Juneau County Star Times

Jackie Sanders passed away peacefully at Reena Senior Living in Fort Atkinson, WI, on August 5, 2022. Jackie was born on June 26, 1935, in Chicago IL, the daughter of William and Juanita (Falkinburg) Richter. When Jackie was three years old, she and her family moved to rural New Lisbon, WI. Jackie started her formal education at the age of 4 in a one room country school. From the age of 5 to 16 she attended the New Lisbon Public Schools. Jackie was the youngest member of the 1952 graduating class of the New Lisbon High School. On August 1, 1953, she married Ralph Sanders in Sterling, IL. Ralph predeceased her on May 28, 2017. During their 64 years of marriage Jackie and Ralph enjoyed...

Gene Alan Fry, age 78 of Janesville, WI passed away on July 23, 2022 at Agrace Hospice Center for Hospice and Palliative Care, Janesville. He was born December 13, 1943 in Mauston to Marvin & Ruth (Pfaff) Fry. Gene was a graduate of Necedah High School in 1962. He married Jeanine (Johnson) on May 20, 1972 in Janesville, WI. Gene was employed by Wisconsin Bell/AT&T where he retired in 2005 after 37 years. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting, fishing, mounting antlers for his family and friends and working on his hunting land in Necedah. Gene loved to play pool and was president of the pool league in his younger years. He enjoyed doing jigsaw puzzles, working on daily...

Russell David Wilcox, 64, of New Lisbon, died on July 20, 2022. On December 19, 1957, Russell was born to Leo and Willma Wilcox in Mauston, Wisconsin. After graduating from Mauston High School in 1975, Russell joined the United States Marines and proudly served his country during the Vietnam War. Upon his arrival back home, Russell worked numerous jobs as a laborer. In 1987, Russell met and married Evelyn Carter, and soon after, welcomed their three children: Mathew, Amanda, and Walter. In his free time, Russell enjoyed spending time with his beloved grandchildren, book shopping, playing with airsoft guns, and being outdoors. One of Russell's favorite hobbies was to add to his vast...

Yvonne W. Dunaway, age 93, of Mauston, Wisconsin passed away Monday, June 20, 2022, at Fair View Nursing Home in Mauston. Funeral services will be 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 25, 2022, at the Oxford Bible Church. Pastor Jim Appel will officiate. Interment will be at the Wood Cemetery, Wyeville, Wisconsin. Visitation will be 10:30 a.m. until the time of service on Saturday at the church. Yvonne was born November 6, 1928, in Sparta, Wisconsin to Virgil and Violet (Crawford) Gustin. She married Donald Eugene Dunaway on July 23, 1962, in Sparta. Yvonne enjoyed traveling, attending church services, going to the casinos, and doing genealogy. Yvonne was preceded in death by her loving husband,...

Kathleen K. Clark, age 61, of Reedsburg, Wisconsin passed away Monday, June 6, 2022, at her home. Kathy was born to Arnold Earl and Rhea Scott in Wonewoc on July 27, 1960. She was married to William "Bill" Henry Clark on March 18, 1978. They raised three sons together, Daniel, Timothy, and Anthony and also their granddaughter, Grace. Kathy loved spending time with their 13 grandchildren and great grandchild. She also loved animals, repurposing and crafting, Kathy loved to bake and go fishing. She also loved going to garage sales and auctions. She enjoyed the country life. Kathy is survived by her husband: William "Bill" Clark of Reedsburg, WI; sons: Daniel Earl Clark (Theresa) of Ironton,...

Richard Edward Zorbaugh Sr., 84, died Tuesday, February 22, 2022, at his home. He was born April 15, 1937, in Loganville, PA to Robert and Margaret (William) Zorbaugh. He was a member of the Mauston High School Graduating Class of 1955. After high school, he was united in marriage to Shirley Bilz on April 3, 1982, at Mauston Methodist Church. Rich worked for the Juneau County Star Times for over 15 years as a photographer, and also taking care of whatever job needed to be done. Afterword he went to work for Walker's Stainless Steel for many years, until his retirement in 1997. Rich served in the Wisconsin National Guard for over 25 years and finished with the rank of Sergeant. He was an...

