All Obituaries

Shirley A. Clauer age 92, passed away on Sunday, June 4th, 2023, in Lancaster, Wisconsin. Shirley was born on February 10, 1931, to Earl and Verle (Hoffman) Bishell.  Shirley married Paul M. Clauer on April 10, 1950, in Lancaster, Wisconsin.  After her marriage to Paul, they farmed in Beetown Township.  For many years, she was a hard-working farm wife, helping with cattle and field work. Later, she began working at Orchard Manor Nursing Home in the dietary department,...

Loren H. Primmer, 84, of Holmen and formerly of Viroqua, died Tuesday, May 30, 2023, at his home. He was born Dec. 14, 1938, to Guy and Merle E. (Fish) Primmer in Viroqua. He was baptized and confirmed at the United Methodist Church. He grew up on a farm outside of Viroqua.  He was a member of the Viroqua High School Graduating Class of 1956. After high school he joined the U.S. Army. (1956 - 1961) Loren  met the love of his life Jenese Emmert. They were united in marriage on May...

Alvin A. Gardner Jr., 74, of Soldiers Grove passed away on Thursday, January 19, 2023, at his home surrounded by his daughters.  He was born on September 9, 1948, to Alvin and Myrtle (Olson) Gardner. Alvin worked very hard his whole life and had many different business ventures.  Some of his favorites included: managing the Holiday Station, farming, and selling cars.  Spending time with his family and tractor pulls were his favorite things to do. He is survived by...

David Campbell, 64, of Viroqua passed away Friday, May 26, 2023, after a long battle with a terminal illness.  David was born on December 18, 1958, to Donald and Marian (Griesbach) Campbell in Milwaukee, WI.  After graduating high school, he enlisted in the United States Air Force as a jet mechanic.  After his time in the Air Force, he met his wife Arlene “Peggy” Campbell.  They were united in marriage on May 21, 1983, and just celebrated 40 years of...

Lillian Olson Arneson Thorson, 79, of Readstown, formerly of East Dubuque, passed away peacefully with her son and daughter by her side on Saturday, May 20th, 2023.  She left a legacy of love for her children, stepchildren, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and siblings.  She was born to Agnes (Emerson) Olson and Melvin O. Olson in rural DeSoto, WI on March 7th, 1944. She married Thomas Arneson in 1963 and was co-owner of Arneson Wholesalers which they purchased the same...

Charles “Charlie” R. Burch, 81, of Westby passed away peacefully at home on May 16, 2023. Charlie was born on May 26, 1941, to Robert and Marie (Rollins) Burch in Ontario, WI. Charlie worked at various jobs as a mechanic throughout his life and retired from Vernon Electric Cooperative. Charlie enjoyed hunting, fishing, woodworking, and spending time with his family. Hunting in the mountains with his boys and his friends was something Charlie looked forward to for over 45 years....

David “Dave” James Reed, age 75, passed away on April 2, 2023, in Viroqua, Wisconsin. Dave was born in Viroqua, WI on May 7, 1947 to Howard Reed and Florence “Peg” (Taylor) Reed. Dave was a businessman at heart. A good part of his career included his work at K & L Sporting Goods and Jewelry Store on Main Street, Viroqua. The last 25 years of his career he became a realtor and broker and eventually grew his business to become United Country Oakwood...

       Ronald D. Riggs, 91, of Mt. Zion, WI died peacefully in his sleep on Monday, April 24, 2023, in his home.      Ronald was born to Royal and Lillian Riggs in 1931. He grew up on a farm near Seneca and had great memories of riding his pony to school.  After graduation Ron enlisted in the army and served in the Korean war for a year.      Ron was an over-the-road truck driver for many years. He hauled everything from...

Leonard Robert Olson, 88, of Seneca, passed away peacefully on April 22, 2023, after many years of battling various health issues. Leonard was born on February 3, 1935, to Tilmon and Minnie Olson at their family farm near Seneca.  Leonard had many hobbies throughout his younger years, and most of them stuck with him for life. He enjoyed roller skating, playing softball, bowling, and camping. In high school he served as the state FFA Vice President. He had an incredible...

Larry Richard Gadicke, 81, passed away on Friday, April 21, 2023 at his home in Viroqua. He was born on October 24, 1941, to Fred and Valeria (Hass) Gadicke. He married Mary Lindeman on November 27, 2021, in Westby, WI. Larry loved spending time with family and friends. He drove commercial semi all his life. He enjoyed camping, flee markets, garden tractor pulls, working on old cars and going to auctions, hanging out with his grandsons: Shawn, Chad, and Parker, and Buddy...