All Obituaries

Norma Margaret Starrine, age 105 of Montello passed away peacefully with her granddaughter by her side Saturday, May 8, 2021 at Harris Villa Assisted Living in Westfield.  Norma was born in Jackson County, Wisconsin on October 20, 1915 to Arnt and Amelia (Granlund) Johnson.  Norma married Allison “Al” Starrine on July 1, 1962 at the Pentecost Church in Milwaukee and enjoyed many wonderful adventures together.  They felt fortunate to spend 28 winters in Texas before...

Gretchen Rose Hopfinger, of Montello, beloved wife of Joseph Hopfinger, passed away Wednesday, May 5, 2021. She is survived by her beloved husband (Joseph); three loving children, Jenni (Paul Dominguez), Jodi (Thaddeus Nieduzak) and Joe B. (Jennifer Schaaf); five adoring grandchildren, Zenon Nieduzak, Zarek Nieduzak, Tymon Nieduzak, Michael Hopfinger, & William Hopfinger; brother Greg (Linda) Zinda and sister Gwen (Tony) McGowan; nephews Jason (Danielle) Zinda and Justin (Gretchen Ann)...

Jason Daniel Puterbaugh crossed through the heavenly gates on May 3, 2021 at age 48. He was born on March 17, 1973 in Gwinn, MI at K.I. Sawyer Air Force Base to Dennis and Lindy (Kemnitz) Puterbaugh.  Jason grew up and attended school in Montello where he made many lifelong friends in the area. Nothing was more important to Jason than his family and his friends that he considered family. Jason selflessly helped many dealing with their own personal health issues and was always willing to...

Wilma L. Rudolph, age 98 of Montello passed away Monday, May 3, 2021 at the Montello Care Center.  Wilma was born at home in the Town of Mecan, Marquette County to William and Lydia (Menzel) Bornick on September 4, 1922.  She was united in marriage to Harvey Rudolph on May 14, 1949 at Emmanuel (Big Mecan) Lutheran Church and together they were blessed with two children.  Wilma was proud to have been born and raised on a farm and continued to be a hard worker throughout her...

Contrary to family belief, Arlene Louise Boetcher did not outlive everyone. The shocked family failed to consider the factors that led to her death: lima beans, the 2020 Trump defeat and an invisible virus.  She passed away Thursday, April 8, 2021 at Aspirus Divine Savior Hospital in Portage at the age of 85. She worked at the Marquette County Courthouse for over three decades as Deputy Register of Deeds, Deputy County Treasurer, Deputy Clerk of Courts, EMS Secretary and drove many...

Constance "Connie" Toolis, age 68 of Oxford passed away Thursday, April 8, 2021 at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison. Honoring her wishes, services will be private.

Brittany Nicole Lord, age 31 of Baraboo passed away unexpectedly Monday, April 5, 2021 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison from complications of pneumonia.  She was born in Portage to Robert and Tracy Lord on August 10, 1989 and graduated from Baraboo High School in 2007.   Brittany was a people person; she had the ability to light the room and make people laugh with her sense of humor.  She liked to dance, listen to music and wasn’t afraid to share her point of...

Sherry Lee Blaser, age 64 of Montello passed away Saturday, April 3, 2021 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison.  Sherry was born in Baraboo on December 11, 1956 to Ralph and Hazel (Krueger) Haskins.  She graduated from Baraboo High School and furthered her education becoming a Certified Nurses Assistant.  Sherry worked at several area hospitals and nursing homes including Divine Savior Hospital in Portage; she was a very dedicated caregiver to so many people.  Sherry...

Allen Lee Oftedahl, age 77 of Montello passed away Saturday, April 3, 2021 at his home with his wife by his side.  Allen was born in San Diego, California on May 20, 1943 to Norman and Eva Oftedahl and graduated from Monte Vista High School in San Diego.  He was united in marriage to Carol Huebner on June 6, 1969.  Allen started his career with Mayfair Market working his way up to produce manager before going into business along with his wife as an owner operator over-the-road...

Beverly Marie McGowan, age 77 of Coloma passed away Monday, March 29, 2021 at her home.  She as born in Rockford, IL on October 6, 1943 to Kenneth and Mae (Atkins) Bellows.  Beverly moved to the Endeavor area early in life and attended school in Oxford.  She was a very considerate person and loved animals, taking in and caring for many animals in need.  Some of Beverly’s happiest years were spent farming as well as the 27 years spent with her loving and caring...