All Obituaries

Jerald T. Beck “JB”, age 67 of Camp Douglas, WI passed away on Wednesday August 12, 2020 at his home with his family and friends.  He was born to Hans and Irene (Churchille) Beck on February 28, 1953 in Tomah, WI.  He was a member of the Tomah High School graduating class of 1971. Jerald was united in marriage to Rose Steidl on March 25, 2003, but long-life partners for 25 years.  Jerald spent his life hunting, jeep riding, and enjoyed his family, grandchildren...

Mary E. Rubash, age 98, died of complications due to a stroke on August 10th, 2020 in Edina, MN. Mary is survived by her five sons and two daughters-in-law: John Rubash of Burnsville, Mn. Dave Rubash of New Brighton, MN. Thomas Rubash of Palm Desert, CA.  Charles Rubash (Terry) of Monona, WI. and Timothy Rubash (Pamela) of Apple Valley, MN.  She also had six grandchildren: Daniel, Alexander, Keely, Nichelle, Jacob, and Roxanne. And two greatgrandchildren: Matthias and...

Robert Cure, age 90 of New Lisbon, Wisconsin passed away peacefully Monday, August 10, 2020 at Fair View Nursing Home in Mauston, Wisconsin, surrounded by his daughters. Graveside funeral services will be held Thursday, August 13, 2020 with Pastor James Appel officiating at the New Lisbon City Cemetery with military honors. Visitation will be held at the cemetery on Thursday from 12 noon until the time of service at 1:00 p.m. Robert was born June 23, 1930 in Lisbon Township, Juneau County,...

Norel Quist, age 84, of Camp Douglas WI, died on Wednesday July 22, 2020 at the Tomah Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Norel was born on May 2, 1936 to Arthur C. and Lucele H. (Stoiber) Quist in the town of Clifton WI.  Norel graduated from Tomah High School in 1954.  Norel has lived in the town of Clifton all his life.  Norel served in the Wisconsin National Guard for 8 years and active duty for 9 months during the Berlin Crisis. Norel was united in marriage to Marleen J....

Joanne L. Minneker, age 69 of Camp Douglas died on Wednesday July 15, 2020 at her home with her family by her side.  Joanne was born on July 3, 1951 in Mauston, WI to Hans W. and Irene M. (Churchill) Beck.  Joanne attended the Tomah Schools and graduated from Tomah High School in 1969. On November 6, 1976 Joanne was united in marriage to Andrew L. Minneker III at the United Methodist Church in Camp Douglas. Joanne was employed by State of Wisconsin Military Affairs Volk Field and...

Brenda L. Martin, age 51 of Necedah, WI died on Tuesday, June 23, 2020 at Tomah Healthcare Center.  Brenda was the daughter of George and Betty (Eskridge) Sawisch and was born on January 30, 1969 in Illinois.  Brenda was a 1988 graduate of the Wonewoc High School.  She was united in marriage to James Martin and they later divorced after 19 years.  Brenda later moved to Necedah. Brenda enjoyed 4 wheeling, snowmobiling, horseback riding and more importantly spending time...

Thomas Charles Nowicki, age 38  of Mauston, WI. passed away June 21, 2020 in his home. He is remembered by his sense of humor, that he could make you laugh. He had a generous heart and would help others as he could. He loved movies and would critique them like a pro. He loved animals and was great with children. He was quick to come to the defense of those in need. He was loyal to those he knew well. His friends were just as much family as his own. He had worked in the construction...

Harold “Hal” Holmberg, age 81 of New Lisbon, WI died on Thursday, June 11, 2020 at Elroy Health Services in Elroy, WI.  Hal was the son of Albert E. and Elsie (Reynolds) Holmberg and was born on October 22, 1938 in Chicago, IL.  Hal graduated from Washburn High School in Chicago in 1956, and later went on to college.  He met Mary Elizabeth Helf while in school and they later married on September 30, 1961 at St. Marks Lutheran Church in Chicago.  Hal was...

Janet R. Wenskus, age 73 of Mauston, WI died on Wednesday June 10, 2020 at UW Hospital in Madison, WI.  Janet was the daughter of William H. and Ida (Treland) Ladwig and was born on November 15, 1946.  Janet was born and raised in Milwaukee and graduated from Bayview High School.  She was united in marriage to John Wenskus on July 2, 1966.  They moved to Waukesha in 1978 and then moved to Mauston in 1991.  Janet enjoyed listening to classic rock, and the...

Christine M. Petrick, age 68, of Suring, WI formerly of New Lisbon died on June 9, 2020 at the Bay of Suring Nursing Home in Suring, WI.  She was the daughter of Gerald W. and Ruth M. (Harteau) Simons and was born on January 2, 1952 in Green Bay, WI.  Christine was united in marriage to Jerry E. Petrick on May 6, 1977 in Milwaukee, WI.  They later moved to the Necedah and New Lisbon area.  Jerry preceded her in death on Aug. 20, 2003. Christine is survived by her brother...