11, 2009

 

Hilda G. Breuer, age 85, of Cassville, died on Sunday, January 11, 2009, at Orchard Manor Nursing Home, Lancaster. She was born on June 19, 1923, in Cassville, the daughter of Fred and Cecelia (Dresen) Mumm. Hilda attended country school. On August 25, 1942, she was united in marriage to LaVern Breuer at St. Charles Catholic Church in Cassville. After their marriage, the couple farmed in...

Carol A. Krohn

Carol A. Krohn

Jan 9, 2009

 

 Carol A. Krohn, age 61 of  Lancaster, died peacefully in her sleep on Friday January 9, 2009 at home.

She was born on July 22nd 1947 in Lancaster, the daughter of Carson and Jeanette (Turner) Roesch. Carol graduated from  Lancaster  Senior High School. Carol married Maurice Krohn on February 19th 1966, at the Davies Memorial United Church of Christ...