Pratt Funeral & Cremation Services Obituaries

Obituary Preview: Frances R. Cooper, 91, of Richland Center, died Tuesday, March 19, 2024, at Schmitt Woodland Hills. She was born November 18, 1932, in Platteville, the daughter of Clarence and Sarah (Gilbert) Riege. She graduated from Platteville High School and the Methodist Hospital School of Nursing. In 1981, Fran received a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from UW-Platteville.Fran was united in marriage to Gerald 'Jerry' Cooper on July 27, 1957, at the Sherman Avenue United Methodist Church. Jerry preceded Fran in death on October 4, 2016. Fran worked as a registered nurse at the Richland Hospital and at Schmitt Woodland Hills. Fran enjoyed acting in community theater, cooking (known for her fabulous cinnamon rolls), reading, sewing, swimming, and traveling. She was an active member of Trinity United Methodist Church, where she often sang solos in the choir. She was also a member of P.E.O. Chapter R. She and Jerry enjoyed spending time at their farm (Jerry's birthplace) near Richland Center and at their Florida condo.Fran is survived by three children: Cindy Cooper of Richland Center, Christopher Cooper of Cazenovia, and Carolyn (Dave) Hardy of Baraboo; two grandchildren: Sarah Hardy and Matthew (Lindsay Slazakowski) Hardy; many other relatives and friends.Fran was preceded in death by her husband Jerry; parents; sister Betty Harmon; and brother Jack Riege.As per Fran's request, a private family service will be held. The Pratt Funeral and Cremation Service is assisting the family with their arrangements.

Obituary Preview: Thomas Schuldt, 71, of Richland Center died on Monday, March 18, 2024. He was born on February 17, 1953, in Baldwin the son of Henry and Mary Lou (Knox) Schuldt. Thomas is survived by his daughter Sarah Grace Schuldt; Brother and sisters: Richard (Terri Buchanan) Schuldt, Lisa (Mike Yost) Schuldt, Becky Manville,Gretchen (David Umhoefer) Schuldt.Thomas was preceded in death by his parents Henry and Mary Lou and brother Larry Schuldt.Per Thomas’s request no formal services will be held. The Pratt Funeral and Cremation Service is assisting the family with their arrangements.

Obituary Preview: Stephanie M. Andrada Williams, 46, of Richland Center, passed away Monday, March 11, 2024, at the Richland Hospital. She was born on April 5, 1977, the daughter of Antonio and Peggy (Nicks) Andrada.Stephanie was a caregiver for many years of her life. She enjoyed shopping, cruising around, listening to music and most of all spending time with her kids and family. Anyone that met Stephanie knew she was a very loving and caring person and would put everyone before her.Stephanie is survived by her husband Sam; parents: Antonio and Peggy Andrada; mother-in-law: Marlene Williams; brothers: Anthony Andrada, Casey Andrada; brothers and sisters in-law: Marietta Hohler, Arnold (Theresa) Williams, Geneva (Dale) Sittig, Phyllis (Dave) Rosolowski, Matt (Jenea Rott) Williams, Jimmy Williams, Alice Williams; children: Jordan (Patty) Andrada, Tressa Williams, Asia Williams, Samuel Williams Jr., Kyser Williams; stepchildren: Thomas Larson, Alex Larson, Dalton Johnson, many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews near and far. Also special friend Lindsy Shramek.Stephanie was preceded in death by her grandparents: Clifford and Edith Nicks, and Lucio and Margarita Andrada; uncle: Leon Nicks; aunt: Alice Baker; father in-law: Francis Williams Sr.; brother in-law: Francis “Gipper” Williams Jr.; sister-in-law: Corina Williams-Swanson; many other aunts, uncles, and cousins.A special thank you to all the doctors, nurses and first responders that have helped over the last few years while going through her decline in health. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, at the Pratt Memorial Chapel. Visitation will be held on Monday, March 18, 2024, at the Pratt Memorial Chapel from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM and again on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, at the Pratt Memorial Chapel from 10:00 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM. The Pratt Funeral and Cremation Service is assisting the family with their arrangements. prattfuneralservice.com

Obituary Preview: Raymond V. Heried, 85, of Richland Center died on Monday, March 11, 2024, at Southwest Health Center in Platteville. He was born April 4, 1938, in Richland Center the son of Hap and Velma (Davis) Heried. Ray graduated from Richland Center High School and enlisted in the US Air Force serving from 1956-60. On December 14,1963 he was united in marriage to Shirley Holloway. Ray worked as a bookkeeper and office manager. The couple enjoyed camping, taking road trips, and family vacations. Ray is survived by his wife of 60 years Shirley, daughter Patty (Vince) Demmon of Janesville, two grandchildren: Steven (Angi) Bauer, Samantha (Colten) Smith; four great-grandchildren: Alex, Tucker, Layney, Eli; sisters: Mary (Dick) Dalberg of Richland Center, Betty (Bob) Sykora of Richland Center;Many other relatives and friends.Ray was preceded in death by his parents and brother Roger.Per Ray’s request no formal funeral services will be held. The Pratt Funeral and Cremation Service is assisting the family with their arrangements.

Obituary Preview: Wayne E. Dosch, 77, of Richland Center, passed away on March 6, 2024, after a short illness at Meriter Hospital in Madison. He was born on April 19,1946, the son of Melbourne and Loretta (Decot) Dosch.Wayne graduated from Richland Center High School and served in the Army during the Vietnam War. He worked at Rockwell Automation until his retirement. You could usually find him out enjoying his favorite sport of fishing and camping on the Mississippi and surrounding lakes. He always enjoyed the fish fry’s with friends and family and shared the fish he caught with many. Wayne really enjoyed reading and watching TV.He will be sadly missed by his brother: Dennis (Marge) Dosch; sisters: Janet (Arden) Olson, Betty (Steve) Morel, Ruth Scott; many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.A private family graveside will be held at the Richland Center Cemetery. A celebration of life will be held at the Richland Center American Legion on Monday, March 18, 2024, from 2:00 PM until 5:00 PM. The Pratt Funeral and Cremation Service is assisting the family with their arrangements.You’ll be missed Big Brother, rest in peace.

