Gerald E. Venne
Jul 10, 2025
Gerald E. Venne, age 89, of Winona, passed away on Thursday, July 10, 2025, at Sauer Health Care.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 11 AM on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at the Basilica of St. Stanislaus Kostka. Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery.
There will not be any visitation held prior to the Mass.
Ruth E. Grulkowski
Jul 9, 2025
Ruth Elaine (Smith) Grulkowski, age 80, of Minnesota City, passed away on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at Winona Health.
Ruth was born on April 23, 1945, in Chatfield, Minnesota, to Lyle and Violet (Raveill) Smith. She was the proud mother of Susan Feuling, Alice (Tom) Averbeck, and Curtis Jr. (Lisa) Jonsgaard, and a devoted and loving grandmother “Grams” to Latasha (James)...
David "Harry" E. Harris
Jul 8, 2025
David E. “Harry” Harris, age 66, of Pine Creek, WI, passed away peacefully with family by his side on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, following a 5-year battle with cancer.
He was born on September 10, 1958, in Austin, MN, to Robert and Dr. Donna (Meakin) Harris, and was a graduate of Winona Senior High School. Following high school, he honorably served...
Mark P. Baumann
Jul 5, 2025
In Loving Memory of Mark P. BaumannJanuary 2, 1955 – July 5, 2025We sadly announce the passing of Mark P. Baumann, a beloved husband, father, and papa, who passed away surrounded by his loved ones.
Mark enjoyed going to casinos with his wife, fishing, and most of all, spending time with his grandchildren. He was strong, loving, and always ready with...
Carol A. Maschka
Jun 30, 2025
Carol Ann Maschka (Orlikowski), age 79, of Minnesota City, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 30, 2025, at Mayo Clinic Hospital - St. Mary's Campus in Rochester, MN, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on February 13, 1946, Carol was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, cousin, sister, and friend, who lived her life with kindness, and grace. She brought joy...
Thomas C. Hodge
Jun 29, 2025
Thomas (Tom) Charles Hodge, age 78, of Winona, passed away peacefully Sunday, June 29, 2025, with his children by his side.
Tom was born January 31, 1947, in Rochester, MN, to Floyd Hodge and Clarice (Anderson) Hodge.
Upon graduating from John Marshall High School, he married Clarice Welke. This union brought two children, Jeff and Stacey. They later divorced and remained good...
Michael P. "Swanee" Swanson
Jun 25, 2025
Michael Patrick Swanson (“Swanee”) age 63, of Winona, passed away on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at his home surrounded by family, after a 5-year courageous battle with prostate cancer.
Mike was born on August 30, 1961, in Lake City, MN, to Raymond and Patricia (Abts) Swanson. He graduated from Cotter High School in Winona and then completed degrees from Winona State...
Diane M. Ebert
Jun 20, 2025
Diane M. Ebert, age 80, of Winona, passed away on Friday, June 20, 2025, at the Gundersen-Tweeten Care Center in Spring Grove, MN.
Honoring her wishes, there will not be any services held.
Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery.
Linda L. Holzer
Jun 19, 2025
Linda L. Holzer, age 75, of Winona, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2025, in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her loving family.
Linda was born on February 22, 1950, in Winona to Leo and Ann (Grzybowski) Orlikowski, and was a graduate of Cotter High School. She was united in marriage with Richard Holzer on July 20, 1972, at...
John D. Meinke
Jun 10, 2025
John D. Meinke, age 83, of Winona, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on October 15, 1941, in Winona, to Ervin and Dorothy (Volkart) Meinke, and was a graduate of Winona High School. John was united in marriage with Susan Kane on May 18, 1963, at Cedar Valley Lutheran Church.
He was...
Clinton L. Farr
Jun 8, 2025
Clinton Larry “Larry” Farr, born on November 24, 1947, in Waterloo, Iowa, passed away peacefully on June 8, 2025, in La Crosse, Wisconsin. He was 77 years old.
Larry proudly served his country in the United States Navy and was honorably discharged in 1969. His time in the service reflected his dedication and sense of duty - qualities that remained with...
Allen D. Larson
Jun 7, 2025
Allen Dale Larson, age 80, of Winona, passed away on Saturday, June 7, 2025, in the Memory Care Unit at Springbrook Village in La Crescent, MN.
Allen was born on February 27, 1945, in Waukon, IA, to Olvin, Sr. and Ella (McClintock) Larson. He graduated from Winona Senior High School in 1964. Allen joined the Marines in 1965, and served in...
Roberta Gunn
Jun 3, 2025
Roberta Gunn, age 75, of Minnesota City, MN, passed away on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at her home.
She was born on July 31, 1949, in Winona, to Bob and Mary Hollon, and was a 1967 graduate of Winona Senior High School. On September 9, 1967, Roberta was united in marriage with Tom Gunn.
Roberta is survived by her husband, Tom; son,...
Ralph J. Ianfolla, Jr.
May 30, 2025
Ralph J. Ianfolla, Jr., age 76, of Winona, MN, passed away on Friday, May 30, 2025, in Winona.
He was born on August 9, 1948, in Bronx, NY, to Ralph Sr. and Mary (Corr) Ianfolla. He graduated from Long Beach NY High School in 1966 and went on to earn his bachelor’s degree in political science and history from Winona State...
Martha J. Konesko
May 27, 2025
Martha J. Konesko, age 68, of Winona, passed away on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, at Lake Winona Manor.
She was born on August 5, 1956, in Winona, to Alvin and Dorothy (Hassinger) Malotke, and graduated from the secretarial program of the Winona Vo-Tech.
Martha was employed for many years at the Winona Knitting Mills, and later with Miller Felpax and LHI Logistics...
Sharri L. Hackbarth
May 25, 2025
Sharri (Hanson) Hackbarth passed away at 68 years of age on Sunday, May 25, 2025, after living with ovarian cancer for 9½ years. She was born in Durand, Wisconsin, on August 29, 1956, to Norman and Beverly Hanson and lived on the family farm outside Downsville, Wisconsin, before moving to Spring Valley, Minnesota, and Winona, Minnesota. Sharri graduated from Winona...
Marion E. Brandes
May 20, 2025
Marion E. Brandes, age 86, of Winona, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her family.
She was born on July 13, 1938, in Waumandee Township, Buffalo County, WI, to Wilfred and Emma (Rotering) Hundt, and was a graduate of Cotter High School. Following high school, Marion completed training as an LPN...
Raymond S. Pflughoeft
May 15, 2025
Raymond Stanley Pflughoeft loved to travel in his younger years, but his heart always belonged to the family farm in Ridgeway, MN, where he was born on June 10, 1933 to Walter and Madeline (Morcomb) Pflughoeft. He traveled to his new home in heaven on May 15, 2025, to be reunited with his childhood sweetheart and wife, Elaine (Wager). They...
Ralph R. Perry
May 12, 2025
Ralph Ronald Perry, 89, of Winona, passed away on May 12, 2025.
He was born on January 19, 1936, to Ronald and Adeline (Harkness) Perry. He was married in 1960 to Linda Batchelor and had two daughters, Beth Perry and Vicki (Mat) DePaul-Meister. He was married to Marjorie (Rose/Ramin) from 1983 until Marji’s passing on January 23, 2020. He moved to...
Lois A. Ledebuhr
May 2, 2025
Lois Ann Ledebuhr (née Hahn), age 92, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2025, at Trinity Care Center in Farmington, Minnesota.
Born on May 16, 1932, in New Hartford Township, Minnesota, Lois was the daughter of Paul Hahn and Mildred Hahn (Nesbit). She grew up surrounded by the values of family, faith, and community that would guide her throughout her life....