William J. "Bill" Chuchna
Dec 24, 2024
William J. “Bill” Chuchna, age 99, of Winona, passed away on Tuesday, December 24, 2024, at the Gundersen Health System Hospital in La Crosse, WI.
He was born on September 30, 1925, in Winona, to William and Gertrude (Kuklinski) Chuchna, Sr. At a young age, he started working at the J.R. Watkins Company in Winona, where he completed a total of...
Steven W. Beardsley
Dec 22, 2024
Steven “Steve” W. Beardsley, 64, of Galesville, WI, passed away on December 22, 2024, at Gundersen Health System Hospital in La Crosse, WI, surrounded by family.
Steve was born on March 17, 1960, to Lester H. and Clara (Malenke) Beardsley, in Winona, MN. His childhood was spent on the family farm on German Ridge near Stockton, MN. Steve graduated from Winona...
Lee Henry
Dec 22, 2024
Mr. Hadwin Lee Henry, Sr., was known to all as "Lee Henry." He passed away on Sunday, December 22, 2024, at Sauer Health Care in Winona.
He was born to Ada and Lewis Henry in White Earth, MN, on February 22, 1943.
He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Mary Lou Henry (Merchlewitz). He married the love of his life...
Elizabeth "Bette" A. Williamson
Dec 22, 2024
Elizabeth A. “Bette” Williamson, age 97, of Winona, passed away on Sunday, December 22, 2024, at Benedictine – St. Anne in Winona.
She was born on April 26, 1927, in La Crosse, WI, to Alfred and Ruth (Keenan) Sullivan, and was a 1945 graduate of Aquinas High School in La Crosse.
Bette was united in marriage with Robert “Bob” Williamson on November...
Ursula I. Kokott
Dec 19, 2024
Ursula Irene Kokott, 82, of Winona, formerly Chicago, passed away on Thursday, December 19, 2024, in Winona.
She was born Ursula Irene Isert in Ratibor, Germany/Silesia (now Czech Republic) in 1942. It was the middle of World War II. In 1945 she lost her brother to starvation. With borders changing, her family was forced to relocate. They eventually landed in West...
James F. "Jim" Jacques
Dec 18, 2024
James Francis Jacques, age 73, of Winona, passed away on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at the Gundersen Health System Hospital in La Crosse.
Jim was born on July 12, 1951 in Rumford, Maine to Francis and Marie Jacques. The family moved to Winona, MN where he and his siblings (10 brothers and sisters) grew up. He graduated from Winona Senior High...
Renay M. Martinson
Dec 17, 2024
Renay M. Martinson, age 79, of Winona, passed away on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at the Winona Health Hospital.
She was born on March 27, 1945, in Arcadia, WI, to John and Irma (Veto) Marsh, Sr. Renay was united in marriage with Ronald Dettinger, and he preceded her in death in 1971. She later married LaVerne Martinson, and he preceded her...
Dawn M. Thompson
Dec 17, 2024
Dawn Marie (Fenske) Thompson, beloved wife, mother, daughter, and sister, passed away peacefully on December 17, 2024, surrounded by those she loved.
Born to Marvin and Carol Fenske on February 13, 1959, Dawn’s adventurous spirit was evident from a young age. Rarely found at home, she was always chasing the next adventure. She loved spending time on the Mississippi River, whether...
Sherry L. Meyer
Dec 14, 2024
Sherry Lou Meyer, 71, of Winona, passed away on December 14, 2024, at Lake Winona Manor surrounded by her loving family.
She was born on December 20, 1952, to Hillard and Velva (Hess) Waadevig.
Sherry worked various jobs throughout her life with the most recent being at Morgan's Jewelers, a job she thoroughly enjoyed.
She loved her family dearly and enjoyed spending time...
Elaine M. Pflughoeft
Dec 9, 2024
Elaine Mildred Pflughoeft went home to her Savior's house in heaven on December 9, 2024. She was born July 21, 1935 in a farm house near Stockton, Minnesota, to Irvin and Mildred (Swenson) Wager. She was united in marriage to childhood sweetheart Raymond Pflughoeft on October 23, 1954 after he sold his prize pig to buy her a ring. They...
Dolores B. Reyes
Dec 9, 2024
Dolores B. Reyes, age 89, of Winona, passed away on Monday, December 9, 2024, at the Winona Health Hospital.
Honoring her wishes, a private graveside service and burial will be held at St. Mary's Cemetery in Winona.
Catherine "Katie" J. Scarborough
Dec 7, 2024
Catherine (Katie) Julia Scarborough, age 93, of Trempealeau, WI, passed away on Saturday, December 7, 2024, in Holmen, WI.
Katie was born on July 30, 1931, in Winona, MN. She was the 5th daughter of John Jacob and Helen Marie Prodzinski. Katie spent her youth on her parents’ farm just outside Trempealeau, WI. She graduated from Healy Memorial High School in...
Allyn D. Ellinghuysen
Dec 4, 2024
Allyn "Gramps" Ellinghuysen
Allyn Duane Ellinghuysen, 71, of rural Winona, MN, passed away on December 4, 2024, in a fatal car accident outside of Lewiston.
Allyn was born to Marvin and Gladys (Prigge) Ellinghuysen on June 13, 1953, in Plainview, MN.
He attended the French School in Plainview until age 10; after moving to Lewiston, he attended the country school and graduated from...
Lois M. Abraham
Dec 2, 2024
Lois Mary (Haeuser) Abraham, age 91, of Winona, passed away on Monday, December 2, 2024, at her home.
She was born on November 20, 1933, to Hilbert and Ebbie (Ziegler) Haeuser in Buffalo County, WI. The family later moved to Winona. After graduating from Winona Senior High School, she worked in the school office for a short time. On August 1,...
Carl A. Ingram
Dec 1, 2024
Carl A. Ingram, age 78, of Winona, passed away on Sunday, December 1, 2024, at the Gundersen Health System Hospital in La Crosse.
Honoring his wishes, funeral services will be held privately for his family.
Robert M. Copeland
Nov 28, 2024
Robert Michael Dominic Copeland was born May 30, 1949, and passed peacefully on November 28, 2024, in his bed in the beautiful house he built.
He is survived by his loving wife, Emily (Schmieder); daughters: Sara and Renée (PJ); grandson, Dominic (Julia), who was named after him; and great-granddaughter, Azalea Violet, whom he held with a kindred smile these past few...
Kacey Reed Golden
Nov 26, 2024
Kacey Reed Golden, kind, loving and caring, left us unexpectedly on November 26, 2024, Nelson WI. Born November 25, 1978, in Oshkosh, WI.
Kacey lived a life filled with adventure, love and laughter. Be it family, neighbor or coworker Kacey was able to strike up a conversation with anyone. From his famous one-liners to his funny expressions, Kacey had a unique...
Richard J. House
Nov 23, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Richard Joseph House. He passed away on November 23, 2024, at the age of 62, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was strong-willed and fought the fight for nearly 3 years.
He loved life and had a desire to work and play. Richard owned his own drywall taping company...
Gloria M. Van Deinse
Nov 18, 2024
Gloria Van Deinse, of Winona, died November 18, 2024, at the age of 95. Her last years were ravaged by Alzheimer’s disease which reduced her to a shadow of her former self. But now she is returned to her original glory.
Her family held a private service at Watkowski-Mulyck Funeral Home, followed by burial at St. Mary’s Cemetery.
Gloria was preceded in...
Ramona I. Pautzke
Nov 18, 2024
Ramona I. Pautzke, age 95, of Winona, passed away on Monday, November 18, 2024, at her home.
Honoring her wishes, funeral services will be held privately for her family.