Obituary Preview: Helen (Watson) Tenney, of Richland Center, WI, passed away on Monday, March 4, 2024, after a short stay at Skaalen Nursing Home in Stoughton, WI. She was born on December 27, 1935 to Ray and Mae Watson. Helen grew up near Dieter Hollow, graduated from Blue River HS as valedictorian, and went on to graduate from Richland Teacher’s College. On January 15, 1955, she married Howard Tenney, and they enjoyed 49 wonderful years together. They loved to travel and made many memories together at their place in Genoa near the Mississippi River and at their lakefront summer home at Crystal Lake Resort in Lodi.For two years, Helen taught all eight grades in a one-room schoolhouse near Sand Prairie, WI. She then worked for many years at Leyda Motors Car Dealership in Richland Center as head bookkeeper. Eventually, she and Howard ran Tenney Auto Center, their own used car dealership, in Gotham. They also raised their two children, Steven and Alicia, and nothing brought them more joy than attending their childrens' and grandchildrens' sporting and music events.After Howard’s death in 2004 and Helen’s retirement, she enjoyed volunteering at the Richland Hospital information desk and gift shop, along with the local thrift store and election polls. She loved bowling, served as president of her league, and bowled with the same group of ladies for many years. Despite a shoulder fracture with extensive repair and being told she would never bowl again. Helen proved them wrong and was back on the lanes within a year. She was a lifetime member of the First Baptist Church, where she served as treasurer and was also happy to help out with anything her church needed. Helen was a remarkable example of the value of hard work and volunteerism throughout her life.Helen was preceded in death by her husband Howard; parents Mae & Ray Watson; stillborn son Jonathan; mother & father-in-law Leah & Horatio Tenney; sisters Nona (Darold) Coppernoll, Ruth (Archie) Beighley, & Berniece (Meral) Bailey; brother Harold Watson; daughter-in-law Martha Tenney; and nephews Karl Beighley and Ken (Barb) Bailey.Survivors include son Steven Tenney (Martha, deceased) of Verona; daughter Alicia (James) Bettenhausen of Albany; grandson Daniel (Kristen) Tenney and children Elijah, Isaac, & Isabella of Fitchburg; granddaughter Leah (Noah) Dekok and children Reese & Nolan of San Diego, CA; grandson Brandan Bettenhausen of Terre Haute, IN; grandson Nathan Bettenhausen of Cincinnati, OH; sister-in-law Alice Watson of Blue River; and many nieces, nephew, and close friends. Helen was the most giving, sweet, kind, and selfless person many of us have ever known. Alicia, Steven, and family were blessed with the very best!She will be missed beyond measure by everyone who knew her.

Obituary Preview: Merlin Leonard Leverenz, 71, of Richland Center died on Monday, February 19, 2024. He was born on September 4, 1952, in Reedsburg, the son of Albert and Emma (Rollins) Leverenz. He graduated from Mauston High School in 1970. Merl was drafted into the US Army in 1970, serving 2 years in the Army and 25 more years in the National Guard. On August 4, 1973, Merl was united in marriage to Debra Sanders in Elroy. The couple bowled together for many years. They were big country music fans, following Monty Berger and the Country Gold Band. The family spent many days together camping at Jellystone. Merl worked at Rockwell for over 37 years. Merl is survived by his wife of 50 years Deb of Richland Center; Two children: Chad and Alicia; Three grandchildren: Sasha (Will), Jasmine, Jade; Brother: Arvid (Millie) Leverenz;Many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.Merl was preceded in death by his parents, grandson Anthony, and brother Harley.Funeral services will be held on Friday, February 23, 2024, at 6:00 PM at the Pratt Memorial Chapel, with military rites to follow. A livestream of the service will be available at the Pratt Funeral and Cremation Service website. Visitation will be held on Friday, February 23, 2024, at the Pratt Memorial Chapel from 4:00 PM until the time of the service at 6:00 PM. The Pratt Funeral and Cremation Service is assisting the family with their arrangements.

Obituary Preview: Wilmer Edward Pliner of Richland Center, WI passed peacefully on February 19, 2024, at the age of 89 after a long & courageous battle with dementia. He was born on August 24, 1934, to Joseph Robert Pliner and Geneva Mae (Barnhart) Pliner. Raised on the family farm, he was a student at Richland Center High School and helped his parents daily with the never-ending chores associated with farming.On February 9, 1963, he married the love of his life, Sharon Kay Hicks. Together they raised their four children with Wilmer working as a carpenter and Sharon caring for their home. They were married for 61 years at the time of his passing.Wilmer began a lifelong career in carpentry & construction at ClearSpan of Richland Center, building rafters and learning the carpentry trade. After leaving ClearSpan, he joined the company of Construction Concepts, Inc. (CCI) in Madison, WI, honing his skills and eventually rising to the position of superintendent. Every weekday he drove to and from Madison for work, beginning each day early; he did so until his retirement after 33 years with CCI.It was also during his time with CCI that he & Sharon began taking dance lessons at the Arthur Murray Dance School. Several times a week he would return home to Richland Center from work, get dressed up and then he and Sharon would go back to Madison for ballroom dance lessons. They not only learned many different dance styles but also gained numerous friendships, many who were lifelong. He and Sharon enjoyed many weekends joining their friends at various venues, listening and dancing to local bands and DJ’s. It was an activity they cherished for years.He also cherished being a father to his four children, Dan, Lisa, Laurie & Dennis. His even greater joy was being Papa to his nine grandchildren and three great grandchildren.Wilmer is survived by his wife of 61 years, Sharon, as well as his children Dan (Dawn) Pliner, Lisa (Tim) Coy, Laurie Pliner & Dennis Pliner, his grandchildren Alicia & Avery Pliner, Ashley Durst, Taylor Coy, Trever (fiancée Lacey Dilley) Koch, Katy & Kasey King & Karissa and Jacob Pliner. He is also survived by his great-grandchildren Kayla Bronson, Timothy Dillenburg & Carson Durst, and brother Darel (Marvalene) Pliner as well as many nieces & nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Bernard (Olga) Pliner, Robert (Evelyn) Pliner, and sisters Marjorie (Robert) Hyde and Helen (Archie) Spencer.A public visitation will be held on Sunday, February 25, 2024, at the Pratt Memorial Chapel from 2:00pm to 5:00pm. Funeral services will be held the following day, Monday, February 26, 2024 at 11:00am with a lunch following the burial service. A livestream of the service will be available at the Pratt Funeral and Cremation Service website. A public burial will be held at the Richland Center Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the family who would like to thank Schmitt Woodland Hills for their care and to Pratt Funeral & Cremation for assisting with arrangements. The Pratt Funeral and Cremation Service is assisting the family with their arrangements.

