First Name: Last Name:

Dr. Frederick H. Barge
Dr. Fred Barge, 70, of Onalaska, died at his home Wednesday, July 2, 2003. He was born in La Crosse to Dr. Henry and Pauline (Ruprecht) Barge. He was married in 1957 to Audrey (Thompson) Barge, and together they had three daughters, Amy, Sally and Patty. Dr. Fred Barge is survived by his wife, Audrey; daughters, Sally (Barge) Rusak and Dr. Patty (Barge) Berkley; two sons-in-law, Dr. Michael Rusak and Dr. Michael Berkley; 10 grandchildren, Steven, Audra, Jacob, Maxwell, Alana and Lucas Rusak, Amanda, Angela, Victor, and Alysa Berkley; and his sister, Caroline Barge. He was preceded in passing by his parents, Dr. Henry and Pauline Barge; and his daughter, Amy. Dr. Fred Barge was a second-generation chiropractor, and together with his father created the Barge Chiropractic Clinic in downtown La Crosse. The Barge Chiropractic Clinic and name has served the area for more than 75 years. He was a skilled and compassionate clinician who became internationally known for his expertise in scoliosis. He was the chiropractic profession's leading contemporary author. He has authored more than eight books that are used as curricular texts at the chiropractic colleges. He was a leading speaker and professor. He has held virtually every leadership position in the chiropractic profession and received every honor. He has touched the lives of countless patients, friends, chiropractic students and doctors across the world. Yet despite his larger-than-life accomplishments professionally, Dr. Fred will best be remembered as a man of great integrity, vision and compassion; a loving and thoughtful husband, father and grandfather. Words cannot express the gaping void his passing will leave on the chiropractic profession and in the hearts of his family and friends. A private family service will be held. Memorials may be sent to Palmer College of Chiropractic, 1000 Brady St., Davenport, IA 52803 or The International Chiropractors Association, 1110 N. Glebe Road No. 100, Arlington, VA 22201. Dickinson Family Funeral Homes assisted the family.

Ronald H. Dettman
Ronald "Ron" H. Dettman, 55, of Holmen died of cancer in his home, surrounded by his family, on Friday, July 4, 2003. He was born Jan. 26, 1948, in Reedsburg, Wis., to Harold and Rosella (Van Oudenhoven) Dettman. Ron was raised in Wonewoc, Wis., and graduated from Wonewoc High School in 1966 and attended the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. He married Judy Goody, Eleanor and Glenn, on July 2, 1985. He worked at L.B. White, as an accountant, with his friends, until his death. Ron is survived by his wife, Judy; three sons, Darrell (Dachelle) Dettman of Marshall, Wis., Glenn (Teresa) Goody of Fort Stewart, Ga., and Darren (Karen) Dettman of Sacramento, Calif.; a daughter, Eleanor (James) Herrick of Isanti, Minn.; grandchildren, Shelbi, Ryan and Kaitlyn Dettman; Trevor and Taylor Goody; and Rachel and Ben Herrick; three sisters, Monica (Ernest) Stroud of Kershaw, S.C., Sally (Lloyd) Byington of Wonewoc and Christann Dittman of Clintonville, Wis.; three nieces and two nephews; and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Rosella; and his stepfather, Joseph Robertson. Visitation was held at Dickinson Family Funeral Home in Holmen on Tuesday. Burial was in Pine Eden Cemetery in Wonewoc. Memorials may be given to the Oncology Building at the Franciscan-Skemp Medical Center

Anna M. Rolfe
Anna M. Rolfe, 85, of Onalaska, lost her courageous battle with cancer on Sunday, July 7, 2003, at Franciscan Skemp Healthcare. She was born in Luxenburg, Iowa, on July 23, 1917, to Peter and Eva (Stangl) Spoden. She married William Rolfe in Wexford, Iowa, on Sept. 26, 1941. Anna worked at the Holiday Inn in La Crosse for many years. In her later years, she enjoyed volunteering at La Crosse Lutheran Hospital. Anna was a caring and loving woman with a great sense of humor. She loved the simple things in life, many of which most of us take for granted: the moon at night, flowers in the spring, Riverside Park and the brilliant colors of autumn. She will be sadly missed by her loving family, her newly found friends at Onalaska Terrace, and special friends Bob and Patty Betz. She is survived by a daughter, Mary Jansky (Tom Betz) of Onalaska; a son, William (Sandy) Rolfe of Centralia, Wash.; and a sister, Sister Orielda Spoden, FSPA, of La Crosse; seven grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, William, in July 1954, parents, two brothers and four sisters. In accordance with Anna's wishes, there was no formal visitation. Chapel services were held July 9 at Mormon Coulee Memorial Park. Memorials are preferred to St. Patrick's Catholic Church, Coulee Region Humane Society or a charity of the donor's choice.

