Charlene Ann Blotz
Jun 28, 2025
Mineral Point - Charlene A. Blotz (Shippy), age 81 of Mineral Point, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2025 at Sienna Crest Assisted Living. Charlene was born on December 30, 1943, in McConnell IL, to Lawrence and Lottie Shippy. She was the youngest of four children. She graduated from Lena-Winslow High School, Class of 1962, and married John "Jack" Blotz...
Alexander Dane Lawinger
Jun 28, 2025
St. Elmo, Illinois - Alexander Dane Lawinger age 24 entered into eternal life on Saturday morning June 28, 2025 as a result of a motorcycle accident. Alex was born on December 15, 2000 to Jane M. Lawinger. Alex's lifelong home was Vandalia, Illinois. Alex graduated from Vandalia high school in 2019. At age 17 Alex joined and served in the...
David F. Leonard
Jun 17, 2025
Highland – David F. Leonard, age 71, of Avoca / Highland area, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones on June 17, 2025 after a courageous battle with cancer. David was born in Dodgeville, Iowa County, on July 27, 1953, the son of Francis E. Leonard and Angeline C. Leonard (Nihles). Dave's deep connection to the outdoors...
Donald J. Murphy
Jun 15, 2025
Ridgeway – Donald J. Murphy, age 93, of Ridgeway, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 15, 2025 at CrestRidge Memory Care with his family by his side. He was born on March 19, 1932, in Dodgeville, WI, the son of Marlin and Greta (Cushman) Murphy. He married Delores E. Jacobson on August 11, 1956. Don grew up on the family...
Howard R. "Howie" Rideout
Jun 8, 2025
Dodgeville – Howard R. "Howie" Rideout, age 91, passed away on Sunday, June 8, 2025 peacefully with family by his side. He was born on May 26, 1934 to Ralph and Verda Rideout. He attended school at Pleasant View School, Plum Grove School and Rock Bridge Country Schools. He graduated from Dodgeville High School in 1952. Howard was united in...
Terry L. Forseth
May 30, 2025
Mazomanie / Dodgeville – Terry Leigh Forseth, age 62, of Mazomanie passed away unexpectedly at home on Friday, May 30, 2025 surrounded by his family. He was born on September 25, 1962 in Dodgeville to Ronda (Leigh) Forseth. He was later adopted by James "Porky" Forseth. After High School, Terry worked at Lands' End then in 1987 he went to...
Ronald James Mcdonald
May 28, 2025
Gratiot, WI - Ronald James McDonald, age 92 of Gratiot, WI passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at Vista West Care Facility in Madison, WI. He was born on November 26, 1932 to John and Hazel McDonald of Gratiot. He married Sonja Jean Gille on December 9, 1957 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Gratiot. Ron first met...
Judith Mae Buss
May 25, 2025
Belmont - Judy Buss, born May 25, 1939 in the village of Belmont to Gilbert and Anna (Schult) Ludlum. She died May 25, 2025 in Platteville hospital, surrounded by family on her 86th birthday. She was married to Donald Buss on August 23,1958 in St. Philomena Catholic Church, Belmont (first wedding held in the new church). Together they farmed in...
David Rhey Drake
May 24, 2025
Mineral Point - David Rhey Drake, age 74, of Mineral Point, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, May 24, 2025. Born on February 27, 1951, David was the son of Melvin Guy Drake Jr. and Madonna Jean Lacombe. After the passing of his mother, he was lovingly raised by Hope Adams. He is preceded in death by his beloved...
Jerome W. Hefty Sr.
May 7, 2025
Burlington – Jerome W. Hefty, Sr., of Burlington, WI joined his family in heaven on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. He was born on June 17, 1943, the 13th of 14 children to Peter and Sophia (Mikula) Hefty. He attended Burlington schools and joined the U.S. Air Force during the Viet Nam conflict and was stationed in Japan as an aircraft...
