Obituaries for Lancaster, Bloomington, Cassville, Platteville, and Potosi, WI

Honoring the Lives and Legacies of Loved Ones in Lancaster, Bloomington, Cassville, Platteville, and Potosi, WI

Janet E. Friederick

Janet E. Friederick

Dec 22, 2023

CASSVILLE - Janet Elizabeth Kieler Friederick of Cassville WI, died suddenly of natural causes at home on Friday, December 22, 2023. Janet was the first born of Francis and Margaretta Kieler of Kieler, WI. She had placed her faith in the Lord Jesus Christ and is now at peace at her new home in heaven.

Janet’s early home life...

Robert H. Durley

Robert H. Durley

Dec 17, 2023

Bob Durley, age 87, of Potosi, died on Sunday, December 17, 2023. He was born on February 8, 1936 at his home during a blizzard in Potosi, Wisconsin, the son of Walter and Mabel (Fritz) Durley.  Bob was the second of five children.

Bob met Mary K. Kane at a dance in Rockville and that encounter led to a marriage...

Lillian M. Allen

Lillian M. Allen

Dec 15, 2023

Lillian Marie Allen Burrows, age 61, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 15, 2023, at Divine Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Fennimore after a long illness.  She was born on June 9, 1962, in Chicago, IL, the daughter of Edward C. and Martha Marie (Pace) Allen.  Paul and Lillian were married in a small ceremony on February 12, 1982, in...

David L. Maahs

David L. Maahs

Dec 6, 2023

BAGLEY - David Leo “Dinger” Maahs of Bagley, Wisconsin passed away on Wednesday, December 6, 2023. David was born October 25, 1941, to Donald “Bud” and Marjorie “Marge” (Kelly) Maahs in Potosi, Wisconsin.

 

David graduated from Potosi High School in 1959.  In high school he met the love of his life, Darlene Hood while riding the bus to school. ...

Eugene L. Willkomm

Eugene L. Willkomm

Dec 5, 2023

CASSVILLE – Eugene L. “Gene” Willkomm, age 80, of Cassville, passed away in the loving arms of Darlene, his wife of 58 years, on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, at Grant Regional Health Center in Lancaster.  He was born on December 8, 1942, in Prairie du Chien, the son of Lawrence and Josephine (Kirschbaum) Willkomm.  Gene graduated Cassville High School in...

Delores E. Oyen-Stoker

Delores E. Oyen-Stoker

Dec 5, 2023

LANCASTER – Delores E. Oyen-Stoker, age 90, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, at Orchard Manor Nursing Home in Lancaster.  She was born on March 12, 1933, in Beetown, the daughter of Ernest and Emma (White) Lebben.  Delores graduated from Lancaster High School in 1951.  She was employed at the shoe...

Janis A. Adams

Janis A. Adams

Dec 3, 2023

DICKEYVILLE- Janis A. Adams, age 84, of Dickeyville, passed away Sunday, December 3, 2023, at Unity Point Health in Dubuque, Iowa. She was born December 16, 1938, the daughter of Clifford and Beatrice “Bea” (Kress) Bass. She graduated from Lancaster High School in 1956. On December 29, 1956, she was united in marriage to Richard A. Adams. Together they farmed...

Kasey E. Walker

Kasey E. Walker

Dec 2, 2023

FENNIMORE - Kasey Earl Walker, age 18, of Fennimore, died from injuries sustained in a one vehicle accident on Saturday, December 2, 2023. Kasey was born on June 5, 2005, in Lancaster, the son of Mike Walker and Michele (Behling) Sweeney. Kasey graduated from Fennimore High School in May of 2023. He worked for Pagel Services, and recently took on...

Robert P. Morgan

Robert P. Morgan

Dec 2, 2023

PRAIRIE DU CHIEN - Robert P. “Bob” Morgan, age 71, passed away on December 2, 2023, peacefully in his sleep. He was born on June 27, 1952; the son of Ralph and Mary Lou (Moris) Morgan. Robert graduated from West Grant High School in 1970 and enlisted in the United States Navy and was activated during the Vietnam War. He...

2023 Holiday Remembrance Program: Uniquely Them

2023 Holiday Remembrance Program: Uniquely Them

Dec 2, 2023

The holidays can be an especially difficult time for those who have experienced a loss of a loved one.  We are hosting this event to show our support for you and your family.  

