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.
Kelleen Grucza
Mar 28, 2026
Kelleen “Kelly” Sue Grucza, age 61 of Montello passed away Saturday, March 28, 2026 at Aspirus Divine Savior Hospital in Portage. Kelly was born in Caledonia, WI on August 5, 1964 to Gordon and Judith (Rieth) Watson. Kelly graduated from Horlick High School in Racine and followed her passion of teaching Sunday School at Prince Of Peace Lutheran Church in...
Rose Burch-Tydrich
Mar 27, 2026
Rose Lee Burch-Tydrich, age 80 of Montello passed away Friday, March 27, 2026 following a lengthy battle with cancer. Rose was born in Madison on July 9, 1945 to Russell and Lillian (LaBarge) Urban. She had many careers throughout her life, most importantly caring for her family. Rose loved to dance, play pool, camp and always looked forward to the...
James Bennett
Mar 24, 2026
James “Jim” R. Bennett¹, age 96 of Westfield passed away peacefully on March 24, 2026 and is now reunited with the love of his life, Iris² (nee Hebard). Their enduring bond remained the foundation of his life and family of 50. Jim was the proud patriarch of five generations, a legacy that brought him immense joy and purpose. (Numbers represent...
Steven Moseley
Mar 23, 2026
Steven Duane Moseley, age 59 of Madison was killed in a bicycle automobile accident in Fitchburg on Monday, March 23, 2026. Steve was born in Sparta, WI on November 7, 1966 to Duane and Jean (Jessop) Moseley. As a child he moved with his family to Rockford, Illinois and graduated from Jefferson High in Rockford in 1985. Steve immediately went...
Aaron Johnson
Mar 22, 2026
Aaron Duaine Johnson (I’m Batman), age 41 of Montello leveled up unexpectedly Sunday, March 22, 2026 at his home. Aaron was born on July 15, 1984 to Arlyn and Kristine (Radtke) Johnson. He graduated from Montello High in 2002 and was most recently employed by Eagle Homes II as a carpenter. Fishing was Aaron’s passion in life, especially muskies. He...
Holly Coyle
Mar 22, 2026
Holly Jane Coyle, age 55 of Montello passed away unexpectedly Sunday, March 22, 2026 at UW Hospital in Madison. Holly was born in Portage to Ronald and Geraldine (Klemp) Kerl on November 9, 1970. She graduated from Montello High School in 1989 and was united in marriage to Terry Coyle at the Buffalo Community Bible Church on May 6th of...
Justin McDougal
Mar 21, 2026
Justin David McDougal, age 49 of Montello passed away unexpectedly Saturday, March 21, 2026 at his home. Justin was born in Granite Falls, MN on December 4, 1976 to Robin and Debra (Shubert) Hosek. Justin moved many times following his adopted father’s Navy career, living throughout the United States and abroad. He was an artistically gifted individual and had many...
Robert Vent
Mar 15, 2026
Robert “Bob” D. Vent, age 87 of Baraboo (formerly of Montello and DeForest) passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Sunday, March 15th, 2026 at SSM St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison. Bob was born on September 22, 1938 to Thomas and Ida (Swartz) Vent in Upper Sandusky, Ohio. He honorably served his country in the United States Marine Corps...
Paul Weldon
Mar 13, 2026
Paul Everett Weldon, age 84 of Montello (White Lake) passed away peacefully Friday, March 13, 2026 at Randolph Health Services. Paul was born in Stevens Point on February 13, 1942 to Ansel and Angie (Petersen) Weldon. After graduating from Amherst High School in 1960, he enlisted into the United States Marine Corp. and proudly served his country for 4 years.
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Robert Klapper
Mar 11, 2026
Robert “Bob” Klapper, of Montello, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at the age of 89 at Aspirus Divine Savior Hospital in Portage. Bob was born on November 25, 1936, in Beaver Dam, the son of Edward and Eleanor (Kurkowski) Klapper. He graduated from Beaver Dam High School and proudly served his country in the United States Army...
