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Joseph A. "Joe" Justus
Joseph A. “Joe” Justus, age 66 of Menomonie, died Monday, December 1, 2025 at his home in Menomonie with his family by his side. Joe was born on June 11, 1959 in Menomonie. He was the son of Marion and Betty (Scheele) Justus. Joe grew up in Glencoe, MN and graduated from Glencoe High School in 1977. After high school, Joe went to tech school in St. Cloud for carpentry and drafting. Joe married Kathy Fogarty in 1981. They lived in Glencoe where they started their family and Jo
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Eugene H. "Shag" Skjegstad
Eugene “Shag” H. Skjegstad, age 100, of Menomonie, died peacefully on Friday November 28, 2025, at the American Lutheran Home in Menomonie. Gene was born July 20, 1925, in Menomonie, the son of Ole and Vivian (Nelson) Skjegstad. He graduated from Menomonie High School and completed two years at The Stout Institute. Gene married Virginia Stoll October 16, 1950, in Menomonie. As a life-long resident of Menomonie Gene worked for the railroad, drove taxi, city bus and school bus
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Dean M. Neubauer
Dean M. Neubauer of Menomonie, WI passed away peacefully at home with his wife and family by his side on November 29, 2025, at the age of 84. He was born January 20, 1941, in Menomonie, WI to Harold and Edna (Hammer) Neubauer. He grew up on the family farm near Irvington with his siblings Donna, Dick, Carol, and Ronnie. Dean went to grade school at Blodgett Country School. He graduated from Menomonie High School in 1959. Dean attended Sunday School and was confirmed at Peace
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Lorene "Lori" Jenson (Hanevold)
God welcomed to Heaven Lorene “Lori” Jenson (Hanevold) on Saturday, November 29, 2025 after she passed peacefully at home at the age of 90. Up until the end, Lori maintained her spunk, spirit, love of family, and her desire to enjoy life. Lori has a love of many things including baking, reading, watching her kids/grandchildren/great grandchildren in sports, playing cards, and having coffee with friends. Lori also was a self taught pianist and also played the accordion. Lori l
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Gerald W. "Benny" Graff
Gerald W. “Benny” Graff It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden and unexpected passing of Gerald "Benny" Graff, age 81, at his home in Wheeler, WI, on Friday November 28, 2025 with his wife, Brenda by his side. Benny was born on June 1, 1944, in St. Paul, MN. He graduated from Wilson High School. Benny was truly one of a kind, he made friends everywhere he went. He was outspoken, quick-witted, sarcastic, a great historian, and undeniably funny. Good with his hands
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Darla M. Almsted
Darla Mae Almsted (née Kincade), age 63, passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on November 21, 2025, in Menomonie, Wisconsin. Born on January 7, 1962, in Redmond, Oregon, Darla was the only daughter of Dorothy and the late Walter Kincade. She grew up surrounded by a large family that included her brothers Jerry (Jeannine), Darren (Victoria), Monte, and Jason (Sharon) Kincade. Throughout her life, Darla remained deeply connected to her roots and cherished the bonds s
Nov 25


Reverend Robert C. Dahm
Reverend Robert C. Dahm March 27, 1951, ~ Nov. 19, 2025 Reverend Robert Colburn Dahm, age 74 of Wilson, WI passed away Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at the Baldwin Care Center. He was born in Shawano, WI to Robert and Vera (Colburn) Dahm on March 27th, 1951. Bob graduated from Shawano High School in 1969 and then graduated from UW-La Crosse in 1973 with a degree in Parks and Recreation Administration. In the 1980s, Bob met Susan Warland Stary, and they married on October 6, 1
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Charles Owen
Charles (Charlie/Chuck) E. Owen, age 74, of Colfax, WI passed away Friday November 21st, 2025 at his home. Health problems had taken his strength in the last few years but never broke his spirit. He was born August 17, 1951 in Menomonie, WI to Daryl and Marion Owen. He grew up in the Tainter Lake area and graduated from Boyceville High School in 1969.Charlie married Carol Dicks July 24, 1971 at St. Joe’s Catholic Church in Menomonie, and together they lived in Menomonie, Colf
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Jason M. Davis
Jason M. Davis, age 47 of Menomonie, died Sunday, November 9, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family and a few close friends. Jason was born on October 25, 1978, in Milwaukee, the son of Michael and Nancy (Rasmussen) Davis. Jason grew up in Milwaukee and graduated from Wisconsin Lutheran High School. After high school, Jason served in the U.S. Air Force. After the service, he moved to Menomonie and attended UW-Stout. While at UW-Stout, Jason began working at The Waterfro
Nov 22