Donovan R. Pfaff
Donovan R. Pfaff, 77, of Holmen, passed away Tuesday, July 1, 2003, at Marinuka Manor in Galesville, Wis. He was born May 26, 1926, in the town of Farmington, Mindoro, Wis., to George A. and Nettie (Pfaff) Pfaff. Donovan was baptized and confirmed at Burr Oak Lutheran Church. On April 6, 1946, he was united in marriage to Joyce Sacia, also at Burr Oak Lutheran Church. Donovan and Joyce owned and operated the home farm for more than 57 years. In addition, they owned and operated other farms along with their son, Leon. Donovan was reserved, yet very well respected by the community, being chosen to serve in many capacities. He served as a member of the Melrose-Mindoro School Board for 45 years, and was a director of the First National Bank of Bangor for nearly 35 years. He also was a member of Lewis Valley Lutheran Church, where he served on the church council on two different occasions. Donovan is survived by his wife, Joyce; five children, David (Pauline) Pfaff of La Crosse, Leon (Ruth) Pfaff of Holmen, Mary (Dennis) Hildebrandt of Eau Claire, Wis., Douglas (Martha) Pfaff of Mount Horeb, Wis., and Donovan (Nitza) Pfaff of Madison; 11 grandchildren, Gregory (Laura) Pfaff of Milwaukee, Bradley (Betty) Pfaff of Onalaska, Lori (Chris) Lofald of Onalaska, Shawn (Gwen) Pfaff of Madison, Tracey (Rick) Tumaniec of Black River Falls, Wis., Justin, Stephanie, and Lincoln Pfaff of Mount Horeb, Amy and Jennifer Hildebrandt of Eau Claire, and Donovan Manuel Pfaff of Madison; and five great-grandchildren, Paige, Anna Marie and Claire Lofald of Onalaska, and Andrew and Elizabeth Pfaff, also of Onalaska. Donovan was preceded in death by his parents, five brothers and one sister. Funeral services were July 5 at 1:30 p.m. at Lewis Valley Lutheran Church, Holmen. Burial was in the church cemetery.

Helen C. Wall
Helen C. Wall, 79, of Holmen, died Tuesday, July 1, 2003, surrounded by her family at the Mulder Home in West Salem, Wis. She was born Dec. 18, 1923, in La Crosse to Nordall and Amanda Nelson. She married Philip G. Wall on Nov. 4, 1944, at the Vang Lutheran Church in Westby, Wis. She started her working career at Lutheran Hospital and St. Francis Hospital. During World War II, she worked at the La Crosse Ordnance Plant. After the war, she traveled with her husband in a seven-state area, for the U.S. government, inspecting weather bureau stations. Helen and her husband owned and operated an A&W drive-in in Carroll, Iowa, for 12 years. She did secretarial work for Coulee Welding and Fabricating and also Coulee Signs for 27 years. She was a member of the Holmen Lutheran Church Ladies Aid, Sewing Circle and the Holmen Legion Auxiliary. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting, making candles, camping and spending a lot of happy years with her loyal golden retriever, Coulee. She will be greatly missed by those who were fortunate enough to have known her. She is survived by her husband, Philip; a son, Michael; and three sisters, Genevieve Snodgrass of La Crosse, Elnores (Harlan) Lindvig of La Crosse and Karen Lundwig of Westby. Her parents; a daughter, Carol; two sisters, Norene Anderson and Myra Hahn; and two brothers-in-law, Calvin Snodgrass and Lyle Anderson, preceded her in death. Funeral services were held Tuesday at Holmen Lutheran Church. Burial was in the Long Coulee Cemetery.

Vivian F. Rybold
Vivian F. Rybold, 67, of Onalaska, died on Friday, June 27, 2003, at the Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center in La Crosse. She was born Dec. 6, 1935, in La Crosse, to Max and Ruth (Kemen) Peshak. She married Kenneth Rybold on Oct. 8, 1955, in La Crosse. She had worked as a nurse at Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center for 25 years. Vivian enjoyed going to casinos, traveling, golfing, going for rides with her husband on his Harley and spending time with her grandchildren. She is survived by her husband, Ken; three children, Gail of Pennsylvania, David (Gina) Rybold and their three children, Jamie, Stephanie and Tony, all of Onalaska, and Patti (Fred) Lezpona and their three children, Nathan, Emily and Jacob, all of Holmen; a sister, Jackie (John) Mitchell of Sarasota, Fla.; a brother, Bob (Ruth) Peshak of La Crosse; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents. A Mass of Christian Burial was held July 2 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Patrick's Catholic Church, Onalaska. Burial was in the Catholic Cemetery.

Thomas A. Mulrine
Thomas A. Mulrine, 69, passed away peacefully at his home Thursday, June 26, 2003, surrounded by his family, after a long, courageous battle with cancer. He was born Nov. 27, 1933, in La Crosse, to Daniel and Elfreda (Mason) Mulrine. He attended schools in La Crosse and was a 1952 graduate of Logan Senior High School. On May 2, 1953, he married Marlene Haines at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Onalaska. From 1955 to 1957, he served in the United States Navy aboard the destroyer USS Healy. He worked at the Trane Company for 40 years and was a member of the 25 Year Club. He participated in several horseshoe leagues, where he won many trophies and pitched in the World Tournaments in 1987. He enjoyed his family, camping, fishing, woodworking and was an avid Green Bay Packer and Milwaukee Brewer fan. He took great pride in his lawn and flowers. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, who was known to be able to fix anything and will be greatly missed by many. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Marlene; children, Katherine (Tom) Viner of La Crosse, Patrick (Jo Dee) Mulrine of Onalaska, Michael (Joan) Mulrine of Onalaska, Sandra (Randy) Evans of Aster, Fla., Paula (Tom) Baumgartner of La Crosse, Molly (Craig) Davidson of Overland Park, Kan., and Tim (Cara) Mulrine of Kasson, Minn.; 18 grandchildren, Kristen (Matt) Megill, Stephanie (Scott) Napiecek, Barb Viner, Nolan and Harrison Mulrine, Kia and David Mulrine, Cassandra, Richard, Nicole and Amber Evans, Jennie and Andrew Carson, Hannah Baumgartner, Amanda, Alicia, and Andrea Davidson, Norah Mulrine; and one great-grandson, Mason Viner. An infant son, Thomas, his parents and two sisters, Gloria Geary and Patricia Crafton, preceded him in death. The Mass of the Christian burial was July 1 at St. Patrick's Catholic Church. Burial was in the Onalaska Cemetery.

