Patricia J. Swanson
Mar 11, 2024
Patricia J. Swanson, age 72, of Winona, passed away on Monday, March 11, 2024, in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her family.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Dennis; parents, James and Carolee Stenzel; brother, Randy Stenzel; and a sister, Connie Stiever.
She is survived by her daughter, Cynthia Rinn; granddaughter, Samantha Stenzel and her children, Bentley and...
Elizabeth "Betsie" J. Ward
Mar 11, 2024
Elizabeth J. “Betsie” Ward, age 66, of Winona, passed away on Monday, March 11, 2024, at Lake Winona Manor, surrounded by her family.
She was born on November 28, 1957, in Winona, to James Sr. and Mary (Porter) Ward. Betsie attended St. John’s and St. Stan’s Grade Schools in Winona and was a 1976 graduate of Cotter High School. Following high...
Pamela K. Farnholtz
Mar 9, 2024
Pamela Kay Farnholtz, 68, died peacefully on March 9, 2024, after a long battle with health issues. She got her angel wings and is reunited with her infant son.
Being born on January 2, 1956, she was Winona's New Year’s baby. She grew up with her family in Winona County on a farm between Ridgeway and Witoka. Most of her youth...
Mary Paszkiewicz
Mar 6, 2024
Mary Paszkiewicz passed away peacefully on March 6, 2024.
She was born on August 17, 1929, in Winona, Minnesota. Mary’s primary mission in life was to provide for and raise her five children. Over the years, Mary enjoyed traveling, cooking, visits to super clubs and playing cards with family and friends. Mary was an amazing card player and hosted multiple card...
Shaun D. Naser
Mar 4, 2024
Shaun D. Naser, age 44, of Winona, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, March 4, 2024.
He was born on July 31, 1979, in Warren, PA, to David and Nancy (Caylor) Naser, and was united in marriage with Jennifer Schaefer on November 3, 2007.
Shaun was previously employed with Benchmark Electronics in Winona. He will be remembered as an avid player of video...
John D. Watkowski
Mar 4, 2024
John D. Watkowski, age 61, of Winona, passed away on Monday, March 4, 2024, at the Gundersen Health System Hospital in La Crosse, WI.
He was born on January 5, 1963, in Winona, to James and Patricia (Pampuch) Watkowski, and was a graduate of Cotter High School. Following high school, John completed training at the Police Academy in Alexandria, MN, and...
Paul K. Bolduan
Feb 29, 2024
Paul K. Bolduan, age 95, of Winona, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 29, 2024, at Green Prairie Rehabilitation Center in Plainview, MN.
He was born on August 10, 1928, in Rochester MN, to Paul C. and Bertha J. (White) Bolduan and was a graduate of Rochester High School.
Paul honorably served his country with the United States Marine Corps during the...
Shirley R. Katula
Feb 27, 2024
Shirley R. Katula, age 88, of Winona, formerly of Bluff Siding, WI, passed away on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at Benedictine – St. Anne.
She was born on July 24, 1935, on the family farm in Cedar Valley, Winona County, to David and Gertrude (Lampman) Leger. On July 24, 1952, she was united in marriage with Anthony Katula, Jr., at St....
Wayne M. Nielsen
Feb 26, 2024
Wayne M. Nielsen, age 69, of Ridgeway, MN, passed away on Monday, February 26, 2024, at the Gundersen Health System Hospital in La Crosse, WI.
Honoring his wishes, there will not be any funeral services held.
Paul J. Bakke
Feb 25, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Paul James Bakke, 65, of Winona. Paul passed away on Sunday, February 25, 2024, in the comfort of his home surrounded by his family, friends, and beloved fur babies.
Paul was born on December 6, 1958, in La Crosse, WI, to Richard and Doris (Beier) Bakke. He graduated from Central...
Clarwin A. Engel
Feb 24, 2024
Clarwin A. Engel, age 95, of Winona, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 24, 2024, in the comfort of his home.
