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.
Josephine Hall
Apr 24, 2026
Josephine “Jo” Mary Hall, age 91 of Montello passed away peacefully on Friday, April 24, 2026 at Silver Lake Manor in Wautoma. Jo was born in Milwaukee on November 7, 1934 to Norman Sr. and Hazel (Little) McLeod. She married David Hall on June 7, 1975 in Arlington and settled in Montello in 2006. Jo enjoyed cooking, camping and fishing....
Katelyn Allen
Apr 14, 2026
Katelyn “Kay” Allen, age 65 of Montello passed away with her daughters by her side on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at Aspirus Divine Savior Hospital in Portage. Kay was born in Houston, Texas on July 12, 1960 to Richard and Helen (Pinter) Allen and later moved the Midwest and ultimately settled in Montello. She worked in home health for many...
Karen Radtke
Apr 10, 2026
Karen Radtke, age 81 of Montello, Wisconsin, passed away on April 10, 2026, with her family by her side. Karen was born on July 26, 1944, in Fort Dodge, Iowa, to Raymond and Marcella Stone. She spent her childhood in several locations, including Iowa, Kansas, Florida, and Wisconsin.
While attending college, Karen met her lifelong partner, Duaine L. Radtke. They were...
Wayne Tejcek
Apr 6, 2026
Wayne Edward Tejcek, age 83 of Montello passed away Monday, April 6, 2026 at his home. Wayne was born on September 28, 1942 in Chicago, IL to Bohumil “Ben” and Bernice (Johnson) Tejcek Jr. He grew up in Chicago and was united in marriage to Mary Kathleen “Kathy” (Schmidt) Hankey on October 23, 1982. They resided in LaGrange, IL, Susanville,...
Luke Schielka
Apr 4, 2026
Luke John Schielka, age 30 of La Crosse passed away Saturday, April 4, 2026 at Gunderson Lutheran Medical Center in La Crosse. Luke was born in Bensenville, Illinois on January 4, 1996 to John Bowden and Judith Schielka. He grew up in Montello and graduated from Montello High School in 2014. Following high school, Luke moved to La Crosse and...
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 crash 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.
Paul...
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...
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