OBITUARIES
Recent Obituaries
The obituaries in the in Marquette County Area reflect the region's close-knit population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity Wisconsin's history and identity.
Kay Mainguth
Aug 10, 2026
Kay Frances Mainguth, age 81 of Montello passed away Monday, August 10, 2026 at her home surrounded by her family. Kay was born in Ashland on July 23, 1945 to Edward and Marie (Schneider) Berweger. She grew up in Sanborn and graduated from Ashland High School in 1963 and married Ronald Mainguth on December 5, 1964. Together they moved to...
Larry Hayes
Aug 9, 2026
Larry Dean Hayes, age 75 of Madison passed away Sunday, August 9, 2026 at Avina Nursing Home in Sun Prairie. Larry was born on August 23, 1950 to William and Beulah (Lloyd) Hayes of Oxford and grew up on the family farm. He attended Oxford Grade School and graduated from Westfield High School. Larry attended UW Platteville for one year...
Joanne Raimer
Aug 7, 2026
Joanne Kay Raimer, age 72 of Montello passed away Friday, August 7, 2026 with her husband by her side at her home. Joanne was born in Madison on January 6, 1954 to Wayne and Constance (Furey) Gibson. She graduated from LaFollette High School in Madison in 1972. Joanne spent most of her working career in the banking industry. She was...
Edith Duesterhoeft
Aug 7, 2026
Edith Marie Duesterhoeft, age 94 of Montello passed away peacefully on August 7, 2026 at The Residences on Forest Lane in Montello. She was born on December 3, 1931 to William and Leona (Welke) Buchholz. Edith was baptized on December 27, 1931 and confirmed on April 29, 1945. She was a 1949 graduate of Montello High School and on August...
Dan Campbell
Aug 6, 2026
Dan Charles Campbell, age 73 of Montello passed away at his home with his family by his side on Thursday, August 6, 2026. Dan was born in Portage on December 14, 1952 to Clayton and Deloris (Paulson) Campbell. He graduated from Montello High School in 1971 and married Diana Eggleston on June 18, 1983. Together they have resided in Montello...
Stanley Karkowski
Aug 3, 2026
Stanley J. Karkowski was a devoted husband, loving dad, proud grandpa, and a friend to many. He loved his family deeply, and his greatest joy came from the time he spent making memories with those he loved. Stan passed away surrounded by his family on August 3, 2026 at his home in Montello.
Stan found joy in helping others: offering advice,...
Kathleen Troost
Jul 31, 2026
Kathleen “Kathy” A. Troost, age 81 of Montello passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Friday, July 31, 2026 at her home. Kathy was born in Portage on June 21, 1945 to Robert and Mae (Teske) Bell. She graduated from Portage High School in 1963 and married Bryan Troost at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Montello on October...
James Thill
Jul 30, 2026
James "Jim" Thill, age 60 of Montello passed away unexpectedly Thursday, July 30, 2026 at his home on Buffalo Lake.
Honoring Jim wishes, no services will be held.
Peggy Elmhorst
Jul 25, 2026
Peggy L. Elmhorst, age 59, of Oxford, passed away surrounded by her family at her home on Saturday, July 25, 2026.
Peggy was a loving and devoted mother whose greatest purpose in life was her family. She cherished each of her six children and loved them with all her heart. She delighted in cultivating childlike wonder and filling moments with love...
Arthur Schmidt
Jul 25, 2026
Arthur “Art” E. Schmidt, age 86 of Oxford (formerly of Racine) passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at his home on Saturday, July 25, 2026, as he finally met his LORD and Savior, Jesus, face to face. Art was born in Gackle, North Dakota on September 18, 1939. His family moved to Milwaukee when he was young and he...
Debra Parrish
Jul 24, 2026
Debra “Debbie” Elsie Parrish, age 69 of Oxford passed away Friday, July 24, 2026 at SSM St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison. Debbie was born in Merrill on April 3, 1957 to Lawrence and Eloise (Duranceau) Schultz. She graduated from Montello High School in 1975. She married the love of her life, Steven Parrish in 2006 and together they enjoyed life...
Barbara Clauson
Jul 23, 2026
Barbara Jean Clauson, age 81 of Montello, passed away on July 23, 2026, surrounded by the love of her daughter Rhonda and her beloved niece, Brenda Schroder. Born on April 1, 1945, in Council Bluffs, Iowa, Barbara was the cherished daughter of Daniel and Gracie (Robinson) Manes. Her life was defined by love, kindness, and unwavering devotion to her family.
Barbara...
Edna Mesmer
Jul 22, 2026
Edna Ann Mesmer, age 81 of Montello (formerly of Westmont, IL) passed away unexpectedly at her home on Wednesday, July 22, 2026. Affectionately known as “Tillie” by many, she graduated in 1962 from Hinsdale High School and worked for many years as a computer operator. She and her husband, Elroy moved to Lake Puckaway in 2002 and he preceded her...
Natalie Bussan
Jul 19, 2026
Natalie Tashner Bussan, age 51, of Oxford, passed away at home surrounded by her family on July 19, 2026, after a long and heroic battle with cancer that lasted over 11 years.
Born in Dubuque, Iowa on December 30, 1974, Natalie graduated from Cuba City High School, where she was a state champion in high jump and part of two state...
Richard Marotz
Jul 15, 2026
Richard Arnold Marotz, age 78, of Westfield, passed away on July 15, 2026. Richard was born on November 13, 1947, in Portage to Arnold and Esther (Gates) Marotz. He graduated from Westfield High School and continued his education at the University of Wisconsin–Platteville, where he earned his Masters in Agricultural Education.
On April 27, 1974, Richard married the love of his...
Steven Allen Schwersinske
Jul 9, 2026
Steven Allen Schwersinske, age 69 of Packwaukee, passed away on Thursday, July 9th 2026 surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on February 11th, 1957 in Edgerton, WI to Darwin Donald and Mildred Ann (Krueger) Schwersinske. Steve was employed at Eagles Homes II until retirement in 2020. Prior to that he was employed at Broan MNG (Nortec) for 25...
Fae N. Williamson
Jul 9, 2026
Fae Norine (Campion) Williamson, age 101 of Montello, WI, passed away on Thursday, July 9, 2026, in the home where she lived since 1950. Mom was a kind, gentle, humble, and peaceful lady, and leaves behind a legacy of peace.
Mom was born at home on the Campion homestead, Montello on June 7, 1925. She was the youngest of eight children...
Ronald A. Wilken
Jul 7, 2026
Ronald A. Wilken, age 70 of Montello, passed away on Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center in Milwaukee. He was born on April 5, 1956 in Blue Island, IL to Leslie and Sarah (Steinfatt) Wilken.
Ron graduated from Bloom High School in Chicago Heights, IL in 1974. He attended Joliet Junior College where he received an Associate’s...
Steven Daniel Hankins
Jul 6, 2026
Steven Daniel Hankins, age 69, of Montello passed away peacefully on Monday, July 6, 2026, surrounded by family.
Steve was born on August 30, 1956 in Oak Park, IL to Daniel and Theresa (Maturo) Hankins.
Steve grew up in Chicago and was a diehard Bears and Cubs fan. He met the love of his life, Terry (Shermer) at summer camp and they...
Jean Chowaniec
Jul 4, 2026
Jean L. Chowaniec, age 85 of Oxford passed away peacefully on July 4, 2026 at the Montello Care Center. Jean was born on June 7, 1941 to Raymond and Vivian (Olson) Aitchison in Milwaukee. She married James Chowaniec October 26, 1963. Jean worked at Lowell Elementary School in Waukesha as a school aide and in 2005 she and James moved...
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