Sherry R. Tabbert
Sherry R. Tabbert, 59, of Holmen, died at her home Thursday, June 26, 2003. She was born July 21, 1943, in La Crosse to Ray and Violet (Lee) Berzinski. She married Lynn Tabbert on April 18, 1964. She is survived by her husband, Lynn; a son, John Tabbert of La Crosse; her mother, Violet Risberg of Holmen; six sisters, Diane (Wayne) Tourville of Holmen, Rae Delle (Steven) Nelson and Wendey Berxinski, both of Whitehall, Wis., Peggy (Gary) Boe and Lynette (Mike) Olson, both of Taylor, Wis., and Betsy (Mike) Tushkowski of Junction City, Wis.; three brothers, Butch (Pam) Berzinski of Oxford, Wis., Brian (Rachel) Berzinski of Ettrick, Wis., and Mark (Heidi) Berzinski of Blair, Wis.; several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins; two special friends, Sandy and Loren Nerby; and a very special neighbor, Wendy, who helped the family greatly through rough times. She was preceded in death by her father, Ray Berzinski, and her stepfather, Oscar Risberg. Funeral services were July 1 at Holmen Lutheran Church. Burial was in Onalaska Cemetery.

Margaret May Niles
Margaret May Niles, La Crosse, a resident of Bethany St. Joseph Care Center for the past six and a half years, died on Sunday, June 29, 2003, a few days after her 96th birthday. Born on June 24, 1907, to Roy and Sophia (Hanifl)Pendleton, she was the oldest of nine children. She married William D. Niles on Oct. 3, 1931, and through that marriage they had five children. Margaret was a lifetime "North Sider" and devoted much of her life to her family and community. She attended Logan High School through the 11th grade and graduated from La Crosse (Central) High School in 1925. At that time Logan did not have a graduating class, and all North Side seniors had to commute to Central. Margaret spent most of her life as a homemaker, and after the death of her husband in 1958, with five children at home, she worked in the wedding and party catering business for many years. Margaret remained an avid Logan booster long after the graduation of her children and was proud that some of her grandchildren would years later also graduate from Logan. Margaret worked with many civic projects in La Crosse, including being active in Oktoberfest since its inception. Her last involvement was in 2001 when she was able to attend the Festmasters Ball with family members. By then she had become wheelchair bound, but was able to ride on the Past Parade Marshall Float that year in the Maple Leaf Parade. She was the first woman Oktoberfest Torchlight Parade Marshal in 1972. She was honored with the Greater La Crosse Area Chamber of Commerce "Good Citizen Award" in 1983, and received the YWCA Tribute to Outstanding Women Volunteer Services Award in 1984. She received a Parent Volunteer Award from the Blue Stars Drum Corps for her many years of service to them, she was Oktoberfest button chairman for the Blue Stars Booster Club and was second cook for the Oktoberfest Food tents. Because her twin daughters were members of the Drum Corps from its inception, she traveled with them on many trips and was the Corps "cook." Margaret had a tireless commitment to help those in need. She helped raise money for cancer and mental health. She was chairman of the North Side Red Cross drive for 20 years. She campaigned for 17 years for United Fund and Wisconsin Heart Association campaign drives, city- and county-wide for five years. She held many offices both locally and statewide over a 20-year time span with the Navy Mothers organization and was a tireless worker at the U.S. Veterans Hospital in Tomah, always driving a car load of volunteers monthly for over 30 years. She volunteered for years as a Sunday evening cook in the Newman Center soup kitchen sponsored by the Cooperative Campus Ministry. She was known to make a pot of soup for $2 and feed a crowd. She made hundreds of apple pies for fund-raisers at the Roncalli Newman Center. She worked as a board member of the Emergency Food Store, an interchurch project supplying free food to the destitute. Her ability to swing into action and fill the larders was legendary. She also was past North Side chairman of the Community Chest "Special Gifts," and served on the Bicentennial Commission, State Humanities Commission, South Side Seniors and the Retired Senior Volunteers Program Board of Directors for four years. She was an original committee member for the annual Thanksgiving dinners, on which she was active until she was in her 90s and is now enjoyed by thousands annually. In 1972, she was general chairman of the 50th anniversary of the La Crosse Girl Reserves, which she had joined while in high school. Margaret was an avid bingo player, and played all over the country while visiting family members. Her family enjoyed teasing her that when she moved to Bethany St. Joseph Care Center she's be recruiting bingo players there, and it was true. She played until the time of her death. Margaret is survived by her children, Patricia Hanna of Fremont, Mich., Nancy (Ken) Proctor and Michael (Christine) Niles, both of Holmen; Virginia (Leonard) DeAngelis of Ridgecrest, Calif., and Julie (Delton) Denzer of Winona, Minn.; 16 grandchildren, Tammy (Jeff) Woodring, Christopher (Wendy) Hanna, Gregory (Diana) Hanna, Mark (Cheryl) Hanna, Molly (Steve Makowski) Hanna, Rick Proctor, Kirby Proctor, Angela (Shawn) Nelson, Natalie (Randy) Hafner, Bill (Laurie) Niles, Andrew Niles, Janelle DeAngelis, Michael DeAngelis, Tony DeAngelis, Jeremy Denzer, Betsy Denzer, Amanda Denzer; 39 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren; sisters, Mary Ryan and Evelyn Ogden; brothers, Arnold (Gertrude) and Joseph Pendleton; sisters-in-law, Lou Pendleton Joyce Pendleton and Jane Tobin; many nieces and nephews and their families. Margaret was proceeded in death by her husband, Bill, in 1958; her parents; brothers, Edward, Raymond, Howard and Arthur; grandsons, Randy and Keith Proctor; and son-in-law, Julius Hanna. A Mass of Christian burial will be held Thursday, July 3, at 10 a.m. in Roncalli Newman Center Parish. The Rev. Mark Pierce will officiate, and private family burial will be in the Catholic Cemetery. Friends may call at the church Thursday from 9 a.m. until the time of service. Memorials are preferred to Roncalli Newman Center, Bethany St. Joseph Care Center, or your favorite charity.

