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Local Prep Scores from Holiday Weekend
6 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Sports
Boys Basketball
Northland Pines 58 Hillsboro 48 (Miles Ravenscroft 21points for Hillsboro)
Reedsburg 59 Wisconsin Rapids 57
Wisconsin Dells 70 Rhinelander 42
Sparta 49 Adams-Friendship 42
Pittsville 62 Necedah 26
Rice Lake 69 Tomah 64 OT
Girls Basketball
La Crosse Central 53 Reedsburg 40
Wisconsin Dells 47 Rhinelander 34
DeForest 50 Westfield 47
Sparta 62 Adams-Friendship 49
Bangor 64 Stratford 40
Pittsville 45 Necedah 22
Tom Conrad to entertain at Terrace Heights
6 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
Join the residents of Terrace Heights Retirement Community in Mauston for an afternoon of delightful entertainment with Tom Conrad. On Monday, January 6, Tom will charm the audience with his warm personality, captivating vocals, and guitar melodies. The performance begins at 1:30 pm—don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy this uplifting musical experience.
This event is free and open to the public. Call 608-847-2377 for more information or to reserve your spot. Also, ask about a facility tour; apartments are now available.
To see more events like this, check out the upcoming events page at milebluff.com.
Barribeau, Gordon J. “Tush” Age 84 of Adams
6 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
Gordon J. Barribeau, lovingly known as “Tush,” passed away peacefully at his home in Adams, Wisconsin, on Sunday, December 22.
Born in Hermansville, MI on October 29, 1940, he was the son of the late Harvey and Irene (Ayotte) Barribeau. He was also preceded in death by his three brothers, Ronald, Lloyd, and Gary.
Gordon was a dedicated worker in the construction trades, specializing in cold storage buildings which he retired from in 2000. Upon retirement, relocated from St. Francis, WI to their part-time home in Adams, WI, where many years were enjoyed living amongst nature of Sand County. Gordon worked seasonal jobs at Chula Vista and Wagner & Alsum Farms as a truck driver harvesting potatoes for the past eight years.
Gordon was proud of his achievements playing the position of guard for his high school basketball team, winning the 1957 district championship and U.P. class E championship. A lover of nature, enthusiast of his scooter, tractors, ATV, and especially Peterbilt potato truck. He enjoyed the camaraderie of coworkers and easily made all those around him laugh. He was a member of United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America Local UBC 344 and a member of St. Joseph Parish in Friendship, WI.
Gordon is survived by his devoted wife of 56 years, Maria; his son Mitchell Barribeau (Lisa); his daughter MarnieAnn Polkky (John); and six cherished grandchildren: Joe, Jenah, Riley, Makenzie, CamrynLee, and Conner, brothers Harlan (Marian) and Roland (Laurel), brother-in-law, Bob Bembenek, Sr. and many loved nieces and nephews, and beloved companion dog, Fannie.
A memorial Mass and celebration of life will be held at a later date in Hermansville, MI.
The family is being assisted by Roseberry’s Funeral Home. Online condolences and further details can be found at roseberrys.com
Local Prep Scores from Friday 12/27
6 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Sports
Girls Basketball
Royall 45 Richland Center 34
Kickapoo 51 Royall 25
Reedsburg 65 La Crosse Logan 40
Wisconsin Dells 86 Antigo 24
Onalaska 43 Adams-Friendship 37
Bangor 57 Shullsburg 42
Boys Basketball
Adams-Friendship 41 Hillsboro 35 (Jerry Von Falkenstein 13points for Hillsboro)
Tomah 67 Cumberland 60
Reedsburg 78 Bangor 63
Boys Hockey
Fond Du Lac 5 RWD/Mauston 0
Baldwin-Woodville 5 Tomah/Sparta 1
Girls Hockey
Badger Lightning 8 Northland Pines 2
Black River Fall/Tomah 7 Rock County 1
Vehicle vs Buggy Accident near Hillsboro
6 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
Vernon County Sheriff Roy Torgerson reports on Wednesday
evening, December 25, 2024, at approximately 6:00 PM, a motor vehicle collided with a
horse-drawn buggy on State Highway 82, near Pine Avenue, rural Hillsboro, in the Town of
Union.