Obituary Preview: Maggie Wright, 86, of Richland Center died on Sunday, February 18, 2024, at Pine Valley Community Village. Maggie Wright was born in Illinois on August 16th, 1937, as Margarette Lorraine Mahara, to Esther (Andrus) and Samuel Mahara. She was the oldest of 9 children with 2 stepchildren to join the family later. She met her husband Richard Wright while attending school. She would tell stories of how he would pick on her by dipping her braids in the inkwell. They were united in marriage in Indiana on January 21st, 1956. They had 5 children all except one being born in Illinois, Robbie was the ‘Wisconsin baby.’Mom and dad decided to move to Wisconsin around 1967 to the Ithaca area. They tried their hand at farming which led to many funny memories and stories. After it didn’t work out, they moved back to Illinois for a couple of years. But mom missed Wisconsin and begged dad to move her back, he finally gave in, but he stayed in Illinois working and coming home on the weekends. Mom was a hard worker; she always had a job. She would talk about some of the work she did like making metal truck bumpers as being a ‘man’s job’. She had jobs working in factories, restaurants, clothes cleaner, picking apples, and providing care in a nursing home. She was extremely proud that she had gotten her GED later in life. Mom, dad and Robbie moved to the old Valton schoolhouse in 1984. She attended the Valton Friends Church, where she grew in her faith and participated in activities like sewing quilts. She also enjoyed gardening and canned quite a bit, especially when us kids were younger. Mom and dad had a few years where they enjoyed staying at a campground outside of Reedsburg. They went on a trip out west to see Mount Rushmore but mom was having severe headaches so they cut the trip short so she could get medical care. She found out she had a brain aneurysm, luckily having surgery before it ‘burst.’After dad passed in 1999 mom was lonely in the schoolhouse by herself so she decided to sell it to Terry and moved back to Richland Center. She went to country dances, to Symons for swimming and spent time making friends at the Community Center. She liked going to yard sales or to thrift stores looking to find things to buy. She had a collection of dolls and knickknacks. She explained that she liked to have things because she didn’t have much growing up. She was good at hiding things too, which led to a lot of time being spent in later years trying to find the things she hid and thought someone had taken them from her room.Mom had a relationship with Robert Hawley that lasted several years. He took good care of mom driving her to appointments or out to eat. He moved into Pine Valley in the room next to mom’s and she made sure he was getting good care and going with him to his appointments.Mom took the passing of Terry and Robbie hard. The last time I was at the nursing home she had told the aids that she was looking for the boys that I had brought. They told her I hadn’t been there, and I walked in a few minutes later while they were still talking with her. When I asked what boys, I had brought she replied, “your brothers.” I would like to think that Terry and Robbie were there to help mom transition from this world to the next. I pray that we all find joy in knowing mom is at peace and is finally home.Maggie is survived by her children: Richard Wright Jr. of Kentucky, Rose Griffa of Hillsboro, WI, and Lisa (Dan) Williams of New Haven, MO; brother and sisters Tena (Dennis) Laswell of Lone Rock, WI, Chuck (Mary) Mahara of Somonauk, IL, Patty Lynch of Richland Center, WI, and Ruthie (Steve) Bols of Vonore, TN; several grandchildren, great grandchildren and even a couple of great-great grandchildren.Maggie was preceded in death by her husband Richard, sons Terry and Robert, her mother and father and sisters: Bessie Wirtz, Zelma Hulett and brothers Samuel, Joseph, Delbert and Seymour and son-in-law Dale Griffa, and grandsons David Haight and Justin Williams.Funeral services will be held on Friday, February 23, 2024, at 11:00 AM at the Pratt Memorial Chapel, with Ron Fruit officiant. A livestream will be available at the Pratt Funeral and Cremation Service website. A burial will follow in the Valton Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Friday, February 23, 2024, at the Pratt Memorial Chapel from 10:00 AM until the time of the service at 11:00 AM. The Pratt Funeral and Cremation Service is assisting the family with their arrangements...

Obituary Preview: Robert Rindflisch, 77, of Muscoda died on February 12, 2024. He was born on August 8, 1946, the son of Otto A. and Kathryn (Dvorak) Rindflisch. Bobby served in the US Air Force from 1968-1971.Military graveside rites will be held at the Basswood Cemetery on Monday, February 26, 2024 at 1:00 PM. The Pratt Funeral and Cremation Service is assisting the family with their arrangements.

Obituary Preview: Malcolm ‘Mick’ Ladd, 85, of Lone Rock, died Saturday, February 10, 2024, at Schmitt Woodland Hills surrounded by his family. He was born on February 12, 1938, in Richland Center, the son of Ariel and Veda (Carswell) Ladd. Mick graduated from Lone Rock High School and earned his bachelor’s degree in Animal and Dairy Science from UW- Madison. He married Ardell Page on May 14, 1960, in Evansville, WI. Mick farmed on the family farm in Bear Valley, where he was born and raised. He continued his passion for agriculture until he retired. Mick’s life revolved around his grandchildren. Mick is survived by his wife Ardell Ladd; son: Leif (Tracy) Ladd; daughter: Rhonda (Rick) Ladd; 5 grandchildren: Jessica (Mike) Dennis, Dustin (Becky) Ladd, Joshua (Nikki) Thideman, Charise (Will) Liebhart, Dillon (Crystal) Ladd; 15 great grandchildren; sisters: Jane (Richard) Walters, Laura (Rob) Donner, Alice (Gene) Bailey; close friend : Leroy Huffman; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friendsMick was preceded in death by his parents, daughter Melisa Thideman, son-in-law Charlie Thideman, brothers: Doug (Winnie) Ladd, Allan Ladd; and sister Judy (Peter) Skelbred. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, February 17, 2024, at the Pratt Memorial Chapel, with burial to follow in the Bear Valley Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the Pratt Memorial Chapel on Friday, February 16, 2024, from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM and again on Saturday, February 17, 2024, from 10:00 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM. The Pratt Funeral and Cremation Service is assisting the family with their arrangements. prattfuneralservice.com

