Krupke, Jacqueline M. “Jackie”

Jacqueline M. “Jackie” Krupke, age 68, of Monroe, died peacefully on Sunday, July 2, 2023 at SSM Monroe Hospital with family by her side. Jackie was born on February 17, 1955 in Dubuque, Iowa, the daughter of Wendell and Mary (Bride) Jones. She was raised and attended school in Mineral …

Hickcox, Derald Donald

Derald Donald Hickcox, age 94 of Ridgeway, went home to be with his Lord on June 14, 2023, at Agrace Hospice Center in Fitchburg. Derald was born on September 8, 1928, in Clyde, WI to Donald and Erma (Pine) Hickcox.

Paynter, Cathy

Cathy Paynter passed away unexpectedly on Friday, June 30, 2023. She was the devoted wife of Gordy Paynter, with whom she shared a lifetime of love and companionship. Cherished sister to Ellen Fisher and David Esch (Paula). Cathy was a loving mother to her children, Jill Heacock (Larry) and Jeff …

Solomon, Mary Joanna "Mary Jo" Kazusky

Mary Joanna "Mary Jo" Kazusky Solomon, 77, of Dodgeville, originally of South Trafford, Pennsylvania, died July 7, 2023, at home. She was born on January 10, 1946, in Wilkinsburg, PA to the late Walter and Jennie Kazusky.

Kovars, Jean

Jean Kovars, age 71, of Maplewood, MN, was called to her Heavenly home on Friday, June 23, 2023. She was born in Dodgeville, WI on November 14, 1951, the daughter of Donald and Frances (Harlan) Everson. She was made a child of God through holy baptism at Fairview Lutheran Church …

Toay, Gary

Gary Toay of Hudsonville, Michigan and formerly of Mineral Point passed away on June 22, 2023. He was born on November 4, 1949 the son of Jim and Violet (Hazelrigg) Toay. A Celebration of Life for Gary Toay will be held on Sunday, July 9, 2023 at 11:30 AM at …

Lehner, Leona M “Lee”

Leona M “Lee” Lehner, age 89, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 28, 2023 at Agrace Hospice Care in Fitchburg.

Fischer, Ryan David

Ryan David Fischer, age 47, of Mineral Point passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, June 27, 2023, in his home.

(Sitts), Ila K. Maughan

Ila K. Maughan (Sitts), age 80 of Dodgeville, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, June 24, 2023. Ila was born in Lanscaster on September 26, 1942 to George and Delphine Sitts.

Kotte, Michael Leroy

Michael Leroy Kotte passed away on June 25, 2023, in Bremerton, Washington, at the age of 71. Born July 29, 1951, in Dodgeville, Wisconsin to Laverne and Betty Lou Kotte (Kite). He graduated from Highland High School in Highland, Wisconsin after which he volunteered his services to the US Army, …

Esch, Patricia “Patti”

Patricia “Patti” Esch, age 71, of Dodgeville, passed away unexpectedly at home from natural causes on Monday, June 19, 2023.

Schlimgen, Terri Lynn

Terri L. Schlimgen, age 69, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 22, 2023, at home with family by her side after a fearless three-year battle against bulbar ALS. She was born at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Dodgeville, on Aug. 27, 1953, the daughter of Milt and Aleta (Dimpfl) Hughes.

Aupperle, Daniel Clyde

Daniel Clyde Aupperle, born September 27th, 1957, in Green Bay, Wisconsin, died on Wednesday, May 24, 2023, at his home in Platteville, Wisconsin, with his wife, dogs, and daughter by his side. He is survived by his wife, Lisa Kay Aupperle, of 41 years, 11 months, and 26 days; his …

Gluege, Rosemary “Rosie” Jane

Rosemary “Rosie” Jane Gluege, age 87, of Livingston passed away on Wednesday, June 21, 2023, at Southwest Health Center in Platteville, WI. Rosie was born July 13, 1935, to Gustave and Wally (Richter) Gluege.

Rowley, Dora Mae

Dora Mae Rowley, aged 90 of Mineral Point, died on June 12, 2023 at a Madison hospital, two months shy of her 91st birthday.

Mueller, Evelyn Louise (Blasdel)

Evelyn Louise (Blasdel) Mueller passed away peacefully and surrounded by family Sunday, June 11, 2023 — just two months shy of her 98th birthday. Evelyn was born on August 22, 1925, to William and Mae Blasdel in Waldwick, WI at her grandparents’ home where she spent many summers as a …

Birrenkott, Sheri

Sheri Birrenkott passed away June 19th, 2023, at home. Daughter of Norbert and Norma Fleming, she grew up on a farm around Avoca. She attended Pine Bluff Grade School, Avoca Middle School, and graduated from Muscoda High School in 1967. She went on to graduate from UW-Lacrosse. Sheri worked for …

Ringstad, Evadean Mae "Deanie"

Evadean Mae "Deanie" Ringstad, age 98 of Dodgeville, passed away at Greenway Manor in Spring Green on Monday, June 12, 2023. She was born May 16, 1925 in Garber, Iowa, the daughter of August and Glennie (Bond) Portwine.

Carr, Marilyn Joan

Marilyn Joan Carr, passed away peacefully June 12, 2023, on what would have been her beloved husband’s 93rd birthday. Marilyn will be remembered for her kindness, class, and being a cheerleader to all.

Dodgeville native publishes book

Michele Bohnert, who grew up in Dodgeville, displays “Fishing With Grandpa,” her 2023 publication at a book signing at the Dodgeville Farmers Market June 17. To her right are Joan Meyer, sister; Carol Allen, sister; and Stephanie Bohnert, daughter. Kenyon Bennett photo.