Michael D. Delong
Apr 18, 2024
It is with a sad heart that we share the news that Michael Dean Delong passed away on April 18, 2024.
Mike was born on September 17, 1958, at Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi, Mississippi to Bobby and Donna (Massie) Delong. Mike graduated from Ocean Springs High School in 1976. After high school, Mike went on to earn his Associate...
Jean M. Gardner
Apr 17, 2024
Jean Marie Gardner passed away peacefully in the early morning on Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at 97 years old.
She was born on the 4th of July, 1926 to Blanchard and Elsie (Fagerness) Gardner in Minnesota City. Every year, she was excited that there were special fireworks for “her birthday”.
She attended elementary school in Minnesota City, Minnesota and graduated from the...
Steven B. Dzwonkowski, Sr.
Apr 13, 2024
“Steven Byrl Dzwonkowski, Sr., age 74, of Winona, MN, died peacefully on Saturday, April 13, 2024, with family by his side.
Steven was born in Winona, MN, on September 18, 1949, to Edward and Helen Dzwonkowski. On February 5, 1980, he was united in marriage to Cheryl Stephans; she preceded him in death on November 25, 1987.
Steven served in the United...
Donald "Nut" W. Stutzka
Apr 24, 2024
Donald W. "Nut" Stutzka, age 61, of Winona, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, in the comfort of his home surrounded by family, following a courageous battle with cancer.Visitation will be held at the Watkowski-Mulyck Funeral Home on Friday, May 3, 2024, from 11:30 AM until the funeral service at 1:30 PM. A luncheon and reception will be...
Fred "Fritz" G. Wild
Apr 21, 2024
Fred “Fritz” G. Wild, 94, of Winona, passed away on Sunday, April 21, 2024, at the Winona Health Hospital, surrounded by his family.
He was born on October 24, 1929, in Winona, to Frederick C. and Margaret V. (Lang) Wild. Fred attended Central Elementary School and graduated from Winona High School.
Fred honorably served his country with the United States Army...
Roy J. Brang
Apr 20, 2024
Roy John Brang, age 81, died at his home in Winona, MN, April 20, 2024, following a short battle with cancer.
Roy graduated from Winona High School in 1960. That summer he worked at Peerless Chain for 30 cents/hour before leaving for a better opportunity: pumping gas for 35 cents/hour. He graduated from Dunwoody Institute in Minneapolis in 1962 and began...
Geraldine E. Pahl
Apr 19, 2024
Geraldine E. (Merchlewitz) Pahl, age 88, of Winona, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 19, 2024, at Benedictine – St. Anne in Winona.
She was born on October 26, 1935, in Stockton, MN, to Florian and Linda (Oevering) Merchlewitz. Geraldine married Stanley Pahl on September 28, 1985, in Winona, and he preceded her in death on January 3, 1991.
Geraldine enjoyed many...
John J. Bach
Apr 19, 2024
John J. Bach, age 67, of Winona, passed away on Friday, April 19, 2024, at his home.
He was born on August 17, 1956, in Waukegan, IL, and honorably served in the United States Army as a military police officer.
John is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Lea Bach, whom he loved to write poems to; son, Joseph Bach;...
Sharon L. Shugart
Apr 18, 2024
Sharon L. Shugart, age 64, of Winona, passed away on Thursday, April 18, 2024, at her home.A complete obituary will follow.
Marlene C. Schwertel
Apr 16, 2024
Marlene C. Schwertel, age 75, of Trempealeau, WI, passed away on Tuesday, April 16, 2024.
She was born on April 2, 1949, in Trempealeau, WI, to Joseph and Olivia (Schmidt) Schwertel, and was a graduate of the Trempealeau High School. Marlene married Robert Moga, and they later divorced.
Marlene had a deep devotion to her Catholic faith, and was a member of...
Donna M. King
Apr 14, 2024
Donna M. King, of Minnesota City, MN, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home surrounded by her family on her 88th birthday, Sunday, April 14, 2024. Her unwavering strength and grace shone through as she fought a courageous battle with cancer.
Donna was born on April 14, 1936, in Trempealeau, WI, to Wilfred and Emma (Rotering) Hundt, and was...
Mary Rinn
Apr 11, 2024
Mary Ann Rinn went peacefully to her heavenly home on April 11, 2024, with her sister, Paulette, at her side.
Mary was born October 16, 1957, in Winona, to Richard and Alpha (Peterson) Rinn. She grew up on the family farm by Wyattville, moved to Lewiston in 1978, and she graduated from Lewiston High School in 1979. Mary moved to Winona...
Roman A. Rolbiecki
Apr 10, 2024
Roman A. Rolbiecki, age 63, of Winona, passed away on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at the Gundersen Health System Hospital in La Crosse.Honoring his wishes, funeral services are being held privately for his family.
Sharon R. Pagel
Apr 7, 2024
Sharon Ruth Pagel, age 83, passed away Sunday afternoon at Whitewater Health Services in St. Charles, MN.Sharon was born in Winona on January 6, 1941, to her parents, Faye and Stella Phillips. She married Richard Pagel in 1958; together they had three children, Steve (Andrea), Rhonda (Steve) Scharmer and Tony (Mary). They later divorced.Sharon is survived by her sisters: Donna...
Kathryn A. Wnuk Todd
Apr 3, 2024
Kathryn (Mettille) Wnuk Todd, of Winona, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2024.
Kathryn Ann “Kathy” was born on April 12, 1953, in Winona to Charles and Anita Mettille. She lived her whole life close to the Mississippi River. She loved the peacefulness of the water and her river friends were friends for life. She loved sharing recipes, baking, cooking and...
Betty A. Kanz
Apr 2, 2024
Betty A. Kanz, age 88, of Winona, went to be with our Lord Jesus on April 2, 2024.
Betty was born on March 24, 1936, to Earl and Irma Grant. She met the love of her life, her husband, Cliff Kanz. With this union they had three children: Wayne (Maryellen) Kanz, Wanda (Kevin) Kuehn, and Wendy (Tom) Bublitz.
She is also...
Janet R. Duffy
Mar 31, 2024
Janet R. Duffy, "Mrs. Duffy," 73, of Fountain City, WI, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on March 31, 2024, at Mayo Clinic Hospital, Saint Mary's Campus, Rochester, MN. Janet was born on March 28, 1951, in Rochester, MN, to Severt and Yvonne Tindal. She grew up in Winona, MN, with three siblings - Thomas, Gerald, and Mary....
George J. Richtman
Mar 27, 2024
The lights on Lock and Dam #6 dimmed a bit, and the Mississippi River flowed a little slower on Wednesday, March 27, following the unexpected death of George J. Richtman. Well known to so many locals of Trempealeau, WI, as a loving husband, father, Papa, friend, neighbor, fisherman, and storyteller, George passed away while docking his boat and retrieving his...
Mitchell N. Hale, Sr.
Mar 27, 2024
Mitchell N. Hale, Sr., age 56, of Winona, passed away on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at his home, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on September 27, 1967, in Winona, MN to Nathan Sr. and Elinor (Kahle) Hale.
Mitch was baptized and confirmed at St. Martin’s Lutheran Church, where he was an acolyte for several years. He attended...
Kimberly D. Strain
Mar 25, 2024
Kimberly Dawn Strain, 49, of Winona, died March 25, 2024, at Sauer Health Care after her four years long battle with colon cancer.
Kimberly was born in Winona and graduated from Winona Senior High. She was passionate about the people and the animals she was blessed with in her life. She had a deep love of music, especially her cassette and...