Obituary Preview: Hope E. Conkle, 78 of Jefferson, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at Alden Estates of Jefferson.Hope was born on November 26, 1945, in Georgia, the daughter of John and Vinnia (Tyson) Pope.  She grew up in Georgia, graduating from Dunn High School and earning her teaching degree from Southeastern Bible College of Lakeland, FL.  Hope met Byron Conkle while he was serving in the US Army, stationed at a nearby base.  The couple were married on July 19, 1980, in Fayetteville, NC and enjoyed 41 years of marriage until his death in 2021.  Hope and Byron loved to travel.  They visited many places throughout Europe and Hope traveled with her husband, wherever the Army sent him.  Hope was the longtime secretary at Loeb Industries in Watertown, until the business downsized.  Hope was a cat person and loved many feline pets over the years.  She was a lady of high intellect, who was calm, enjoyed keeping to herself, and was admired by many.She is survived by: her siblings Wayne Pope of Georgia and Barbara Harrison of Virginia; in-laws Sherry Green and Gary Conkle both of Jefferson; and her nieces, nephews, other relatives, friends, and caregivers.She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, and 4 brothers.A funeral visitation will be from 2:00PM – 4:00PM on Sunday, February 11, 2024, at the Olsen-Gibson Funeral Home in Jefferson and from 11:00 – 1:00 PM on Monday, February 12, 2024, at the Pratt Memorial Chapel in Richland Center.  She will be buried at the Conkle family plot of the Richland Center Cemetery following the visitation at Pratt Memorial Chapel. The Olsen-Gibson Funeral Home and Pratt Funeral and Cremation Service are caring for the family.  To place an online condolence, please visit www.olsen-gibson.com or www.prattfuneralservice.com

Obituary Preview: Gerald “Jerry” Blaine McCauley, 77, died January 29, 2024. Born July 31, 1946, to Barnard Herman and Ellen Rose (Ewers) McCauley. Jerry graduated from Richland Center High School in 1964 and UW Platteville in 1968. He married Vicky on August 10, 1968, and went into the United States Air Force. He spent 3.5 years at March Air Force Base as a surgery technician. Upon returning home from service they settled on the home farm working it for 1 year before Jerry developed farmers lung and was forced to change careers. They moved to Viroqua where he worked as a loan officer for Federal Land Bank (FLB), later becoming president at the Lancaster FLB. He finished his career working at the Federal Home Administration in several positions all over Wisconsin before retiring in 2009. Upon “retiring” he raised beef cattle at the farm in Gillingham, eventually becoming a fence farmer later. Jerry loved a good card game, great conversation, and vanilla ice cream, often combining all three. They enjoyed traveling with family and friends often to see family and friends. Jerry worshiped at Park Street Christian Church serving in a multitude of roles. He was on the Liberty Mutual Insurance and the Richland Center Hospital Boards and served as chaplain at the Viola American Legion. Throughout his life he enjoyed working with and teaching younger generations. Wherever Jerry went (always on “Jerry” time) he was willing to share a smile and strike up a conversation.Jerry is survived by his wife Vicky (Hatcher) McCauley; stepmother Joan (Ewers) McCauley; children: Jennifer (Joel) Dietl and Andrew (Melissa) McCauley; grandchildren: Serena Bouzek and Evelina McCauley; honorary grandchildren: Ben, Jacob, and Eric Stratman; brothers and sisters: Dan (Midge) McCauley, Brad (Ginger) McCauley, Connie (Dale) McGinnis, Dennis Jennings, Linda (Russ) Rylander, Kathy Jennings; sister-in-law Christy (Doug) Duhr, and several nieces and nephews.He is preceded in death by his parents and brother Barnard (Junior) McCauley.Memorial services will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at Park Street Christian Church. Visitation will be held at Park Street Christian Church on Saturday, February 3, 2024, from 9:00 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM. The family suggest memorials in Jerry’s name be directed to Park St. Christian Church, Stained Windows or Viola American Legion. The Pratt Funeral and Cremation Service is assisting the family with their arrangements.

Obituary Preview: Virgil "Buzz" Peckham was born 4 September 1933 in Gillingham, WI. He married Ruby Glee (Robbins) in Richland Center, WI 19 February 1955 at the First Baptist Church. Though moving frequently, they maintained their church membership at First Baptist for the rest of their lives. Virgil graduated from Richland Center High School in 1951. Thereafter, he attended University of Wisconsin at Platteville from 1951-1952. His university education ended abruptly when he enlisted in the United States Air Force, June 1952. During the war, Virgil served in Korea as a medic and then in Greenland, where he participated in what was at the time a secret mission to refuel planes in the air.After his military service, Virgil was hired by Pacific Finance/Transamerica Financial Services. He began by emptying waste bins and working his way up to senior management, and by the time of his 1994 retirement, Virgil was a senior vice president of Transamerica HomeFirst Corporation. Homefirst was an early reverse mortgage company, and Virgil was very proud of its mission to keep cash-poor folks in their own homes. Additionally, his duties expanded to include planning international incentive trips for 400-500 top-achieving employees. When Virgil retired, his position had to be filled by three people.Analytical and always problem-solving, Virgil and his family were transferred frequently by Transamerica and lived in seven states: WI, MD, OK, OH, GA, IN, and CA. Over the course of their lives, Virgil and Ruby traveled extensively for Transameria, visiting 39 countries on five continents, making life-long friends and collecting cherished treasures. Another of his accomplishments was being able to send his daughters to college.Retiring in Georgia, Virgil relished spending time fishing, shooting skeet, and sitting quietly in their boat with Ruby, while Ruby enjoyed traveling with her gardening club and visiting her mother, Glee Robbins, in Richland Center, WI. After her death, Virgil returned to Richland Center to live out his days. Hard-working, driven, and stubborn, Virgil was a perfectionist in all things, especially yardwork and in providing for his beloved family. He is remembered by his daughters as instilling an indominable work ethic and resiliency, but they loved his zany side especially when on the Fourth of July, Virgil’s favorite holiday, he set off hundreds of fireworks, bottle rockets, and loud black cat fire-crackers with wild abandon…while Ruby feared a potential law enforcement visit!Virgil had a great love of dogs and tolerated cats, caring for many throughout the years, and this compassion was passed along to his daughters and granddaughters.Virgil Peckham was preceded in death by his wife, Ruby Glee (Robbins) Peckham of 54 years; their son, Roger David Peckham; his parents, Virgil Burton Peckham, Sr. and Ariel (Thompson) Peckham of Gillingham, WI; and his sister, Anna Lou Peckham Strickland of Denver, Colorado.Left with loving memories are two daughters, Susan Michelle Peckham and Mary Anna Peckham; two sons-in-law, Daniel E. Abraham and Steve J. Johnson, respectively, all of Silver Spring, Maryland; three granddaughters, Gabriella Glee Johnson, Annabelle Elizabeth Johnson, and Juna Rebeka Abraham; two nieces, two nephews, three grandnieces, five grandnephews, and 4 great-grandnephews and many friends, especially Vicki and Dale Harmon of Mauston, and Beth Ann Zentner of Richland Center.Virgil’s daughters are indebted to, and amazed by, the dedicated, patient, and kind staff of Agrace Hospice (Kari@Richland Center, and Rae and Taylor@Wisconsin Dells); Our House-Richland Center, and Riverwood Senior Living-Wisconsin Dells.

