All Obituaries

Bryan W. Bender, age 40 of Woodman, lost his battle with brain cancer on Friday, April 5, 2024 surrounded by his family and friends at home. He was born April 2, 1984 in Boscobel, the son of Lyle and Judy (Zinck) Bender. He married Kelly Ramsden on December 8, 2020 at their family cabin in Marion Township. Bryan enjoyed deer hunting with friends near and far, supporting the Twisted Deere and other friends in tractor pulling, and watching his girls grow up. You could always count on Bryan for...

Ida R. Ward, age 89 of Benton and formerly of Boscobel and Crawford County Wisconsin, passed away on Easter Sunday, March 31, 2024 at her daughter's home in Benton, surrounded by her family.  She was born January 19, 1935 in Marshall Township, Richland County Wisconsin.  The daughter of Herbert and Clara (Craig) Haines. Ida worked for several years at Advance Transformer in Boscobel. She was a volunteer driver for the VA Medical Center, Tomah WI for 4 years(1521 hours of...

Richard (Rick) A. Yanna, age 75, of Boscobel, WI and formerly of Lancaster, WI passed away on Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at the William S. Middleton Veterans Hospital in Madison, WI after a short battle with cancer. He was born June 12, 1948 in Platteville, WI to Leo and Shirley (Timmens) Yanna. After serving in the US Army and being stationed in Germany, he married Kathleen Lehmann and had their son, Jason. They later divorced. He married Betty Fischer on October 10, 1981 and they had a...

Sue Ann (Adametz) Mezera, 74, departed this life on March 14, 2024, at Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center, Lacrosse, Wisconsin with her loving husband and daughters by her side. She was born on February 14,1950 in Reedsburg, Wisconsin to Edward and Bernice Adametz. She was one of four children. She made many wonderful memories with her siblings throughout her life. She was a lifelong caregiver for her youngest brother, Denny and she shared an inseparable bond with her sister Vicky, who was...

Dateline-Boscobel Penny P. Kalish, age 62 of Boscobel, passed away on Sunday March 3, 2024 at her home in Boscobel, surrounded by her family. She was born October 11, 1961 in Richland Center, Wisconsin. The daughter of Robert and Patricia (Mohr) Kalish. Penny, grew up working hard farming with her family. She helped her parents tend to their tavern, “The Long Branch” in Boscobel. I hear it was fun. Penny’s most known employment was J & J Sewing. She gained family there....

Mark Francis Trumm was born May 28th, 1982 to Francis and Lisa (DeBoer) Trumm. From his youth, Mark followed the footsteps of his father and pursued the life of a farmer. Mark was born to be a farmer. His passion for farming started at a young age when he would help his father on the family farm. During his life, he was an active member of 4H and FFA. He earned many awards for all his hard work. After high school, Mark went on to continue his passion by attending Southwest Wisconsin...

Lucile I.. Gauger, from Endeavor Wi., formerly of Blue River WI., peacefully passed away at the age of 87 on February 19, 2024, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison WI. She was born on October 3, 1936, in Boscobel, WI. Lucile was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister who was always generous with her love and kindness. Her six children affectionally called her “Mom.” Lucile’s legacy is carried on by Bobbi Ann (Jim) Goplin. David (Karen)...

Alice (Turner) Trombley, 85, died peacefully on February 13, 2024 at her home on Lake Beulah in East Troy, Wisconsin with her family by her side. Alice was a loving wife to her beloved, “Melvie”, loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Alice was born in Barnum, Wisconsin to Herb and Una Turner and was the 7 th child of nine. She loved her parents and her family. She moved with her husband and combined family from Boscobel, Wisconsin to Lake Beulah in East Troy, in 1973...

Patsy L (Havens)Gauger, age 81 of Boscobel passed away peacefully into the loving arms of her Lord on Saturday, January 27, 2024 after a courageous battle with Alzheimers/Dementia at Divine Rehab and Nursing Home in Fennimore. She was born March 30, 1942 to Clifford and Ruth Havens. She attended Steuben, Wauzeka, and Boscobel schools. She met and married John E Sander, September 26, 1959. They had four children together before divorcing. She then met and married James E Gauger on July 1,...

Douglas A. Batchelor, known affectionately to friends and family as Doug, passed away peacefully on January 10, 2024, at the University of Wisconsin Hospital in Madison. Born on December 13, 1952, in the welcoming town of Boscobel, Doug lived a life filled with music, joy, and the warmth of companionship. A proud graduate of Boscobel High School in 1970, Doug's passion for education was only matched by his love for music. He was an exceptionally talented musician, a skill that brought him...