Obituaries
Sharon Rose Hammond, passed away peacefully in her home, June 15, 2025.
Sharon was born Sharon Rose McClanahan, April 20, 1940, to Earl and Evelyn (Lighthizer) McClanahan and graduated from Gale-Ettrick High School with the Class of 1958.
On August 15, 1971, Sharon married the love of her life,...
Laurie L. (Alseth) Sackett, 63, of Eau Claire, formerly of Trempealeau, succumbed to cancer, Friday, June 13, 2025, in her home.
Laurie was born December 14, 1961, in Arcadia to Milford and Pearl (Deedrick) Alseth.
Laurie is survived by her best friend and soul mate, Dan Harris of Eau Claire;...
Carole Joyce Wieland was a remarkable woman whose intelligence, grace and beauty were matched equally by her strength of character, boundless interest and lifelong passion for education and learning. She was a loving daughter and sister, a dedicated wife, devoted mother, grandmother, and great-...
With tears glistening in our eyes and sadness in our hearts, the family of Edmund “Ed” A. Lyga, 97, of Independence, announce his passing from Earth on to the promised land, Sunday, June 15, 2025, where he resided at the Trempealeau County Health Care Center.
Edmund’s pain and suffering ended on...
Gaylord Fred Kube, Jr., 78, of Oakdale, MN, passed away peacefully, June 16, 2025. Gaylord was born January 31, 1947. He is survived by wife, Irene; daughters: Karen (Randy) Bielefeldt, Tina (Jim) Thompson, Christel (Dan) Jensen; seven grandchildren; and one great-grandson. A Celebration of Life...
Barbara Ann (Helstad) Swenson, 76, formally of Blair, passed away Monday, June 9, 2025, at the Vista Grande Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Cortez, CO.
Barbara was born June 3, 1949, in Winona, MN, to Norman and Pearl Helstad. She received her early education in Blair before graduating...
Lavonne Claire Prudlick, born March 20, 1943, passed away June 14, 2025, surrounded by family.
Lavonne dedicated 26 years to the G-E-T Public School District, working as a teacher’s aide primarily with children who had special needs. She also opened her heart and home as a foster parent to nearly...
Barbara “Barb” Jane La Rue, 73, of Waupaca, WI, went to her heavenly home, June 4, 2025. She resided on Long Lake on the Waupaca Chain O’Lakes.
Barbara was born February 2, 1952 in La Crosse, to Howard and Nona (Fillner) Barenthin. Barb married Thomas La Rue, September 26, 1981, in Appleton.
Barb...
David Richard Pientok, 84, of Chippewa Falls, passed away Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at Mayo Health System in Osseo, following prolonged medical issues.
David was born October 25, 1940, in Independence, to John and Dorothy (Kampa) Pientok. David attended Independence Schools and graduated with the...
Howard “Howie” “HB” Lee Boettcher, 71, of Taylor, died Saturday, April 26, 2025, at Gundersen Health System in La Crosse, surrounded by family.
Howard was born March 7, 1954, in Minneapolis, MN, to Donald and Joan (Schrier) Boettcher. Howard attended grade school in Alma Center School District...
