Juneau County Star Times

James R. Parkhurst, 93 of Elroy passed away on Thursday, September 23, 2021, at Elroy Health Services, Elroy. He was born September 6, 1928, to James Sr, and Laura (Travinck) Parkhurst in LaFarge, Vernon County, WI. On December 25, 1947, James and Mary J. Winchel knocked on the door of the local pastor's house and asked to be married. This year they would have celebrated 74 years of marriage together. Early on in life, Jim worked on the family farm. Later, he was a self-employed well driller for over 45 years, owner, and operator of Jim Parkhurst Well Drilling Company. Jim was a hobby inventor and had a brilliant mind for mechanics being able to just about fix anything that was set in...

Clarita Glaye Gernetzke, 88 of Kendall went to her heavenly home on Sunday, September 19, 2021. She was born on October 10, 1932, at the Velton Gas Station, to Wesley and Carmen (Hutchins) Shore. She was a member of the Hillsboro High School Graduating Class of 1950. Clarita held numerous office positions in both La Crosse and Madison along with other jobs prior to her marriage to Robert in 1955 and joining him on the family farm, which they purchased from his parents. She was a faithful and devoted member of St. Matthew Ev. Lutheran Church, South Ridge and enjoyed the many years she taught Sunday school. She is survived by her children, Henry Gernetzke of West Salem and Amy Gernetzke...

Jeffery "Afro" M. Hatfield, 30, of Necedah died Friday, September 3, 2021, at his home. He was raised by his parents, Terry, and Kathy (Lastinger) Hatfield. He grew up in the Tomah and Necedah areas and was a member of the Necedah High School Graduating Class of 2010. Jeff was a proud father of his 2 children, Makiah and Damion Hatfield. He loved to bring them camping and was always looking for new adventures for them. They were his life. Jeff was outgoing and enjoyed life to the fullest. He was proud of his family and always made time for others. He liked to spend his time: riding snow mobile, driving his cars, listening to music, and his family and friends. He really enjoyed...

COTTAGE GROVE, WIS. - Harlan "Harley" Ledding, age 87, passed away at KindredHearts Senior Living on Sunday, August 15, 2021. Per his final wishes, there will be no formal funeral service. Harlan was born July 2, 1934, to Edward and Margaret (Johnson) Ledding on the family dairy farm in Fergus Falls, Minnesota. He was the fourth of five children. After high school graduation, Harlan married Ethel Loften in 1954 in Fergus Falls. Shortly after their marriage, Harlan and his new wife moved to Madison at the urging of his friend Al Green, who he joined as a roofer with Southern Wisconsin Roofing Company, where he was most proud to have been part of the construction of the Veterans Memorial...

Andrea E. Rolewicz, age 46, of Mauston, WI passed away Saturday, July 3, 2021, at Gundersen Hospital in Lacrosse, WI. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, July 8, 2021. Visitation will be 10:00 a.m. until the time of service at Roseberry's Funeral Home. Andrea was born November 19, 1974, in Palos Hills, Illinois to Daniel and Jean (Beatty) Matke. She enjoyed taking care of her two dogs Popeye & Milo. Andrea was preceded in death by her grandmother, Lulamae; aunt Fran, and stepfather, Andrew. Survivors include her three children, Daniel, Alyssa & Lucas; mother, Jean Beatty; father, Daniel (Anita) Matke; sister, Janet (Jim) Pietrzak; nieces & nephews, Stephanie...

Patricia A. Lomonof, 86 of New Lisbon, passed away on Saturday, July 3, 2021, at Crestview Nursing Home, New Lisbon. She was born on January 10, 1935, in Chicago, IL to Walter and Alice (West) Raddatz. On November 28, 1953, she was united in marriage to Walter Lomonof in Chicago. He preceded her in death on July 23, 2002. Pat worked for Western Electric as an assembly worker. After retirement, Walt and Pat relocated to the Tomah area. She is survived by her children, Diane (David) Baldwin of New Lisbon, William (Diane) of Lisle, IL Steven (Kelly) of Maysville, GA, grandchildren, Jesse and Vincent Small, Megan and Kevin Lomonof, Vanessa, Erica, and John Baldwin, great grandchildren,...

