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Royall Baseball Wins Pitchers Duel Over Brookwood
3 months
The Royall Panther baseball stands alone atop the Scenic Bluffs Conference after a dominating pitching performance once again by Senior Seth Brandau in a 1-0 victory over Brookwood Monday evening. Brandau pitched a complete game 2hit shutout. Brandau walked one batter and struck out 9. Royall needed Brandau’s pitching masterpiece as Brookwoods Owen Wang was nearly equal to the task. Wang went 5 2/3 innings giving up just 1run on 1hit walking none and striking out 5. Royall’s lone run came in the 2nd inning. Jackson Bender led off with a double stole 3rd base and scored on a throwing error by the catcher trying to catch Bender stealing. The game took just 1 hour and 15 minutes to complete. Royall improves to 7-2 on their season and 4-0 in the Scenic Bluffs Conference. Brookwood drops to 4-1 in the conference and 6-2 overall.
Local Prep Scores from over the Weekend
3 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Sports
Baseball
Royall 8 Weston 1
Royall 5 Melrose-Mindoro 0
Melrose-Mindoro 13 Weston 3
Reedsburg 12 Onalaska 0
Onalaska 7 Reedsburg 6
Softball
Ithaca 11 Royall 7
Melrose-Mindoro 9 Royall 7
Royall Baseball Sweeps Home Triangular to win 6th in a Row
3 months
The Royall Panthers baseball team extended their winning streak to 6 after winning a pair of non-conference games Saturday at their home triangular. Royall started off with an 8-1 victory over Weston. Royall pulled away from a 2-1 game with 2runs in the 5th and 3 in the 6th. Garrett Dragan and Jackson Bender had big hits in those innings. Carter Uppena had a big game at the plate going 3×4 with a double while Dragan went 2×4 with a pair of RBIs, Seth Brandau went 2×3. Cole Eberhardt picked up the victory in relief going 4 1/3 innings giving up just 1unearned run on 4hits 1bb and 6 strikeouts. Trey Wildes started and gave up no runs over 2 2/3innings. Brady Westphal scored the lone run for Weston.
Royall defeated Melrose-Mindoro in their second game of the triangular erupting for all 5 of their runs in the 6th innings. Royall got exceptional pitching from Ben Crneckiy and Jett Bender. Crneckiy went the first 4 2/3 innings giving up nothing on just 1hit 2walks while striking out 7 Mustang batters. Jett Bender came in and pitched the final 2 1/3 innings giving up nothing on 1hit 1walk and striking out 1 to pick up his first career varsity victory. Jackson Bender went 2×3 with the go ahead 2 run double in the 6th inning. Royall improves to 6-2 on their season, while Melrose-Mindoro drops to 5-3.
Quinnell, Susan Jayne Age 65 of Arkdale
3 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
Susan Jayne Quinnell, age 65, of Arkdale, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 18, 2025, at Serenity House in Tomah, Wisconsin.
A funeral service will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at Arkdale Trinity Lutheran Church in Arkdale, Wisconsin, with Pastor Terri Skildum officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Repose Cemetery in Friendship, Wisconsin. Visitation will be held at the church on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service.
Susan was born on September 30, 1959, in Libertyville, Illinois, to Edward and Marion (Krieter) Radzik. She spent her early years in Libertyville before relocating to Friendship, Wisconsin, where she graduated from Adams-Friendship High School in 1977. On September 22, 1979, she married Donald E. Quinnell in Adams, Wisconsin. Together, they built a loving home in Arkdale’s Dellwood community and raised four sons.
In addition to dedicating herself to her family, Susan worked alongside her husband managing Dellwood Plumbing & Heating and provided bookkeeping services for several local businesses.
Susan was known for her warm heart, her love of decorating, and her passion for spending time with family. She especially enjoyed golfing, bowling, darts, shopping for her grandchildren, and traveling.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Marion Radzik; her brother, Richard Radzik; and her grandchild, Kennady Quinnell.
Susan is survived by her devoted husband, Donald E. Quinnell; her sons, Nicholas (Kayla) Quinnell, Nathan Quinnell, Corey (Erin) Quinnell, and Dustin (Taisa) Quinnell; and her cherished grandchildren: Hayden, Ashtin, Kendel, Charlotte, Reid, Skylar, Tucker, and Mya. She is also survived by her siblings, Ronald (Kathy) Radzik, Sandra (Rick) Schaetzka, and Sally (Dennis) Bruns; her sister-in-law, Mary Radzik; as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family, and dear friends.
Memorial contributions in Susan’s name may be directed to Cure SMA (https://www.curesma.org/ways-to-give/).
