MONTFORT – Richard J. “Dick” Tallman, age 76, passed away on Friday evening March 1, 2024, at St Mary’s Hospital in Madison, WI. He was born on July 20, 1947, in Dodgeville, WI; the son of Adrian and Edna (Kosharek) Tallman. He was united in marriage to Sandi Roberts on December 4, 1971, at the St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Mineral Point, WI. Dick graduated from Mineral Point High School in 1965. He enlisted in the U.S. Army, serving in Germany until his honorable discharge. He then began working in construction on a pole barn crew. In 1976, he started […]
DODGEVILLE – Kay A. Fritsch, age 67, passed away on Saturday morning February 24, 2024, at her residence after her courageous battle with cancer. She was born on January 14, 1957, in Madison, WI; the daughter of Carvor “Cub” and Betty (Wong) Higgins. She was united in marriage to Howard Fritsch on October 18, 1980, in Edmund, WI. Kay graduated from LaFollette High School in Madison and went to work at WPS Insurance. Kay returned to school and received her paralegal degree from Edgewood. She worked with Archie Simonson until his retirement in 2000 and was then employed at GCL […]
FENNIMORE – Pamela “Pam” Jean Shumate, age 71, passed away on Tuesday morning February 20, 2024, at her residence, with her beloved family by her side. She was born on January 4, 1953, in Sparta, WI; the daughter of Curtis and Phyllis (Fish) Burnham. Pam graduated from Sparta High School and then was united in marriage to Sam Shumate on September 11, 1971, in Sparta. Pam loved being able to stay home and raise her daughter Jeanne through the years. In 1985, she and Sam moved to Fennimore and after a few years, Pam became an employee of the Fennimore […]
THIS IS AN OBITUARY THAT IS BEING LISTED ON OUR WEBPAGE AS A COURTESY. THE BUTZIN-MARCHANT FUNERAL HOME IN RIPON IS ASSISTING THE FAMILY. Mary J. Nuenthel transitioned to her role as an angel surrounded with love, in her favorite place, Florida. Mary grew up in the carnival business, working with her mom and dad to run SJ Peoples Show. In her adult years, she took over the family business and has been running the show, working closely with her son, Christopher and soulmate, Kevin, who will now carry on the thriving family business that has been in operation for […]
FENNIMORE – Glenn Ernell Larson, age 87, passed away on Wednesday February 14, 2024, peacefully in his sleep. He was born on June 6, 1936, the son of Cenious and Bessie (Cottingham) Larson. Glenn met the love of his life, Lois Staskal at community dances. They were united in marriage on April 4, 1959, and would have celebrated 65 wonderful years together this year. Glenn and Lois farmed on the family farm for many years in Fennimore Township that Glenn grew up on. Farming was a hard thankless job, but Glenn enjoyed it. He also enjoyed dancing, playing euchre, reading […]
FENNIMORE – Brock Joseph Esser, age 22, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, February 11, 2024. Brock was born on April 23, 2001; the son of Cody (Amanda) Esser and Kimberly (Marc) Sweeney. He attended Fennimore schools, where he enjoyed playing baseball and basketball. Brock graduated with the Fennimore class of 2019 and went on to work for Skyline in Lancaster, where he worked for three years. Recently, Brock worked at Reggie’s with his mom and his sister. Brock loved his family, pets, and spending time with his close group of friends. He enjoyed watching sports, going fishing, and swimming with […]
Fennimore – Linda W. Watchorn, age 83, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Sunday morning February 11, 2024, at Lancaster Health Services in Lancaster, WI. She was born on October 16, 1940, in Liberty Township Grant County, WI; the daughter of Paul and Emma (Gates) Hampton. Linda was united in marriage to Larry Watchorn on May 20, 1978, at the Stitzer United Methodist Church in Stitzer, WI. Linda graduated from Bloomington High School and later attended Southwest Technical College in Fennimore. She was employed at the Lancaster Memorial Hospital for 20 years as a Ward Clerk […]
Phyllis Isabelle Ruehman (January 26, 1934 – January 26, 2024) Montfort, WI-Phyllis Isabelle Ruehman, born in Chicago, Il. on January 26, 1934, to Gertrude (Amesse) & Edward Ruehman passed away on her 90th birthday, Friday, January 26, 2024, at Upland Hills Hospital in Dodgeville. She was a loving sister to younger brothers Dale & William. Phyllis’s nieces recall how she imbued every holiday with magic and a sense of celebration. She was never happier than when she was spending time with her girlfriends, especially life-long friends, Frances DeSimone and Arlene Crisp. They even made an appearance dancing together on The […]
PRAIRIE DU CHIEN – Ruth A. Mergen, age 84, formerly of Bloomington, WI, passed away on Tuesday, January 16, 2024, at Prairie Maison in Prairie du Chien. She was born November 6, 1939, in Glen Haven, WI; the daughter of Albert and Rosella Kirschbaum. She married Tom Mergen on April 16, 1958. Ruth was a wonderful mother, grandmother, and great grandma. She was an avid reader, daily wine drinker, and the best cookie maker! Ruth enjoyed shopping, traveling, celebrating holidays, and playing cards with the same group of women for 50 plus years. Ruth is survived by her four children: […]
LIVINGSTON -Glen Clark Paulson, age 66, passed away on Friday January 12, 2024, at the University Hospital in Iowa City, IA after a brief battle due to a sudden illness. He was born on November 6, 1957, in Groton, Connecticut, the son of Rolf and Shirley (Mitchell) Paulson. He was united in marriage to Tina Roland on November 24, 2002, in Lancaster, WI. Glen left his home out east to begin a new journey. He ended up making Livingston his home and loved each and every day. He was employed at Burnham Lumber Company in Rewey for the past 24 […]