BELOIT----Sharyl A. Pearsall, age 64, of Beloit, passed away, after a courageous battle against Glioblastoma, on Wednesday, June 23, 2021, at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Reedsburg on February 23, 1957, the daughter of Verlyn and Mildred "Rose" (Sass) Baldwin. In 1975, Sharyl graduated from Royall High School in Elroy, WI. On June 5, 1982, in an island ceremony, she married the love of her life, Daniel O. Pearsall in New Lisbon, WI. She joined the General Motors assembly line in 1986 and retired, as a UAW Problem Slover, in 2008. Graduating at the top of her class, Sharyl earned her RN Degree in 1993 and went on to contribute to the establishment of HealthNet of...

Virginia M. Olson, 73 of Mauston and formerly of Kendall passed away on Thursday, June 17, 2021, at the Fairview Nursing Home, Mauston. She was born on July 19, 1947, to Walter and Ila (Higgins) Russell. On April 8, 1966, she was united in marriage to Donald L. "Buckshot" Olson. He preceded her in death on February 17, 2005. In her spare time, Virginia enjoyed gardening and could grow just about any type of flower, she loved animals, was an avid fisherman and enjoyed doing arts and crafts. Virginia would often volunteer at the local nursing homes providing musical entertainment. She was gifted in playing a variety of instruments. During the last 4 years, Virginia has resided at the...

After a full life dedicated to caring for others, Anne Schultz, 66, of rural Wilton was welcomed into heaven on Thursday, June 3, 2021. Born in Burlington, WI in 1955 to R. Duane Sr. and Margaret "Peg" (Badenoch) Perry, Anne was a member of the Burlington High School Class of 1973. Following graduation, she earned degrees from both Oak Hills Christian College in Bemidji, MN and the nursing school at Gateway Technical College in Southeastern WI. She began her nursing career at Burlington Memorial Hospital. On December 4, 1982, Anne was united in marriage to the love of her life, Lindy W. Schultz, and relocated to Wilton, WI. Anne was employed at Hess Memorial Hospital in Mauston for more...

Stephen John Norling, age 81, passed away at Villa Pines Living Center, Friendship, WI on Friday, March 5, 2021, after a brief battle with cancer. He was born May 15, 1939, on the family homestead just north of Hawkins. His parents were Orville and Sophie (Sekola) Norling. He finished his education in the U.S. Air force and was honorably discharged in 1959. He was proud to say he had over 100 jobs in his life, from trapping as a teen to retiring from Kwik Trip Corp and working as a newspaper reporter in retirement. He married Donna Watts on March 25, 1960. They had four children together. In 1994 he married the love of his life Edie Casey, who survives him. Throughout his lifetime he was an...

Charles George Buttner, age 84, of Trophy Club, TX passed away December 15, 2020 at Baylor, Scott & White Hospital surrounded by his family. Charles was born January 25,1936 in Wonewoc, WI, the son of George and Wilda (Hellpap) Buttner. Following graduation from Wonewoc HS in 1953, he served in the US Navy aboard the carrier USS Kearsarge, "Fox'' Division, Far East Seventh Fleet. They participated in the 1954-55 Quemoy-Matsu Crisis and were awarded the China Service Medal. Using the GI Bill, he attended UW-Madison graduating in 1961. He was a member of Theta Chi Fraternity. Charles met his wife Joyce at UW-Madison. They were married January 28, 1961 during their Senior year. Charles...

(Formerly of Mauston) (Nee Shelton) Born into Eternal Life August 9, 2020. Beloved wife of Ralph Fedor for 56 years. Cherished mother of Anne (Jeffrey) Warchol, Sarah Barber and Paul Fedor. Loving grandmother of Veronica, Madeline, Olivia, Hannah, Frank, John and Ben. Dear sister of Patrick (the late Kathleen) Shelton, Maureen (Sean) McGuire and Jim (Barbara) Shelton. She is preceded in death by parents Patrick and Marie Shelton, brother John and sister Colette. Further survived by nieces, nephews, cousins, brother and sister-in-laws, and many friends. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. A Memorial Visitation will be held on Thursday, Aug. 13 at 11 AM at Our Lady of Lourdes...

