Donald C. Thiesse, born July 24, 1931, formerly of Winona, passed away November 15, 2019, at Kingsley Shores Senior Living in Lakeville, MN. Don was a long-time member of St. Martin's Evangelical Lutheran Church where he devoted his time serving on the Endowment Fund, Ringing the Bell, Usher, and delivering church bulletins to shut-ins, along with many other jobs.  His biggest joy was spending time with his wife, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. ...

  Rita P. Ramczyk, age 91, of Winona, passed away peacefully Friday, November 15, 2019, at Brookdale Assisted Living Center. Rita, our loving aunt, is survived by her nephew: Michael J. Renswick; niece: Patricia A. Thrune; nephew: James W. Renswick (wife Lori); and niece: Mary Chris Hille (Tingley). Rita will be remembered as a strong-willed independent woman, a world traveler, golfer, who loved the outside. She will be remembered most as a devoted...

  John J. Stafford, age 73, of Winona, passed away on Monday, November 11, 2019, at the Gundersen Health System in La Crosse. Arrangements are pending, and a complete obituary will follow.

  John H. Walker, Jr., 87, of Winona, passed away peacefully at home on November 4, 2019. Johnny was born February 16, 1932, the third and youngest son of John Harvey Walker and Annie Marie (King) Walker in Hayti, Missouri. During his youth, he developed a love of the outdoors and especially a deep love of the Mississippi River that flowed past his hometown in Southeast Missouri. As a youth, he spent many hours on or near the river and many of his adventures were very much akin to...

  Mary Ann Haines, age 86, of Winona, passed away on Thursday, October 30, 2019, at the Country Terrace in Black River Falls, WI. Mary Ann was born on February 16, 1933, in Dodge, WI, to Albert and Anastasia (Gostkowski) Pellowski, and was a graduate of Arcadia High School.  She was united in marriage with Henry Haines on June 2, 1953, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Pine Creek, WI, and he preceded her in death on January 21, 2018. She was a member of the Cathedral of the...

  Richard P. “Orlo” Orlikowski, age 61, of Winona, passed away on Sunday, October 27, 2019.  He was born on May 20, 1958, in Winona, to Donald Orlikowski Sr. and Mary (Davidsavor) Duresky. Richard was employed for over 35 years with Goodson Tools and Supplies, and  enjoyed spending time with his family and friends at various get-togethers.  Everyone knew Richard for his gruff voice, but deep down he was a gentle teddy bear.  He was a huge...

  Gerald P. Panek, age 87, of Dakota, MN, passed away on Thursday, October 24, 2019, at Lake Winona Manor. He was born on December 30, 1931, in La Crosse, WI, to Gerald C. and Minnie (Larsen) Panek.  He was united in marriage with Marlee Ackerman on April 7, 1955, in Ellsworth, MN, and she preceded him in death on January 1, 2017. Gerald honorably served his country with the United States Navy, and was a member of the La Crescent American Legion. He farmed for many years in...

  Surrounded by the love of her family, Mary Alyce (Wirt) Walch of Winona and formerly of Altura, died Sunday, October 20, 2019. She arrived on the 4th day of June, 1933, on the family farm to her parents, Elmer and Maude (Beech) Wirt. The second of three children, she grew up with her brother, Russell, and sister, Rebecca Ann, who were not just her siblings but her closest friends as well. They spent their days playing together and doing chores in a home surrounded by faith and...

  Elda Mae (Eldie) Michaelis, 90, of Rollingstone, passed away Saturday,   October 19, 2019, at her home. Eldie was born May 28, 1929, to Henry and Alvina (Holst) Miller, in rural Plainview, MN.  She was baptized at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Plainview on June 16, 1929 and was confirmed there on March 29, 1942.  Her confirmation verses were Psalm 145:18-19. Elda and William Junior Michaelis were married June 10, 1949, at Immanuel Lutheran Church,...

  John T. Schoewe, age 72, of Winona, passed away on Saturday, October 19, 2019, at his home. Arrangements are pending.