Raymond H. Lanz, age 92, of Winona, passed away on Monday, April 6, 2020, at Sauer Healthcare. He was born on June 4, 1927, in La Crosse, WI, to Herman and Marie (Papenfuss) Lanz. After graduating from high school, he honorably served his country with the United States Army.  Ray was united in marriage with Phyllis Schafer on March 1, 1949, in Austin, MN, and she preceded him in death on August 16, 2018. Ray was employed with Madison Silo, retiring in 1990, and later drove...

  Patricia C. "Pat" Sobotta, age 81, of Winona, passed away on Friday, April 3, 2020. A funeral service and celebration of Pat's life is being planned for a future date, and will be announced later. A complete obituary will follow.  

Wesley R. Evenson, age 83, of Winona, formerly of Witoka, MN, passed away on Wednesday April 1, 2020, at St. Anne Extended Healthcare in Winona. He was born September 12, 1936, in Rushford, MN, the son of Oscar and Bernice (Lukkason) Evenson, and married Deloris Horman on December 11, 1965, in Ridgeway, MN. Wesley worked many years as an auto-mechanic at Dahl’s Auto Works in Rushford until his retirement. Wesley is survived by his wife Deloris; his children: Kevin, Scott (Alida),...

  Susan D. Murphy, of Fountain City, WI, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2020, after a long and courageous battle with lung cancer.  She was 70 years young. Susan is survived by devoted husband of nearly 32 years Randy Murphy. She will be missed by step-children: Nick Murphy and Shannon Murphy both of Winona; her siblings: Richard Karnath (Debbie) of Winona; Jean Carrillo of Everett, WA; and Ruth Ann Block (William) of Apple Valley, MN. Susan was preceded in death by her...

  Florene Mae Wessin was born December 28, 1936, in Winona, Minnesota and died March 26, 2020, in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, surrounded by her three loving children. She was 83 years old. Florene moved at a young age with her family from Winona to Eyota, Minnesota. After graduating from high school, she worked for Mayo Clinic and later met her husband, Robert Wessin. They lived in Winona and soon started a family there. Florene stayed at home and enjoyed...

  Donald J. Bender, age 90, of Winona, passed away on Monday, March 23, 2020, at Winona Health. Donald was born on September 2, 1929, in Winona, to Martin and Mary (Stellpflug) Bender, and honorably served his country with the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. He was united in marriage with Marlene Pflughoeft on September 25, 1954, at St. Martin’s Ev. Lutheran Church in Winona. Donald is lovingly survived by his wife of 65 years, Marlene; children: Robert (Robin)...

  Alberta (Lilla) Kulas, age 90, passed away peacefully at Gundersen Health System just before midnight on Saturday, March 21, 2020, with her son, Chuck, at her side. Alberta “Gigi” lived at Eagle Crest South in La Crosse the past three years but lived most of her life in and around Dodge, Wisconsin. Alberta was born on November 14, 1929, to Albert and Mary (Stampka) Lilla. Alberta and her only sister, Charley, ran and played around Dodge. While attending Arcadia High...

  David C. "Spuds" Davison, 77, of Winona, Minn., died Monday, March 16, 2020, at Mayo Clinic Health System, La Crosse, Wis.  He was born January 25, 1943, in Richland Center, Wis. to Guy and Georgine (Einhorn) Davison. David graduated from Cotter High School in 1961 and then enlisted in the National Guard.  He married Mary Matzke on April 1, 1967, and she preceded him in death on January 11, 2006.  He was a welder by trade and retired from Crenlo, Inc....

  Patrick D. Millen, Sr., age 89, of Winona, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, March 8, 2020. He was born on December 8, 1930, in Malta, MT, to Reginald and Clara (Ledeke) Millen, and came to Winona to live with his grandparents when he was one year old.  Pat was united in marriage with Sophie Wager on February 18, 1950, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Winona, and they recently celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary. Pat was employed with Winona County for...

  Michael A. Rozek, age 71, of Winona, passed away on Tuesday, February 25, 2020, at his home. He was born on April 17, 1948, in Winona, to Andrew and Cecelia (Ludwig) Rozek.  Mike honorably served his country with the United States Navy from 1969-1973, and was employed for 35 years with Herff-Jones(Camera Art) in Lewiston until his retirement in 2009. Mike will be remembered for his life-long love of photography, computers, technology, his beloved cats, and how he enjoyed the...