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Miller, Virgil Carl Age 87 of Friendship
Virgil was born June 15, 1938, to Carl Frederick Miller and Alvina (Lubenau) Miller; He was raised in the Fall River area. After graduating from Fall River High School he started work at the American Red Cross where he worked for over 45 years. He proudly served as his local union president for many many years. In that time he met Judith Czajkowski and they got married and raised a family together in the Sun Prairie area. In 2002 they moved to their cottage in Dellwood WI.
Virgil was a “collector” He left behind a heck of a lot of stuff to his 2 sons who have no idea what to do with it. So if you’re looking for an extremely large TV from the 80s, boxes of 8 track tapes, vhs player or a concrete “stork” at least that is what we think it is, a trophy from 1995 for “best family float” or a rug shampooer (not sure of working condition) please contact Kirk Miller as Kyle’s number is conveniently unavailable, but please wait for an appropriate amount of time. Tomorrow will work. LOL But this is not an ad for a garage sale, it’s an obituary for a great and loved father, grandfather, and husband.
Virgil loved to volunteer. He was a youth group leader for Peace Lutheran church in Sun Prairie. He helped with the Quincy volunteer fire department. A long time member of the Petenwell and Castle Rock Property Owners, Petenwell and Castlerock Stewards and The Duck Creek Watershed group. He helped start the Quincy Neighborhood watch. Along with his work on the planning and zoning committee, Virgil was voted to the Ambulance committee as a citizen representative to help get a new ambulance service to the area. He also liked helping however he could at the Maggie Mae barn dances. He really enjoyed dressing up for St. Patrick’s Day and going to local care centers and the King Veterans home dressed up as a leprechaun and passing out little gifts. He loved watching sports especially the Wisconsin Badgers, racing and the Green Bay Packers GO PACK Go!!
He loved going for rides on his motorcycles and truly enjoyed hunting and fishing. However, we believe that hunting and fishing was just his way of spending more time with his sons more so than actually catching fish or bagging deer or ducks but he was skilled at both.
He would always carry dog biscuits in his coat pocket because like he would say “you never know when you’re going to see a dog who needs a treat. Or one to toss so I can jump a fence to get away from”
He always said his greatest accomplishment in his life was his two boys Kirk and Kyle and the lives they made for themselves and their families. Virgil would always put the needs of his family and friends before his own without hesitation or expecting anything in return. He was a man with the biggest heart. He was an extremely proud grandpa and cherished watching his granddaughters grow and succeed in life.
THE GREATEST COMPLIMENT WE’LL EVER HEAR IS YOU’RE JUST LIKE YOUR DAD.
Virgil was preceded in death by his Parents (father) Carl Miller, (Mother) Alvina Miller, (wife) Judith Lee (Czajkowski) Miller and two infant brothers.
Survivors include his sons: Kirk Miller, Kyle Miller (Leigh Ann (Niedermeier) Miller; granddaughter, Emma Miller; granddaughter, Hannah Miller; Kinship cared Granddaughter, Emilee Niedermeier and Kasey and Kalvin and his pride and joy his grand-Dog, BENNY!!
The Millers would like to give a special thank you to Virgil’s friend and companion Johhna Lee Mozny for her care and dedication to our father/grandfather. We would also like to thank the close friends and neighbors who helped with his care. You are all greatly appreciated.
Memorial service will be 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 31st, 2026 at Roseberry’s Funeral Home in Friendship, Wisconsin. Rev. John K. Stake will officiate. Visitation will be on Saturday, January 31st, from 12 Noon until the time of service. Interment will be at Fall River Cemetery at a later date and a celebration of life will be held later in the Summer details to follow.
Roseberry’s Funeral Home (www.roseberrys.com) is assisting the family.
Morgan, Elaine Claire Age 84 of Adams
Elaine was born on February 25, 1941, in Mauston, Wisconsin, to Clarence and Virginia (Werner) Johnson. She attended Adams-Friendship High School and graduated with the Class of 1958. From there, she began a life marked by curiosity, creativity, and a deep love of people.
Elaine lived fully and with purpose. She had a passion for travel, was an accomplished pianist who could move an audience, and faithfully served as church organist at Arkdale Trinity Lutheran Church for 25 years. Alongside her husband, Fred, she enjoyed boating, camping, cheering on the Badgers, Packers, Bucks, and the Kansas City Chiefs, and attending NASCAR and local races throughout Wisconsin and the Midwest. Both were avid readers, especially of Westerns.