Obituary Preview: Marjorie Leone Schweiger, 82, of rural Hillsboro was surrounded by her family when she gained her wings and went waltzing into heaven to meet Jesus, her husband, sister and family on Friday January 26, 2024 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison.Born July 23, 1941 in Bloomingdale, Vernon County, WI, she was the youngest of 4 children born to Bernard H and Vera B (Wallace) McCoy.Marjorie attended school at West Lima School and graduated from West Lima High School in 1959. During those years of learning she was involved in Band, Majorette, Twirler, Drama, Plays, Forensics, and Cheerleader. Marjorie graduated Valedictorian of her class. While growing up she attended the West Lima United Brethren Church including the Youth Group and Mission Group.Marjorie married her loving husband John Schweiger on December 5, 1959 in the Bloom City United Methodist Church and together they made a real team and got the work done. Successfully raising a loving family on the family farm and for generations to come. After selling the dairy herd in 1984 she had several part time jobs. The job that was dearest to her heart was working for Jim and Daren Matthes at Matthes Farms Livestock Auction in Viola for 40 years as Weighmaster and Bookkeeping. Matthes Farms Auction is what kept her going after losing her husband John of 38 years. Marjorie served on the Bloom City Cemetery Board for 60 years and was named Richland Counties Outstanding Farm Woman in 2004. She was very proud of the farm and the life/family that her and John built over the years. She was also very proud when the farm was listed as a Century Farm in 2016. She enjoyed spending time with family, going to all the grandkids' school activities and going to every dance she could (we always joked that she would be the last person to leave a dance).In 1998 she met Kenneth McBain, a widower who was able to step in and was her companion for many years. They were able to travel, visit family and friends, and enjoy countless weddings, parties and dances. She truly enjoyed all the special moments that they had together working and enjoying life.Survivors include two sons Kenneth (Sally) Schweiger of Boscobel and Paul (Shelly) Schweiger of rural Hillsboro; grandchildren Derek Schweiger of rural Hillsboro, Courtney Schweiger-Wetter (Brandon) of rural LaFarge, John Schweiger of rural Hillsboro, Brittany (Brent) Edge of Dubuque, Iowa, and Kara (Brian) Annen of Kewaunee. Great Grand Children Josie Wetter, Henry and Stuart Annen, Bryn and Brielle Edge. Marjorie is further survived by her special friend and companion for 25+ years Kenneth McBain and his children Kenda VonBehren, Rich (Karen) McBain, and Kerry McBain, her sister Ethel Kanable of Richland Center and brother Harold McCoy of rural Hillsboro in addition to many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.She was preceded in death by her mother Vera (Wallace) McCoy in 1970, her father Bernard McCoy in 1971, father-in-law Earl Schweiger in 1984, husband John in 1997, nephew Douglas Tway 2004, mother-in-law Velma Schweiger in 2006, brother-in-law Marvin Schweiger 2012, brother-in-law Loyal “John” Tway 2002, nephew Bruce Tway in 2015, brother-in-law Virgil Kanable in 2017, and her sister Mary Mae Tway 12-20-2023.Services will be held on Friday, February 2, 2024, at 11:00 AM at the Pratt Memorial Chapel with Ron Fruit officiating, with burial to follow in the Bloom City Cemetery. Visitation will be held Thursday February 1, 2024, at the Pratt Memorial Chapel from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. and again on Friday from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. A livestream of the service can be viewed at the Pratt Funeral and Cremation Service website. Memorials can be made to the family, Kickapoo Valley Rescue Squad, 213 N. Turner Ave., Viola, WI 54664 or Bloom City Cemetery Association, 18153 Spangler Ridge Road, Hillsboro, WI 54634. The Pratt Funeral and Cremation Service is assisting the family with their arrangements.

