Obituaries

Aug 9, 2025

Verle Roger Austad age 92 of Blair, WI died on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at the Mayo Health System in La Crosse, WI

Verle was born in Blair, WI to Omar and Alice (Holde) Austad. He graduated from Blair High School in 1951.

Funeral Services for Verle will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday,...

Aug 6, 2025

Cordelia A. Connor age 100 of Portage, WI died on Wednesday August 6, 2025 at the Columbia County Health Care Center in Wyocena, WI

Cordelia was born on November 2, 1924 to Robert and Jessie (Blankenship) Connor.

Cordelia is survived by her Neice Lisa (Keith) Hayes, a great niece Tina Hayes, special friends Rosemary (Dick)...

Jul 21, 2025

Stephen M. Larson age 78 of Portage, WI died on Monday July 21, 2025 at his home in Portage, WI Stephen was born on August 6, 1946 in Portage to Roger and Ruth (Budde) Larson. Private family services will be held at the Silver Lake Cemetery in Potage, WI

Jul 10, 2025

Robyn Michelle Kratz passed away peacefully at her Wisconsin home on Thursday July 10, 2025, after a long courageous battle of cancer.

Robyn was born on January 28, 1964, in Portage, WI. She attended St. John's Lutheran School through elementary and graduated in 1982 from Portage High School. From there, she attended Concordia College where she completed...

Jul 8, 2025

Ronald E. Rabus, age 84 of Portage, WI passed away July 8, 2025, at his residence in Endeavor, WI after his long battle with lung disease.

Ron was born and raised in the suburbs of Chicago.

Moved to Wisconsin in his early years and became a self-taught carpenter, where he built homes in the Adams-Friendship...

Jul 2, 2025

In Loving Memory of Rev. Arthur Anacker

It is with deep sorrow and enduring faith in the resurrection, that we announce the passing of Rev. Arthur Anacker age 95. He was called to his heavenly home on July 2nd, 2025, at his home near Portage WI.  Arthur was born in the same home to Ernest and Emma...

Jun 25, 2025

Rev. Ronald O. Nybroten, 87, of Stoughton, WI, entered the arms of his Savior on June 25, 2025, surrounded by his three sons and his sister. He was born on April 29, 1938, in Rockford, Illinois, to Oscar and Marion Nybroten, and grew up on a farm in Cadiz Springs Township near Monroe, WI.

He graduated from...

Jun 23, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Donna Jean Osterholt (née Sutfin), who left this world peacefully on June 23, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born on January 8, 1939, to Sam and Arlene Sutfin, Donna was one of five siblings: Sam (Junior), Jimmy, Darlene, and Lois. She was married to William L....

Jun 17, 2025

Lorraine (Lori) Elizabeth Phillips, 57, passed away on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 in Madison, Wisconsin after a long and difficult battle with cancer. Even in the darkest days of her battle, Lori's spirit never faltered.

Lori was born in Eau Claire, Wisconsin on February 9, 1968 to Judith (Market) and Michael Phillips. Lori was an adventurer from...

Jun 6, 2025

Robert J Finzel, born in Iowa on December 3, 1940, to Carl Sr. and Gertrude Finzel, passed away surrounded in love at William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans' Hospital in the hospice unit on Friday, June 6th, 2025.

He is finally reunited with the love of his life, Joan. Robert, Bob, Dad, Papa, Papa Big Hugs, Uncle Bob,...

Jun 5, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Jeannie Granger, a beloved wife, devoted mother, cherished grandmother, and treasured friend to all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Jeannie passed away surrounded by the love of her Husband and faithful dog Annabelle, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, strength, laughter, and unconditional love.

Jeannie...

May 29, 2025

Edna Irene Thompson age 82 of Portage, WI died on Thursday, May 29, 2025, in the Aspirus Divine Savior Hospital in Portage, WI.

Edna was born on December 7, 1942, to George and Ruth (Braun) Carpenter.

Edna Loved her life with adventure; she drove race cars and taught her son all about racing. Edna had...

May 20, 2025

Courtney Beth Genova, beloved daughter, sister, granddaughter, niece, cousin, and friend, passed away on May 20, 2025, at the age of 20. Born on January 25, 2005, in Portage, Wisconsin, Courtney brought joy, laughter, and light into the lives of all who knew her.

Courtney was a bright, adventurous spirit with a heart full of kindness and...

May 19, 2025

Rudolph R Wegert ("Rudy" and affectionately known to his siblings and close family as "Buddy"), passed away peacefully in his sleep and into the loving arms of his Savior our Lord Jesus Christ on Monday, May 19, 2025.

Rudy was born to Rudolph Wilhelm Frederick Wegert and Agnes (Kujawa) Wegert on the "ole Spence Place" Off Hwy...

May 15, 2025

Sharon Lee Stefanko age 73 died on Thursday, May 15, 2025. Sharon was born on February 12, 1952, to Warren and Viola (Bertran) Bowser.

Sharon worked for many years as a CNA in a number of nursing homes in West Bend, WI.

Sharon Married Joseph Stefanko on March 4, 2005, in Ocho Rios, Jamaica. Her...

May 10, 2025

We are saddened to announce the passing of Sherwood L. Slager, aka "Shark". He passed peacefully at home with his wife by his side after a courageous battle with cancer. They celebrate 38 years of love and commitment together.

He is survived by his loving wife, Geraldine (Geri), adopted children; daughter, Tricia (James) Wirth of Fitchburg and...

Apr 25, 2025

Betty Jane Kottka, age 86 of Deforest, WI died on April 25, 2025, at her home.

Betty was born on March 27, 1939, in Portage, WI to Richard and Frieda (Kent) Scherbert. Betty Married Edward "Butch" Kottka on January 10, 1959, in Portage, WI

Betty was an avid collector of Bears, Owls and Beanie Babies....

Apr 23, 2025

Kenneth Earl Day, age 75 of Beaver Dam/ Milwaukee Wisconsin died on April 23, 2025, at Bedrock Health Care facility in Beaver Dam, WI

Kenneth was born on April 18, 1950, to Laurence and Marian (Gaulke) Day.

There will be no services at this time.

Apr 23, 2025

Nathan J. Schutz age 52 of Portage Passed away on April 23, 2025, at his residence in Portage, WI.

Nathan had been having medical issues for the past few years that were progressively giving him poor health.

Nathan was born on November 1, 1972, in Portage, WI to Larry and Vada (Nitz) Schutz. He graduated...

Apr 12, 2025

Rural Portage, WI

Michael Patrick O'Neil age 62 of Pardeeville, WI died unexpectedly on April 12, 2025, due to injuries sustained in a car accident.

Michael was born on March 23, 1963, in Madison, Wisconsin to Patrick and Sharon (Millard) O'Neil.

Michael was employed for 25 plus years at Viking Cue in Madison....