Elroy C. Gartner
Elroy C. Gartner, 71, of La Crosse died Sunday, June 29, 2003, at Hillview Health Care Center. He was born in Onalaska on March 4, 1932, to Clarence and Elva (Peterson) Gartner. He married Rita R. Eeg on Sept. 8, 1956, in La Crosse. She preceded him in death March 19, 1993. Elroy was a 1950 graduate of Logan High School. He later received his bachelor's degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He was employed for a brief time at Allis-Chalmers, and then served with the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Elroy was later employed as an adjudicator with the state of Wisconsin Unemployment Compensation Division for 30 years before retiring in 1990. He was a member of the Roy L. Vingers American Legion Post 52 of La Crosse. Elroy is survived by one daughter, Kathleen Gartner of Onalaska; one son, John Gartner of La Crosse; his mother, Elva Schneider of La Crosse; two grandchildren, Chet and Maria Gartner, both of Holmen, Wis.; two brothers, Jerome (Bonnie) Gartner and Marlin Schneider, both of Madison; and nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Mary Theresa; two infant sons, James Timothy and Michael Thomas; his father, Clarence; his stepfather, Donald Schneider; and a sister-inlaw, Georgia Schneider. Funeral services will be held Thursday, July 3, at 10:30 a.m., at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in La Crosse. The Rev. Lawrence B. Berger will officiate. Entombment, with military honors will follow in the St. Francis of Assisi Mausoleum in the Catholic Cemetery. Friends may call at the church Thursday from 10 a.m. until the time of services. There also will be a get-together for family and friends at the American Legion Post 52 Clubroom at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday. Schumacher Kish Funeral Home of La Crosse is in charge of arrangements.

Irvin H. Johnson
Irvin H. Johnson, 21, of Onalaska died Saturday, June 28, 2003, in La Crosse. He was born Oct. 1, 1981, in Coquille, Ore., to Jesse and Inez (Kay) (nee Carpenter) Johnson. He married Vanessa on Oct. 2, 2002, in La Crosse. Irvin loved his wife, watching her smile and laugh, and was looking forward to the birth of their son, Conner Irvin Braeden Johnson. He also enjoyed computers and playing computer games, as well as working on cars and singing karaoke. In addition to his wife, Irvin is survived by his loving parents; and seven brothers and sisters, Susan Kinney of Onalaska, James of Sweden, Richard of Galesville, Wis., Michael of La Crosse, Ken (Becky) of Onalaska, Pam (Michael) Craig of Holmen, Wis., and Nancy Faas of La Crosse; his maternal grandmother, Inez Deters of Onalaska; and nieces and nephews. He was proceeded in death by his paternal grandparents, Edward G. and Aveline Johnson; and maternal grandfather, Ervin R. Carpenter. Funeral services will be held Thursday, July 3, at 11 a.m. from Apostolic Church, Onalaska, with the Rev. Mark Boyd officiating. Burial will follow in the Cataract Cemetery in Cataract, Wis. Friends may call at Fossum Funeral Home of Onalaska on Wednesday, July 2 from 5 to 8 p.m.