The family is being assisted by Roseberry’s Funeral Home. Online condolences and further information may be found at www.roseberrys.com.
Van Giesen, Robert I. Age 66 of Adams
3 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
Robert I. Van Giesen, 66, of Adams, Wisconsin, passed away on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer.
A memorial Mass will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at St. Cecelia’s Catholic Church, 603 Oak St., Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin. A celebration of his life will follow at the Grand Marsh Community Center, 627 Mason St., Grand Marsh, beginning at 12:30 p.m.
Born in Chicago, Illinois, on September 28, 1958, Robert was a skilled and dedicated construction worker. He was also a proud member of the Midwest Van Club in Chicago, where he found friendship and camaraderie.
Robert was preceded in death by his mother, Margaret Malek; father, Casey Malek; brother, David Van Giesen; grandmother, Edna Pongetti; brother-in-law: Allen Baker, and several beloved aunts and uncles. The youngest of seven, he is survived by his siblings, Dionetta Baker, Michael (Ruth) Van Giesen, Gertrude (Daniel) Ferge, Edna (Scott) Dickens, and Karl (Cathie) Van Giesen, along with many cherished nieces and nephews.
Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the family. Online condolences and further details can be found at www.roseberrys.com.
Celmer, Bernadette Mary Age 69 of Adams
3 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
Bernadette Mary Celmer, age 69, of Adams, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 13, 2025, at Gundersen Lutheran Hospital in La Crosse, Wisconsin
Born on December 29, 1955, in Rockford, Illinois, Bernadette was the daughter of Bernard and Cecilia (Brodeski) Krowczyk. She grew up in Rockford and graduated from Auburn High School in 1973. On April 10, 1975, she married the love of her life, David A. Celmer. Bernadette worked for several companies over the years, including Berol Pencil Sharpener Company and Tote Cart Shopping Cart Company.
In 2000, Bernadette and David made their home in Adams County, where she continued her career with Cardinal Glass and the Ho-Chunk Casino. She was known for her strong work ethic, quiet kindness, and deep love for her family.
Bernadette was preceded in death by her parents; her siblings, Bernice Lawver, Bernard Krowczyk Jr., and Stanley Krowczyk; and her beloved grandson, David Celmer.
She is survived by her devoted husband of 50 years, David Celmer; her two sons, Levi (Oana) Celmer and Luke Celmer; brother, Joseph (Lynn) Krowczyk; and granddaughters: Olivia and Stella.
In accordance with Bernadette’s wishes, no funeral service will be held.
She will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew her.
Local Prep Scores from Thursday 4/17
3 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Sports
Baseball
Royall 7 Bangor 3
Mauston 6 Nekoosa 1 (Isaac Steinke WP 6IP 2H 0R 2BB 13K, Evan Parsons 2×4 RBI for Mauston)
Hillsboro 19 Wonewoc-Center 0
Cashton 8 Necedah 2
Brookwood 12 New Lisbon 0
Wisconsin Dells 4 Westfield 0 (Nolan Schmitz no hitter for the Dells)
Wautoma 4 Adams-Friendship 3
Softball
Necedah 12 Cashton 5 (Syvannah Schumer 3×4 2RBI’s for Necedah)
Hillsboro 8 Wonewoc-Center 4 (Michelle Hora 2×3 RBI for Hillsboro)
Royall 4 Bangor 1
Brookwood 11 New Lisbon 2
Reedsburg 7 Baraboo 6
Wautoma 6 Wisconsin Dells 4
Nekoosa 7 Westfield 2
Adams-Friendship 22 Mauston 0
Tomah 12 Sparta 2
Kickapoo 14 Weston 4
Girls Soccer
La Crosse Logan 2 Mauston 0
Wautoma 3 Adams-Friendship 1
Tomah 6 Sparta 3
Royall Baseball Ends Bangors 33 Game SBC Winning Streak
3 months
The Royall Panthers baseball team got a big early leg up in the Scenic Bluffs conference race knocking off Bangor 7-3 on the road. Seth Brandau picked up the complete game victory for Royall giving up just 1 earned run while scattering 4hits walking just one and striking out 7. The offense was paced by Jackson Bender and Garrett Dragan who each went 2×3 with a pair of runs driven in. Brandau also went 2×4 2RBIs. Willy Reed and Bryce Anderson each had a double for the Cardinals while Eli Tucker took the loss on the mound. Royall improves to 4-2 on their season and 3-0 in the Scenic Bluffs Conference. Bangor drops to 5-2 overall and 1-1 in the conference. Royalls victory ended Bangors 33 game SBC winning streak.