Francis J. Smith
May 3, 2025
Mineral Point - Francis John "Smitty" Smith, 84 of Mineral Point passed away Saturday, May 3, 2025, at home surrounded by his family, due to congestive heart failure and complications following surgery. Francis was born on August 30, 1940, to Cecelia Basting, Smith, Peasly, Edmonds and Leo Smith. Francis attended school in Lead Mine and Mineral Point. He graduated from...
Hubert F. "Huey" Byrne
May 2, 2025
Mineral Point - With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Hubert Francis Byrne. "Huey," departed this world just three days shy of his 81st birthday. Huey was born on May 5, 1944, raised in the small town of Mineral Point, Wisconsin. There, he developed a deep appreciation for the beauty of his surroundings and remained to serve his community....
Betty Lou Baker
Apr 30, 2025
Linden - Betty Lou Baker, age 92, of Linden passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. She was born on April 7, 1933 the daughter of Carson & Melvina (Levake) Gard. Betty married Clifford Bartle and later married Harley Baker. Betty Lou was a devoted mother. She enjoyed camping, traveling to Texas and crocheting. She also babysat many children...
Carol Marie Philipps
Apr 20, 2025
Dodgeville – Carol Marie Philipps, age 92, of Dodgeville, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, April 20, 2025, at Crestridge Assisted Living in Dodgeville. Carol was born to Albert and Alice Skogen on January 12, 1933. She and James Philipps were married on April 18, 1953 and resided in Dodgeville, WI. Carol enjoyed crocheting, sewing, painting,...
Eileen Marie Mercedes (Goldthorpe) Drake
Apr 20, 2025
Mineral Point - Eileen (Goldthorpe) Drake, age 76, of Mineral Point, passed away peacefully on April 20, 2025, in the home of her daughter in Blanchardville. Born on December 10, 1948, in Beloit, Wisconsin, Eileen was the daughter of Robert and Claire Goldthorpe. She was preceded in death by her parents; her infant sister Dorothy; her sisters Marsha and Terri;...
Daniel W. Sullivan
Apr 3, 2025
Dodgeville – Daniel William Sullivan, age 83 of Dodgeville, died surrounded by loved ones, on Thursday, April 3, 2025 after a courageous battle with Alzheimer's disease. Dan was born to John and Rita Sullivan in Waterloo, Iowa in 1942. He married the love of his life, Terry Syverson, and together they raised 2 children: Lisa and Darrin. For 35 years,...
Katherine M. "Kate" Martin
Mar 31, 2025
Mineral Point – Katherine M. "Kate" Martin, On March 31, 2025, surrounded by a small gathering of her family, Kate passed away peacefully to be with The Lord following a series of complications linked to the treatment of underlying health problems. As a testament to a long and fruitful life, Kate is survived by many. She is the loving mother...
Gerald H. "Jerry" Ewert
Mar 30, 2025
Mineral Point – It is with great sorrow to announce, Gerald (Jerry) Herbert Ewert, age 72, passed away peacefully in the loving arms of his wife, Linda, on Sunday, March 30, 2025 at their home in Mineral Point, Wisconsin. Gerald was born on August 21, 1952 to Eugene D. Ewert and Mary Ann Kort in Wausau, WI. After Eugene's death...
John Harland Blabaum
Mar 27, 2025
Dodgeville – John Harland Blabaum, age 68, of Dodgeville, WI, passed away on March 27, 2025, at UW Hospital, surrounded by his family, following a long struggle with congestive heart failure. Born on April 23, 1956, in Dodgeville to Beauford and Mildred (James) Blabaum. He grew up with two brothers and kept his parents on their toes. John enjoyed farming...
George M. Laufenberg
Mar 23, 2025
Dodgeville – George Martin Laufenberg, age 83, of Dodgeville, died peacefully on Sunday, March 23, 2025 at home surrounded by loved ones. George was born to Ray and Mary Laufenberg (McGill) on November 12, 1941. George married the love of his life, Pat Ruth Sliter, on September 30, 1961 and they were blessed with 63 wonderful years of marriage. Together...
