Bill J. Coleman
Apr 10, 2026
Bill J. Coleman, age 60, of Minnesota City, MN, peacefully passed away on Friday, April 10, 2026, at the Emplify Health Hospital in La Crosse after a brief battle with cancer.
Born on October 5, 1965, in Fort Benning, Georgia, Bill was the son of Hollie and Erna (Knie) Coleman. He graduated from Winona Senior High School, and married Tina Kaminer...
James A. (Jim) Brennan
Apr 4, 2026
James A. (Jim) Brennan, age 77, of Winona, and formerly of Homer Valley, passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at Sauer Health Care in Winona.
Jim was born in Winona on February 27, 1949, to Arthur and Sally (Jereczek) Brennan. The family lived on the Jereczek/Brennan farm. Jim attended elementary and high school in Winona, and graduated from Winona Senior...
George F. Girod
Apr 1, 2026
It is with a heavy heart that we take leave of our brother, Uncle, and friend. George passed away at St Mary’s Hospital in Rochester, MN, on April 1, 2026. No one would have found more humor in his passing on that date than George.
George was born January 17, 1949, at Winona General Hospital to Fred and Carolyn (Buggs) Girod....
Patricia A. Althoff
Mar 30, 2026
Patricia A. Althoff, age 77, of Fountain City, Wisconsin, passed away at her home on Monday, March 30, 2026.
Born on February 13, 1949, in Winona, to Leonard and Helen (Pelowski) Drazkowski, Pat was a graduate of Cochrane-Fountain City High School. She married David B. Althoff on June 14, 1969, in Winona, sharing many cherished years together.
Pat held various roles throughout...
Roger A. Brommerich
Mar 27, 2026
Roger A. Brommerich, age 73, of Winona, passed away on Friday, March 27, 2026, at his home.
He was born on May 7, 1952, in Winona, to Elmer and Hazel (Otis) Brommerich. Roger was united in marriage with Cynthia L. Philipps on October 16, 1971, at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart in Winona, and she preceded him in death on...
Gaylord J. Servais
Mar 15, 2026
Gaylord J. Servais, age 93, of Bluff Siding, WI, passed away on Sunday, March 15, 2026, while in the care of Benedictine – St. Anne in Winona.
He was born on September 11, 1932, in Glencoe Township, Trempealeau County, WI, to Edward and Pauline (Doelle) Servais, Jr., and was a graduate of the Arcadia High School, and completed an Accounting degree...
Mary Jane (Repinski) Knitter
Mar 14, 2026
Mary Jane (Repinski) Knitter, 85, of Trempealeau, WI, passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at her home.
Honoring Mary Jane's wishes, there will not be any services held.
Edward J. Ratajczyk
Mar 13, 2026
Edward J. Ratajczyk, age 84, of Winona, known by many names including, “Mr. Coffee Pot,” “Fast Eddie,” “Babe,” “Mr. R,” and “EJR Superstar,” passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home surrounded by the love of his family with Elvis and the Bee Gees playing in the background. Since he was always the practical joker, it was fitting that...
Eugene "Jamie" M. Brudwick
Mar 11, 2026
Eugene “Jamie” M. Brudwick, age 84 of Minnesota City, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at Stewartville Care Center in Stewartville, MN.
He was born on September 30, 1941, in Austin, MN to Mervin and Victoria “Margret” (Wanous) Brudwick. Eugene married Sherry Seiver on December 28, 1963; they later divorced. On May 6, 1983, he married Laverne “Lovey” Strelow...
Sharon E. Schleich
Mar 10, 2026
Sharon E. Schleich, age 81, of Winona, MN, and a former long-time resident of Owatonna, MN, passed away on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at the Emplify Health Hospital in La Crosse, WI.
She was born on May 2, 1944, in Austin, MN, to Arnold and Eleanor (Thompson) Baldus. She was a graduate of Pacelli Catholic School and received her associate’s degree...
Randall "Randy" C. Kostner
Mar 9, 2026
Randall C. “Randy” Kostner, age 66, of Winona, peacefully passed away on Monday, March 9, 2026, at his home, and was reunited with his beloved mother in heaven.
Born on December 31, 1959, in Winona, MN, he was the son of Carlton and Bernice (Grulkowski) Kostner and was a graduate of Winona Senior High School. He was employed as a dishwasher...
Gary F. Kotlarz
Mar 8, 2026
Gary Kotlarz, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on a day filled with some of the people and moments he cherished most. He left this world at Monticello High School in Minnesota while watching his grandson Evan’s State Championship basketball game—one of his greatest joys—with his son Paul holding his hand and his granddaughter Tessa close...
Joseph R. Witt
Mar 6, 2026
Joseph R. Witt, age 60, of Lewiston, MN, passed away Friday March 6, 2026, at the Winona Health Hospital.
Joe was born November 5, 1965, in La Crosse, WI, to Donald and Margaret (Wall) Witt. He was a graduate of La Crescent High School and Winona State University.
Joe is survived by his brothers: Jeff (Caryn) Witt of La Crescent, MN; Steve Witt...
Kristine P. Meyer
Mar 4, 2026
Kristine Meyer, 63, of Lewiston, passed away on March 4, 2026, at her residence.
Born on June 8, 1962, in Duluth, Minnesota, Kristine was known affectionately to friends and family as Kris. She grew up in Two Harbors, Minnesota which she enjoyed visiting after moving to southern MN following her high school graduation. She lived a life characterized by immense warmth,...
Donald A. Borck
Mar 4, 2026
Donald Allen Borck, 91, of Lewiston, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2026, in Lewiston, MN. Born on December 18, 1934, in Hokah, Minnesota, to Alvin and Ella Borck, he was baptized in the Name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit on January 9, 1935. On Reformation Sunday, October 31, 1948, he was...
Arline A. Volkmann
Mar 1, 2026
Arline A. Volkmann, age 89, of Winona, joined the Church Triumphant on Sunday, March 1, 2026, while in the care of Benedictine – St. Anne in Winona.
She was born on October 28, 1936, on the family farm north of Lewiston, MN, to Martin and Sophia (Uecker) Burfeind. Arline graduated from Lewiston High School, and attended Concordia College in St. Paul,...
Robert P. Flom
Feb 28, 2026
Robert Patrick Flom, age 82, of Winona, peacefully entered his Heavenly home on February 28, 2026. He loved and was loved by all of his family and friends and will be dearly missed. When it was his time, Jesus took his hand and led him home.
Bob was born March 3, 1943, to Harold Orlando and Mary Louise (Perron) Flom in...
Estle Ray Reed
Feb 26, 2026
Estle Ray Reed, age 71, of Winona, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 26, 2026.
He will be laid to rest in his hometown of Jamestown, OH, at a later date.
Michael E. Womble
Feb 26, 2026
Michael E. Womble, age 78, of Winona, passed away on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at the Emplify Health Hospital in La Crosse.
Mike was born on October 18, 1947, in Wabasha, MN, to Eugene and Ruth (Cieminski) Womble, and was a graduate of Winona Senior High School. Mike honorably served his country with the United States Army from March 1967 to...
Frederick J. Buse
Feb 22, 2026
Frederick J. Buse
In Loving Memory of our Father
With a heavy heart, I announce the passing of my beloved father, Frederick J. Buse. Fred passed away on February 22, 2026, in the company of his wife and family. He was 89 years old.
Fred was born in Winona, Minnesota, on July 20, 1936. Fred cherished Winona, so it was appropriate that he...