Obituary Preview: Anita June Waterman, age 79 of Richland Center WI, died on Wednesday January 24, 2024 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born on 6/10/1944, the daughter of Elgie and Veda (Hardy) Ray, in Richland Center and grew up on her family’s farm in rural Richland Center. She attended Crow Hill grade school until the 8th grade and graduated from the Richland Center High School in 1962.Anita met the love of her life, Jim, at the Nazarene church where both of their families where members. After graduating high school Anita moved to Madison for work and Jim soon followed. Jim describes this time in their life as “the Best Days”. Anita and Jim were united in marriage on February 23, 1964. They soon returned to Richland Center and had two daughters and their family of four was complete.She flourished as a wife and as a mother. Anita gardened, canned, baked, cooked, and was a talented seamstress who was called on by many to alter formal attire including wedding gowns. She sewed gorgeous miniature bridesmaid dresses for a wedding, one that her granddaughter wore still hangs in Anita’s closet. She was an avid bowler at the “original” bowling alley on Friday nights. Anita and Jim loved to camp with their cherished friends and their families. They loved to snowmobile in the winter. As a family they took one big family vacation a year and their daughters saw mountains, oceans, coasts and visited many states along the way also catching up with relatives in other parts of the country. Anita grew love in her home. Quoting Jim, “The woman is the heart of the family”. Anita’s family was her joy and her greatest love. She raised her children in a time where you attended church on Sunday’s and then went to various family members’ homes where her daughters were surrounded by grandparents, aunts and uncles, and all of their cousins. Jim and Anita hosted many of their family and friends at the house they built together by Anita’s family farm in Richland Center, it might have been her special brew of chili that brought them back every year for deer hunting season.In 1984 Anita and Jim relocated to Madison and settled in their home of 30 years in Oregon/Goodland Park, “The Beach”. Jim and Anita established many more friends here, this very unique community where neighbors help each other and become other family. Anita continued to grow the legacy of love she leaves behind, in her home with the addition of her 6 grandchildren who really were just her other kids. Her grandchildren, who she often watched, were loved just as unconditionally as her own children. Holidays with Easter Egg hunts, taking the grandkids to sports, taking them on vacations, watching all 6 (of the little monsters) at one time so their parents could get away for an evening. The laughter in that home with the 6 of the grands was magical, and they were more than a little spoiled.Eventually Anita and Jim returned to their true “Home” of Richland Center where they have lived for the last 10 years residing in the house where Jim grew up. Anita and Jim rarely spent a day/night apart. If one of them happened to be in the hospital for health reasons the other one didn’t leave their side. They have been inseparable always.Anita is survived by her husband of almost 60 years Jim Carl Waterman, her daughters Penny MacLeod (Bob Mueller) of Richland Center and Paula (David) Olson of Wausau, her sister Barb (Richard) Riddle of Tomah, her sister in laws Elaine Waterman of Madison and Carol “little sister” (Dan) Dugan of Richland Center, her brother in law Bill (Pat) Waterman of Florida, and her long time and best friend Joanne Spencer of Colorado. 5 grandchildren- Amanda, Shano, Andrew, Anthony, and Skyler, and 12 great grandchildren and many nieces/nephews, friends, and other family.She is proceeded in death by her parents Elgie and Veda Ray, her mother and father in law Frank and Helen Waterman. Her siblings Mildred (Loren) Unbehaun, Harriet (Bill) Johnston, Hilda (Everall) Burns, Willard (Betty) Ray, Rose (Keith) Burns, Nancy (“Chuck”) Stuckey, other brother in laws Jim Anderson and Tom Waterman and her granddaughter Candice MacLeod. There are many other loved and cherished nieces, nephews, family, and friends that Anita has lost in her life and all have been missed by her.Many thanks to all of Anita’s caregivers over the years which her and Jim always have referred to as “Angels”. Special thanks to SSM Heart Failure clinic/cardiology- Dr. Alan Singer, Sonja, Paula, Jess, Christa; SSM Oregon clinic- Dr. Adam Balin and Lori Brown; SSM Health at Home- Maureen Kouba and all at SSM Health at home that has come to see Anita in her home; Dr. Lauren Thomas and Lacey Hodge of the Richland Center Hospital and Clinics; and finally Agrace Hospice/Pallative Care- The Angels that held Anita and her loved ones’ hands in delivering her to God- Kari Long and Katie Sweet.The family would also like to thank Pratts for assisting them with final arrangements as they have for many of Anita’s loved ones over the years.Funeral services will be held at 12:00 PM on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at the Pratt Memorial Chapel, with a burial to follow in the Richland Center Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at the Pratt Memorial Chapel from 10:00 AM until the time of service at 12:00 PM. The Pratt Funeral and Cremation Service is assisting the family with their arrangements. Life is Amazing. And it’s awful and in between the amazing and the awful, it’s ordinary and mundane and routine. Breathe in the amazing, hold on through the awful and relax and exhale during the ordinary. That’s just living. Heartbreaking, soul-healing, amazing ordinary life. And it’s breathtakingly beautiful. - L.R. Knost XOXOXO Mom

Obituary Preview: Murray Earl Moon, 77, of Richland Center, WI, died Monday morning January 22, 2024, at Soldiers Grove Health Services, Soldiers Grove, WI.He was born in Richland Center, WI, July 30, 1946, to Earl Dyer Moon and Dorothy Mae (Jorges) Moon. After his parents divorced, he moved to Milwaukee to live with his father. He worked in his father’s filling station and graduated from Wauwatosa West High School, Wauwatosa, WI in 1964.He married Carol Ann Rogahn on April 6, 1968, at Pentecost Lutheran, Milwaukee, WI. After the marriage they moved to Richland Center, WI where they became active members of the community, raised a family, and made their home together for 55+ years.Cars have always been a part of Murray’s life, primarily doing mechanical and body work. Over the years he owned and worked on a ‘55, ‘56, ‘32, ‘66 Impala and a 2003 Extreme - all Chevys. He worked in and around Richland Center doing auto body work. He worked at Leyda Motors, Chitwood Auto Body, with Nick Bristol, with Darrell Tennant, at M&J Auto Parts delivering auto parts, and operating his own business, Moon’s Auto Body, for many years. As a friend, Ed Fink wrote, “Murray was an artist at re-shaping a mangled hood or a bent fender. When he spoke about these things you knew he could restore anything and make it new.”Racing was a passion for him. Going to races at Slinger Speedway in Slinger, WI and after moving back to Richland Center racing Friday nights at the Wisconsin Dells Motor Speedway in his ‘55 Studebaker with friend Mike Louis. He attended NASCAR races in Michigan, Arizona, and the Poconos. He enjoyed visiting many race shops and racetracks over the years. A dream of his was to drive a NASCAR race car and in 1994 he enrolled in the Richard Petty Driving School and drove a race car at Charlotte Motor Speedway in Concord, NC. And, if you knew him - he always drove a little too fast in his own car or his infamous red hooded ‘67 pickup truck.He was a member of the Richland County Jaycees, volunteered at SSC, and was a member of NASCAR Fans United G.R.A.C.E Team.He is survived by his wife, Carol, a daughter Lori Moon (Michael Standish) of Franklin, TN, a son Chad Moon (Jennifer Britt) of Richland Center, and a granddaughter Taylor (Moon) Sanderfoot (Kristina Sanderfoot) of Richland Center. Two sisters of Richland Center: Marsha Machotka, Melinda Jones (Steve), a brother Les Moon (Kim) of Winona, MN and many nieces, nephews, and friends.Memorial services will be held at 12:00 PM on Wednesday, January 31, 2024, at the Pratt Memorial Chapel with burial to follow in the Richland Center Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 31, 2024, at the Pratt Memorial Chapel from 10:30 AM until the time of service at 12:00 PM. The Pratt Funeral and Cremation Service is assisting the family with their arrangements.

Obituary Preview: Teresa Kolb, 61, of Richland Center died on Monday, January 22, 2024. She was born in Illinois on July 12, 1962, the daughter of Raymond and Helen (Vadavuck) Hruby. In high school she was the school mascot, was a member of the pompom squad, the choir and in musicals. Teresa was united in marriage to Tim Kolb. She was a very special, sweet, loving and caring woman. The most important thing about Teresa was she was always there for Tim, Steven and Daniel, helping them in every way she could. She loved the Lord with all of her heart. Teresa was a friend to many in Richland Center and will be missed by all who loved her.Teresa is survived by her son Daniel Kolb; brother: Jim Hruby; sisters: Donna Waters, Linda McLaughlin, Tina Kubes, and Sandra Emmert.Teresa was preceded in death by her parents Raymond and Helen Hruby, husband Tim Kolb, and son Steven Kolb.Graveside services will be held in the Greenwood Cemetery, Reedsburg in the spring. The Pratt Funeral and Cremation Service is assisting the family with their arrangements.