Winnifred (Winnie) L. Wolf
On November 13, 2025, Winnie L. Wolf, age 89, peacefully fell asleep in Jesus’ arms. Winnifred L. Wolf was born at home on September 14, 1936, to LaVern and Ida (Edwards) Miller. She attended Coddington Grade School and graduated from Menomonie High School in 1954. After graduating, Winnie went to work for John Gauvin D.D.S., Donley and Muza Attorneys at Law, Chibardun Telephone Co-op and West Wisconsin Telecom, where she retired in January 1985. Winnie married Fred Stuart in
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Brian Chris Krueger
Brian C. Krueger, age 69, of Menomonie, WI, passed away Thursday, November 13th, 2025, surrounded by loved ones at Luther Hospital. He was born April 13th, 1956, in Baldwin, WI, to Herbert George Krueger and Geraldine Esther (Thompson) Krueger. He grew up on his family farm in the township of Lucas and graduated from Menomonie High School in 1974. Brian began his working life as a farmer, a beginning that reflected his deep connection to the outdoors and the steady, honest la
Nov 18


Layne W. Kelley
Layne Warren Kelley, 65, of Menomonie, WI, passed away unexpectedly on November 12, 2025. Layne is survived by his wife, Leigh Ann; his first wife, Rochelle (Martell) Kelley; and their three children: Garrett Kelley (wife Kelley), Tasia Edwards (husband Chad), and Elijah Kelley (fiancé Kelsey). He was a proud grandfather to Rosie, Liam, Ollie, Jaxson, and Callahan. Layne is also survived by his stepchildren Nicole Shane (husband Ryan) and Tyler Graetz (wife Jess), as well as
Nov 17


Thomas R. Schleusner
Thomas Rodney Schleusner, age 60, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, November 9, 2025. He was born on March 28, 1965, to Loren and Mary (Hitz) Schleusner. Tom grew up in the Boyceville area and graduated from Boyceville High School. Tom worked for many years at Nedland Industries, where he served as a lead maintenance technician and took great pride in his work. In his free time, he enjoyed being outdoors—hunting, working on the family farm, and spending time with
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Hugh Pritchard Williamson IV
Hugh Pritchard Williamson, IV Hugh P. Williamson IV, 48, was born May 9, 1977, in Moscow, Idaho. On September 5, 2025, he was found deceased at his home in Orlando, Florida. In 1979, the family moved to Menomonie, Wisconsin where Hugh spent his youth. He participated in many city & school district sports programs and other activities. At Menomonie High School he lettered in Cross Country, Basketball & his favorite sport of Tennis. He was also very focused on his educ
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Doris E. Drinkman
Doris E. Drinkman, age 84 of Connorsville, passed away Sunday, November 9, 2025 at Comforts of Home in Menomonie. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at Reeve Free Evangelical Church with Pastor Todd Groat officiating, followed by a luncheon. Visitation will be from 9:00-11:00 at the church. Full obituary to follow . . . Olson Funeral Home in Menomonie is serving the family. To share a memory, please visit obituaries at www.olsonfuneral.
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Steven L. Drinkwine
Steven Lynn Drinkwine, age 76 of Downsville, WI passed away on Friday November 7, 2025. He was born on June 24, 1949 to LeRoy and Marlys Drinkwine. Steve worked as a mechanic until he became an over the road truck driver which he continued to do until he retired. He cherished his time with his family, and he will be deeply missed. He is survived by his daughter's Cari Engerson and Jodi (Chad) Peterson. His grandchildren Tyler, Afton, Jayda Greenwood, Ellie Engerson, Logan (Ba
Nov 10


Nichols "Nick" Rassbach
Nichols Rassbach, 78, beloved husband, father, grandfather, respected Real Estate Broker and Appraiser, passed away on November 8. Nick was born on May 29, 1947, in Menomonie to parents, Gerald (Tib) and Marjorie (Nichols) Rassbach. Nick was a country boy through and through, and loved growing up on the home farm on the Rusk Prairie. He lived a life marked by hard work, integrity, and strong devotion to those he loved. As a child, Nick attended a one-room schoolhouse before m
Nov 10


Kathleen M. Scharlau
Kathleen Mary (Olson) Scharlau, age 85, passed on to eternal life on November 5, 2025, at Comforts of Home in Menomonie, WI, surrounded by her loving family. Kathleen, the daughter of Melvin and Ethel (Steinmetz) Olson, was born on November 21, 1939, in Bear Valley, WI. She grew up in the Village of Colfax and graduated from Colfax High School in 1957. Kathleen went on to work for several banks in Eau Claire, WI, and St. Paul, MN. After meeting Donald Scharlau, she moved back
Nov 9


Bonnie Sadowski
Bonnie Sadowski age 56, of Menomonie, WI passed away Friday, November 7, 2025 at her home. She was born on February. 4, 1969 in Minneapolis, MN to Robert and Brenda Gunther. She grew up in the Rice Lake, WI area and graduated from Rice Lake High School in 1987. Bonnie married Michael Sadowski Aug. 10, 1991 at a Lutheran Church in Eagan, MN. They had two children. Katelyn Sadowski and Ryan Sadowski. Bonnie went to school for Dental assistant. Bonnie and her husband liked to wa
Nov 8


Todd W. Miller
Todd Wilbur Miller, 68, died peacefully at home on November 6, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Todd was born on August 1, 1957 in Barron. He was raised on the family farm and graduated from Prairie Farm High School in 1975. He was well known as a heavyweight wrestler in high school and was one win away from competing in the state tournament his senior year. Todd married his first love Debbie Keller on December 30, 1978. They had three amazing children; Trever Charles i
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