Obituaries

Mar 26, 2026

Dean L. Hoel, 79, passed away on March 26, 2026, in Madison, WI. Born on July 13, 1946, in Portage, Wisconsin, Dean was a cherished member of his community and a loving father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.

Dean dedicated over 40 years to working as an engineer for the railroad, a career filled with countless stories of crossings...

Feb 20, 2026

Debra "Debbie" Ann Shadel passed away peacefully early morning on February 20th, 2026 with her loved ones by her side after a long list of health issues and a courageous battle to cancer.

Debbie was born on February 19th, 1960 in Baraboo, WI. She grew up in Hillpoint, WI where many family memories were made. After her...

Feb 17, 2026

It is with great sadness that the family of James Harry Crawford, 82, of Portage, WI announces that he passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on February 17 after a battle with cancer.

Jim was born on April 17, 1943 to Delbert Patrick Crawford and Helen Harriet Crawford (Schnabel) in Portage, WI. He attended St....

Feb 2, 2026

Steven Donald Monthey, 60, passed away unexpectedly on February 2, 2026, in Portage, Wisconsin. A gentle soul with a calm demeanor, Steve was known for his unwavering love for his family. He was a devoted son, brother, and uncle — roles he embraced with sincerity and care. Those who knew him will remember his steady presence and the quiet...

Jan 29, 2026

Marcia Adell (Anklam) Hardie, 87, of Chippewa Falls and formerly of Taylor died Thursday, Jan. 29. Marcia was born Feb. 6, 1938 in Adams County, WI to Rudolph and Virginia (Blabaum) Anklam. Her mother died in childbirth when Marcia was 2 and she and her father moved to live with her grandparents Walter and Adella Blabaum in Highland, WI,...

Jan 24, 2026

Mary Judith Strang (nee Tanke), age 87, born April 20, 1938 to William Tanke and Hattie Albrecht Tanke, was called home to heaven on January 24, 2026. She is survived by her daughter Susan (Gary) Voigt, son Kevin (Kathleen) Wruck, and daughter Janell (Randy) Dorn; grandchildren Alex (Mallory) Dorn, Brooke (Jacob) Batterman, and Hannah Dorn (significant other Braxton Brown);...

Jan 10, 2026

RANDY GUCKENBERGER, 62, PASSED AWAY JANUARY 10, 2026 AT RIVERS OF PORTAGE, ASSISTED LIVING CENTER, 601 LATTON LANE, PORTAGE, WISCONSIN. AFTER A LONG ILLNESS. RANDY WAS BORN ON JUNE 16, 1963 IN SOUTH MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN TO DEWAYNE AND EILEEN GUCKENBERGER. RANDY WAS A MAN WITH A BIG HEART, MORE THAN HAPPY TO HELP ANY FRIENDS OR RELATIVES. HE ALWAYS...

Jan 3, 2026

Julia Plier passed away peacefully January 3, 2026 at Aspirus Divine Savior Hospital in Portage, Wisconsin after a long illness.

She was born in Green Bay, Wisconsin to Roy and Hope (Smith) Bersie. Julie was a kind and caring person – who was loved and respected by many.

Julie spent her childhood summers in Egg...

Dec 30, 2025

Joseph Vern Gray age 90 died on Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at the Wisconsin Dells Health Service. Joseph was born on March 10, 1935 to Joseph and Beatrice (Lafler) Gray.

Joe was a man of many hats, Literally, known by many as "Scooter Joe"

He was employed at Rayovac for many years and drove truck...

Dec 23, 2025

Cathy A Beckett, age 65, of Portage, WI passed away on Tuesday, December 23, 2025 surrounded by her family, at home.

Cathy was born on September 13, 1960, in Milwaukee, WI. She married Thomas Brent Beckett on August 27, 1991.

Cathy dedicated her career to Trienda Corp. for many years until her retirement.

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Dec 7, 2025

James "Jim" E. Garetson passed away peacefully on December 7, 2025, and was reunited with the love of his life, LeeAnna Faye, whom he has missed dearly since her passing in 2016.

Born on November 4, 1942, to Maxine and Paul Garetson, Jim grew up with strong family values that guided him throughout his life. He graduated...

Nov 29, 2025

Thomas Michael Fahey age 66 of Frankfort, Indiana, formerly of Portage, Wisconsin. Died after a short battle with cancer on Saturday November 29, 2025 at the Clinton House Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Frankfort Indiana.

Tommy is the first of four boys', born on August 21, 1959 to Thomas and Nora (Vesely) Fahey.

Graduating...

Nov 26, 2025

Jean M. Greenwood, age 91, passed away on November 26, 2025, in Portage, Wisconsin.

Jean was born in Dodgeville, Wisconsin, to Kenneth and Julia (Hand). She worked for the Wisconsin State Public Defender's Office in Madison and Baraboo for many years.

Jean enjoyed dancing, gardening, her many cats, and the years she spent living in...

Nov 17, 2025

Cynthia "Cindy" A. (Ferguson) Bublitz, of Portage, WI, became an angel too early at the age of 66 on November 17, 2025 at UW Health in Madison due to complications from surgery. She was born on April 22, 1959, in Fairbanks, Alaska, the daughter of Roy and Beverly (Grant) Ferguson. Cindy graduated from Portage High School with the Class...

Nov 13, 2025

Elmer Walter Glaeske age 89 of Portage, WI died on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at Aspirus Divine Savior Hospital in Portage, WI

Elmer was born on November 4, 1936, in Long Prairie, MN to Walter and Lydia (Wille) Glaeske

Elmer was a 1954 graduate of Oconomowoc High School, he attended Spencerian College in Milwaukee, WI...

Nov 5, 2025

Portage, Wisconsin Diane Mae Carney age 79 of Portage, WI, died on Wednesday November 5, 2025.

Diane was born on March 26, 1946, in Chicago, IL to John and Mary (Jakubowski) Madej.

Diane Married Richard Carney on December 26, 1964. They then moved to Texas and assisted in the running of an orange grove. Later...

Oct 4, 2025

Anthony "Tony" Bortz Sr. age 89 of Portage, WI died on Saturday October 4, 2025 at Hamilton Park Place in Portage, WI

Tony was born on January 11, 1936 in Pardeeville, Wisconsin to Henry and Emma (Graack) Bortz.

Tony married Kathleen Kutzke September 3, 1955. Their love was deep, and they made many wonderful memories...

Sep 16, 2025

Darrell L Kleppen "Hooker" age 78 of Blair, WI died on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at the Mulder Health Care Facility in West Salem, WI

Darrell was born on April 19, 1947 to Alvin and Gladys (Skundberg) Kleppen Married Joan Radcliffe on August 31, 1974.

Darrell was a devoted family man, truck driver, butcher and...

Sep 14, 2025

Marlene Marie (Osterman) Wielgus age 90 of Lake Delton, Wisconsin passed away September 14th at 2:14 pm.

Marlene was born in Peoria, Illinois to Helen Marshall and Homer Osterman June 20, 1935.

Marlene was preceded in death by her husband of 40 years Robert J. Wielgus.

She is survived by her children (Margo,...

Sep 13, 2025

Darlene J. Garrigan age 86 of Portage, WI died on Saturday September 13, 2025 at the Columbia Health Care facility in Wyocena, WI

Darlene was born on November 18, 1938 to Harry and Johanna (Thomson) Krejcarek. She married Gerald F. Garrigan on September 26, 1959 in Colman, WI.

Darlene was active in many clubs and...