Obituary Preview: Thomas ‘Doc’ McCoy, 71, of Muscoda died on Saturday, January 20, 2024, at Boscobel Area Hospital. He was born on January 6, 1953, in Rockford, Illinois, the son of Walter and Verna (Long) McCoy, Jr. Doc worked as an auto mechanic for many years. He was an avid reader.Doc is survived by four children: Erin McCoy, Kevin McCoy, Steven McCoy, Shannon Livengood; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; two brothers: Kevin (Sharon) McCoy and Terrence McCoy.Doc was preceded in death by his parents and brother Steven.No formal services are being planned. The Pratt Funeral and Cremation Service is assisting the family with their arrangements.

Obituary Preview: Jeffrey (Jeff) Rusk passed away on his family’s century farm in Richland County on January 19, 2024, at the age of 70. He was born December 4, 1953, in Rockford, Illinois to Clayton Chase Rusk and Irene (Ferguson) Rusk. Jeff found joy when holding sticks behind a drum kit, peace when holding the reins behind a good horse, and buoyance when holding a paddle on the water. He was skilled in all these endeavors, and especially liked to share his interests and stories with family and friends.Over the years Jeff honed his skills as a drummer. In the 1970’s and 80’s often he could be found playing with his band in supper clubs and taverns across southwest Wisconsin. He continued his love for music throughout his life, performing assorted genres of music with eclectic groups of friends. He found rhythm in every element of life around him and created his own rhythm on almost any object.Truly, Jeff stepped to the beat of his own drum in music and in life. He liked to wander and drive country roads, taking his time to notice details around him. He drove professionally for many years, and then changed careers in 1998 when he completed a program of study at the Kentucky Horseshoeing School. He established Little River Horseshoeing Service, thereafter, blending his love for driving the countryside with his love of the horse. Jeff worked as a farrier for more than two decades. Often, he was referred to as a horse whisperer among his clients. He was willing to work with any horse, and most humans, for the sake of the horse.Jeff shared his love for horses with his father Clayton. Together they traveled to sales in Iowa and Wisconsin and found cutters and carriages in need of a new home and new life. Clayton worked to restore the vehicle, and Jeff put them into action behind a horse. He was a talented “whip” and spent many years training and driving horses for pleasure and show.One of Jeff’s greatest loves was his farm and home nestled in a small valley near the convergence of two creeks, aptly named Horse Creek and Rusk Creek. He strived to share this place with his family, especially his daughters Jennifer and Jonna. He relished every aspect of the place, from loading haybales off the steep hillsides on a hot summer day, to reviving himself in the cold waters of the trout stream, to relaxing around the table for a warm family meal prepared by his beloved mother, Irene. The Rusk farm was acquired by his grandfather Chase in the 1920s and was intended to be passed down to each subsequent generation. He made many memories there as a father, son, nephew, and grandson. Alongside the experiences set by those who inhabited the land before them, he and his family set their own in the soil of the fields, among the trees on the hillside, and between the crooked banks of the stream that bears the family name. May those who steward this land into the future, remember, respect, and acknowledge them all.Jeff’s home away from the farm was on the water. He remembered every turn and rocky pass of the perpetually winding Kickapoo River. He was a prudent student of the enigmas of the Wisconsin River. On the rivers he found freedom in the breeze, lightness in the currents, and left some of his most important memories on their banks. In 2005 he completed his certification as a paddle sport instructor and shared his talent with people of all ages at UW-Richland and on waterways throughout the area.Jeff is survived by his daughter Jennifer Pfaff, grandson Tristan Rice, brother Raymond (Linda) Babb, sister Virginia Kay Wortman, and numerous nieces and nephews. He is also survived by a community of friends. Jeff is preceded in death by his sweet daughter Jonna Irene and his parents Clayton and Irene.A celebration of life will be held at a future date. The Pratt Funeral and Cremation Service of Richland Center is assisting the family.

Obituary Preview: Douglas Walter Roth, 43, of La Crosse, WI, passed away on January 18, 2024, in Sparta, WI after a 15-year battle with Huntington disease. Born on March 12, 1980, Douglas was known for his artistic talent, creativity, and great sense of humor. He had a knack for sarcasm and a deep love for his family and their pets.Douglas leaves behind a loving family, including his mother and stepfather: Julie and Lenny Miles; brother: Michael Shefelbine (Rae Ann); niece: Quinn; stepsiblings: Jason (Gina) Miles, Jenny (Dan) Arnold and family. He was also cherished by his grandmothers: Mary Benson Kirkpatrick and Alfreda Wilmot, as well as his aunts, uncles, numerous cousins, and his best friend Ron Blashaski.Douglas was preceded in death by his father, Douglas Roth Sr., grandparents Bryon and Rebecca Roth, uncles John and Chris Roth, and Aunt Robin Roth. He was also preceded in death by his grandfather Harry Wilmot, great grandparents Clyde and Nora Benson, and great-grandmother Eva Wilmot.Douglas attended Holmen High School where he nurtured his passion for drawing. He found solace in his artwork and in exploring the outdoors on his bicycle. After school Doug had many jobs, and his favorite was being a chef. He loved to cook and experiment with food. He enjoyed playing games alone and with family.In memory of Douglas, contributions may be made to Gundersen Health System or The Huntington’s Disease Society of America. These organizations were close to his heart and any support would be greatly appreciated.Douglas will be deeply missed by his family, friends and all those who had the pleasure of knowing him. May his artistic spirit and sense of humor continue to inspire us all.A celebration of life will be held from 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM on Monday, January 29, 2024, at the Pratt Memorial Chapel, with a time of sharing at 11:00 AM. Burial will be held in the Walnut Mound Cemetery following the services. The Pratt Funeral and Cremation Service is assisting the family with their arrangements.