Milo Petrick
Mar 7, 2026
Milo Walter Petrick, age 85 of Montello passed away Saturday, March 7, 2026 at the Montello Care Center. Milo was born on November 18, 1940 the son of Walter and Minnie (Semrau) Petrick on the family farm known as Shady Lawn Farm in the Town of Shields, Marquette County. He attended Mecan Grade School and later Montello High School. On...
Gloria Tucker
Mar 2, 2026
Gloria Grace Tucker, age 78 of Montello passed away Monday, March 2, 2026 at Randolph Health Services. Gloria was born in Chicago on April 15, 1947 to Floyd Gibbens and Wilma (Ward) Krueger. She was raised in Montello and was united in marriage at St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Montello on October 5, 1968 to Billy Tucker. Gloria and...
Lynnette VanBeckum
Mar 1, 2026
Lynnette Marie VanBeckum, age 68 of Oxford passed away peacefully Sunday, March 1, 2026 at her home with her husband by her side. Lynnette was born in Kenosha on September 6, 1957 to Calvin and Geraldine (Foreman) Kersten. Lynnette was a very private and unassuming woman, whose inner strength exceeded even her own expectations. She was unwaveringly loyal to her...
James Matt
Feb 26, 2026
James “Jim” I. Matt, age 92, of Oxford, passed away Thursday, February 26, 2026 at his home. Jim was born in Milwaukee on September 17, 1933 to John and Loretta (Roller) Matt. He was raised in Milwaukee and graduated Pius High School in 1953. Jim entered the Navy and later joined the United States Air Force where he proudly served...
Zelma Pein
Feb 23, 2026
Zelma F. Pein, age 88, of Montello passed away peacefully Monday, February 23, 2026 at Martha’s in Princeton. Zelma was born on May 2, 1937 in Vandalia, Illinois to Wilbur and Ellen (Kuhns) Lahey. She was raised in the Effingham, IL area and graduated from Yorkville High School. Zelma married Fred Pein on November 3, 1979 and they lived in...
Judithe Dykstra
Feb 23, 2026
Judithe “Judy” Anne Dykstra, age 76 of Westfield passed away peacefully Monday, February 23, 2026 at the Montello Care Center with her husband by her side. Judy was born in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin on February 10, 1950 to James and Betty (Kemp) Young. She married Daniel Dykstra on September 23, 1979 in Brookfield. Together they resided in Saukville for...
Louise Cebery
Feb 16, 2026
Louise Ann Cebery, age 61 of Westfield passed away Monday, February 16, 2026 at her home. Louise was born in Berlin to Lester and Lucille (Peterson) Blackburn on March 5, 1964. She was raised in the Berlin and Kingston areas and attended Markesan Schools. Louise was united in marriage to Thomas Cebery at St. Mary Catholic Church in Kingston on...
Richard Bruenning
Feb 12, 2026
Richard “Dick” Carl Bruenning, age 88 of Oxford (formerly of Kenosha) passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 12, 2026 at SSM St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison. Dick was born in Kenosha on January 10, 1938 to Carl and Verna (Beattie) Bruenning and he graduated from Wilmot High School in 1957. He proudly served his country as a member of the...
Kenda Gonzalez
Feb 4, 2026
Kenda Kay Gonzalez, age 55 of Montello passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at her home. Kenda was born in Madison to Richard and Florence (Tolley) Kane on October 25, 1970. She was raised in Iowa and relocated to Madison where she graduated from Madison East High School. Kenda raised her 3 sons and was later united in...
Susan Perkins
Feb 2, 2026
Susan Elizabeth Perkins, age 77 of Montello passed away Monday, February 2, 2026 at the Montello Care Center. Susan was born in Green Bay to Gilbert and Marie (Adams) Bradley on June 8, 1948. She moved several times in her youth. Susan was a loyal Green Bay Packers fan from the time she was born and very seldom missed a...
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