Maida E. Borchert
Maida E. Borchert, 85, formerly of Onalaska, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 29, 2003, at Franciscan Skemp Nursing Home in Arcadia, Wis., where she has been a resident for the past three years. She was born on Feb. 12, 1918, in Sparta, Wis., to George and Majel (Houghteling) Nauman. She married Harold "Mose" Borchert on April 1, 1935, and he preceded her in death in 1988. She is survived by one son, Bill (Judy) Borchert of Arcadia; one daughter, Edyth (George) Exley of Bonaire, Ga.; three sisters, Elizabeth, Ruth and Violet; one brother, Ted; seven grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by one sister; one daughter and one grandson. Memorial services were Wednesday, July 2, at Fossum Funeral Home, Onalaska. Burial was in Asbury Cemetery.

Harold L. 'Junior' Sandvick
Harold L. "Junior" Sandvick 58, of Onalaska died Monday, July 14, 2003, at the Onalaska Care Center. He was born in Genoa, Wis. on July 21, 1944, to Harold T. and Mary F. (Hall) Sandvick. He married Phyllis Lang on June 22, 1963, and they later divorced. Junior had owned and operated Junior's Standard station in Onalaska for several years. He is survived by four daughters; Sandra (John) Campbell of Holmen, Vicki (Mark) Blom of Onalaska, Tina (Troy) Beeler of Inver Grove Heights, Minn., and Kristi (Mitch) Larson of Marshfield, Wis; one son David (Cindi) Sandvick of Holmen; three sisters, Hazel (Keith) Gouwens of Mindoro Wis., Anita (Larry) Malin of Genoa and Charmaine Oliver of Genoa; three brothers, LaVern (Garnet) Sandwick of Stoddard, Wis., Ray (Valera) Sandvick of Onalaska and Roy (Iris) Sandvick of Chaseburg, Wis.; one sister-in-law Shirley Sandvick of De Soto, Wis.; and 10 grandchildren: Jacob Campbell, Adam, Jordan and Tyler Blum, Maxx Beeler, Trenton, Trevor and Trey Larson, and Nathan and Morgan Sandvick. He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister, Beulah, and one brother, Archie. A memorial gathering was held July 16 at the Schumacher-Kish Funeral Home of La Crosse. In keeping with Junior's wishes, his body was cremated and a private family burial was planned for a later date.

Joyce Elaine Cross Schultz
Joyce Elaine Cross Schultz, 72, of La Crosse, died Monday, July 7, 2003, in her home. She was born Jan. 12, 1931, in Osseo, Wis., to Lawrence and Charlotte (Jurjens) Cross. She married Jerry D. Schultz on July 27, 1949, in La Crosse. Joyce was a graduate of Aquinas High School, class of 1949. She was a devoted housewife and mother. In 1983, she began work as a tax preparer for H&R Block, retiring in 1998, and the past five years was a volunteer tax preparer for AARP. She is survived by five daughters, Debra (William) Sommers of Sparta, Wis., Lynda (Michael) Kemp of La Crosse, Suzi (Stephen) Dazey of California, Christine Schultz of Burnsville, Minn., and Lisa Bell of La Crosse; three sons, Michael (Susan) Schultz of La Crosse, Jeffrey (Kathleen) Schultz and David (Mary) Schultz, both of Onalaska; eight grandchildren, Terry Sommers, Kimberly and Kevin Schultz, Nathan, Justin and Gretchen Kemp, Faith Rodriguez and Tyler Bell. She is further survived by four sisters, Dorothy Grabar, Norma Wurzel, Barbara Murray and Sandra Ellsworth; and one brother, John Cross. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry, on Sept. 26, 1988, her parents; two sisters, Helen and Kathy; and one brother, Jerry. Funeral services were held at July 12 at Blaschke Funeral Homes-Nelson Chapel in La Crosse.

Ruth G. Monsoor
Ruth G. Monsoor, 90, of La Crosse, died Thursday, July 10, 2003, at her home. She was born Sept. 29, 1912 in Ontario, Wis., to Edgar and Janie (Hart) Abbott. On March 30, 1935, she married William M. Monsoor in La Crosse. Ruth was a former member of Onalaska United Methodist Church and was currently a member of Wesley United Methodist Church in La Crosse. Throughout her life she was very active in church activities. Survivors include one son, Douglas (Jane) Monsoor of Lakewood, Colo.; one granddaughter, Beverly (Glenn) Houdek of Littleton, Colo.; two great-grandchildren; one sister, Della Malphy of Colorado; a special niece, Pat (Orlando) Lee of La Crosse; and many other nieces, nephews and other family. A special thank-you to: Carolyn and Richard Beane, Terri and Jon Brenner, Lois Benedict and Pat and Ole Lee for their loving care of Ruth. Ruth was preceded in death by her husband on July 6, 1989, one sister, Maude Little and a brother, Verne Abbott. Memorial services were held July 17 at Wesley United Methodist Church. Memorials may be given to Wesley United Methodist Church, Onalaska United Methodist Church or the Salvation Army. The Woodruff-Jandt Funeral Home, La Crosse, was in charge of arrangements.