Obituary Preview: Alvina (Luttig) Merry, 107, of Bloom Township died on Wednesday, January 17, 2024, at Harvest Guest Home. She was born September 30, 1916, in Dayton Township, one of 15 children born to Henry and Anna (Bruckner) Luttig. She attended Huth School from 1st through 8th grade. Alvina worked for many community families including the Halink’s, Keller’s and Trigg’s Families. She met Durward Merry on a worksite, and they were married on January 1, 1942, during a snowstorm. The couple rented a farm on County A for a few years before purchasing their own farm in Bloom Township. Alvina and Durward farmed together and raised three children: Phyllis, Ruby Deanna and Richard. After Durward’s death in 1983, Alvina continued to run the farm. She was a very talented and creative artist. Alvina loved to garden and spending time with her animals on the farm. She enjoyed the Richland County Fair, both in entering items and teaching 4-H children about baking and cooking. Alvina was recognized as the Richland County Outstanding Farm Woman in 2006, Viola Horse and Colt Show Parade Marshall in 2015 and as a Richland County Centenarian at the Richland County Fair. Alvina is survived by her children: Ruby Deanna Merry (Don Tincher) of Viola, Richard Merry of Bloom Township; Two grandchildren: Sondra (Tod) Brancel of Endeavor, WI, Josh (Danielle) Merry of Bloom Township; Four great-grandchildren: Blake, Bryce, Aubrey, and William; Sister Dorothea Newberry of Richland Center; Sisters-in-law: Virginia McCauley of Richland Center, Velda Jean Marshall of Verona;Many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.Alvina was preceded in death by her parents, husband Durward, daughter Phyllis, daughter-in-law Wendy, eight sisters Christina Watkins, Eva Bayne, Clara Fowell, Louisa Matzke, Esther Propp, Freda Spry, Amanda Propp, Bernice Oler and five brothers: August, Arthur, Edward, Rubert and Ernest Luttig.Funeral services will be held on Monday, January 22, 2024 at 11:00 AM at the Pratt Memorial Chapel. Burial will follow in the Bloom City Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Sunday, January 21, 2024 at the Pratt Memorial Chapel from 3:30 PM until 6:30 PM and again on Monday, January 22, 2024 from 10:00 AM until the time of the service at 11:00 AM. A livestream of the services will be available at the Pratt Funeral and Cremation Service website. The Pratt Funeral and Cremation Service is assisting the family with their arrangements.

Obituary Preview: Rodney Dale Rux, 79, of Muscoda, died Wednesday, January 17, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on December 12, 1944, in Richland Center, the son of Merlin and Florence (Minett) Rux. Rodney attended Muscoda High School. After school Rodney married Bonnie Burns on August 17, 1963, at Bonnie’s parents’ home. Rodney and Bonnie were married for 60 years and raised their four children Laurie, Cherri, Jeromey, and Ryan.Rodney was a very successful businessman; he started and ran multiple businesses for many years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, mushroom hunting, and spending time with his children and grandchildren. Rodney loved watching birds and squirrels in their backyard and telling stories with a little embellishment. Rodney enjoyed listening to his favorite band The Eagles.Rodney is survived by his wife of 60 years Bonnie; four children: Laurie Perkins, Cherri (Mike) Biba, Jeromey (Heather) Rux, Ryan (Samantha) Rux; nine grandchildren: Cruzin (Darcy) Perkins, Daisy Biba, Colton (Kiara Yttri) Biba, Jaymin, Jordan, and Hayzlee Rux, Alex, Bentley, and Aubrey Rux; brother: Darold Rux; and special pet Kitty.Rodney was preceded in death by his parents Merlin and Florence, mother and father in-law Cleon and Marie Burns, brother-in-law Ron Burns.The family would like to thank Ryan and the staff at Pine Valley Community Village, Upland Hills Home Health and Hospice, and Dr. Bard for the compassionate care they provided for Rodney.Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, January 24, 2024, at the Pratt Memorial Chapel, in Richland Center. Visitation will be held at the Pratt Memorial Chapel on Wednesday, January 24, 2024, from 11:00 until the time of service at 1:00 PM. A private family burial will be held on Thursday, January 25, 2024, at the Muscoda Cemetery. The Pratt Funeral and Cremation Service is assisting the family with their arrangements.

Obituary Preview: Marian M. Perry, 101, of Richland Center formerly of Madison passed away peacefully on January 14, 2024 at Harvest Guest Home, Richland Center, WI. She was born on September 13, 1922, in the Township of Forest, Richland County, daughter of Brainard and Ethel (Jones) Kanable. She married Frank A. Perry July 17, 1956 at The Little Brown Church in the Vail, Nashua, IA. She graduated from Viola Public High School in 1940, began working at the dentist office in Viola as a dental assistant. She later attended Beauty Culture School in La Crosse, and after graduation she worked in Richland Center and Monroe. She was an avid reader, a voracious walker, and a devoted gardener. Her favorite part of the day was enjoying the newspaper with a piping hot cup of coffee. She treasured her time spent with family.Marian is survived by nieces: Bonnie (Jim) Thoftne of Soldiers Grove, Lorene Kanable (Kevin Tuckwood) of Richland Center; three great nephews: Matthew Thoftne, Mark Thoftne, Cashton, John (Anna) Thoftne, Cambridge; nieces Joanne (John) Sumwalt, Richland Center, Marsha (John) Koch, Otsego; and nephew: Rod (Helen) Perry of Richland Center.Marian was preceded in death by husband Frank, Parents, brother Dyle Kanable, sister-in-law Jessie Kanable, brother-in-law Lester Perry, sister-in-law Phyllis Perry, niece Carolyn (Ardith) Sutherland, mother/father-in-law Madge and Harrell Perry.Per Marian’s request no formal services will be held. Memorials may be made to Harvest Guest Home, St. Croix Hospice or charity of your choice. A special thank you to the caregivers at Harvest Guest Home and St. Croix Hospice for their wonderful care. The Pratt Funeral and Cremation Service is assisting the family with their arrangements.

Obituary Preview: J’Neane Young, 64, passed away peacefully at her home in Richland Center, WI, on Wednesday, January 10, 2024. J’Neane Marie Young was born on December 12, 1959, to Gary (Buckets) Young and Roberta (Birdie) Felton Young in Boscobel, WI. She graduated from Boscobel High School in 1978 and from Western Wisconsin Technical College in 1980.J’Neane is survived by her daughter: Leah Spellman (Abiyou Rose) of Saint Paul, MN; siblings: Shannon (Jeff) Brownlee of Boscobel, WI, Bruce (June) Young of Blue River, WI, Leanne ‘Bender’ Laufenburg (Roni ‘Opee’ Hasburgh of Muscoda, WI; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, many other relatives, and many friends.J’Neane was preceded in death by her parents, Gary and Birdie, and infant brother Patrick.The family would like to thank Agrace Hospice Care and The Pratt Funeral and Cremation Service.A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, April 13, 2024 at 2:00 PM at Sportsman's Lounge in Muscoda. J’Neane requested that memorials be directed to Agrace Hospice Care. The Pratt Funeral and Cremation Service is assisting the family with their arrangements.