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Marin, Carol Ann Draudt Age 88
4 days
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
Carol Ann Draudt Marin was born September 10, 1937, and departed this life to be with her Lord and Savior. Carol was a devoted mother, grandma honey, and great grandma honey. Carol cherished every moment spent with her children and grandchildren, sharing her boundless love and wisdom.
A passionate pediatric nurse, Carol dedicated her life to caring for others, embodying compassion, and empathy in all she did. Her nurturing spirit extended beyond her professional life into her hobbies, where she found joy in sailing, gardening, and cultivating a vibrant indoor flower sanctuary. Her casino visits were her fun pastime. Cooking was another outlet for her creativity, as she delighted in preparing meals that brought family and friends together.
Carol had a deep appreciation for nature, retreating in her home in Mauston, Wisconsin where she found solace and inspiration. Educated in geography, history, and politics, she engaged in meaningful conversations and lived her life without prejudice, advocating fiercely for those less fortunate.
In her final days, Carol expressed her desire for us to celebrate her life with laughter, Irish storytelling, and to raise a glass in her honor. She loved sharing her love of Jesus, as well as tales that brought joy to others and reminded us of all the importance of connection and community.
Carol is survived, by her daughters Cheri, Kim (Mark), and Penny. Her sister Linnea (Gene), and brother Larry. She is grandma honey to Corty (Jessie), Cameron (Amber), Vic III (Ashley), Daniel, and great grandma honey to Caden, Chase, Cuyler, Addison, Carson, and Vic IV. She will be missed by her many friends dear to her, especially Deb
She is preceded in death by her parents Anna and Lawerence Draudt, her spouse Dino, brother Fred, her son Lance, and her son-in-law Vic Jr.
We invite you to join us in a celebration of her life, where we will share stories, laughter, and a toast to a remarkable woman who touched countless lives.
Services will be held Saturday February 14, 2026, with visitation from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at North Prairie Methodist church 5000 W. 9th St. Winthrop Harbor, Il 60096 followed by a luncheon at VFW post 7448 1112 Sheridan Road Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096.
Roseberry Funeral Home of Friendship is assisting the family. Visit www.roseberrys.com for online condolences.
Local Prep Scores from Thursday 1/22
6 days
by WRJC WebMaster
in Sports
Boys Basketball
Royall 61 Bangor 47 (Braxton Board 24points to Lead Royall)
Hillsboro 91 Cashton 43 (Miles Ravenscroft 29points to lead Hillsboro)
Wonewoc-Center 64 New Lisbon 45
Mauston 82 Nekoosa 52 (Jase Navis 33points to lead Mauston)
Berlin 75 Ripon 64
Wautoma 74 Westfield 64
Wisconsin Dells 72 Adams-Friendship 59
Mount Horeb 57 Reedsburg 42
Onalaska 77 Tomah 68
Girls Basketball
Royall 43 New Lisbon 17 (Elizabeth Klipstein 16points to lead Royall)
Cashton 63 Wonewoc-Center 24
Mauston 74 Nekoosa 45 (Caitie Lavold Bre Heller each with 18 to lead Mauston)
Berlin 62 Ripon 43
Wisconsin Dells 75 Adams-Friendship 51
Sauk Prairie 48 Reedsburg 28
Onalaska 69 Tomah 43
Boys Hockey
RWD/Mauston 7 Beaver Dam 4
Tomah/Sparta 2 West Salem 1
Girls Hockey
Beaver Dam 4 Badger Lightning 2
Wrestling
Mauston wrestling defeated both Ripon and Berlin Thursday night to stay perfect on its season and in conference action!
Hemmersbach, Julie Ann Age 66 of Rural Norwalk
1 week
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
Julie Ann Hemmersbach, 66 of rural Norwalk, WI, passed away Thursday, January 8, 2026. Julie was born April 29, 1959, to Joe and Ardella (Schreier) Leis.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday, January 26, 2026, 11:00 a.m. at the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church on St. Mary’s Ridge, Rural Norwalk. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Father Matthew Bowe will officiate. Family and friends are invited to visitation on Sunday, January 25, 2026. Rosary will begin at 3:30 p.m. followed by visitation until 7:00 p.m. at the church on St. Mary’s Ridge. Visitation will also be held Monday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service.
The Torkelson Funeral Home of Cashton, WI, is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be offered at www.torkelsonfuneralhome.com.
Local Prep Scores from Tuesday 1/20
1 week
by WRJC WebMaster
in Sports
Girls Basketball
Mauston 85 G-E-T 36
New Lisbon 73 Wonewoc-Center 50
Bangor 66 Hillsboro 43
Cashton 64 Brookwood 45
Royall 37 Necedah 19 (Bria Gruen 12points to lead Royall)
Nekoosa 54 Port Edwards 28
Waupun 31 Westfield 24
Berlin 65 Montello 18
Poynette 69 Wautoma 17
River Valley 58 Reedsburg 48
Sparta 86 Tomah 47
Boys Basketball
Nekoosa 63 Port Edwards 16
Omro 66 Ripon 64
Sparta 61 Tomah 51
Stoughton 57 Reedsburg 38
Boys Hockey
Waunakee 4 RWD/Mauston 1
Onalaska/La Crosse 2 Tomah/Sparta 1
Girls Hockey
Tomah/BRF 3 Eau Claire 2
Mauston Girls Bury G-E-T
1 week
The Mauston Lady Eagles took on the G.E.T. Red Hawks Tuesday night in a non conference match up with Mauston coming out on top by a score of 85 to 36.
