All Obituaries

Judith “Judy” Elizabeth (Roellig) Denison, 88, joined her Heavenly Father and husband on Thursday, November 23, 2023. She was the only child of Grace Virginia (Hadley) and George Jay Roellig born on May 26, 1935, in La Crosse Wisconsin. Judy graduated with the class of 1953 from Central High School in La Crosse.  She married the love of her life, Donald H. “Stub” Denison, on January 16, 1954, in a small ceremony in Soldiers Grove Wisconsin. Judy worked for her...

Mildred A. Vascik, 104, passed away Saturday, November 11, 2023, at Bethany Riverside in La Crosse, WI. Mildred was born on October 2, 1919 to Frank and Mary Jakovec.  She married Louis J. Vascik on February 2, 1940, in Chicago, IL. Mildred is survived by her daughter Carol (Terry) Anderson; grandchildren, Kristin Meagher and Todd Anderson;  and great grandchildren, Delaney and Logan. She was preceded in death by her husband Louis Vascik; parents, Frank and Mary Jakovec; and...

David E. Campton, 56, passed away on Friday, November 10, 2023, after a 5-month battle with cancer.  Dave’s motto was “Life is like a game of cards, you have to play the cards you're dealt.” David was born on June 2, 1967, in Viroqua to Rose and Hallie Campton Jr.  He married Mavis on February 12, 1999, and they lived in Westby, later moving to Viroqua.  David excelled at every job he ever had until he started his own Barn Board Business, which he...

Our beloved father, Michael Edward Gernetzke entered into God’s Kingdom on Thursday, November 2, 2023, after a short battle with cancer. Michael was born to Maxine and Ed Gernetzke on August 20, 1952, in El Paso, TX. When Michael was younger, he and his family moved to Reeseville, WI where Michael developed his strong work ethic and family values. Michael attended UW Whitewater and graduated with a degree in Business Administration. After graduating, he moved to Fort Atkinson, WI,...

Michael Franklin Karasek, 63, passed away Friday, October 20, 2023, at Gundersen Medical Center in La Crosse. He was born on March 21, 1960, to Fay and Darlene (Smith) Karasek.  Michael was a Navy Veteran, enlisted from 1978-1984.  He was a petty officer second class serving his country as a DS2-Data Systems Technician.   He married Margaret (Haught) Karasek on Jun 20, 2012. Michael’s hobbies included hockey, golf, and fishing.  He enjoyed coffee with his...

Caroline Anderson, 89, of Viroqua, WI, passed away on Wednesday, October 18, 2023.  She was born on November 12, 1933. Caroline was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.  She is survived by her daughters Susan (Leo) Withrow, Nancy Gaszak and Donna (Lucas) Spangler.  Caroline was also cherished by her grandchildren: Adam Jaszkowski, Nikita and Hailey Spangler, Brandon Withrow, and Mariah Lopez.  She will be missed by her great-grandchildren:  John,...

Karen Hesselberg, 75, of Prarie du Chien, died on Tuesday, October 17, 2023, at her home surrounded by family. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.    The Roth Family Cremation Center and Funeral Services of Viroqua is assisting the family.    

Leroy C. Reno, 90, of Westby passed away on Monday, October 16, 2023, with his wife by his side. Leroy was born in Rhinelander, WI, on September 28, 1933.  This is where he spent his early childhood.  Later, the family moved to Milwaukee.  He had many memories of adventures with his brother, paper routes, and taking care of his beloved siblings. In his late teens he enlisted in the United States Marine Corp. After basic training he was shipped to the Korean conflict/war and...

Floyd Piepenhagen, 87, of Cashton, WI, passed away on October 12, 2023, at Vernon Manor.  He was born on June 11, 1936, in La Crosse, WI, to Ferdinand and Inga (Wangen) Piepenhagen. Floyd was raised on the family farm near Seneca and had a strong connection to the land. He spent his 20’s and 30’s working at Metallics in Onalaska and later in road construction, but his true passion was farming. For the past 54 years, Floyd and Margie dedicated themselves to farming in Newry...

Kristopher Rollin Johnson, 43, of Jonesboro, Georgia passed away unexpectedly Monday, October 9, 2023. Kris was born June 13, 1980 in Viroqua, WI where he spent his childhood and high school years. He lived in Georgia for 20 years where he worked as a Commercial Construction Superintendent and met the love of his life Jennifer Courtney. Kris was loved by everyone he met and left a lasting impression on them. He was kind, loving, funny, a one-of-a kind human who...