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Local Prep Scores from the Weekend
12 hours
by WRJC WebMaster
in Sports
Softball
Riverdale 11 Royall 9
New Lisbon 17 La Farge 13
Tomah 8 DeForest 4
Tomah 9 Madison Edgewood 8
Baseball
Wisconsin Dells 6 Reedsburg 5
Adams-Friendship 8 Loyal 7
Cashton 2 Seneca 0
Brookwood 12 Westby 7
New Lisbon/Necedah defeated Almond-Bancroft
Adams-Friendship 17 Northwestern 7
Iowa-Grant 8 Cashton 7
Prairie Du Chein 8 Cashton 2
Wisconsin Rapids 10 Tomah 6
Wisconsin Rapids 8 Tomah 5
Royall Comeback Effort Falls Short at Copeland
12 hours
The Royall Panther softball teams comeback effort came up just short in an 11-9 loss to Riverdale at Copeland Park in La Crosse Friday evening. Royall had the tying runs on base in the top of the 7th but were caught trying to steal 2nd base to end the game. Bria Gruen went 3×4 with a pair of RBI’s in the loss for Royall while Kayla Rick went 2×4 with an RBI. Royall had fallen behind 11-4 before attempting to mount the comeback. Lilly Barr and Leah Hinkle each had a pair of hits for the Chieftains. Royall drops to 3-2 on their season while Riverdale improves to 4-2.
New Lisbon Hosts Track & Field Mill Haven Invite
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New Lisbon Hosts Mill Haven Foods Invitational
New Lisbon Track & Field had a strong showing on their home track Saturday, with multiple athletes earning top-4 finishes against a competitive field of 13 teams from Division 2 and Division 3.
Girls Highlights:
Haley Mathes –1st in Discus
Alivia Bailey –4th in 100m & 4th in Triple Jump
Brooklyn Lowe–4th in High Jump
4 x 200 Relay Team of Heidi Mathes, Regina Glavin, Gretchen Glavin, and Brooklyn Lowe – 3rd place
Boys Highlights:
Jamesen Pfaff –2nd in Long Jump & 3rd in Triple Jump
Sehraj Grewal –2nd in Discus
Dawson Stickney –4th in 200m & 3rd in 400m
Gavin Gesler –2nd in 300m Hurdles 4th in 110m Hurdles
Boys 4×400 Relay team of Jude Keltner, Josh Homan, Colby Pfaff and Dawson Stickney –3rd place
Boys 4×800 Relay team of Logan Miller, Blayne Schneider, Kale Stubbs, and Austin Bradley –3rd place
Team Results:
Girls – 5th Place
Boys – 3rd Place
Great effort across the board as the Rockets continue to build momentum this season!
The team would also like to send out a huge THANK YOU to all the volunteers that worked at the event and made the successful meet possible.
Juneau County Sheriff Sale
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Rabl, Norman E Age 89 of Adams
14 hours
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
Norman E. Rabl, age 89 of Adams, Wisconsin passed away on December 11, 2025.
Norm was born on June 16, 1936, in Columbus, WI to John Rabl and Elizabeth (Huber) Rabl. He graduated from Fall River High School in 1957 and went on to attend UW Madison where he played trumpet and tuba in the University Marching Band. He belonged to Delta Sigma Phi graduating with a BS in 1958. He received his MS in 1965 and PhD in 1978 from UW. His career began in Jefferson County in University Extension-Education. Norm began his career as a 4-H Club Agent, then as a Horticulture and Livestock Specialist, ending his formal career as the County Resource Agent &Business Specialist for Jefferson Co. He was granted Professor Emeritus from UW in 1978. While living in Jefferson he was involved with the National 4-H Club, Jefferson Kiwanis, Fort Atkinson Lions, WI Conservation Club and UW Madison Alumni Association.
Norm married his beloved wife, Carol (Hackl) in May 1963 and the couple were married for 58 years. As a couple they enjoyed spending time with their three children and five grandchildren, camping, boating and traveling to FL, Branson, Door County, the Northwoods and many National Parks. Norm loved playing the accordion and enjoyed entertaining others at Christmas and parties for many years. He remained an avid hunter and fisherman his entire life with annual trips to the Chippewa Flowage where he had a favorite “crappie hole”. After retirement, Norm and Carol moved to Adams, WI where they developed the Pinequilizer Campground/Mobile Home Park and Tree Farm. He began a Christmas tree lot in Fort Atkinson in 1968 where he enjoyed visiting with old friends and colleagues even after his son took over the sales. He had a vivid passion for life, often capturing it via his photography of family, friends and places he went. Norm had a special gift of making friends wherever he went and they remained friends for a lifetime.
