Response to Erickson’s claims

Dear Editor, I am writing in response to last week's letter from Gregory Erickson who claims to be a "Constitution Defender".

Clearing up any misconceptions

Dear Editor, There comes a time in everyone's life when you are faced with hard decisions. So hard that you almost would rather continue to keep trudging through the mud rather than to clean your boots off and find solid ground to walk on

Barneveld school board will discuss referendum in October

The Barneveld School Board is continuing discussion for an operational referendum in 2024. At their September meeting the board decided 2023 is not an option and will look at the spring and fall election dates. The board would like input from the community and will place the matter on the …

Shannon Jasica to head Dodgeville PD

New Dodgeville Police Chief Shannon Jasica made a name for herself in law enforcement in Chicago and now she brings her expertise to this southwest Wisconsin community.

Chronicle writer gets the pickleball experience

One of America’s fastest growing sports, Pickleball, is now open and ready for play at Dodgeville’s John Wilson Memorial Park.

Pointers come up short in battle with Redbirds

Last Friday Night from Ron Murphy Field, the Darlington Redbirds took down the Mineral Point Pointers 20-13, taking sole control of first place in the SWAL.

Dodgers survive RC challenge

Dodgeville’s volleyball team had its work cut out for them at Richland Center Thursday.

Enloe, Ruth Mae Lorrene (Popp)

Ruth Mae Lorrene (Popp) Enloe of Rewey, WI was born May 14, 1927 to John and Erma (Amy) Gehrke Popp in Belmont, WI. Ruth died at the age of 96 on September 20, 2023 at Mel's Haven in Dodgeville, WI. Ruth died knowing she was loved beyond measure with family …

Butteris, Harold

Harold Butteris, age 84, of Pewaukee, passed away on September 18, 2023. Harold was born on May 25, 1939, to Melva (Tremelling) Butteris and Stansmore Butteris in Edmund. He was a witness to his father burning to death in 1942. He attended school at Edmund Elementary School and attended high …

Burke, Mary Ellen

Mary Ellen Burke, age 92, of Mineral Point passed away peacefully on Friday, September 22, 2023 at Mineral Point Health Services surrounded by her loving family.

Klar, Norbert "Bob"

Norbert "Bob" Klar, age, 94 of Highland, WI passed away peacefully on September 18, 2023. Bob was born on October 13th, 1928 in Platteville, WI to Cyril and Hazel (Buss) Klar and was the second oldest of ten children raised on the Klar Farm south of Platteville. He was united …

Kaiser, Cathryn Isabel

Cathryn Isabel Kaiser, 74, of Mineral Point, WI, passed away Saturday, September 16, 2023. A celebration of life open house will be held Thursday, September 28, 2023 from 4:30-6:30 at Shake Rag Alley Center for the Arts in the Lind Pavilion.

O'Flahrity, John "Jack" Leo

John "Jack" Leo O'Flahrity, age 94, of Dodgeville, passed away on Wednesday, September 13, 2023. Jack was born on February 21, 1929 in Chicago to Thomas and Mary (Shea) O'Flahrity. He married Bonnie Aide on July 30, 1952. Jack worked for the Cobb Lumber Company and did carpentry work throughout …

Perrin, David M.

David M. Perrin, age 92, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2023, at Sienna Crest Assisted Living, Dodgeville, WI. Dave was born on July 15, 1931, the oldest of three boys to Lucina and Frank Perrin in Beetown, WI.

Heaton, Steven David

On September 12, 2023, God called Steven David Heaton home. Steve was born on December 12, 1949 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to Ellsworth (Mick) Heaton and Joyce Dyar Heaton. His family moved to Mineral Point, Wisconsin, where he graduated from Mineral Point High School in 1968. During his high school years, …

Anderson, Robert (Bob) James

Robert James Anderson (Bob), passed away unexpectedly on September 9, 2023, at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Green Bay, Wisconsin.

Philipps, Roger Joseph

Roger Joseph Philipps, age 81, of Dodgeville passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 9, 2023. He was born on April 3, 1942 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Dodgeville the son of George and Celia (Pittz) Philipps.

Schmitz, Marian Elizabeth (Gratz)

Marian Elizabeth (Gratz) Schmitz, 90, of Mineral Point passed away unexpectedly and peacefully at her home on September 9, 2023.

Berryman, Donald D.

Donald D. Berryman, age 97, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 2, 2023 at his daughter's home in McFarland, surrounded by his family. He was born in Dodgeville on October 26, 1925, the son of Wilbur and Kathryn Berryman.

Coover, Marcia Kay (Dimpfl, Tilley)

Marcia Kay (Dimpfl, Tilley) Coover, 73, of Carmel, IN, passed away August 10, 2023, with her family by her side. She was born April 20, 1950, in Dodgeville, Wisconsin to the late Robert Dimpfl and Orlene (Hendrickson, Dimpfl) Steiner. She was a graduate of Hollandale High School. Marcia spent most …