Donald F. Brunker
Nov 28, 2024
Ridgeway – Donald Francis Brunker, age 89, of Ridgeway, passed away at home on Thursday, November 28, 2024. Don was born in Dodgeville on July 12, 1935 to Jerome and Anastasia (Powers) Brunker. He graduated from Ridgeway High School in 1953 and served his country in Germany from 1953-1955 in the U.S. Army. He married Joan Walsh on October 15,...
Janice Kay Johnson
Nov 26, 2024
Mineral Point - Janice Kay Johnson, age 82, of Mineral Point passed away quietly on November 26, 2024, at home in her favorite spot, with her husband James at her side. She was born April 21 1942 in Heron Lake, Minn. She was the daughter of Leon and Grace Clark. In December of 1964 she married James Huston Johnson. She...
Dennis J. Reynolds
Nov 26, 2024
Dodgeville – Dennis J. Reynolds, age 59, of Dodgeville, died peacefully on Tuesday, November 26, 2024 after a short hard fought battle with cancer. Dennis was born on February 20, 1965 to Myron "Mike" and Ruth Ann Reynolds. He was born, raised and lived his entire life in Dodgeville, this was his home where he lived and died. Dennis was...
Ronald W. Gilbertson
Nov 25, 2024
Ridgeway / Dodgeville – Ronald W. Gilbertson age 88 of Dodgeville, formerly of Ridgeway, died peacefully in his sleep on Monday November 25, 2024. He was born in Dodgeville on November 14, 1936 to Reuben and Isabel (Harms) Gilbertson and was raised on the family farm near Hollandale. He graduated from Barneveld High School in 1955 and served his country...
Robert G. Birrenkott
Nov 22, 2024
Ridgeway / Madison – Robert G. Birrenkott, age 84, passed away on Friday, November 22, 2024 after a lengthy battle with cancer. Bob was born on October 24, 1940, to Verner J. and Eleanore A. (Marking) Birrenkott of Cottage Grove, Wi. Bob loved that he grew up on a Farm, was named WI FFA (Future Farmer of America) "1958 Star...
Tracie Lynn Kahl
Nov 17, 2024
Plain - Tracie Lynn LaDow-Kahl, age 38, of Plain, WI passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, November 17, 2024 at home. She was born March 15, 1986, in Dodgeville, WI to Harold "Bud" LaDow and Brenda Trace Gander. She married the love of her life Mark Kahl on October 15, 2022 at the Hyde Mill in Ridgeway. She graduated from Platteville...
Peggy J. Murphy
Nov 12, 2024
Ridgeway – Peggy (Johnson) Murphy, Our wife, mom, and grandma, went home to the Lord on November 12, 2024 after a six year battle with Dementia. Peggy was born in Stoughton, Wisconsin on September 29, 1945 to Carol Jene (Yost) Johnson and Russell Vernon Johnson. She was raised on the family farm, learning the ethic of hard work. Peggy graduated...
Gayle L. Ryan
Nov 11, 2024
Dodgeville – Gayle L. Ryan, age 70, of Dodgeville WI died Monday November 11, 2024 in the comfort of her home after a year long illness. Gayle was born in Baraboo, WI on February 17, 1954, the daughter of Richard and Margaret Kiesling, the only girl with four brothers. She was united in marriage to the love of her life,...
Susan Kay Dickinson
Nov 5, 2024
Rewey - Susan Kay Dickinson, age 71 of Rewey passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 after a long battle with cancer. She was born on June 6, 1953 in Dodgeville Wisconsin, the daughter of Bob and Anna (Butteris) Lynch. She married the love of her life Roger Dickinson in May of 2001. Sue graduated from...
Dianne C. Lease
Nov 4, 2024
Ridgeway / Verona – Dianne C. Lease, age 87, formerly of Verona and Ridgeway, died on Monday, November 4, 2024 at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison. She was born on October 20, 1937 in Madison, a daughter of Charles and Beatrice Stampfl. She graduated from Verona High School. On February 23, 1957, she married Gerald Lease. He preceded her in...
