Ronald Elmer Radke, age 83, of Danbury, Wisconsin, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at his residence. He was born on Nov. 11, 1941, in Frederic, Wisconsin, to the late Elmer and Ruby Radke. He was the oldest of four children. Ronald was preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, Linda Radke; twin daughters; parents, Elmer and Ruby Radke; father-in-law, Frances Schmidt; mother-in-law, Mary Ann Schmidt; four brothers-in-law, Gary Schmidt, Thomas Forte, Charles Hersant and Michael Liljenberg; and sister-in-law, Diane Schmidt. Ronald is survived by his daughter, Dione Warren; three grandchildren, Emma Capra, Cole Haseman and [...]

Mark Allen Larson, age 59, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Webster, Wisconsin, on March 14, 2025. He leaves behind his parents, Mitchell & Judy Larson; fiancé, Vicki VanElsberg; two daughters, Abby Good and Jenny (Joe) Ortiz; and two grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister, Paula Spafford (Matt); his nephews, Derek and Cody; niece, Shelbi; six great-nieces; two great-nephews; along with many other relatives and countless friends who were fortunate enough to know him.  Mark was the kind of guy who never met a stranger, wherever he went it seems someone knew him. His presence was magnetic, [...]

Roger Lyman Peterson, 86, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025, at Amber Glen in Urbana. Roger was born April 14, 1938, in Cumberland, Wis. He pursued higher education at the Illinois Institute of Technology, where he earned a bachelor of science degree in 1956. His professional career was dedicated to the field of property and casualty insurance. Over the years, he became a respected insurance agent and achieved several prestigious designations, including CPCU (Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter), CIC (Certified Insurance Counselor) and CLU (Chartered Life Underwriter). Roger was an owner in Tyler Fletcher Fink Peterson and Insurance Risk Managers Insurance [...]

  Rolland C. Yunker, 91, of Centuria, Wisconsin passed away at his home on March 13, 2025. He was born on July 20, 1933. His parents, Marie (Springer-Yunker) Tourville and William Tourville, raised him in Balsam Lake, Wisconsin. He was an avid welder for his entire career. He loved horses, hunting, fishing, camping, racing cars, and spending lots of quality time with his family. On Oct. 18, 1952, he married Louise Alfstead. They loved to dance and travel in their younger years. He is survived by his wife of 72 years, Louise Yunker; daughters, Kathy Hyden and Debbie Slayton (Jerry); grandchildren, Bobbie Jo (Austin), Mark, Billy (Bobbi [...]

Joyce A. Peterson, age 94, passed away on Feb. 25, 2025, in Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Joyce was born on Aug. 23, 1930, in Minneapolis to Ernest and Alvina Soderberg. She married Paul Gramer in Minneapolis. The couple had two children: Glenn and Gary Gramer. She worked as an office secretary at the Burnett County Housing Authority in Webster, Wisconsin. Joyce was active in the Homemaker’s Club, historical society, and Forts Folle Avoine. She had many wonderful friends and neighbors and looked forward to the weekly widows’ luncheon at Dairy Queen. Joyce remained active in the First Baptist [...]

Pastor Harry H. “Bucky” Buckwalter, Jr., a man of deep faith and boundless love, passed away peacefully on March 10, 2025, surrounded by his devoted wife, Linda, his cherished children, and his beloved pets. Born on July 24, 1947, in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, to Harry and Velma Buckwalter, Bucky’s life was a testament to service, laughter, and unwavering devotion. Growing up in Christiana, Pennsylvania, alongside his five siblings—Wayne (Pat), Denny (Diane), Sandy (Bill), Donny (Carol), and Janet (Charlie)—Bucky enjoyed a spirited childhood filled with baseball, fishing, and a touch of youthful mischief. His passion for Christ blossomed during his teen years [...]

Lloyd David Kobs, age 83, of Dresser, Wisconsin, passed away surrounded by family on Thursday, March 13, 2025, at his home in Dresser. Lloyd was born on Dec. 3, 1941, to Paul and Marjorie (Flatten) Kobs in Stanton, Wisconsin. Lloyd started his career in welding, and later worked for Andersen Windows, retiring after 21 years. Lloyd enjoyed tinkering on his Allis Chalmers tractor and cheering on the Green Bay Packers. He was a hard worker and will be missed by many. Lloyd is survived by his wife, Beverlee; children, Glen, Gary, Dale, Clarence and Dorinda; brothers, Jim, Dick and Roger; [...]

Rosella “Sally” May Johnson of Osceola, Wisconsin, passed peacefully on Feb. 26, 2025 at Dove Healthcare in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin. 97 years and still no wrinkles. Sally was born Feb. 11, 1928 in Osceola Township, Wisconsin, to Arthur and Minnie Gross, Sr. She graduated from Osceola High School in 1946. She met Merlin W. Johnson of rural Amery, Wisconsin, at a Dresser Hall dance. They married on July 22, 1950 at Zion Lutheran Church, East Farmington Wisconsin, and continued dancing together throughout their 70 years of marriage. Sally and Merlin were often seen together having fun with family and [...]

  Linnea "Lindy" Demae Jensen, 93, of Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2025, at St. Croix Regional Medical Center in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin. Lindy was born Nov. 10, 1931, at home on the family farm in Stark, Minnesota, the second child of Carl and Juno (Falk) Johnson. She attended Stark School until her sophomore year when they moved to Almelund, Minnesota, and she graduated from Chisago Lakes High School in 1949. On Oct. 25, 1952, Lindy married William Jensen in Almelund; to this union, one daughter was born. Lindy was one smart lady, diligent and [...]

  Teresa L. Chapman, age 80, of Crystal, Minnesota, passed away on Feb. 22, 2025. Preceded in death by her loving parents, Bernard and Bertha Ottenstroer; and her sister, Joann VanHeel. Teresa loved to travel. Some of her favorite trips included a trip to Hawaii, yearly family trips, and many trips to Florida. In addition to traveling around the USA, Teresa also took trips to Europe, Peru, Mexico, and the Bahamas. Teresa belonged to multiple social groups including Red Hats, Fab 5, and card clubs. One of the social groups Teresa enjoyed remained friends and regularly met for over 60 [...]