Vincent F. Waltenberger Passed away Friday, April 17, 2020 at age 92. Loving husband of the late Elaine. Dear father of the late Mark Christian and Kurt Vincent(Tina) Waltenberger. Grandfather of Katrina Lee, William Vincent, Holly Rose Blanchard, Meagan Corrine Roselund, and Ethan Richard Roselund. Brother of the late Joseph(the late Marlene), the late John, the late Elizabeth, and the late George(Dorothy). Uncle of John(Kathie), Janice(Mike) Kutchera, Jane(Bill) Muzenski, Vicky Potts, Diane Hyers, and the late Jospeh(Paula) Waltenberger. Preceded in death by his parents Joseph and Victoria Waltenberger. Private Services were held and a public memorial will be held at a later...

Rebekah "Becky" Smith, age 51, of Mauston, Wisconsin passed away Monday, February 10, 2020 in her home in Mauston, Wisconsin following a courageous battle with brain cancer. Funeral services will be 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 16, 2020 at the Bible Baptist Church in Mauston, Wisconsin. Pastor John Barker will officiate. Visitation will be 3 to 7 p.m. on Saturday and again on Sunday from 2:00 p.m. until the time of service at Bible Baptist Church. There will be a Nightingale Tribute (for Nurses). Interment will be at the Mt. Repose Cemetery, Friendship, Wisconsin at a later date. Becky was born October 06, 1968 in Friendship, Wisconsin to Charles A. and Karen K. (Kappel) Church. ...

On Wednesday, September 25, 2019, Shirley Marguerite (Clark) Oakes, loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and sister, passed away at the age of 87 in New Lisbon, WI. Shirley was born on November 21, 1931, in New Lisbon to Walter and Julia (Pearsall) Clark. She graduated from New Lisbon High School and attended St. Francis School of Nursing in La Crosse, WI, where she received her RN degree. Shirley married George Malcolm Oakes on May 2, 1953, and moved to Cloquet, MN where they raised their 4 children. Shirley worked as a Registered Nurse in Cloquet for over 30 years. Shirley had many loves besides her family and nursing-traveling, playing cards, the out of doors, lively...

Robert "Bob" Louis Cerney, age 77, of Mauston, Wisconsin passed away Monday, July 15, 2019, at Casa De Oakes in Reedsburg. In keeping with his wishes, no service will take place. Bob was born July 19, 1941, in Eagle River, WI to John and Irene Cerney. He married Nancy B. Tyler on November 28, 1964, in Milwaukee. Bob enjoyed being outdoors, hunting, and fishing. He worked for Wal-Mart Transportation with over two million miles retiring in November of 2012 after 18 years. He was a loving husband, father & grandfather and will be dearly missed. Bob was preceded in death by his parents and is survived by his wife Nancy; their children, Melissa Seib of Mishicot, WI; Todd Cerney of Lewisburg,...

Nancy Kay McCaffery, age 76, of New Lisbon, Wisconsin passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 13, 2019. Memorial services will be 12:00 noon on Saturday, June 22, 2019, at Roseberry's Funeral Home in Friendship, Wisconsin. Pastor Paul Shirek will officiate. Interment will be at the Bayview Cemetery, Necedah, Wisconsin. Visitation will be 11:00 a.m. until the time of service on Saturday at Roseberry's Funeral Home. Nancy was born August 9, 1942, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to Gerald and Frieda (Yakel) Jewson. Nancy married the love of her life Bernard McCaffery on October 10, 1959, in Waukesha, Wisconsin. They lived in Waukesha and Eagle before moving to New Lisbon in 1980. Nancy was a...

Helen Marie Besant entered eternal life June 2, 2019. She was born June 4, 1920 to Evelyn (Vick) and Thomas Simons in Ishpeming, MI. She married Floyd Besant January 27, 1943. She was a devoted wife and mother and a friend to all who knew her. Helen was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, two brothers and sister. Survivors include son, Jack (Kathy) Wonewoc, WI and daughter, Gail Blythe (Jack) Grand Prairie, TX; 6 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, 4 great-great-grandchildren, 3 nieces and 6 nephews. Visitation will be held on Saturday, July 13, 2019 at 2:30 PM at Wonewoc United Methodist Church. A Celebration of Life service will immediately follow the visitation at 4:00...