Obituaries

Jul 28, 2025

Gregory A. Pufahl, age 78, of Twin Lakes, WI, died July 28, 2025.  He was born in Lake Geneva, WI on December 23, 1946.  The son of the late Russell and Margaret (Gault) Pufahl.  On August 31, 1968, he was united in marriage to Donna Zingler.  He served in the United States Army.  In his early years he enjoyed...

Jul 27, 2025

Verne L. Lagerstrom, July 13, 1940-July 27, 2025

Verne was born in Elgin, Illinois, the son of the late Elmer and Olga (Stilla) Lagerstrom. Verne's only brother, Ronald, predeceased him in 2015.

After graduation from Elgin High School, Verne joined the U.S. Army where he served as an MP (Military Police), stationed in Okinawa, Japan...

Jul 26, 2025

Roger F. Krohn, 67, Elkhorn, passed away July 26, 2025, at Lakeland Health Care Center in Elkhorn.  Roger owned and operated RK Heating and Air Conditioning.  He was an avid hunter and loved to be outdoors.  Roger was a member of the First Ev. Lutheran Church in Elkhorn.

Roger is survived by his mother, Marilyn Desing, four...

Jul 26, 2025

Orville "Big Orv" E. Cornelison, 91, of Elkhorn, WI, passed away on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at Ridgestone Gardens.  He was born on January 21, 1934, in Darien, WI, the son of the late Noah and Martha (Kargel) Cornelison. Orville was united in marriage to Sheron D. Fonda in Crown Point, IN on February 7, 1957.  Sheron preceded in...

Jul 25, 2025

James "Jim" Hoctel, 60, born on March 15, 1965, in South Bend, Indiana, passed away peacefully.

Jim battled severe diabetes for most of his adult life and ultimately succumbed to complications from the disease. Despite the challenges he faced, Jim lived life fully, with strength, humor, and a heart full of love for his family, friends, and...

Jul 24, 2025

Rita M. Battles, age 83, of Elkhorn, WI, passed away on Thursday, July 24, 2025. She was born on July 25, 1941, in Bristol, WI, the daughter of the late Albert and Margaret (Krause) Busse. She was united in marriage to her loving husband, Gerald H. Battles, on March 24, 1962. Together they built a beautiful life and family...

Jul 24, 2025

Barbara L. Anderson age 80 died July 24, 2025.  She was born on February 15, 1945.  The daughter of the late Keith and Joyce (Brice) Frank.  On January 27, 1968, she was united in marriage to Keith J. Anderson who preceded her in death on February 1, 1979.

Barbara worked for 30 years at Andes Candies in...

Jul 22, 2025

With deep love and sorrow, we announce the passing of Carol J Krich 82, of Twin Lakes, WI., at home with her loving husband Harold Krich by her side.

She was born in Woodstock, IL on December 20, 1942, to Siegfred and Elizabeth (Brooke) Beager.  She graduated Woodstock High School in 1960. Later she met the love...

Jul 22, 2025

Joe Nelson age 23 of Elkhorn, WI died at home on Tuesday July 22, 2025.  Joe was born in Elkhorn, WI on June 4, 2002; the son of Paul and Kris (Antonson) Nelson.  Joe is a 2020 graduate of Elkhorn Area High School; where he then moved onto obtaining two associates degrees from Gateway Technical College, one in business...

Jul 21, 2025

Susan M. Riley left this world on July 21, 2025, at the age 84 with her loved ones by her side. She was known by many for her smile, her love for children, and her beautiful curly gray hair. Her greatest joy and biggest accomplishment were being a stay at home mom and how she sacrificed and gave selflessly...

Jul 21, 2025

Craig R. Yates age 57 of Pell Lake, WI died July 21, 2025.  He was born on June 20, 1968.  The son of Richard Yates and Joyce Lorainne.  On November 30, 2015, he was united in marriage to Barbara Pratt.

Craig lived his life devoted to his family and work.  He worked as a Carpenter.

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Jul 20, 2025

Charles "Chuck" E. Schenning age 74 died July 20, 2025.  He was born in Waukegan, IL on April 21, 1951.  The son of the late Milton and Marilyn (Krahn) Schenning.   On September 15, 1973, at St. John's Catholic Church he was united in marriage to Rebecca Kirk.

Chuck served the Wheatland Fire Dept for many years and...

Jul 18, 2025

Shirley M. Heigl, 98, of McHenry, IL., passed away on Friday, July 18th, 2025. Shirley was born in Kenosha, WI., on June 18th, 1927 to her parents, Andrew and Marie (Schmidt) Wiegele. She would then go on to marry the love of her life, Richard Heigl.

Shirley loved many things, but none more than her family, she...

Jul 17, 2025

Spring G. Creger, age 68, of Elkhorn, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 17, 2025. Daughter of the late Keith and Beverly (Chester) Houghtaling, Spring was born on June 12, 1957, in La Crosse, WI. She grew up in Waterford and later settled in Elkhorn. Spring enjoyed cooking, baking, arts & crafts, and hated sports of any kind. The...

Jul 17, 2025

Dorene Rakebrand (nee Bieniek), age 73, of Twin Lakes, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully at home on July 17, 2025, with loved ones at her side. Dorene was born in Chicago, IL on May 30, 1952, to Louis and Dorothy Bieniek. The family moved to the Chicago suburb of Bolingbrook, IL where she and her siblings grew up. Dorene attended...

Jul 16, 2025

Mary "Negria" A. Meunier, 68, of Bloomfield, WI., passed away on July 16th, 2025, at her home with her sister Betty by her side. Mary was born in Starkville, MS., on August 2nd, 1956 to Flora May (Higgins) Harrison, and Tom Harrison. She is now reunited with the love of her life, Miles Meunier.

Mary, always happy,...

Jul 11, 2025

Leonard R Kruzan age 89 died July 11, 2025. He was born on October 23, 1935.  The son of the late William and Helen (Kelley) Kruzan.  On February 25, 1956, in Silver Lake, WI he was united in marriage to Judith Kruzan who preceded him in death on June 21, 2025.

Father to Kelly Restarski, Kent Kruzan...

Jul 11, 2025

Arthur Allen Burgeson age 29 died July 11, 2025.  He was born in Chicago, IL on December 24, 1995.  The son of Wesley and Jeannine (Jensen) Burgeson.  Arthur loved to listen to all types of music and had many different playlists to accompany him with his many adventures in life.  He collected T-shirts and Funko Pops.  He liked to...

Jul 9, 2025

Michael Robert Demske passed away at Aurora Lakeland Medical Center on July 9, 2025. Family and friends thank the ambulance transport team, Aurora healthcare staff and Hospice for special care during Mike's final days. He was greatly comforted by all who shared their concerns.

Michael was the second child born to Nellie Tucker Demske and Robert Demske....

Jul 8, 2025

Paula Lee Cronin, lovingly known by her grandchildren as "G-Ma Wuff Wuff," was called home to be with her Lord and Savior on July 8, 2025.

Born on November 8, 1943, in Hollywood, Florida, Paula was the cherished daughter of Kenneth Lee Frash and Pauline Gladys Frash. She grew up in the heart of Hollywood, where she...