The Eagles had two girls score 18 points each with Bre Heller and Caitlin Lavold both hitting that mark. Heller had 8 rebounds, 7 assists, 3 steals and 5 blocks, while Lavold had, 5 rebounds, 1 assist and 3 steals. Mauston had 4 girls in double figures as Ella Franek threw down 11 points grabbed 4 boards, 3 steals and had 2 assists, Crimson Hansen knocked down 10 points grabbed 6 boards, 5 steals, 2 blocks and 6 assists. Narrowly missing the double digit mark Jordin bates had 9 points, 2 rebounds and assists and a steal.
The Eagles will be back on the home court this week playing another conference game against Nekoosa. Hope to see you all the there.
Rocket’s Start Strong End Strong in Girls Basketball win Over Wonewoc-Center
1 week
The New Lisbon Rockets held off a midgame charge by the Wonewoc-Center Wolves to win in Scenic Bluffs Girls Basketball action. New Lisbon built an early 34-10 lead but Wonewoc-Center went on an 18-4 run to get within 10 before halftime and trimmed that lead to 46-40 but New Lisbon used its team speed to seize back control of the game. Olivia Bunker led the charge for New Lisbon with a game high 20points while Keira Wilkinson, Karey Edgerton, and Ameilia Dvorak all added 13points for the Rockets. Wonewoc-Center got a team high 19points from Kendyl Rowe, Eastyn Fry added 13points while Bryn Burns chipped in with 12. New Lisbon improves to 3-5 in the Bluffs and 7-8 overall. Wonewoc-Center drops to 0-7 and 1-13.
New Pastor at Saint Patricks Church in Mauston
1 week
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
IT’S OFFICIAL! The Most Reverend Gerard W. Battersby, D.D., Bishop of La Crosse, made the following announcement today!
“The Reverend Todd A. Mlsna, Parochial Administrator of St. Patrick Parish in Mauston, is appointed Pastor, effective January 20, 2026.”
Congratulations Fr. Mlsna! we are so happy to have you here!
Police Standoff at Tomah Kwik Trip Ends Peacefully
1 week
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
At approximately 7:37 a.m. on January 20, 2026, the Monroe County Communications Center received a call from a suicidal subject who was located inside a semi-truck parked behind Kwik Trip North (310 E McCoy Blvd).
Officers from the Tomah Police Department responded to the scene and observed the subject in possession of a pistol while seated in their semi. With the assistance of the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office and the Wisconsin State Patrol, officers established a perimeter around the semi-truck and began aiding in the evacuation of innocent bystanders. The Tomah Area Ambulance Service and the Tomah Fire Department also responded, assisting with traffic control, securing the parking lot, and providing medical support.
Contact was ultimately made with the subject using personnel from an armored vehicle. The driver exited the semi-truck without any weapons and was taken into custody without incident.
Once in custody, the subject was transported to Tomah Health for medical clearance and a mental health evaluation. Criminal charges are pending.
The Tomah Police Department would like to thank the following agencies for their assistance:
• Tomah Fire Department
• Tomah Area Ambulance Service
• Monroe County Sheriff’s Office
• Wisconsin State Patrol
• Monroe County Communications Center
A special thank you is extended to Kwik Trip for their cooperation during this dangerous situation, for allowing officers to use their building as a warming center, and for providing warm beverages.
This was an isolated incident, and there is no ongoing threat to the public. We thank the community for their patience and understanding.
Rydmark, James Joseph Age 60 of New Lisbon
2 weeks
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
James Joseph Rydmark, known affectionately as Jim to his friends and family, passed away at the age of 60 on January 17, 2026, surrounded by family and friends. Born on August 26, 1965, in Bloomington, Minnesota as a young child he moved to Hustler, WI. He graduated from New Lisbon High School in the class of 1983, and continued his education at Dunwoody Technical College in 1988 where he earned his Associate’s degree, and further continued his education at Lakeland College where he earned a Bachelor’s degree.
In 1983 he started his 34-year military career, and 5 years later he met the love of his life Sherry Rydmark who he married on September 1, 1990, with whom he had 2 loving children Hailee, and Holden Rydmark.
He was an avid golfer and hunter and loved to donate his time to coaching, and KAMO (Kids and Mentors Outdoors) where he will be dearly missed by those whose lives he has touched.
He’s survived by his Wife Sherry (Heinkel), daughter Hailee Rydmark and son Holden Rydmark. His sister Chellie and her husband Timothy Carrol, sister Cheryl Rydmark, and brother Charley, and his wife Terri Rydmark, and many other sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents Arthur and Yvonne Rydmark of New Lisbon, Wisconsin.
A celebration of life will be held on Friday, January 23, 2026, at the Community Center in New Lisbon, Wisconsin (110 Welch Prairie Road, New Lisbon, WI 53950) from 4-7 P.M. with a short service starting at 5 P.M. Inurnment will take place at a later date in the Hustler Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family respectfully requests memorial contributions be made to KAMO for kids. The Hare Funeral Home in New Lisbon is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences are available at www.harefuneralhome.com
