FENNIMORE, WI / HEBRON, IL – Louis “Lou” Raymond Jastrzembski, age 82, has left his Earthly Home and Body for that of an Angel in Heaven, with his Lord on Saturday, April 25, 2026. He was born on August 19, 1943, in South Bend, Indiana, the son of Stanley and Alice Jastrzembski. Louis was united in marriage to Mildred “Millie” Salemi on August 27, 1966, at the Divine Savior Church, in Norridge, IL. They celebrated their 58th Wedding Anniversary in 2024. Louis took pride that he went to DeVry, in Chicago, and graduated in Electronics. He worked to become a […]
FENNIMORE / EAGLE RIVER – It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Bette Ann Munns, a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. Bette left this world peacefully on April 23, 2026, surrounded by her family, at the age of 85. Bette’s journey began on June 11, 1940, in La Crosse, Wisconsin, where she was born to Alice Knutson. Bette’s life was a testament to the power of love, resilience, and dedication. In 1956, Bette married the love of her life, Harold Munns, in Dubuque, Iowa. They were partners in every sense, from maintaining the family […]
MONTFORT – Today, we find ourselves at a loss for words as we try to express the sadness we feel. Carolyn M. Grim, passed away peacefully in her sleep, Saturday morning at Sienna Crest Assisted Living, in Dodgeville, WI at the age of 88. Born to Charlie and Margaret McCann, formerly of Trout Crick, WI, on January 8, 1938. Carolyn leaves behind her eldest son Danny Grim, her youngest son Johnny Grim, grandchildren, along with many brothers, nieces and nephews. Losing her leaves a space in our hearts that no one else could ever fill. She was more than just […]
MOUNT HOPE – James “Jim” John Schmitz, 86, of Mount Hope passed away April 15, 2026, on the family farm where he was born. He was born on January 10, 1940, to Maynard and Loretta (Timmerman) Schmitz. Jim graduated from Mt. Hope High School in 1957 and farmed until serving two years in the U.S. Army. Jim and Marlys (Nichols) Schmitz were married on December 20, 1969, and enjoyed many years farming together. He loved nature and a good card game. His love for farming was rooted in his deep appreciation for nature’s beauty. A devoted card player, he cherished […]
BLOOMINGTON – Robert LeRoy Parkins, age 96, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, March 29, 2026. Bob was born on August 2, 1929, to Rolla and Pauline (Hampton) Parkins, Glen Haven, WI. He attended and graduated from Patch Grove High School in 1948. After high school, Bob worked as a mechanic at Grass Motors and painted cars at Marquette Body Shop which undoubtedly fueled his passion for cars. He was in the US Army stationed in England from 1951 – 1953 during the Korean War and a member of the Bloomington American Legion. Bob […]
FENNIMORE – Donna J. Blackbourn, age 95, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at Riverside Transitional Care in La Crosse, Wisconsin. She was born on March 3, 1931, in Lancaster, Wisconsin to Donald and Gladys (Muender) Pettera. Donna was united in marriage to Roger Blackbourn in May of 1950 at the Fennimore United Methodist Church. Donna graduated from Fennimore High School where she proudly played drums in the school band. She continued her education at Southwest Technical College, earning a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license. Following the untimely passing of her husband, she moved to Florida in 1978, […]
MONTFORT – Lois Jean (Leix) Clifton, age 94, passed away peacefully on Monday morning, March 23, 2026 at CrestRidge Memory Care in Dodgeville. She was born on October 30, 1931, in her family’s farmhouse in Montfort, the very place where her life began and where her roots were deeply planted. Lois was the daughter of Milton and Fern (Everson) Leix. Lois graduated from Cobb High School in 1949 and continued her education at the Madison School of Business. When her father needed help in his Rural Insurance office in Dodgeville, she willingly returned home to support him. Lois met the […]
MONTFORT – Ruby Lou (Grunenwald) Moen, a woman of remarkable spirit, love, independence, and faith, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2026, at the age of 95. She was surrounded by loving family and her faithful companion, Pepper The Cat, at The Legacy at Noel Manor in Verona, WI. She faced her final weeks with the same good fight she applied to all of life’s challenges. Born on October 17, 1930, in Iowa County, Ruby was the second of four children born to Benjamin and Jacqueline Mae (Garvey) Grunenwald. Raised on the family dairy farm in rural Livingston, Ruby graduated […]
FENNIMORE, WI – Arlene Martin, age 64, passed away on Friday morning March 13, 2026, at her residence in rural Fennimore. She was born on May 30, 1961, in Lebanon, PA, the daughter of Aaron and Katie Oberholtzer. Arlene was united in marriage to Albert Martin on March 14, 1981. They made their home in Pennsylvania until 1998 when they moved to a farm in Fennimore, WI. Arlene is survived by her husband Albert Martin of Fennimore; 11 children: Christine (Sanford Lem) Martin of Rutledge, MO, Quentin (Betty) Martin of Riverton, WY, Jay Lloyd (Krista) Martin of Power, MT, Arlene […]
STITZER – Mary J. (Brugger) Bendorf, age 90 passed away on Thursday March 12, 2026, after suffering a stroke. Mary was born on December 14, 1935, in rural Platteville to Arthur and Mary Richards Brugger. Mary attended area schools, with graduation from Platteville High School in 1953. She pursued further education at Spring Arbor, Michigan and the University of Wisconsin at Platteville. Mary and Virgil Bendorf married on June 14, 1956, and they farmed in rural Stitzer until retiring off the farm in 1990. Mary enjoyed an active life being involved with her family, especially with youth-centered activities like school, […]