Norman was preceded in death by his wife, Carol; his parents and brothers (John, Phil and Butch). He is survived by his loving family; sister, Nancy Mickelson; daughter, Laurie Rabl (Anthony Roberts); son, David Rabl (Jolane Benner); daughter, Kelly (Trent) Allen. Grandchildren Keith Diemert; Collin (Fillipi) Diemert; Grace (Arlen) Rabl Castro; Chloe (Jake) Allen and Luke Allen.
A celebration of life will be held from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 2nd, 2026 at the Moundview Golf Course, Friendship, Wisconsin.
Lecy, Mrtyle (Myrt) Jane Age 91 of Adams County
14 hours
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
Myrtle (Myrt) Jane Pedersen Lecy passed away on April 6, 2026 at Arborwood Assisted Living in Wisconsin Rapids. Services will be held May 2, 2026 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Arkdale. Visitation will be from Noon until 2 PM with a memorial service following.
Myrtle was born on September 12, 1934, to Hans and Hilda (Olson) Pedersen. She was born on her father’s birthday on the family farm, the 8 th of 11 children including brothers Norman, Roy, and Alden, and sisters Caroline Henriksen, Viola York, Virginia Chaffee, Esther Stevens, Gladys McKinley, Verna Williams, and Florence Koehler.
She graduated from Adams-Friendship High School in 1952. She married Helmer Lecy on June 12, 1954. They celebrated 64 years together before his death in 2018. Myrt worked at Roberts Motors in Friendship and Dimond’s Store in Arkdale during her early years while raising 4 children. In later years she worked at Carole’s Fashion Delights in Adams. Myrt also travelled extensively with Helmer while he was International Director for Lions Club, hosting many social events. Most of all she enjoyed cooking for her family and friends, spending time with her brothers and sisters and enjoying her family….and the Milwaukee Brewers!
She is predeceased by her parents, husband Helmer, son Loren as well as her sisters and her brothers Norman and Roy.
Surviving her are daughter Janis (Bob) Cada of Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin, daughter Jodi (Jim Grabarski) Helgeson of Grand Marsh, Wisconsin, son Lonny (Lucille) Lecy of Friendship, Wisconsin, daughter-in-law Peg Lecy of Arkdale, Wisconsin, grandchildren Heather (Matt) Wendland of Tomah, Wisconsin, Lars (Helena) Helgeson of Cincinnati, Ohio, Nicholas (Amanda) Cada of Elmer, New Jersey, Lavender (Doug) Hudson of West Chicago, Illinois, Kyle (Monica) Cada of Neenah, Wisconsin, great-grandchildren Amelia, Lillian, Samantha, Sylvia and Solveig, as well as her only surviving sibling, Alden Pedersen of Fond du Lac. She is further survived by many, many nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.
Memorials may be directed to the Roche-a-Cri Lions for improvements to the Lions park at Arkdale as she enjoyed many moments there.
Roseberry’s Funeral Home (www.roseberrys.com) is assisting the family.
Boggiano, Angeline Ruth Wong Age 94 of Hillsboro
14 hours
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
Angeline Ruth Wong Boggiano, age 94 years, of Hillsboro, Wisconsin, passed away on Friday, April 10, 2026 at Fair View Nursing Home in Mauston.
She was born on May 24, 1931 in Hillsboro, the daughter of Hartley and Crilla (Caucutt) Walker. Angeline graduated as Salutatorian from the Hillsboro High School in 1949. Shortly thereafter, Angie began working at the Farmers State Bank in Hillsboro, where she worked for 60 years.
Angeline was united in marriage to Arthur E. Wong on May 24, 1952 in Hillsboro. They purchased and made their home in Hillsboro also in 1952. Arthur preceded her in death on November 29, 1982.
Angeline later married Wilson “Willie” Boggiano on February 18, 1984 and he preceded her in death on June 11, 2005.
In addition to her work as a teller at Farmers State Bank; she was actively involved in the First Congregational Church in Hillsboro and their different circles, along with teaching Sunday School. Angie was also a founding member of the Good Samaritan Thrift Store in Hillsboro. She also was a member of the Hillsboro Fire Department Auxiliary.
Angie was also known for having many garage sales at her residence, affectionately known as “Queen of the Garage Sale.”
Survivors include her daughter, Christi (Robert) Kouba; son, Kirby (Ann) Wong; grandchildren, Karrie Kouba, Josh (April) Kouba, Benjamin (Carly) Wong, Sarah (Brandon) Hockers, and Becky (Travis) Stolze; great grandchildren, Chloe, Clayton, Elliott, Austin, Amelia, and Delilah and sister-in-law, Shirley Walker.
In addition to her husbands, Arthur and Wilson; her parents, Hartley and Crilla and brother, Merwyn Walker.
Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at the First Congregational Church in Hillsboro, with Pastor Thomas Hotek officiating. Burial will be in the Forest-Burr Cemetery, rural Hillsboro. A time of visitation will be on Friday, April 17, 2026 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Picha Funeral Home in Hillsboro and from 10 to 11 a.m. on Saturday at the Church.
The Picha Funeral Home in Hillsboro is assisting, for online information go to www.pichafuneralhomes.com
Richart, Gregory Clayton of New Lisbon
14 hours
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
Gregory Clayton Ritchart lived a life of love, family and friends until his passing on April 4, 2026. Greg was born to Clayton and Elsie Ritchart on September 23, 1955. He graduated from New Lisbon High School in the Class of 1973. After graduating from UW-River Falls, Greg returned to New Lisbon. He worked for many years at Dumore Corporation and then at Sand Ridge Correctional Facility until his retirement.
Greg was born and raised on the family farm. He always enjoyed spending time at the family farm helping milking, harvesting, feeding the cows and just spending time with his brothers. Greg spent his free time playing in recreational leagues for darts, pool, bowling and volleyball. He loved being outside absorbing the sunlight, gardening and fishing on the Lemonweir River. Greg could easily be coaxed into showing his beautiful flowers and vegetable gardens. Greg loved his motorcycle whether it was driving to work, giving the grandchildren a ride or enjoying the scenery with Patsy.
Greg’s grandchildren were the highlight of his life. He loved every moment he spent with them. He was proud of the adult that Mayson has become and loved talking with him about wrestling and watching matches. Maddox and his Papa loved talking about any sports and fishing. Greg loved those quiet moments with Maddox when they were just together. Maddy (“Bug”) was the apple of his eye and he loved anytime that they were talking together and always had his wallet ready.
Greg is survived by his wife and partner of 47 years, Patsy (Schmidt); his daughter, Angela, her husband, Marc, and children, Mayson, Maddox and Maddy; his daughter Cyndi, and children Mason and Haleigh; his siblings, Karen (Lynn) Winkelman, Brian (Hazel) Ritchart, Harold (Julie) Ritchart, Beverly (John) Hoekstra and Bruce (Donna) Ritchart and many nieces and nephews.
Greg was predeceased by his parents, Clayton and Elsie, and his daughter, Mariah Ann. He will be deeply missed and remembered for his quiet calm demeanor and loving nature.
A special thank you to the Gundersen Lutheran Oncology Department and Tomah Memorial Infusion Services.
Services will be held on Thursday, April 16th, 2026, at 1:00P.M. at the Hare Funeral Home (217 W. Pearl St.) in New Lisbon. Relatives and friends are invited to a visitation on Thursday from 11:00A.M. until the time of service. Burial will take place in the New Lisbon City Cemetery. Family friend Steve Day will be presiding. A celebration of Greg’s life will take place at the Hustler Hall following the services. The Hare Funeral Home in New Lisbon is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences are available at www.harefuneralhome.com
Local Prep Scores from Thursday 4-9
3 days
by WRJC WebMaster
in Sports
Baseball
Royall 10 New Lisbon/Necedah 1
Westfield 5 Adams-Friendship 2
Ripon 12 Wautoma 10
Berlin 9 Nekoosa 5
Wisconsin Dells 10 Mauston 0
Brookwood 6 Bangor 0 (Jackson Cunitz 4 doubles for Brookwood
Hillsboro 8 Wonewoc-Center 1
De Soto 11 Weston 0
Tomah 6 La Crosse Logan 3
Reedsburg 9 Fort Atkinson 0
Softball
Royall 13 New Lisbon 4
Necedah 18 Cashton 7
Bangor 4 Brookwood 1
Hillsboro 14 Wonewoc-Center 2 (Gracie Herritz 3×4 4RBIs for Hillsboro)
Tomah 10 La Crosse Logan 0 (Anna Wall 5inning No-Hitter for Tomah)
Royall Baseball Uses Meteor of Hits to Defeat Space Birds
3 days
The Royall Baseball team moved to 2-0 on their season with a 10-1 victory over the New Lisbon/Necedah Space Birds Thursday night. Royall jumped out to a 3-0 lead and never looked back. Trey Wildes, Jett Bender, Braxton Board and Easton Wopat all had multiple hits in the victory. Board was also strong on the mound going 5innings giving up just 1run on 1hit while striking out 7 and walking 4. Colby Schroeder pitched 2 perfect innings of relief striking out 5 Space Bird batters. Brady Keller had the first and only hit and run of the game in the Space Birds first ever game as part of the Necedah/New Lisbon Co-Op. Brady Cross took the loss for the Space Birds giving up 6runs on 8hits walking only 2 and striking out 5 in 5innings. New Lisbon/Necedah drops to 0-1.
