Yvonne D. (Baker) Gensmer
Apr 14, 2025
Yvonne D. (Baker) Gensmer, age 88, of Rollingstone, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 14, 2025, in the comfort of her home on the family farm.
She was born on October 6, 1936, in Winona, to Donald L. and Bernice M. (Kobler) Baker, and was a graduate of Winona High School. She was united in marriage with Hilbert “Hib” Gensmer on...
Thomas L. "Tom" Kramer
Apr 11, 2025
Thomas Lee (Tom) Kramer, age 73, of rural Pine Creek, WI, passed away on Friday, April 11, 2025, in the comfort of his home, surrounded by his family.
He was born on December 13, 1951, in Downy, CA, to James and Virginia (Kotlarz) Kramer, and was a graduate of Winona High School. Tom was united in marriage with Jackie Lean on...
Jason P. Will
Apr 3, 2025
Jason P. Will, age 55, of Winona, passed on to his eternal life on Thursday, April 3, 2025, following a two-year battle with cancer.
He was born on April 16, 1969, in Winona, to Richard and Jacquelyn “Jaci” (Pelofske) Will. Jason attended Winona Senior High School, graduating in 1987, and he then attended Winona State University and UW-Stout.
At the age of...
Norma L. McNally
Apr 1, 2025
Norma McNally, age 99, of Ridgeway, died April 1, 2025, at Valley View Healthcare and Rehabilitation (Houston, MN) where she had resided since a car accident November 11, 2020.
Norma Lorraine Tainter was born January 23, 1926, the second oldest of five daughters to Hilda (Stensland) and Lyle Tainter of Winona, MN. She grew up on a farm on Pleasant Ridge....
JC Pfeiffer
Apr 1, 2025
JC Pfeiffer, age 84, of Winona, passed away on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at his home, from ischemic cardiomyopathy.
He was born on February 1, 1941, in Rochester, MN, to Clayton and Daisy (Jarrett) Pfeiffer. JC attended rural schools near Oronoco and Mazeppa, graduating from the Mazeppa High School in 1958.
JC honorably served his country with the United States Navy from...
Joyce M. Glomski
Mar 31, 2025
Joyce Marie (Boltz) Glomski, age 82, of Buffalo City, WI, passed away on Monday, March 31, 2025, at the Benedictine Manor in La Crosse, after many health issues over the last several years.
She was born in Arcadia, WI, on May 1, 1942, to John and Matilda (Faber) Boltz of Waumandee, WI.
Joyce was married to Charles Buggs, with whom she had...
Kenneth W. Schreiber
Mar 25, 2025
Kenneth W. Schreiber, age 77, of Winona, passed away on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, in the comfort of his home, with family by his side.
He was born on March 26, 1947, in Winona, to John and Harriet (Plinski) Schrieber, Sr., and was a graduate of Cotter High School. Ken honorably served his country with the United States Navy from 1966...
James R. Brust
Mar 21, 2025
James R. Brust, age 86, of Winona, passed away on Friday, March 21, 2025, at Lake Winona Manor.
Jim was born on July 12, 1938, to Fred and Irene Brust. He graduated from Winona High School in 1957.
In his younger years, he worked at the Winona and State Movie Theaters, Wilkenson’s Clothing Store, Michaels Clothing Store, and Gentlemen’s Quarters. He then...
Leslie Ann Peebles
Mar 18, 2025
Leslie Ann Peebles, 63, of Lewiston, MN, passed away peacefully on March 18, 2025. Born on August 12, 1961, to Peter Grulkowski and Ann Cady, Leslie’s life was marked by love, strength and family.
Preceded in death by both of her parents, Leslie is survived by her beloved son, Joshua (Leighton) Peebles; her cherished grandchildren, Carson and Reagan Peebles; her loving...
Harold "Sonny" H. Rackow
Mar 12, 2025
We are sad to say our big fat angel moved on to be with our other family angels.
Harold was born to Howard Rackow and Rose (Modjeski) Werra on November 2, 1936. On May 26, 1956, he married Judy Schulz. During their 64 years of marriage, they had five daughters and one son.
On July 8, 2020, Judy passed away. While out...