Joyce Francis Louise (Knudson) Osborn
GALESVILLE, Wis. - Joyce Francis Louise (Knudson) Osborn, 78, of Galesville, died Sunday, July 13, 2003, in Lakeview Health Center, West Salem. Joyce was born May 24, 1925, in Holmen to Louis and Josephine (Pfaff) Knudson. She married Merlin "Smiley" Osborn Sr. on Aug. 4, 1945. She worked for the Holmen Canning Co. and then for Westfalia-Surge (Galesville Mfg.) until her retirement. Joyce was a member of Zion Lutheran Church, Galesville. Survivors are her children, LaVonne (David) Thompson of Gilman, Wis., Gerald (Susan) Osborn of Ettrick, Wis., David (Cheri) Osborn of La Crosse, Merlin (MaeDean) Osborn of Blue Grass, Iowa; Linda (David) Daffinson of Holmen, Beverly Milton (friend Richard) of Ettrick, Wis., Judith Doerr of Merrill, Wis., Donald (Rose) Osborn of Fayetteville, N.C., Randy (fiancee Sandy) Osborn of Melrose, Wis., Tina (Roger) Nelson of La Crosse, and Kathleen (Gene) Zakrzewicz of Gilman; 38 grandchildren; and 31 great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband and parents, Joyce was preceded in death by a son LeRoy, two grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, two brothers and two sisters. Funeral services were held July 17 at Zion Lutheran Church, Galesville. Burial was in Pine Cliff Cemetery, Galesville.

Alfred A. Anderson
KENDALL, Wis, - Alfred A. Anderson, 95, of Kendall and formerly of Tomah, died Sunday, July 13, 2003, at the Heritage Manor in Elroy, Wis. He was born June 9, 1908, to Alex and Gina (Johnson) Anderson in the town of Clifton. Alfred was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran Faith at Fountain Lutheran Church. He was united in marriage to Lulu Preuss on June 26, 1934, at Rocky Run. They farmed in the town of Clifton for many years and moved to Tomah in 1966. While living in Tomah they were active members of Gloria Dei Lutheran Church. He is survived four sons, Norman (Ruth) of Janesville, Wis., Thomas (Sharon) of Holmen, Dale (Nancy) of Fort Atkinson, Wis., and Anthony (Joyce) of Kendall; nine grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife Lulu on March 24, 1992; a grandson Gary Anderson; three brothers; two sisters; two infant brothers; and an infant sister. Funeral services were held July 17 at Fountain Lutheran Church, town of Fountain. Burial was in the church cemetery.

Catherine B. Weaver
Catherine B. Weaver, 95, of Arcadia, Wis., passed away Saturday, July 12, 2003, at Franciscan Skemp Healthcare Nursing Home in Arcadia. She was born Nov. 23, 1907, in Arcadia to Ignatz and Anna (Pierzina) Thoma. In April 1931, Catherine married Roman Weaver at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Arcadia. He passed away Sept. 12, 1978. Catherine was a member of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church and the Rosary Society. She is survived by two sons, Jerry Weaver of Cape Cora, Fla., and Linus (Ruth) Weaver of Onalaska; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; and one sister, Monica Jarozewski of Milwaukee. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by two sons, Bruno and Roman Jr.; one granddaughter, Sandy Weaver; four sisters and six brothers. A Mass of Christian burial was held July 15 at the Holy Family Parish (upper unit) in Arcadia. Burial was in St. Stanislaus Cemetery, Arcadia.

Sharon K. Barilani
Sharon K. Barilani, 62, of Onalaska, died peacefully on Sunday, July 20, 2003, after a long and courageous struggle with Alzheimer's disease at Hillview Health Care Center, La Crosse. She was born Feb. 3, 1941, in La Crosse, to Milton and Verna (Page) Hauser. She married Gerald P. Merfeld on June 20, 1959 and after her divorce in 1970, she married Kenneth G. Barilani on Feb. 20, 1971. She is survived by her beloved husband, Kenneth; three daughters, Cherryl (Michael) Baum, Lori (Russ Edmison) Melde and Ronda (Kelly) Kennedy; eight grandchildren she adored, Jayme Potterton, Brandyn Baum, Nicholas Merfeld, Rachel and Jennifer Melde, Jonathan Lennartz and Ryan and Kaytlinn Kennedy. She is also survived by two sisters, Trudy (Richard) Lee and Presious (Ronald) Flottmeier; three brothers, Dennis (Diane) Hauser, Richard (Mary) Hauser and Fred (Joyce) Hauser; one brother-in-law, Roger (Nancy) Barilani; and one sister-in-law, Patricia Seubert. She was preceded in death by her father, mother, mother-in-law, Beverly Olson-Barilani, and one brother, Gary Hauser. Sharon was a seamstress by profession, sewing and doing alterations for several stores in Valley View Mall for many years until she became ill. Her hobbies were crafting and selling her crafts at the La Crosse Center's annual Holiday Fair and cashing in pop cans to give a little extra money to her grandchildren. This extra money added up to several thousand dollars. She was loved by all with whom she came in contact and was a very caring wife, mother, grandmother, sister, friend and neighbor. Memorials may be given to the La Crosse Alzheimer's Association - Riverland Chapter in her memory. Funeral services were held July 24 at Dickinson Family Funeral Home, 401 Main Street, Onalaska. Burial was in the Woodlawn Cemetery in La Crosse.

