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Scott J. Weisbenner, age 49, of Champaign, IL, formerly of Lancaster, WI, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 29, 2022, after a very courageous battle with cancer over a three-year period. He was surrounded by his family and friends. Scott was born on January 16, 1973, in Lancaster, WI, the eldest child of Jim and Sharon (Haas) Weisbenner. When he was in kindergarten, Scott's teacher told his mom that he was "5 going on 25". This could have not been a more accurate prediction of his future. He graduated as valedictorian from Lancaster High School in 1991, followed by a B.A. in economics and mathematics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1995. He then graduated with a...

LANCASTER - Cleo Mae Stenner, age 90, passed away on Thursday, August 18, 2022, at Agrace HospiceCare in Fitchburg, WI. She was born on October 6, 1931, to T. Arthur and Alma E. (Johnson) Haney in the town of Wingville in Grant County, Wisconsin. Her family settled in the village of Montfort in 1932, where she attended school and graduated in 1949. Cleo married Douglas C. Stenner on May 13, 1951, in Fennimore. From 1951 until 1953, Doug and Cleo were stationed in Colorado and Reno, Nevada, while Douglas served his country in the United States Air Force. They returned to Wisconsin and Doug attended college. In 1954 until 1956, they made their home in Fennimore and in 1956 until 1960...

LANCASTER - Eugene S. "Gene" Block, age 88, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 13, 2022, at Divine Rehabilitation and Nursing in Fennimore. He was born on May 10, 1934, in Lancaster, the son of Harold and Irene (Goebel) Block. Gene graduated from Lancaster High School in 1952. He served his country in the United States Army stationed in Gary, IN. Following his honorable discharge, Gene moved to Madrid, IA. On December 28, 1974, he was united in marriage to Vivian Collins. Gene was employed with Sedorf Masonry in Des Moines until 1976, ending his 50-year career as a bricklayer. In 1997, Vivian preceded him in death and Gene moved back to Lancaster where he built...

LANCASTER - Elizabeth Jane "Liz" Davies, age 87, of Lancaster, WI, passed away unexpectedly at Grant Regional Health Center in Lancaster, surrounded by her family, on Friday, August 12, 2022. Liz was born on March 7, 1935, in Platteville, WI, the daughter of Christian and Ella (Russell) Heer. She was the youngest of 9. Liz grew up on the family farm and loved riding horses. She attended a one-room, rural school until 9th grade, when she enrolled in Platteville High School, graduating in 1953. A true beauty and talented singer, Liz was Platteville's High School 1952 homecoming queen and participated in triple trio. In 1953, Liz met Douglas Brewer "Doug" Davies, the love of her life. Liz and...

Carrie Larsen Bell, age 63, of Lancaster, passed away on Thursday, August 4, 2022, at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison, WI. She was born on October 7, 1958, in Lancaster, the daughter of Cletus and Vivian (Irish) Potter. On June 14, 1991, she was united in marriage to Robert "Rob" Bell. Carrie enjoyed her work in catering with her dear friends Darrin Miles and Dee Jensen at The Lancaster Country Club. She is survived by her husband; her son, Craig (Jaclyn Williams) Larsen of Middleton; sister, Jean (Curt) Dobson, of Lancaster; niece, Sherri (Denny) Furuseth of Lancaster; and sister-in-law, Beth Potter, of Oshkosh. Carrie is preceded in death by her parents and brother, Jerry...

Carrie Larsen Bell, age 63, of Lancaster, passed away on Thursday, August 4, 2022, at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison, WI. She was born on October 7, 1958, in Lancaster, the daughter of Cletus and Vivian (Irish) Potter. On June 14, 1991, she was united in marriage to Robert "Rob" Bell. Carrie enjoyed her work in catering with her dear friends Darrin Miles and Dee Jensen at The Lancaster Country Club. She is survived by her husband; her son, Craig (Jaclyn Williams) Larsen of Middleton; sister, Jean (Curt) Dobson, of Lancaster; niece, Sherri (Denny) Furuseth of Lancaster; and sister-in-law, Beth Potter, of Oshkosh. Carrie is preceded in death by her parents and brother, Jerry...

MUSCODA - Jeffery Scott Witzel, age 54, of Muscoda, WI lost his courageous battle with cancer on Sunday, July 31, 2022, surrounded by family. He leaves a large hole in the hearts of his family and friends who were always entertained by his quick wit and sarcasm. Jeff was born on June 7, 1968, to RoseAnn and Curtiss Witzel in Cohorse, NY. After High School Jeff became a traveling amateur college student throughout the UW system. Following college Jeff began his 26-year career with Cardinal IG in Spring Green, WI, where he formed many relationships. Jeff held various positions at Cardinal with the most recent being Production Supervisor. In this capacity Jeff served as Cardinals Threat...

Alois A. "Ole" Kirschbaum, age 88, of Prairie du Chien, earned his heavenly wings on Sunday, July 10, 2022, at Gunderson Lutheran Medical Center in La Crosse, Wisconsin, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born in Cassville, Wisconsin on November 3, 1933, to Marie (Ackerman) and Adam Kirschbaum. After serving his country for two years in the U.S. Army, he married Mona Meyers on March 2, 1957. Mona preceded him in death on October 12, 2007. Al was blessed to have found love a second time in his life with Vivian Achenbach, who he cherished and loved with his whole heart. He found great joy in cheering on his beloved Green Bay Packers and Badgers, playing cards, listening to music, traveling,...

Lancaster - Constance ("Connie") Marie Fessler (nee Durni), age 65, of Lancaster, Wisconsin, passed away on July 8, 2022, at Orchard Manor Nursing Home in rural Lancaster. Connie was born to Leonard and Gwendolyn Durni on June 1, 1957. She grew up in Dubuque, Iowa and Hazel Green, Wisconsin, and attended Hempstead High School. On October 31, 1985, Connie became a mother to a son, John David Fessler. She married Michael Fessler on July 3, 1993, and they raised their son in Platteville, Wisconsin and Dubuque, Iowa. Connie enjoyed spending time with her family at Lake Chetek in Wisconsin, and she enjoyed cross stitch and crocheting. She loved the band Kiss, hummingbirds, and fishing. She made...

Steven P. "Steve" Yoose, age 76, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday, July 6, 2022, at his home. He was born August 4, 1945, being the oldest of five children, to Calvin and Genelda (Irish) Yoose. Steve graduated Sinner Creek School in Potosi Township. He later graduated from Potosi High School in 1963 where he set a school record for the most tackles in football that stood until 2002. After attending two years of college at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville, Steve decided to transition into farming with his family. Farming was his life-long profession and passion. On February 15, 1975, Steve was united in marriage to his former neighbor's daughter, Carol J....