New Lisbon Track & Field Competes on New Broowkood Facility
3 months
The New Lisbon Track and Field teams completed Tuesday night at Brookwood High Schools new track facility. It was great to see another school in the Scenic Bluffs Conference get a facility, and it was an amazing facility to go and compete. There were 11 teams at the meet and the girls team took 7th place and the boys finished in 2nd.
Finishing in the top 3 and earning medals were:
Dawson Stickney with a first place in the 400-meter dash
The 4 x 100 relay team of Jamesen Pfaff, Brandon Voss, Jude Keltner, and Austin Berndsen finishing first
Jameson Barker finishing second in the 110 hurdles
Brandon Voss finishing second in the 200 meter dash
Jamesen Pfaff finishing second in long jump
The 4 x 800 relay team of Gavin Gesler, Colby Pfaff, Dawson Stickney, and Josh Homan fishing third
Austin Berndsen with a third-place finish in the 100-meter dash
Sam Zebell with third place finishes in both shot and discus
Jude Keltner with a third-place finish in triple jump
And Alivia Bailey with a third-place finish in the 400-meter dash.
Next up for the Rockets is a trip to Cashton on Thursday night for the Cashton Invitational.
Quimby, Vergie Mae Age 94 of Big Flats
3 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
Vergie Mae Quimby, age 94, of Big Flats, Wisconsin, has gone on to paradise on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at Edgewater Haven Nursing Home in Port Edwards, Wisconsin. Her long and well-lived journey has now led her to her eternal home.
Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. on Monday, April 21, 2025 at the Roseberry’s Funeral Home in Friendship, Wisconsin. Pastor Milt Duntley will officiate. Interment will be at the Pine Grove Cemetery, Bancroft, Wisconsin. Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. until the time of service on Monday at Roseberry’s Funeral Home.
Vergie was born on March 25, 1931, in Jump River, Wisconsin, as a twin, to Louis T. and Alice (Warner) Crook. On October 29, 1949, she married her childhood sweetheart, Gilman Quimby Sr., in Camp Douglas, Wisconsin. Together they built a life filled with love and dedication. They began raising their family and moved to Janesville, where Vergie worked for Parker Pen, before relocating to Waukesha, where she was employed by Amaron Company for 10 years and continued to raise her children and babysitting her grandchildren. She trained for and became a home health care giver until she retired. In 1993, Vergie and Gilman moved to Big Flats, where they ran the beloved “Quimby Vegetable Barn.” Even in retirement, Vergie’s hardworking spirit led her to McCain Foods in Plover, where she worked for many years.
Vergie had a heart as generous as her hands were skilled. She found joy in crocheting, crafting cherished blankets for each of her children, grandchildren, and even many great-grandchildren. She loved tending her garden and spending precious time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, creating lasting memories through her kindness.
In addition to her devotion to family, Vergie was passionate about supporting others. She proudly served as a chairperson for the Alzheimer’s Walk for many years, lending her time and efforts to a cause close to her heart.
Vergie was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Gilman Sr.; her parents, Louis and Alice; two sons, Richard and Leonard; and her siblings: Genevieve (Harold) DeBruin, Vivian (Ray) Quimby, Henry (Betty) Crook, Robert (Kathy) Crook, Virgil (Delores) Crook, Alvin (Doris) Crook; and in-laws Glen Warner, Norman Jensen, and Bonnie Crook.
She is lovingly survived by her children: Gilman Jr. “Jim” (Shirley) Quimby, Sharil Gallagher, Karen (Dennis) Tolley, and Allen (Katie) Quimby; daughter-in-law, Sharon Quimby; her siblings: Arlene Warner, Olsie Jensen, Paul (Dee) Crook, and Gloria (Tom) Heyer; and her sister-in-law, Leona Taylor.
Vergie’s legacy also lives on through her 13 grandchildren: Brenda, Michelle, Delta (Sarah), Charity, Lewis, Dwayne, Derrick (Bobbi), Shannon (Brian), Jessica, Ryan (Jeng), Jeremiah (Amanda), Stacie, and Jay (Casey); her two step-grandchildren, Samantha (Trevor) and Darren (Georgette); her 28 great-grandchildren; 6 step-great-grandchildren; 15 great-great-grandchildren; and 2 step-great-great-grandchildren. She is further survived by many, many nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends.
Vergie will be remembered for her strong yet gentle spirit, her unwavering love for her family, and her deep-rooted kindness that touched every life she encountered. Her 6 grandsons will serve as pallbearers and her 12 great-grandsons will serve as honorary pallbearers.
Roseberry’s Funeral Home is honored to be assisting the family. Online condolences and further information are available at www.roseberrys.com.