Marion L. Ladd
Nov 1, 2024
Dodgeville – Marion Lavon Ladd, age 102, of Dodgeville, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Friday, November 1, 2024 at Crestridge Assisted Living in Dodgeville. She was born in Edmund, Wisconsin to Anette (Nettie) and Clarence Rhinerson. Marion grew up as an only child, living with her parents and grandmother, Martha Johnson, whom she helped care for during...
Lynn V. Fargo
Oct 31, 2024
Barneveld – Lynn V. Fargo, age 83, of Barneveld, WI, was reunited with his wife, Kay, in Heaven on Thursday, October 31, 2024. Lynn was born on October 6, 1941, in Madison, the son of George & Verna (Lust) Fargo. He grew up on a dairy farm in Blue Mounds and graduated from Mt Horeb High School in 1959. After...
Edith M. "Edie" Jacobson
Oct 28, 2024
Ridgeway – Edith (Edie) Lewis Jacobson age 87 of Ridgeway, passed away on Monday October 28, 2024. Edie was born at St. Joseph's Hospital in Dodgeville to Gomer and Lavon (Love) Lewis. She graduated from Dodgeville High School in 1955. On December 29, 1956, she married her High School sweetheart DuWayne J Jacobson. She was a member of the St....
M. Joan Grimm
Oct 27, 2024
Mineral Point - M. Joan Grimm, beloved family member and friend, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 27, 2024. She will be remembered for her warm spirit and joyful presence. Joan was born April 20, 1925 to William and Mary (Kieffer) Lawinger in Mineral Point. On June 3, 1948, she married Joseph Lawrence Grimm. To this union, eight children were...
Jerry Ray Oiler
Oct 23, 2024
Dodgeville – Jerry Ray Oiler, age 72, of Dodgeville, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at Upland Hills Nursing & Rehab Center. He was born on December 21, 1951 to Dillard and Helen Oiler of Nelson, IL. He attended Rock Falls High School in Rock Falls, IL. He worked many different jobs during his lifetime and made friends...
Linda J. Laverty
Oct 21, 2024
Scottsdale, AZ - Linda J. Laverty of Scottsdale, Arizona, passed away on October 21, 2024. Linda was born to Harry and Geneva Stackowski in Chicago on August 7, 1943. She married David Laverty on January 11, 1969 in Crystal Lake, Illinois. They had two sons, Shawn and Jeffrey. Linda was kind, loving and generous. She was an excellent seamstress. She...
Bonnie Jean Vivian
Oct 3, 2024
Mineral Point - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Bonnie Jean Vivian (Burgess) on October 3, 2024, at the age of 71, after a long and fulfilling life. Bonnie was born on February 3, 1953 and was shortly thereafter adopted by Albert and Mary Lois (Godfrey) Burgess of Mineral Point, WI. Bonnie met the love...
Merlin "Merl" Nadler
Sep 27, 2024
Dodgeville – Merlin "Merl" Nadler, age 92, of Dodgeville, passed away on Friday, September 27, 2024 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Merl was born on January 12, 1932, a son of Walter and Clara (Stelse) Nadler of Lake Mills, WI. He attended Lake Mills High School. Merl was active in football and basketball. He lived in Lake...
Ronald R. "Griff" Griffiths
Sep 22, 2024
Mineral Point / Ft. Walton Beach, FL - Ronald R. "Griff" Griffiths, age 54 of Mineral Point, formerly of Ft. Walton Beach, FL. passed away on Sunday, September 22, 2024 at Upland Hills Health, Dodgeville after a long battle with health issues. Ronnie was born on June 12, 1970 in Dodgeville, the son of Gary and Linda (Doan) Griffiths. He...
Michael J. Bartnik
Sep 15, 2024
Mineral Point - Michael John Bartnik, Sr., age 73, of Mineral Point passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 15, 2024 at his home. He was born in Milwaukee, WI on January 23, 1951, the oldest son of Thomas and Gloria (Young) Bartnik. He completed Ranger School Training in his early 20s and forever had a passion for it. He joins...