Herbert T. Olson
Herbert T. "Herb" Olson, 80, passed away on Sunday, July 20, 2003, at his home after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born Sept. 15, 1922, in Viroqua, Wis., to Olaf and Christine (Unger) Olson. Herbert graduated from Westby High School. He enlisted in the United States Army, serving three years during World War II with the 106th Cavalry Reconnaissance Squadron in the European theater of operation. On July 3, 1948, he married Florence Dolan in Prairie du Chien, Wis. Herbert worked for Gateway Transportation Co. until his retirement. Herb is survived by his wife, Florence; five children, David (Constance) Olson of Onalaska, Robert (Connie) Olson of Cheyenne, Wyo., Gary (Julie) Olson of Kennewick, Wash., Janet Olson of Rochester, Minn. and Kathleen Olson of La Crosse; two brothers, Harold Olson of La Crosse and Earl (Dorothy) Olson of Sussex, Wis.; two sisters, Mamie Prechel of Antigo, Wis. and Arlene Lancour of La Crosse,; 14 grandchildren and 11 great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by five brothers and one sister. Funeral services are at 11 a.m. today (Friday, July 25) at Woodruff-Jandt Funeral Home, 4239 Mormon Coulee Road, La Crosse. Chaplain Kathleen Charles from Franciscan Skemp Medical Center will officiate. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery, La Crosse. Friends may call at the funeral home today from 10 a.m. until the time of service.

Margaret Krueger
Margaret Krueger, 90, of La Crosse, died at Franciscan Skemp Medical Center on Sunday, July 20, 2003. She was born in Westby, Wis., on March 22, 1913, to Conrad and Alma (Moen) Von Ruden. She married Richard Krueger and he preceded her in death on April 29, 1999. She graduated from Cashton High School and had attended La Crosse Normal School. Margaret taught at rural schools including, the Striped School, Pleasant Valley School and retired from Irving Pertsch Elementary in Onalaska. After retirement, she volunteered at the Senior Citizen Center. She had been a member of the Brush Creek Lutheran Church in Ontario, Wis., for many years. She lived in La Crosse until the last 18 months when she moved to the Mulder Health Care Center, West Salem, Wis. and then the Helen House II, Bangor, Wis. She is survived by her son, David of Waterloo, Iowa; nephew, Gary of Ontario, Wis., and several other nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, Margaret was preceded in death by two sisters and three brothers. Funeral services were held July 24 at Sletten McKee Hanson Funeral Home, La Crosse. Entombment was in the Gardens of Peace Mausoleum.

Rudolph W. 'Rudy' Servais
Rudolph W. "Rudy" Servais, 91, of La Crosse, passed into eternal life Monday, July 14, 2003, at Hillview Health Care Center. He was born Feb. 7, 1912, in St. Joseph Ridge to Louis and Emma (Bahr) Servais. He married Louise Becker on July 21, 1936, in St. Joseph Ridge and they would have celebrated their 67th wedding anniversary in one week. Rudy had worked for La Crosse County for several years. He then farmed and worked as a patrolman for the town of Greenfield for many years and also worked for Hess Excavating until his retirement. Rudy is survived by his wife Louise; 11 children, Al (Mary) of La Crosse, Charles (Ellen) of La Crosse, Lorraine (Mark) Malinof La Crosse, JoAnn (Tom) Neuverth of Omaha, Neb., Linda (Gary) Werner of Stoddard, Wis., Joseph (Cathy) of Richey, Mont., Pete (Sue) of Onalaska, Dale (Mindy) of Richland Center, Wis., Matt (Cari) of La Crosse, Audrey (Loren) Haasof Spring Lake, Minn. and Sharon (Eric) Hensgen of Tampa, Fla.; 35 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, Stephen; his parents, five brothers and one sister. A Mass of Christian Burial was held July 19 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, St. Joseph Ridge. Burial was in St. Joseph's Catholic Cemetery.

Ruth Heltsley
Ruth Heltsley, 78, died peacefully at her home Tuesday, July 15, 2003. She was born March 1, 1925, in La Crosse. That same year, she was adopted by William and Hannah Manning. She married Theron "Doc" Heltsley on June 23, 1984, in Sparta, Wis. She worked at La Crosse Footwear for 25 years and at Desmonds and other businesses until her retirement. Ruth is survived by her son, Bernard Lecher of Onalaska; three grandchildren, John and Sara Lecher of Onalaska, Michele and Brian Kuesel of Baldwin, Wis. and Eric and Mary Jane Lecher of Onalaska; seven great-grandchildren, Nolan, Kelsey and Garrett Kuesel, Kimberly and Samantha Henderson, Aliyah Atchison and Louden Lecher; and brother-in-law, Monty and Hazel Lecher of Stoddard, Wis. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Bernard Lecher Sr.; second husband, Theron "Doc" Heltsley; a sister, Barbara Manning; and a daughter-in-law, Carol Lecher. Funeral services were held July 21 at Dickinson Family Funeral Home, La Crosse. Burial was in French Island Cemetery.

James Lee Grooms Jr.
James "Jim" Lee Grooms Jr., 76, of Yuma, Ariz. died peacefully in his sleep Sunday, July 20, 2003, at his home. He was born July 10, 1927, in Decatur, Ill. Survivors include his wife, Dusty, of Yuma; sons, Steve (Shirley) of Cataract, Wis., Mark (Judy) of Onalaska and Matt (Mary) of Scottsdale, Ariz.; and grandchildren Carrie Ann, Ryan Christopher and Autumn Lynn; and a great-granddaughter, Ally Marie. Following Jim's wishes, there will be no services. Memorials are preferred to Hospice of Yuma or Greater Foothills Helping Hands.