Derek Joseph Hines, age 31, of Savannah, passed away on Friday, February 18, 2022. He was born on May 17, 1990, in Mauston Wisconsin. Son of Kimberly and Roland Seldal and Darrell and Cathy Hines. "Never quit." It was the mantra that drove Derek Hines to accomplish anything he set his mind to. He was a Sergeant in the Marines with many accomplishments. Most notably, Derek was the first one in seven years to complete the Pararescue indoctrination course in the US Air Force as an SSGT. But most of all, he was an incredibly devoted brother, son, and selfless friend to those closest to him. He really, never quit. Derek went above and beyond what anyone expected of him in every sense. With...

Valarie D. Dziewior, 70 of New Lisbon passed away on Friday, December 31, 2021, at Mile Bluff Medical Center, Mauston. A Graveside Committal Service will be held on Saturday, June 25, 2022, 3:00 PM at the Hustler Cemetery, Hustler, WI. Father Sam McCarty will officiate. A time of fellowship and luncheon will be held prior to the committal service from 12:00 Noon until 2:30 PM at the New Lisbon Community Center/American Legion, 110 Welch Prairie Road, New Lisbon. Sonnenburg Family Funeral Home, Tomah is assisting with arrangements. Online condolences can be offered by visiting www.sonnenburgfamilyfh.com Memorial contributions can be given to the MS Society, 1120 James Drive, Suite A,...

Valarie D. Dziewior, 70 of New Lisbon passed away on Friday, December 31, 2021, at Mile Bluff Medical Center, Mauston. She was born on November 5, 1951, to Dwane and Genevieve (Swger) Schroeder in Hillsboro, WI. She was a member of the New Lisbon High School Graduating Class of 1969. On January 6th, Valerie was united in marriage to Francis Dziewior in 1972. She attended Beauty School and went on to own her own beauty salon for over 15 years. She enjoyed painting masterpieces, watching the packers, playing bingo, and visiting with her family and friends. In her younger years she enjoyed the fishing, hunting, and baking. She will be remembered for her kind heart and sense of humor. She...

Daryl L. Fabian, 82 of Necedah, entered Eternal Life on December 11, 2021, at the age of 82 surrounded by his loving family. God blessed Daryl with his caring, loving wife of 61 years, Carla. Loving father of three beautiful children and their spouses: Sheri (Kirk), Debbie (Rick), and Wendy (Mark), and 6 grandchildren: Michael (preceded in death), Jessica (Tony), Mitchell, Jeffrey, Shane, and Brittany. Proud grandfather of four great-grandchildren: Emma, Brianna, Kelsey, and Catarina. Family has been his main focus and his greatest enjoyment. Daryl grew up in Tomah with his parents, the late Elmer and Esther Fabian, and three sisters Sheryl, Carol and Janeda. He is also preceded in...

Allen C. Batten, 86 of rural Camp Douglas, died on Saturday, November 20, 2021, at Tomah Health. A Celebration of Allen's life will be held on Friday, November 26, 2021, 4:00 PM at the Sonnenburg Family Funeral Home, 801 E. Monowau Street, Tomah. Relatives and friends are invited for a time of visitation on Friday at the funeral home from 2:00 PM until the time of the service. Pastor Maxine Gray, formerly of St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Shennington, and now of Calvary Lutheran Church Minocqua will be officiating. In keeping with Al's wish to "serve them some good food" and the Batten Family Tradition of eating well at any gathering, there will be a Reception at the Knights of Columbus...

Joseph "Joe" Belsky went to be with his Lord Jesus, peacefully at his home on Monday, October 25th 2021. He was born on July 16th, 1935 to the late Thomas and Loretta (Betts) Belsky. He was baptized at St. Patrick's church in Mauston. His early years were spent in the Mauston area. When he was nine he and his family moved to a farm south of New Lisbon. He attended schools in New Lisbon and graduated in 1953. Joe furthered his education at Juneau County Normal school and received his teaching degree. It was there that he met and married his soulmate, Joan Anderson of Wilton. Joe taught school for two years, first at Hoile County School, Mauston, the second year at Hustler Grade...

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...