Elaine found great joy in cooking and baking, particularly traditional Norwegian recipes, and she shared her talents while working in restaurants and school kitchens. Over the years, she also served as a school bus aide and worked at Parker Pen in Janesville, SSI, and later at Oscar Mayer in Madison, from where she retired.
Elaine was deeply involved in her community. As a young woman, she belonged to Rainbow Girls, and later was active in the Sons of Norway, Camper Club, and the Red Hat Society. She volunteered with the Historical Society, Antique Tractor Club, the Grand Marsh Corn & Tater Festival, her church, and local 4-H programs.
Above all, Elaine was known for her kindness, generosity, and welcoming spirit. She loved to entertain—whether preparing a home-cooked meal, playing the piano, enjoying a lively game of euchre, or sharing quiet conversation over coffee. There was always room for dessert. Her home was a place of warmth, laughter, and meaningful conversation.
Elaine treasured her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, faithfully attending their school programs, music recitals, sporting events, and dance performances. She was immensely proud of their accomplishments. She cherished her family, her friends, and most of all her husband, Fred. Her radiant smile and gentle spirit touched all who knew her. Elaine was a woman of remarkable grace, whose example will be remembered and whose presence will be deeply missed.
Elaine was married first to Russ Nichols, with whom she had three children, and later to John Vana Jr., with whom she had two children. In 2003, she was united in marriage to Fred Morgan.
She is survived by her husband, Fred Morgan; sister, Frances Synova Brien; son, Brian (Lisa) Vana; daughter, Cheryl (Rick) Duncan; son, Jeff Vana; daughter-in-law, Kathy (Mike) Kuss; brother-in-law, Dan (Marilyn) Morgan; sister-in-law, Lola Williams; step-sons, Kelly (Carla) Morgan and Kerry Morgan; step-daughter, Teri Ann Chambers; brother-in-law, Dave Marsh; sisters-in-law, Shirley (Frank) Chudyk and Sharon Morgan; first cousin, Rick (Sari) Ostby; 19 grandchildren: Justin, Jacob, Alyssa, Josh, Ashley, Dusty, Nick, Cam, Zach, Morgan, Jon, Keiryn, Kyle, Chelsea, John, Dustin, Rick, Ryan, and Lindsey; 25 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; great-nieces and great-nephews; and many dear friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband, John Vana Jr.; daughter, Brenda (Rob) LaMar; son, Dennis Nichols; parents, Clarence and Virginia Johnson; brothers, Bob Haakenstad and Allen Johnson; sisters-in-law, Nancy Marsh and Maureen “Sis” Holden; brothers-in-law, Harold Morgan and Howard Morgan; son-in-law, Ray Chambers; and great-nephew, Adam Brien.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at Arkdale Trinity Lutheran Church, with Pastor Terri Skildum officiating. Visitation will take place at the church on Saturday from 12:00 noon until the time of service.
Elaine was a blessing, her memory a treasure.
Roseberry’s Funeral Home (www.roseberrys.com) assisted the family
Vondrak, Ronald G. Age 84 of Phillips and Formerly of Adams
Ronald G. Vondrak, age 84, of Phillips, formerly of Adams, Wisconsin, passed away at home on Friday January 2, 2026. He fought a courageous battle against cancer-adenocarcinoma of the GE Junction.
Memorial services, with military honors to follow, will be held at 12:00 noon on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at South Burr Oak Methodist Church in Coloma, Wisconsin. Visitation will take place at the church from 10:30 a.m. until the time of service. Interment will be at Westfield East Cemetery at a later date.
Ronald was born on April 19th, 1941, in Grand Marsh, Wisconsin, to Edward Vondrak Jr. and Susie (Boer) Vondrak. He was united in marriage to Judith Thurber which ended in a divorce and on January 26th, 1986. He married the love of his life Judy (Kouba) Green in Adams County. Ronald served in the United States Army and was a proud veteran of the Vietnam War. Throughout his working career he worked as a car detailer at Sharapotta’s Motors in Friendship and Greenwood Motors in Wisconsin Dells until he started a secondhand store in Westfield, Wisconsin and sold the business and built a Ron’s Liquor Store that he ran until he sold the business and returned to Adams, Wisconsin and started working at Castle Rock Container in which he met Judy, and then he started working with Adams County Community Programs as an Economic Support Specialist. He also was a part-time jailor for Adams County. After retirement from the county, he started a family-owned medical transport company with his wife Judy and son Jason, known as R&J Medical Transportation they ran the business and serving the community of Adams County for eighteen years.
