Arlene L. Sobeck
Jun 19, 2024
Arlene Leone Sobeck, age 93, of Wilson, MN, passed away on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, at the Valley View Care Center in Houston, MN.
She was born on July 14, 1930, in Winona, to Carl and Lilly (Luckason) Peterson, and was united in marriage with Eugene Sobeck in 1951.
Arlene was employed at the First National Bank in Winona. She enjoyed bowling,...
Lois A. (Shaw) Buswell
Jun 16, 2024
Lois A. (Shaw) Buswell, age 76, of La Crosse, formerly Winona, passed away on Sunday, June 16, 2024, at the Gundersen Health System Hospital in La Crosse.
She was born on August 21, 1947, in Minnesota City, MN, and was a graduate of Winona Senior High School.
Lois was employed for many years as a waitress at the Hot Fish Shop in...
Wayne G. Schmidt
Jun 15, 2024
Wayne G. Schmidt, age 88, of Winona, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 15, 2024, in the comfort of his home surrounded by his family.
He was born on February 20, 1936, in Winona County, to George and Irene (Belter) Schmidt. Wayne graduated from Winona Senior High School in 1953 and married Joan Todd on June 2, 1962, at Trinity Ev....
Shirley A. Sandvig
Jun 15, 2024
Shirley A. Sandvig, age 88, of Wilson, MN, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 15, 2024, in the comfort of her home on the family farm, while surrounded by her loving family in person and via phone.
She was born on August 25, 1935, in Yaeger’s Valley near Cochrane, WI, to Ione Misch, and was raised by her loving grandparents, Christ...
Douglas J. Reinhard
Jun 15, 2024
Douglas J. Reinhard, age 81, of Winona, passed away on Saturday, June 15, 2024, at Sauer Health Care.
He was born on August 7, 1942, in Winona, to John and Marjorie (Fox) Reinhard. He grew up in Winona and moved to California for a few years while his dad was serving in the military.
Doug’s family returned to Winona, and he attended...
Betty L. Cieminski
Jun 12, 2024
Betty L. Cieminski, age 85, of Winona, passed away on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, at the Winona Health Hospital.
She was born on October 1, 1938, in Winona, to Elmer and Margaret (Bauer) Kiedrowski.
Betty lived in Clinton, IA, for 40 years, returning to Winona in 1996.
She will be remembered as an excellent domestic engineer who loved to bake, cook, and anything...
Ryan G. Squires
Jun 12, 2024
Ryan Gregory Squires, age 69, passed away suddenly at home on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, after battling two rounds of lung cancer.
Ryan was born on March 3, 1955, in Winona, to Budd and Catherine (Hoermann) Squires. As a child, Ryan grew up on part of the family farm with his sister and was surrounded by many aunts, uncles and cousins...
Kathy Rolbiecki
Jun 7, 2024
Kathy (Burbach) Rolbiecki passed away after a long and courageous battle with Alzhiemer’s on June 7, 2024, surrounded by her family at the age of 80. She battled this illness with amazing grace and humor.
She will be cherished in the memories of all who knew her. She had a crazy quirky sense of humor, a quick wit, and she enjoyed...
Gregory J. Lexchel
Jun 6, 2024
Gregory J. Lexchel, age 70, of Winona, passed away on Thursday, June 6, 2024, at his home.
He was born on May 4, 1954, in Chippewa Falls, WI, to Floyd and Margaret (Hrdlicka) Bischel, and throughout his life, he touched the hearts of all who had the pleasure of knowing him. Greg devoted his career to precision as a tool and...
Warren F. Wild
Jun 5, 2024
Warren F. Wild, age 66, of Winona, passed away on Wednesday, June 5, 2024, at his home.
He was born on January 25, 1958, in Winona, to Fred and Elaine (McLaughlin) Wild, and he was a graduate of Winona Senior High School and of the Winona Vo-Tech.
Warren lived for several years in Tionesta, PA, where he was active with their volunteer...