Mary Ann Moham
Mar 10, 2025
Mary Ann Moham, age 86, of Winona, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 10, 2025 at Cottagewood Senior Communities in Rochester, MN.
Mary Ann Moham (née Schreiber) was born July 24, 1938, to Harriet Smith (née Plinski) and John Schreiber, Sr. in Winona. She grew up in Winona and graduated from Cotter High School.
In 1978 Mary met her lifetime partner, Larry...
Elizabeth "Betty" J. Perrella
Mar 8, 2025
Elizabeth "Betty" Jean (Brown) Perrella, age 98, passed away peacefully on March 8, 2025. Born on July 12, 1926, in Keewatin, Minnesota, she was the youngest of five children. Betty's childhood was filled with joyful memories, including her love for ice skating and riding her bicycle. Her early years were spent surrounded by a close-knit family that nurtured her spirited...
Joyce E. Murphy
Mar 7, 2025
Joyce Elaine (Klein) Murphy, 91, of Lewiston, MN, passed away on Friday, March 7, 2025, at her home.
Joyce was born on August 30, 1933, in Lake City, MN, to Ernest and Caroline (Anderson) Klein. She had five brothers, and in 1951, Joyce graduated from Lincoln High School in Lake City. On September 22, 1951, Joyce was united in marriage with...
James H. Ostergaard
Mar 4, 2025
James Henry Ostergaard, 79, of Winona, MN, died Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at Benedictine – St. Anne in Winona, MN, secondary to a longstanding battle with Multiple Sclerosis for which he was diagnosed in 1994.
He was born September 25, 1945, in Devils Lake, ND to James A. Ostergaard and Viola G. (Violet) Ostergaard. He married Nancy L. Ostergaard on December...
Theodore "Ted" H. Kreuzer
Feb 28, 2025
Theodore H. “Ted” Kreuzer, age 82, of Winona, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Friday, February 28, 2025.
He was born on March 25, 1942, in Winona, to Earl and Dorothy (Schima) Kreuzer, Sr., and was a graduate of Winona High School. Following high school, Ted enlisted in the military and honorably served his country with the United States Air...
Bradley J. Eklund
Feb 27, 2025
Bradley J. Eklund, age 65, of Winona, died peacefully at home surrounded by family on Thursday, February 27, 2025, after a courageous fight with cancer for 6 years.
He was born on July 31, 1959, in Rochester, MN, to Wallace and Gwen (Betcher) Eklund, and honorably served his country with the United States Army from 1977 to 1980.
Brad married his first...
Jean M. Corey
Feb 22, 2025
Jean Marie Corey, age 94, a resident of Everett, WA, since May 2000, formerly of Winona and Pickwick, passed away on February 22, 2025, in Everett.
Jean was born on November 10, 1930, in Winona, to Cora (Olson) and Charles McNally.
She was a 1946 graduate of Winona High School, and was employed for many years as a medical secretary with Winona...
Stephen M. Wojciechowski
Feb 22, 2025
Stephen Michael Wojciechowski, age 75, of Winona, passed away on Saturday, February 22, 2025.
He was born on December 28, 1949, in Winona, to Harry and Marcella (Bambenek) Wojciechowski. He spent most of his early years at Faribault State Hospital, until returning to Winona in 1993 under the care of Home and Community Options for over 30 years. His quality of...
Richard "Dick" L. Smith
Feb 19, 2025
On Wednesday, February 19, 2025, Dick Smith moved on, hopefully to greener pastures.
Dick was born on October 9, 1937, in Winona, MN. His parents were Frank and Bertha (Hupp) Smith, immigrants from Germany. In 1957, Dick married his best friend and soulmate, Ruth Maryan Votruba. They shared a very special companionship for over 67 years.
He is survived by his wife,...
Nancy A. Hemker
Feb 16, 2025
Nancy Ann Hemker, 73, of Winona, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, February 16, 2025, at her home.
Nancy was born on March 19, 1951, to Clarence and Vernette (Wenzel) Belter in Wilson, MN. She grew up as a proud "Belter girl," known for her love of drinking beer, dancing, and playing cards. Nancy graduated from Winona Senior High School in 1969....