Ronald was a proud member of the VFW in Adams, Masonic Lodge in Friendship, and the South Burr Oak Church. He valued the fellowship and service that each organization represented.
In his leisure time he enjoyed snowmobiling, especially drag racing with his son, Jason, demo derby’s especially participating in building and be the biggest fan for his son Jason and his team, camping, riding motorcycles, classic old cars, fishing, elk hunting in Romeo Colorado with his brother Mitchell, nephews, Richard and Mitchell Jr., wild boar hunting in Searcy, Arkansas with his two sons both named Jason. On his bucket list was to do a bear hunt, and he finally received a tag, for applying for many years when he was in his late seventies in which that was made possible by his son Jason, Pete Fusak and Mike Fusak for use of the land, with hunting camper that he and Jason shared to be successful bear hunt to complete his bucket list.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Susie Vondrak, Jr.; brothers, Mitchell, Robert, Raymond, and Richard, maternal grandparents, paternal grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins brother in-law: Doran Truex, sister-in-law: Viola Vondrak, daughter: Charmaine Allen, nephews: Richard Vondrak, Mitchell Vondrak Jr., and Peter Vondrak and his fur baby: Scooby
Ronald is survived by his wife Judy; children Jason Vondrak, and Marie Vondrak; beloved grandchildren, Rhianna Vondrak (his special granddaughter), Scott Cline, Shawn Lloyd, Robert, Rachel, and Casey; sister: Ramona Truex; sister-in- law: Donna Shaw; special nieces: Betty Jo Person, and Lorie Albrecht. He is further survived by many nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews, extended family: Jason Manthey (Jessalyn Mountezuma) and family, Mike Fusak, Jack Holling, Joseph DeLeasky, and his fur baby: 187.
Special thanks to Nurse Angie Thomas, for her exceptional care from Avanti Home Care and Iron Mountain VA for all of their help and cares they provided.
Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the family. Visit www.roseberrys.com for online condolences and further information.
Local Prep Scores from Monday 1/12
Girls Basketball
Mauston 89 Hillsboro 72
Royall 53 Weston/Ithaca 24 (Bria Gruen 14points surpasses 1,000point milestone in her career)
Seneca 33 Wonewoc-Center 20
Nekoosa 58 Rosholt 10
Weyauwega-Freemont 45 Berlin 40
Westfield 35 Wisconsin Rapids 33
Boys Basketball
Brookwood 62 Viroqua 58
Onalaska Luther 66 Bangor 40
Westby 87 Cashton 39
#1 Kickapoo 77 New Lisbon 42
Riverdale 69 Wonewoc-Center 47
Poynette 63 Adams-Friendship 51
Wautoma 53 Randolph 40
Girls Hockey
Cap City Cougars 5 Badger Lightning 1
Hellers & Hansens Big Night Leads Lady Golden Eagles by Tigers
Bre Heller and Crimson Hansen both had nights to remember for the Mauston Golden Eagles in an 89-72 victory over Hillsboro Thursday night. Heller had 22points in the victory and surpassed the 1,000point career milestone knocking down a 3pointer in the first half that was celebrated by family & fans alike. Heller discusses her milestone. Crimson Hansen also had a big game for the Golden Eagles scoring a game high 28points. Mauston led by as many as 24points in the game but Hillsboro would never completely go away thanks to a big scoring output from Aliana Clark (20points) Emma McGraw (19points) and Michelle Hora (19points). Mauston improves to 9-3 on their season and will travel to Adams-Friendship Thursday night. Hillsboro falls to 7-6 on their season.