Justin James Westfall
Justin James Westfall, 11, the son of James L. and Shirley A. (May) Westfall of Onalaska, died Friday, July 25, 2003, at Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center, La Crosse. He was born on Oct. 4, 1991, in La Crosse. He attended Holmen public schools. Justin is survived by his loving parents and his brother, Lucas Lee Westfall of Onalaska; his maternal great-grandmother, Beatrice Andrews of Necedah, Wis.; maternal grandparents, William and Donna May of Necedah; paternal grandparents, Lee and Mary Westfall of Pleasanton, Calif.; as well as many aunts and uncles. "Justin was our angel on loan from God. He brought love and joy to all who knew him. His strength and courage amazed us all. He loved puzzles, Barney videos, his swing set and hugs. Justin's short life touched many people. He is sadly missed and will be in our hearts forever. We love you Justin." A memorial service was held July 30 at Schumacher-Kish Funeral Home of La Crosse. The family requests memorials be directed to the Children's Miracle Network.

Loretta F. Parizek
Loretta F. Parizek, 88, of Holmen died in her home on Tuesday, July 22, 2003. She was born in Chicago on May 25, 1915, to John and Louise (Wills) Gorski. She had married David Parizek and he preceded her in death on Sept. 23, 1995. Graveside services were held July 25 in Greenmound Cemetery, Holmen.

Craig D. Goodenough
Craig D. Goodenough, 53, of La Crescent died Thursday, July 24, 2003. He was born Nov. 24, 1949, in La Crosse to Delbert and Geneva (Syverson) Goodenough. Craig married Diane M. Benson at La Crescent United Methodist Church in La Crescent on Oct. 7, 1978. He had worked at Pepsi Cola Bottling Co. of La Crosse for 30 years. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed fishing and hunting. Craig was a loving family man. He was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need and always had time to enjoy a cup of coffee with those he loved. In addition to his wife, Diane, he is survived by his daughter, Marie (Thomas) Bouchard of Buffalo, N.Y.; his son, Nathan (fiancé, Melissa Johnson) Goodenough of Sparta, Wis.; four grandchildren, Courtney Goodenough, Mathew Mondo, Eric Bouchard and Zachary Bouchard; eight sisters, Jeanne (Dale) Marcou of West Salem, Wis., Tammy (David) Wilson of Richland Center, Wis., Shirley Proctor of Holmen, Wis., Mary Goodenough of La Crosse, Kathleen Bouchard and her fiancé, Paul, of Holmen, Carleen (Michael) Marker of Galesville, Wis., Vickie Goodenough of Melrose, Wis. and Susan Goodenough of La Crosse; three brothers, Burt Goodenough of Mountain, Wis., Michael Goodenough of Nekoosa, Wis. and Ronald (Sharon) Syverson of La Crosse. His parents preceded him in death. Funeral services were held July 28 at La Crescent United Methodist Church. Burial was in Toledo Cemetery, La Crescent.

Jeanette A. Longmire
Jeanette A. Longmire, 70, of La Crosse and formerly of Chaseburg, Wis., died at her home Friday, July 25, 2003. She was born in La Crosse on Sept. 16, 1932, to William and Matilda (Gilles) Schams. She married Max B. Longmire on April 14, 1952, at the Cathedral of St. Joseph the Workman in La Crosse. He preceded her in death on June 21, 2001. Jeanette had a good head for business and enjoyed taking businesses that were failing and making them successful again. She owned and operated grocery stores on St. Joseph Ridge and Chaseburg and Westby for many years. She and her husband also owned Max's Beer Garden on St. Joseph Ridge for several years. Throughout her life, Jeanette was a devoted mother and grandmother, even up to the very end of her life. She loved her flowers and was an avid gardener and enjoyed fishing with her grandchildren. She also enjoyed quilting while sitting next to her fireplace at home. Jeanette is survived by her five children, Maxine (Tom) Jacobs of Coon Valley, Wis., Greg (Susan) Longmire of Onalaska, Patrick (Debra) Longmire of Spring Grove, Minn., Susan (Ric) Tuma of Cashton, Wis., and Tom (Lynette) Longmire of Coon Valley; 13 grandchildren, Kris (Eric) Hanson, Sara (Charlie) Kujak, Katie and Emily Longmire, Jennifer (Jeff) Dehning, Joel Moore, Meghann and Patrick Longmire, Leah (Andy) Milde, Rian, Rebekah, and Max Tuma and Joshua Longmire; and five great-grandchildren, Thomas and Lucy Kujak, Caleb Hanson, and Christian and Mya Dehning. She is further survived by two sisters, Louise Bahr and Joan (Richard) Arneson, both of La Crosse; four brothers, Donald (Louise) Schams of Bella Vista, Ark., and Vincent (Lois) Schams, William (Shirley) Schams and Paul Schams, all of La Crosse; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, Jeanette was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Gerald and Ralph Schams. A Mass of Christian burial was held July 30 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, St. Joseph Ridge, with burial in the church cemetery. Memorials may be given to the Gundersen Lutheran Home for Hope Cancer Center.