James Jensen

James Jensen

Nov 10, 2022

James P. Jensen, age 92, of Winona, formerly of Slayton, MN, passed away on Thursday, November 10, 2022, at Winona Health.

Honoring his wishes, no funeral services are planned at this time, with burial at a later date in Slayton, MN.

A complete obituary will follow.

Bernard Rolfing

Bernard Rolfing

Nov 8, 2022

Bernard A. Rolfing, age 85, of Winona, passed away on Tuesday, November 8, 2022, at the Winona Health Hospital.

He was born on April 2, 1937, in Winona, to Bernard and Florence (Koenig) Rolfing.  Bernard was a graduate of Winona High School, and honorably served his country with the United States...

Robert "Bob" Keister

Robert "Bob" Keister

Nov 7, 2022

Robert Ray Keister, age 88, passed away peacefully on November 7, 2022, surrounded by his three children.

Robert was born in Mason City, Iowa, to Raymond and Marie Keister, on November 22, 1933.  He graduated from Mason City High School in 1951.  On September 10, 1955, he was united in marriage...

Lawrence "Larry" Brabbit, Sr.

Lawrence "Larry" Brabbit, Sr.

Nov 7, 2022

Lawrence A. “Larry” Brabbit, Sr., age 69, of Lewiston, MN, passed away on Monday, November 7, 2022, at the Mayo Clinic Hospital – Methodist Campus in Rochester, MN.

He was born on October 16, 1953, in Winona, to Lloyd and Jean (Ellis) Brabbit, Sr., and married Debra Gora.

Larry was employed with Winona...

Thomas Klinger

Thomas Klinger

Nov 3, 2022

Thomas P. Klinger, age 75, of Winona, passed away on Thursday, November 3, 2022, at the Gundersen Health System Hospital in La Crosse, surrounded by his family.

He was born on February 11, 1947, in Winona, to Earl and Dorothy (Einhorn) Klinger, and was a graduate of Winona Senior...

Ronald Mlynczak

Ronald Mlynczak

Nov 2, 2022

Ronald R. Mlynczak, age 57, of Winona, passed away on Wednesday, November 2, 2022.

He was born on December 15, 1964, in Winona, to Robert and Betty (Bronk) Mlynczak.  Ronald attended St. Stanislaus Grade School, Cotter High School for three years, and graduated from Winona Senior High School.  He honorably served...

Marvin Larsen

Marvin Larsen

Oct 30, 2022

Marvin E. Larsen, age 70, of Winona, passed away on Sunday, October 30, 2022, at the Roger Metz Manor.

Marvin Everett was born on January 27, 1952, in Winona, to Everett and Jane (Milton) Larsen. He grew up on the family farm with his sister and five brothers, and was a...

Richard "Rich" Beirne

Richard "Rich" Beirne

Oct 27, 2022

Richard A. “Rich” Beirne, age 62, of Winona/Galesville, passed away on Thursday, October 27, 2022, after fighting cancer for nearly two years.

Rich was born on June 29, 1960, in Waterloo, IA, to Rolland and Sylvia (Jostad) Beirne.  He was raised in Galesville, WI, and moved to Winona when he was...

James Zimmerman

James Zimmerman

Oct 26, 2022

James E. Zimmerman, age 92, of Winona, passed away on Wednesday, October 26, 2022, at Lake Winona Manor, surrounded by his family.

Jim was born on June 4, 1930, in Winona, to John and Gertrude (Renk) Zimmerman, and he honorably served his country with the United States Army in...

June Kohner

June Kohner

Oct 22, 2022

On October 22, 2022, in Winona, MN, our beloved mother and grandmother, June M. Kohner, passed away in her sleep, after a brief battle with pneumonia. She was 83 years old and surrounded by her daughters.

June was born March 30, 1939, along with her twin, Jean, to Gladys...

Eugene "Louie" Schultz

Eugene "Louie" Schultz

Oct 17, 2022

Eugene W. “Louie” Schultz, age 89, of Lewiston, MN, passed away peacefully, and went to his eternal home in heaven on Monday, October 17, 2022.

He was born on March 21, 1933, in Utica Township, Winona, County, to John and Florence (Prudoehl) Schultz, and was a graduate of the...

Judith Swinsen

Judith Swinsen

Oct 14, 2022

Judith A. Swinsen, age 82, of Winona, passed away on Friday, October 14, 2022, at Benedictine – St. Anne in Winona.

She was born on May 18, 1940, in Winona, to Frank and Eleanor (Kolter) Kropidlowski, and was a graduate of Winona Senior High School.  Judy married Jack Swinsen, and they...

Evelyn Kowalewski

Evelyn Kowalewski

Oct 13, 2022

Evelyn D. Kowalewski, age 96, of Winona, passed away on Thursday, October 13, 2022, at the Winona Health Hospital.

Evelyn was born on February 2, 1926, in Winona, to Joseph and Gertrude (Schmidt) Maier.  She was united in marriage with Robert C. Kowalewski, Sr., on August 26, 1950, in...

Richard Straight

Richard Straight

Oct 13, 2022

Richard L. Straight, age 74, of Winona, passed away on Thursday, October 13, 2022, at the Gundersen Health System Hospital in La Crosse, WI.

He was born on January 10, 1948, in Springfield, OH, to William and Freda (Morrow) Straight.

Richard will be remembered for his strong...

Marlin Fritz

Marlin Fritz

Oct 9, 2022

Marlin A. Fritz, 90, of Kearney, NE, passed away Sunday, October 9, 2022.

Marlin was born April 7, 1932, in Lewiston, Minnesota, the son of Otto and Dora (Haake) Fritz. He is the oldest of 7 siblings. He graduated from Winona High School in 1949. He joined the Army...

Craig Groth

Craig Groth

Oct 8, 2022

Craig J. Groth, 78, of Winona, passed away on Saturday, October 8, 2022, peacefully in his home.

He was born on May 25, 1944, in Minneapolis, MN, the son of Elmer and Lee Groth. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Karen Lee Groth (married 1972).

Upon...

David Arneson

David Arneson

Oct 8, 2022

David G. Arneson, age 74, of Winona, passed away on Saturday, October 8, 2022, at his home.

Survivors include his wife, Kayleen (Goss) Arneson of Winona.

Honoring his wishes, there will not be any funeral services held.

Robert Dornfeld

Robert Dornfeld

Oct 6, 2022

Robert W. Dornfeld, age 97, of Winona, passed away on Thursday, October 6, 2022, in Winona.

Bob was born on May 29, 1925, in Winona, to Harry and Lovisa (Welshons) Dornfeld, and married Janice (Rinn) Meier on April 4, 1988.

He honorably served his country...

Laurel Bollin

Laurel Bollin

Sep 29, 2022

Laurel Beverly Bollin, age 71, of Winona, passed away on Thursday, September 29, 2022, in the comfort of her home, following a courageous battle with cancer.

Laurel was born on April 5, 1951, in Arcadia, WI, to Edwin and Jennie (Halverson) Guenther, and grew up with her family on...

Martin "Marty" Head

Martin "Marty" Head

Sep 26, 2022

Martin L. “Marty” Head, age 66, of Winona, passed away on Monday, September 26, 2022, at the Gundersen Health System Hospital in La Crosse, WI.

He was born on June 7, 1956, in Independence, MO, to Willard and Emmalee (Wolford) Head, and married Janell M. Braun.  Marty honorably served...