Local Prep Scores from over the Weekend
Girls Basketball
Westfield 60 Mauston 52
Hillsboro 56 New Lisbon 48
Necedah 33 Wonewoc-Center 30 (Sophie Morgan 11points to lead Necedah)
Royall 54 Cashton 36 (Bria Gruen 21points to lead Royall)
Bangor 60 Brookwood 29
Adams-Friendship 71 Ripon 30
Wisconsin Dells 83 Berlin 32
Boys Basketball
Bangor 88 Brookwood 47
Wonewoc-Center 44 Necedah 42
Reedsburg 55 Portage 49
La Crosse Central 67 Tomah 49
G-E-T 75 Mauston 61 (Jase Navis 18points to lead Mauston)
Wisconsin Dells 64 Portage 57
DC Everest 73 Adams-Friendship 51
Laconia 67 Ripon 40
Girls Hockey
Brookfield 3 Badger Lightning 2
Tomah/Black River Falls 4 Northland Pines 0
Boys Hockey
RWD/Mauston 7 Baraboo/Portage 3
Amery 5 Tomah/Sparta 2
Hillsboro Rallies Past New Lisbon to Stay in SBC Girls Championship Picture
The Hillsboro Tigers Girls basketball rallied past New Lisbon Friday night to stay in the conference championship picture. Hillsboro trailed 24-23 at halftime and trailed by as many as 7 to the Rockets in the 2nd half before they rallied for a 56-48 victory. Kaylee Hooks came off the bench to lead the comeback charge. Hooks had 10points all in the 2nd half including the go ahead 3pointer for the Tigers. Emma McGraw led the Tigers in scoring with 16points. New Lisbon led much of the game but seemed to wear down playing their 4th game in 6days. Keira Wilkinson led the Rockets with 18points while Olivia Bunker added 13. Hillsboro improves to 7-5 on their season and 4-1 in the Scenic Bluffs while New Lisbon drops to 5-8 on their season and 1-5 in the conference.
Komatz, Edward George Age 97 of Friendship
Edward George Komatz, age 97, of Friendship, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, January 8, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Funeral services will be held at 12:00 Noon on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at Roseberry’s Funeral Home in Friendship, Wisconsin, with Father David Komatz officiating. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service on Saturday at the funeral home. Military honors will be presented by the Adams County Honor Guard. Interment will take place at Quincy Cemetery at a later date.
Edward was born on September 18, 1928, in the Town of Greenfield, Wisconsin, to Matthew and Stephanie (Kravanya) Komatz. He graduated from West Milwaukee High School in 1947. Shortly thereafter, he moved to Adams County and joined the United States Army, serving in Germany and traveling extensively throughout Europe. On September 17, 1960, Edward was united in marriage to Sue Marie Buchanan at Adams Trinity Lutheran Church. The couple began their life together in West Milwaukee, later living in West Allis and Port Washington before returning to Adams County following Edward’s retirement in 1984. He dedicated 35 years of service to Pabst Brewery before retiring.
Edward found joy in traveling throughout the United States and Canada, taking cruises, golfing at Moundview Golf Course, gardening, deer hunting and pheasant hunting in South Dakota, playing sheepshead, solving crossword puzzles, and reading the newspaper. He was a proud member of American Legion Post #250 and a longtime member of Moundview Golf Course.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his siblings, Ann Komatz Buchanan and Rose Owsianny-Kramer; Ernest (Avis) Komatz, Joseph (MaryLou) Komatz, Matthew (Kathleen) Komatz Jr., and Mary Louise (Marvin) Waller and his son-in-law, Todd Thede.
Edward is lovingly survived by his wife, Sue Marie Komatz of Friendship, Wisconsin; daughters, Penny (Jeffrey) Mamerow of Colgate, Wisconsin, and Patti Thede of Oshkosh, Wisconsin; grandsons, Alan Jeffrey Mamerow and Jackson Buchanan Thede; along with many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
A Celebration of Life will be held in the summer, with details to be announced.
The family extends special thanks to St. Croix Hospice and especially to Pastor Fred, social worker Carrie, and nurses Jessica and Kourtney for their compassionate care.
Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the family. Online condolences and further information may be found at www.roseberrys.com
Local Prep Scores from Thursday 1/8
Boys Basketball
Royall 83 Cashton 25
Mauston 76 Westfield 72 (Jase Navis 24points to lead Mauston)
Brookwood 89 Wonewoc-Center 74 (Cunitz Brothers 53combined points Julian 27 and Jackson 26)
Bangor 70 Necedah 50 (Luke Murphy 20points for Necedah)
Hillsboro 69 New Lisbon 48 (Braun Jirschele 21points to lead Hillsboro)
Adams-Friendship 79 Ripon 58
Wautoma 75 Nekoosa 66
Berlin 52 Wisconsin Dells 37
Girls Basketball
McFarland 60 Reedsburg 39
La Crosse Central 80 Tomah 40
New Lisbon 54 Wild Rose 50
Boys Hockey
RWD/Mauston 3 Sauk Prairie 2
Tomah/Sparta 10 Viroqua 0
Mauston Wrestling
Mauston 54 Wautoma 15
Mauston 78 Osseo Fairchild 0
Mauston 54 Westfield 28

