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John H. “Jack” Schmitz

By Editor | May 28, 2024

With great sadness the family of John H. (Jack) Schmitz announces his passing on Sunday, May 26th, 2024. Jack was born October 10, 1935 in St. Paul, MN, the third oldest child of Henry and Gertrude (Mielke) Schmitz.  He attended St. Bernard’s Catholic school in St. Paul until second grade, when his family moved to…

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Marilyn Louise (Herrly) Schug

By Editor | May 28, 2024

Marilyn Louise (Herrly) Schug, 78, of Glenwood City, Wisconsin passed away unexpectedly on May 21st, 2024, at home. She was born on July 23rd, 1945, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the daughter of Glen Orville Herrly and Clarice Bertha (Orton) Herrly.  Marilyn is survived by her beloved husband of 57 years, Lawrence Schug; her four children–Mary Ohman…

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David E. Felland

By Editor | May 28, 2024

David E. Felland, age 96 of Colfax, WI, died on December 30, 2023 at the Divine Nursing and Rehab Nursing Home in St. Croix Falls, WI. David Eugene Felland was born on August 9, 1927 in Grand Rapids, MN the son of Dr. Oscar M. & Adina (Thompson) Felland. He grew up in Colfax, WI,…

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Paul E. Faber

By Editor | May 21, 2024

Paul E. Faber, age 80, of Knapp, Wisconsin, was called home to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 2, 2024.  Paul was born December 3, 1943, to Elmer and Florence (Cockburn) Faber in Cady Township, St. Croix County, Wisconsin. Paul attended Plainview Grade School in Cady Township and Hudson High School. He and Sylvia…

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James D. Munkwitz

By Editor | May 21, 2024

James Donald Munkwitz was born on January 13, 1959, in St. Paul, MN, to Donald and Carol Munkwitz. Jim passed away unexpectedly, on May 11, 2024. Jim, or Coach Munk as he was most widely known, grew up on the West Side of St. Paul. He attended Roosevelt Elementary and Junior High School and completed…

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Thomas J. Hovland

By Editor | May 14, 2024

Thomas J. Hovland, 66, of Bedford, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, at his residence. Tom was born June 7, 1957, the son of LaVerne and Murial Hovland. Tom attended and graduated from Colfax High School in 1975. Shortly after graduation, Tom enlisted in the U.S. Navy. He retired from the Navy after…

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Ronald James Rose 1960-2024

By Editor | May 14, 2024

Ronald James Rose, 63, of Elk Mound WI passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on May 9, 2024. He was born on August 6, 1960 to Phillip and Twylia Rose and graduated from Colfax High School in 1978. He married Jill Knutson on April 25, 1981 and shortly after, purchased the dairy farm he and…

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Timothy R. Bird

By Editor | May 14, 2024

On the most perfect day of 1965, February 26th, a beautiful baby boy named Timothy Robert was born. From that first moment, he defied expectations. Born with an extra chromosome, Tim shattered barriers and inspired all who knew him until his passing on May 10, 2024. Known for his indomitable spirit and love for his…

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Susan E. Anderson

By Editor | May 14, 2024

Susan E. Anderson, age 78, of Glenwood City, WI died Friday, May 10, 2024, peacefully in her home. Sue was born December 3, 1945 in Eau Claire, WI to Edwin and Myrtle (Thorson) Carlson. She attended the rural Ridge View School before graduating from Glenwood City High School in 1964. Following her schooling Sue went…

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Paul Faber

By Editor | May 7, 2024

Paul Faber, age 80, of Knapp, Wisconsin, died Thursday, May 2, 2024 at Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire, Wi. Visitation will be Thursday, May 9, 2024, from 4-8 p.m. at the First Baptist Church in Woodville. Funeral service will be on Friday, May 10, at 11 a.m. at First Baptist, Woodville, with visitation…

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