Michael A. "Mike" Miller
Jun 5, 2024
Michael A. “Mike” Miller, age 70, of Winona, passed away on Wednesday, June 5, 2024, at the Mayo Clinic Hospital – Methodist Campus in Rochester, MN.
He was born on June 28, 1953, in Winona, to Nathaniel and Mary Ann (Prondzinski) Miller. Growing up in Winona, Mike attended Cathedral Grade School, Cotter High School, and was a graduate of Winona...
Taylor A. Harris
Jun 5, 2024
Taylor Austin Harris, 51, died peacefully at Watkins Manor, Winona, MN, after a valiant battle with cancer.
Taylor was born October 29, 1972, in Winona to Keith and Mary Kathleen (Lorch) Harris of Centerville, WI.
Taylor married Christine Stow of Winona, on October 9, 1998, at Central Lutheran Church in Winona.
Taylor graduated from Gale-Ettrick-Trempealeau High School in 1990. She studied at St....
Ernest "Ernie" G. Blaskowski
Jun 1, 2024
Ernest George “Ernie” Blaskowski, age 67, of Winona, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 1, 2024, at the Mayo Clinic Hospital – Methodist Campus in Rochester, MN, after his battle with cancer.
He was born on November 11, 1956, to Ernest and Pauline Blaskowski. He attended elementary school in Nodine, MN, and high school in Lewiston, MN.
Following high school, Ernie moved...
Shirley A. Theis
May 29, 2024
Shirley Ann Theis, age 93, of Winona, passed away on Wednesday, May 29, 2024, at Benedictine – St. Anne in Winona.
She was born on August 27, 1930, in Winona, to Marcellus and Virginia (Parks) Theis. Shirley attended Winona Public Schools and graduated from Winona High School.
Shirley worked at the Watkins Company in Winona as a Purchasing Expeditor in the Purchasing...
Thomas E. Lelwica
May 27, 2024
Thomas E. Lelwica, age 78, of Winona, passed away on Monday, May 27, 2024.Honoring his wishes, there will not be any funeral services held.
Daniel J. McGill
May 24, 2024
Daniel J. McGill, age 71, of Winona, passed away on Friday, May 24, 2024, at his home.
He was born on November 19, 1952, in Winona, to John and Doris (Sinell) McGill. Dan was a graduate of Winona Senior High School, and received his Associate Degree in Applied Science at Vermilion Community College and attended Winona State University.
Dan was united in...
Margaret McCauley
May 22, 2024
Margaret Helen Lee McCauley passed away peacefully in her home with family at her side on May 22, 2024.
Margaret was born on May 10, 1928, in La Crosse, WI, to Delbert and Catherine Lee. On Jan 8, 1948, she married Maurice John McCauley. She was a loving and caring woman, beloved by her family and friends. Maragret lived a purpose-driven...
Donald E. Gensmer
May 21, 2024
Donald E. Gensmer, age 92, of Winona, formerly of Rollingstone, passed away on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at Sugar Loaf Senior Living, surrounded by his loving family.
Don was born on October 24, 1931, in Lewiston, MN, to Ervin and Selma (Hoppe) Gensmer. He was baptized by Pastor Rudolph Korn on November 8, 1931, and was confirmed at St. Martin’s Ev....
Patricia H. Brang
May 20, 2024
Patricia H. Brang, age 88, of Winona, passed away on Monday, May 20, 2024, at Winona Health.
She was born on May 11, 1936, in Winona, the only child of Edmund and Alice (Ginther) Paszkiewicz and was a graduate of Winona High School. Pat was united in marriage with Jerry Brang, and he preceded her in death in 1978.
Pat was employed...
Dr. Gerald J. Langowski
May 20, 2024
Dr. Gerald J. Langowski, age 87, of Winona, passed away on Monday, May 20, 2024, at Winona Health.
He was born on March 6, 1937, in Winona, to Sylvester and Genevieve (Ratajczyk) Langowski, and was a graduate of Cotter High School.
Jerry married Rosemary (Fredrickson) Cherry in 1959, and they divorced. He later married Ceil (Lelwica) Adank on June 16, 1984, at...