Bernard "Buzz" Hartnett

Bernard "Buzz" Hartnett

Dec 1, 2023

Lancaster, WI – Bernard “Buzz” Hartnett, age 90, passed away at Orchard Manor on December 1, 2023, reunited with his wife Beverly who passed just two days prior. After 70 years of marriage, Buzz didn’t make Bev wait long. Though, who knows, maybe she still gave him a little grief for making her wait around.

 

Accentuated by passing...

Beverly J. Hartnett

Beverly J. Hartnett

Nov 29, 2023

Beverly “Bev” J. Hartnett, age 89, passed away peacefully at Orchard Manor on November 29, 2023, after spending her final days surrounded by family — including her husband for a (remarkable!) 70 years, Bernard “Buzz” Hartnett.

 

Bev was born in Liberty Township on August 2, 1934, the daughter of George & Rowena (Bitney) Davies. As a teen, she...

Catherine C. Abing

Catherine C. Abing

Nov 28, 2023

Catherine C. “Katie” Abing, age 87, of Tennyson, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at Luther Manor in Dubuque, IA.  She was born on November 16, 1936, the daughter of Nick and Loretta (Schardt) Timmerman.  On May 27, 1958, Katie was united in marriage to Irvin A. Abing at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church...

Dale L. Steinmetz

Dale L. Steinmetz

Nov 28, 2023

Dale L. Steinmetz, age 68, of Belmont, passed away on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at Southwest Health Center in Platteville.  A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Rosemary J. Wiest

Rosemary J. Wiest

Nov 26, 2023

Rosemary J. Wiest, age 94, of Cassville, passed away on Sunday, November 26, 2023, at Grant Regional Health Center in Lancaster surrounded by her loving family.  She was born on August 17, 1929, in Bloomington, the daughter of John and Mary (Crubel) Weber.  Rosemary graduated from Bloomington High School in 1947.  On August 23, 1949, she was united in marriage...

James R. Stimart

James R. Stimart

Nov 24, 2023

James Raymond “Buck Jim” Stimart, age 86, passed away at his home peacefully on Friday, November 24, 2023.  He was born on March 20, 1937, on a farm in Bloomington Township, the son of Felix “Speed” and Mary (Broihahn) Stimart.  When he was young, the family moved to Beetown where Jim attended elementary school.  It was there that Jim began...

Arlene M. Rauch

Arlene M. Rauch

Nov 13, 2023

Arlene M. Rauch, age 87, of Cassville, passed away on Monday, November 13, 2023, at Edenbrook in Platteville, surrounded by her loving family.  She was born on July 10, 1936, in Bloomington, the daughter of Edward and Ruth (Stark) Gengler.  Arlene attended Bloomington High School.  She helped on the family farm and waitressed at the SanRay.  On April 7, 1956,...

Edith M. Parkins

Edith M. Parkins

Nov 12, 2023

Edith M. Parkins, age 99, of Lancaster, died on Sunday, November 12, 2023, at Orchard Manor Nursing Home near Lancaster. She was born July 10, 1924, in rural Cassville, the daughter of Benjamin and May (Taylor) Kirschbaum. They lived in the former Okey School then moved to Cassville. Edith graduated from Cassville High School in 1942. On June 6, 1950,...

Debra A. Colyer

Debra A. Colyer

Nov 11, 2023

DUBUQUE, IOWA – Debra Ann Colyer, age 57, of Dubuque, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 11, 2023.  She was born on February 25, 1966, in Lancaster, the daughter of Almon and Irene (Jeardeau) Reynolds.  Debra was raised on the family farm between Lancaster and Fennimore.  She graduated from Fennimore High School in 1984.  Debra furthered her education at the...

Curtis A. Fetzek

Curtis A. Fetzek

Nov 11, 2023

 

POTOSI - Curtis A. Fetzek, age 73, of Potosi passed away on Saturday, November 11, 2023, after complications from a massive stroke. Curtis Allan Fetzek was born July 11, 1950, to Frank & Clara (Hetletved) Fetzek. His family lived in White Oak Township, Minnesota at the time of his birth. Curtis was baptized at English Lutheran Church of Tuttle,...