Obituaries
Susan M. Jenkins
May 24, 2026
Susan Marie (Evenson) Jenkins, 65, of Houston, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on May 24, 2026, at Mayo Clinic Health System in La Crosse, surrounded by her family.
Sue was born on October 8, 1960, in La Crosse, Wisconsin, to Donald and Sally Evenson. She attended Houston High School and spent most of her life in Houston, Minnesota, where she built deep...
Dorothy M. De Lacy
May 20, 2026
Dorothy Mae De Lacy joined her heavenly Savior at home with family surrounding her on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. She was born on January 25, 1940 in Norwalk, WI to David and Martha (Fuenger) Pottinger. As the oldest of five children, she carried many responsibilities on the family farm. One of her favorite stories was working in the “pickle patch”...
Joyce Elaine Witt
May 20, 2026
Joyce E. Witt, age 90, peacefully passed on into heaven, on Wednesday May 20, 2026 at St. Anne’s Extended Healthcare in Winona, MN. She was born in La Crosse, WI., on March 25, 1936 to Alvin R. and Luella C. (nee Mades) Bartsch. Joyce was raised on the family farm on South Ridge. She attended Ireland school of South Ridge...
Margaret Mary Schaub
May 19, 2026
Margaret M. Schaub (Clements), 98, of La Crosse, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at Bethany St. Joseph Nursing home. She was born on September 29, 1927, to Rudolph and Veronica (Hohlfeld) Clements. She grew up on a dairy farm in Coon Valley near St Joseph’s Ridge, where she attended school. Margaret moved to La Crosse when she...
John P. Benson
May 18, 2026
It is with great sadness that the family of John P. Benson announces that on Monday, May 18, 2026, he passed away suddenly after years of struggling with his mental health. We pray for grace and understanding as he is welcomed into his heavenly home. His suffering here on Earth is over. May he rest in eternal love and peace.
John...
James W. Anderson
May 16, 2026
James William Anderson died May 16th, 2026 in La Crosse, WI at the age of 91. He was born on April 5th, 1935, in Sioux City, IA to Norman and Elizabeth Anderson. Jim was preceded in death by his older sister, Janeen Johnson, from the Portland, OR area.
Jim grew up and attended school in Wilmette, IL. After graduating from New...
Anthony John Murphy
May 16, 2026
Anthony “Tony” John Murphy of La Crescent, MN passed away on May 16, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. Tony was born on February 26, 1945 in Paignton, England to Richard and Marcelle Murphy. Tony served as a Military Police officer in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War and received multiple commendations for his service.
Tony grew up in Randolph,...
Daniel A. Hundt
May 16, 2026
Daniel A. Hundt, age 72 of La Crosse, passed away on Saturday, May 16, 2026 at Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center. He was born May 15, 1954 in La Crosse, the son of Arthur and Cecelia Hundt.
Dan graduated from Central High School in La Crosse, class of 1972. He went on to earn a Bachelor’s degree in computer science from the...
Douglas C. Schober Sr.
May 15, 2026
Douglas C. Schober Sr. passed away peacefully on May 15, 2026, his 91st birthday. Doug was born on May 15, 1935, the oldest son of Anna Schober.
On March 2, 1957, Doug married Sally J Curtis, and together they raised 3 children.
Doug is preceded in death by his wife, Sally (9/2016). He is survived by his children, son Doug Jr and...
Teri Gaustad
May 14, 2026
It is with profound sadness and deep love that we announce the passing of Teri Gaustad, a woman whose warmth, kindness, and radiant spirit touched countless lives. Teri passed away surrounded by the love of her family, leaving behind a legacy defined by selflessness, laughter, and unwavering love for those around her.
A Celebration of Life in Brownsville, MN, in June...
Cynthia "Cindy" A. Sacia
May 12, 2026
Cynthia “Cindy” A. Sacia, 72, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Tuesday, May 12, 2026.
Cindy was born on February 5, 1954, and graduated from Aquinas High School in 1972. After graduation, she remained in La Crosse for several years. In 1986, she moved to New Canaan, CT, for a year, where she enjoyed traveling and exploring new places. She...
Robert "Bob" E. Fowler
May 11, 2026
Robert “ Bob “ Fowler, 86, of LaCrescent, MN passed away peacefully at Brookdale Memory Care on May 11th, 2026 with family at his side
Bob was born in a country home of very humble beginnings in March 1940. He entered the Air Force after high school. Shortly after his return home, he met Catherine Fowler at a local country store....
Thomas Howard Larson
May 11, 2026
Tom Larson, 81, passed away May 11th 2026 peacefully surrounded by family and friends.
Tom was born in 1945 to Howard and Genevieve Larson in La Crosse.
Tom spent his entire career working at United Auto Supply. He was a hardworking and dependable man who enjoyed the simple things in life and spending time with the people closest to him.
Tom was married...
Jeffery S. Howe
May 10, 2026
Jeffery S. Howe passed away unexpectedly at the age of 56 in Blair, Wisconsin, on Sunday, May 10, 2026, doing what he loved: working on the family farm.
Jeff was born in 1970 to Kenneth and Sandra (Hubert) in La Crosse, WI. He graduated from Onalaska High School in 1988, though he spent the majority of his school years in Holmen....
Russell "Rusty" Thomas Brandt
May 8, 2026
Russell “Rusty” Thomas Brandt passed away on May 8th, 2026 at his home with family due to complications from paralysis. He was born in Stevens Point, Wisconsin on September 16, 1969 to Thomas and Linda Brandt.
From a young age, Rusty had a deep love for hunting and fishing. He shared countless trips with friends and family, making lasting memories and...
Patricia Lee
May 7, 2026
Patricia Lee, 78, of West Salem, WI passed away on Thursday, May 7, 2026 at Mayo Clinic Health System in La Crosse. She was born on June 2, 1947 to Samuel and Mary Lee. Patricia spent her career as a factory worker.
Patricia is survived by her brother, Samuel Lee, Jr.; and close family friend, Rhonda.
Patricia was preceded in death by...
Theodora A. Lapitz
May 6, 2026
Theodora A. Lapitz (Renner), age 94, of La Crosse, passed away on Wednesday, May 6th, at Bethany Riverside Transitional Care. She was born on January 22nd, 1932, to Frank and Louise Renner in La Crosse, WI. Theo grew up in La Crosse and, in her young years, relocated to Marshalltown, IA.
Theo was her father's favorite helper at Renner’s Flower Shop...
Wayne A. Jacobson
May 2, 2026
Wayne Alan “Jake” Jacobson passed away in his home unexpectedly in Onalaska, WI, on May 2, 2026. Wayne was born on April 5, 1945, in Beloit, WI, to Elmer & Janet (Olson) Jacobson. He graduated from Stoughton High School in 1963 and received his Bachelor’s & Master’s Degrees from the University of WI-La Crosse in education. He was a social...
Carol A. McCabe
Apr 30, 2026
Carol A. McCabe, 83, of Hokah, MN passed away on Thursday, April 30, 2026 at Bay Harbor of La Crescent. She was born on February 16, 1943 in Newport, Arkansas to Joseph and Malinda (Pilger) Lorenz, the third of four children. She married James “Lumpy” McCabe on July 1, 1961 and together they had three boys, Michael, William, and Daniel....
Charles L. Chapel
Apr 29, 2026
Charles "Charlie" Chapel, lovingly known to many as "Papa," age 88, of Houston, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2026.
Charlie was born on October 27, 1937, to Kenneth and Dolly Chapel. He graduated from Houston High School in 1955 and proudly served in the Army National Guard while still in high school.
On October 22, 1960, Charles married the love...
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