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.
Jeffrey Vesecky
Nov 27, 2023
Jeffrey “Hoss” A. Vesecky, age 58 of Montello passed away unexpectedly Monday, November 27, 2023 while working in Minnetonka, Minnesota.
Jeff was born in Berwyn, IL to Emma and Rudy Vesecky on August 15, 1965. Jeff is preceded in death by his parents, Emma and Rudy Vesecky, and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
Jeff was the most caring, patient and...
Richard Shours
Nov 26, 2023
Richard William Shours, age 94 of Oxford passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 26, 2023 at the Montello Care Center. Richard was born in Chicago to John and Annie (Dwenser) Shours on January 8, 1929. He was raised in the Chicago area and became a painter before moving to Oxford in 1992. While in Oxford, he was employed in Wisconsin...
Theresa Furman
Nov 23, 2023
Theresa Anna Furman, age 96yrs 4 months and 2 days of Montello passed away Thursday, November 23, 2023 at her daughter’s home in Green Bay. Theresa was born at home in the Town of Harris, Marquette County to Alexius and Irene (Smith) Willegal. She graduated from Montello High School in 1947. She moved to Grand Rapids, Michigan where she worked...
Carol Strack
Nov 8, 2023
Carol Ann Strack, age 89 of Wisconsin Dells (Jordan Lake) passed away Wednesday, November 8, 2023 at Our House Assisted Living in Wisconsin Dells. Carol was born in South Beloit, Illinois on October 13, 1934 to Harry and Eliza (Moore) Nichols. She graduated from Hononegah High School in 1952 and married Harold Strack on her birthday in 1956. Together they...
Reinold Eckelberg
Nov 1, 2023
Reinold LaVern Eckelberg, age 98 of Montello passed away Wednesday, November 1, 2023 at Tivoli in Portage. Reinold was born in Baraboo to Louis and Ruth (Westpfahl) Eckelberg on September 17, 1925. He proudly served his country as a member of the United States Marines during World War II, he was a survivor of Iwo Jima. Reinold married Wilmetta Schendel...
Charles Hudson
Oct 31, 2023
Charles K. Hudson, beloved Husband, Father, Grandpa, PaPa, Brother and Son departed this earthy life surrounded by loved ones on October 31, 2023 at the age of 91. Charles was born and raised outside Chicago, married his wife Arlene on July 29, 1950 and together they raised their eight children. He was a carpenter and built custom homes with his...
Marvin Eroen
Oct 30, 2023
Marvin D. Eroen, age 75 of Neshkoro passed away peacefully on Monday, October 30, 2023 at his home surrounded by his family.
Honoring Marvin's wishes, no services will be held.
Delores Smrz
Oct 22, 2023
Delores Virginia (nee Becker) Smrz, age 95 of Montello passed away peacefully in her home on Sunday, October 22, 2023. Delores was born in Milwaukee on October 13, 1928 to Edward and Laura (Burneski) Gonia. She went to school in Milwaukee and moved to Oshkosh on June 14, 1942. She married Leo Becker on March 9, 1946 in Oshkosh and...
Michael Roney
Oct 20, 2023
Michael Allan Roney, age 54 of Oxford passed away peacefully on Friday, October 20, 2023 at Aspirus Hospital in Wausau with his two "siiisssters" by his side. Mike was born on May 5, 1969 to Glendon and Sherry (Holliday) Roney in Portage. He grew up in Oxford and graduated from Westfield High School in 1987. Mike had many lifelong friends...
Ronald Pike
Oct 15, 2023
Ronald “Ronnie” “Rah Rah” Lee Pike, age 57 of Oxford passed away on Sunday, October 15, 2023 with his family by his side at UW Hospital in Madison. Ronnie (Rah Rah) was born in Adams to Lonnie and Rebecca (Snow) Pike on October 14, 1966. He graduated from Westfield High School in 1985 and went on to serve his country...
Kathleen Severson
Oct 13, 2023
Kathleen Severson, age 77 of Montello (Lake Puckaway) passed away Friday, October 13, 2023 at Aspirus Divine Savior Hospital in Portage.
Private family services will be held at a later date.
Joann Arndt
Oct 13, 2023
Joann Arndt, age 48 of Westfield passed away peacefully on Friday, October 13, 2023 at her home. Joann was born in Brighton, Colorado on May 21, 1975 to Telesforo and Maria (Vega) Magana. She attended Brighton High School and later married Richard “Rick” Arndt in Brighton on February 3, 2000. Together they lived in Albuquerque, NM while raising their family...
Mary Beahm
Oct 12, 2023
Mary Ann Beahm, age 85 of Montello passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Thursday, October 12, 2023 at Aspirus Divine Savior Hospital in Portage. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend. Mary was born in Virginia, Minnesota on December 7, 1937 to Joseph and Theresa (Propst) Kindred, they later moved to Endeavor. She attended Portage...
Lonnie Barron
Oct 4, 2023
Lonnie F. Barron, age 54 of Marquette passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, October 4, 2023 at his home. He was born on February 14, 1969 in Adams-Friendship to Ronald and Sharyl (Hodgkins) Barron. Lonnie attended Montello Schools and went to work for Gary Bula Farms and later Green Giant in Beaver Dam. He most recently was employed as a cook...
James Locy
Sep 25, 2023
James Dean Locy, born on July 16, 1949, and departed on September 25, 2023, at the age of 74, was a beloved husband, father, and Marine veteran. He is survived by his cherished wife, Jean, his devoted children, Jonathan, Nicole, and Megan, and 12 adored grandchildren. Jim's life was a testament to love, strength, honor, and his deep passion for...
Steven Mack
Sep 24, 2023
Steven “Steve” Charles Mack, age 65 of Montello (formerly of Waukesha) passed away peacefully Sunday, September 24, 2023 at UW Hospital in Madison. Steve was born in Gresham, WI on September 9, 1958 to Clarence and Carolyn (St. Clair) Mack. He graduated from Waukesha North High School and furthered his education at WCTC. Steve married Kimberly Norby and together they...
Leonard Keuler
Sep 14, 2023
Leonard Nicholas Keuler, age 95 of Montello (formerly of Milwaukee) passed away Thursday, September 14, 2023 at St. Clare Hospital in Baraboo. Leonard was born in Stockbridge on February 13, 1928 to Nicholas and Florence (Mangan) Keuler and graduated from Chilton High School in 1946. He moved to Milwaukee to find work and married Laverne Bierman at St. Casmir’s Catholic...
Terry Coyle Jr.
Sep 11, 2023
Terry Allen Coyle Jr., age 34 of Montello passed away Monday, September 11, 2023 at UW Hospital in Madison. Terry was born on July 26, 1989 to Terry Sr. and Holly (Kerl) Coyle in Berlin. Terry was born with muscular dystrophy, but it did not stop him from leading a full life. He graduated from Montello High School in 2008. ...
Maureen Becraft
Sep 10, 2023
Maureen Ellen Becraft, age 71 of Montello passed away unexpectedly Sunday, September 10, 2023 at her home. Maureen was born in Greenville, Michigan on February 17, 1952 to Maurice and Ellen “Louise” Chickering. Her family moved to Montello in 1954 and Maureen graduated from Montello High School in 1970. She married John Becraft at Trinity United Methodist Church in Montello...
David Diedrich
Sep 8, 2023
David Scott Diedrich, age 60 of Montello (Lake Puckaway) passed away Friday, September 8, 2023. David was born in Marshfield on March 1, 1963 to Norbert and Nettie Mae (Bunting) Diedrich. He grew up in Colby and graduated from Colby High School. He served his country as a member of United States Army Reserves as well as the active Army.
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