Ruth Elaine (Uischner) Pongratz, age 93, passed away February 27, 2023, at the Onalaska Care Center. Ruth was born October 23, 1929, in rural Warrens, Wis., to Oscar William and Emma Ella (Kastens) Uischner. She grew up in rural Warrens and was the valedictorian of the Tomah High School class of 1947. Ruth graduated with a teaching degree from UWL on June 3, 1951, and … [Read more...]
Marvel Angela Albert, 1925-2023
Marvel, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed to be with her Lord on February 28, 2023. Born on May 5, 1925, in Caledonia Minn., to Herman and Agnes Ratonde, she was 97 years old. Marvel graduated from Loretto High School and attended The College of St. Teresa in Winona, Minn. She taught elementary school in Owatonna Minn., for two years before returning to … [Read more...]
Ruth Arnett
Ruth Arnett died at her home on Friday, February 24, 2023. She was born on May 1, 1930, in La Crosse, Wis., to Clarence and Frieda (Kleinback) Witt. She was baptized on July 27, 1930, by Rev. L. E. Boddy, confirmed in 1939, and was received into church membership on April 18, 1943. On May 30, 1949, she graduated from Houston High School and went on to attend Westmar College … [Read more...]
LaDonna Ann Brenno
LaDonna Ann Brenno, 83, of rural Canton, died Sunday, February 26, 2023, at home, surrounded by her family. LaDonna was born November 27, 1939, in Decorah, Iowa, to Frank and Mary (Knox) Kelly. She attended the Prosper School and later, the Canton Public School. She was united in marriage to Cleon Brenno on September 2, 1955, in El Paso, Tex. In March of 1956, they moved … [Read more...]
George A. Rydberg
George A. Rydberg, age 71, of Ashland, Wis., passed away Saturday, February 25, 2023, at his residence, ,with his loving family at his side. He was born February 7, 1952, in Baudette, Minn., the son of John C. and Helen R. (O’Dell) Rydberg. George graduated from the Proctor, Minn., high school, in the class of 1970. Preston, Minn., will really always be home in George’s … [Read more...]
Robert (Bob) Allen Vitse
Robert (Bob) Allen Vitse, of Rochester, Minn., formerly of Harmony, Minn., passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 23, 2023, at The Waters on Mayowood Special Care Unit. Robert was born in Preston, Minn., on October 26, 1931, to Elmer and Verna (Torkelson) Vitse. He grew up on the home farm, attended country school, and finished his education in Wykoff, Minn. Robert … [Read more...]
Maureen S. McMahon
Maureen S. McMahon, 65, of Chatfield, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 23, at Seasons Hospice in Rochester. Maureen Suzanne Idso was born March 15, 1957, in Rochester, Minn., to Wayne and Suzanne (Nicklay) Idso. She grew up on the family golf course and graduated from Chosen Valley High School. Maureen was married August 24, 1974, at St Bridget’s Catholic Church … [Read more...]
Roger D. Schibursky
Roger D. Schibursky, age 78, of Preston, Minn., passed away at his home on Saturday, February 18, 2023. Roger Dean Schibursky was born in Hokah, Minn., on May 7, 1944. He was the son of Arthur (Art) and Ceona (Becker) Schibursky. He was their pride and joy. He was raised in Preston and during his years at Preston High School he played football. He also played hooky a few … [Read more...]
Violet Hahn
Violet Hahn passed away on February 21, 2023, at Gundersen Harmony Care Center in Harmony, Minn. She was 97 years old. Violet Beatrice was born on December 21, 1925, to Palmer and Anna (Rosheim) Gullickson of rural Lanesboro, Minn. She attended rural school and graduated from Lanesboro High School in 1943. She graduated from Winona Business College in Winona, Minn., in 1944, … [Read more...]
Odell Jerome Johnson
Odell Jerome Johnson passed away on February 19, 2023, at the age of 101. Odell was born on July 19, 1921, to John Martin and Cora (Sanden) Johnson in Hesper, Iowa. He attended Newhouse country school and graduated from Mabel High School in 1940. He was a lifelong member of Mabel First Lutheran Church. Odell enlisted in the Army Air Corp in February 1942. He received … [Read more...]