He was born on February 18, 1929, in Fountain City, WI, to Arthur and Emma (Klein) Engel. He honorably served his country with the United States Army, and was a member of the American Legion for over 50 years.
Clarwin was...
Irma W. Amundson
Feb 24, 2024
Irma W. Amundson, age 108 ½, of Winona, passed away on Saturday, February 24, 2024, at the Mayo Clinic Hospital – St. Mary’s Campus in Rochester, MN.
She was born on September 18, 1915, in Gilmanton, WI, to Walter and Pauline (Steinke) Brixen, and was a graduate of the Gilmanton High School. Irma was united in marriage with Raymond L. Amundson...
Darlene J. Michalowski
Feb 22, 2024
Darlene Joyce Michalowski, 78, of Winona, passed away on February 22, 2024.
Darlene was born June 30, 1945, to Edward H. and Linda L. (Haake) Habeck in Winona, Minnesota. She grew up on the family farm in Wilson Township with her mother, father and 8 siblings. She was a member of St. Martin’s Ev. Lutheran Church in Winona.
Darlene is survived by...
Doris A. Ambrose
Feb 19, 2024
Doris A. Ambrose, age 96, of The Villages, FL, and formerly of Winona, passed away on Monday, February 19, 2024, in Florida.
She was born on November 5, 1927, in Winona, to John and Julia (Bergaus) Stachowitz. Doris was united in marriage with George Ambrose on September 16, 1946, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Winona, and he preceded her in...
Mary Anne Zimmerman
Feb 18, 2024
Mary Anne Zimmerman, age 90, of Winona, passed away on Sunday, February 18, 2024, at Benedictine – St. Anne in Winona.
She was born on April 11, 1933, in Mc Pherson County, SD, to Carl and Anna (Kallas) Mack. Mary Anne was united in marriage with James E. Zimmerman on June 4, 1952, in Leola, SD, celebrating 70 years of marriage...
Wayne E. Hamernik
Feb 14, 2024
Wayne E. Hamernik, age 89, of Winona, passed away on Wednesday, February 14, 2024, at Benedictine – Callista Court in Winona.
He was born on March 7, 1934, in Winona, to Joseph and Anna (Drugan) Hamernik. Wayne honorably served his country with the United States Navy in Korea from 1952 – 1955. He was united in marriage with Joan M. Fischer...
James A. "JB" Bell
Feb 12, 2024
James A. “JB” Bell, age 76, a lifetime resident of Winona, passed away unexpectedly but peacefully in his sleep on Monday, February 12, 2024, at his home.
He was born on June 19, 1947, in Winona, to Clarence and Vera (Lattman) Bell, and was a 1965 graduate of Winona Senior High School. Jim honorably served his country with the United States...
Sheri Lee "Mayme" Meyer
Feb 11, 2024
Sheri Lee “Mayme” Meyer, age 62, of Wilson, MN, passed away on Sunday, February 11, 2024, in the comfort of her home.
She was born on February 10, 1962, in La Crosse, WI, to Jim and Kay (Haugstad) Lundgren, and was united in marriage with Eugene Meyer on December 29, 1984, at Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church in Wilson.
Sheri was employed for...
Sharon Kay Martin
Feb 10, 2024
Sharon K. Martin, age 82, of Winona, passed away on Saturday, February 10, 2024, at Winona Health.
She was born on February 1, 1942, the first child of Bob and Dolly Stephens. She attended Cotter High School and graduated with the class of 1960. In 1961, she married David Martin in Enid, Oklahoma, where Dave was serving in the Air Force....
David A. Holzer
Feb 10, 2024
David A. “Dave” Holzer, age 76, of Winona, passed away Saturday morning, February 10, 2024, in the comfort of his home, with loved ones by his side.
He was born on April 7, 1947, in Winona, to John and Amanda (Fix) Holzer. Dave met the love of his life, Stephanie “Tess” Stephens in 6th Grade, and they were married on July...