Lydia E. M. Thompson, age 22, of rural Sparta, WI, and Jaydon Alan Shea, age 20, of La
Farge, WI were the occupants of a 2011 Chevrolet Cruze passenger car traveling east on
State Highway 82. The vehicle struck a westbound buggy head-on, in the westbound lane,
on a curve.
Henry F. Bontrager, age 29, and Ruth J. Bontrager, age 29, both of rural Hillsboro, WI,
occupied the horse-drawn vehicle and were both ejected from the buggy which came to
rest in the roadway. The passenger car went off the north side of the roadway and traveled
down an embankment where it came to rest.
Lydia Thompson, Jaydon Shea, and Ruth Bontrager were transported to Gundersen St.
Joseph’s Hospital, in Hillsboro, WI, by La Farge Area Ambulance. Henry Bontrager was
pronounced dead at the scene by Vernon County Coroner Betty Nigh. Ruth Bontrager was
later transferred to Gundersen Health System in La Crosse, WI.
The horse also died because of the crash.
Assisting the Sheriff’s Office at the scene were the La Farge Fire Department, La Farge Area
Ambulance, Wisconsin State Patrol Technical Reconstruction Unit, and the Town of Union,
and the Vernon County Coroner’s Office. Several concerned citizens stopped to render aid
and protect the scene until emergency personnel arrived. Gundersen Air was also
requested but were unable to fly due to weather conditions.
Bilek, Barabara A. Age 70 formerly of Mauston
7 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
Barbara A. Bilek, 70 formerly of Mauston passed away Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at Wellington Place in Wisconsin Rapids.
Barbara was born on September 14, 1954 in Hillsboro, Wisconsin, the daughter of Martin J. and Betty Bilek.
At the age of three she lost her vision due to a surgical error which left her blind. In spite of all the trials that she endured, Barbara still enjoyed being with her family and friends. She also loved traveling, visiting Hawaii, Graceland, Nashville, Branson, Lambeau Field to watch her beloved Green Bay Packers on more than one occasion. She even had the opportunity to dip her toes into the Atlantic Ocean on her travels.
Barbara is survived by her siblings Gary Bilek of Norfolk, VA, Carol (Dennis) Schrank of Reedsburg, Steven Bilek of Loganville, Anthony “Tony” (Virginia) Bilek of LaFarge, her nieces and nephews Rhonda (Keith) Kelly, Thomas (Teresa) Davis, Stephen (Andi) Bilek, Aaron (Anna) Bilek, Jason (Melissa) Bilek, Jeremy Bilek, Jennifer Bilek, Kayla Bilek,and Britta Deaton (Stephen McNelly), many great nieces and nephews and great-great nieces and nephews. She is also survived by many close cousins.
In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by one brother David (Bugsy)Bilek.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, December 28, 2024,at St. Theresa Catholic Church, Union Center where friends may call from 10:00 a.m. until time of service.
Burial will be at St. Theresa Catholic Cemetery.
Her family is finding comfort in the fact that even though she spent her life in the dark she’s now able to see the Light.
Sedevic, Richard John Age 67 of Arkdale
7 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
Richard John Sedevic, age 67, of Arkdale, Wisconsin passed away Friday, December 20, 2024 at Marshfield Medical Center Weston, Wisconsin.
A Celebration of Life Gathering will be 12 Noon to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 4, 2025 at the Roseberry’s Funeral Home in Friendship, Wisconsin.
Richard was born May 16, 1957 in Chicago, Illinois to Frank and Margaret (Vanoskey) Sedevic Sr. He grew up in Chicago and worked for the City of Chicago for 18 years before moving to Adams County in 1993. Richard worked as a security guard for Best Power and Rainbow Casino until his retirement.
Richard married Jan 25, 1978 to Suzanne Sliwa in Chicago, IL. This marriage was blessed with six children before ending in divorce after 26 years. Richard enjoyed working on and rebuilding cars, motorcycle rides, and working on remodeling projects.
Richard was preceded in death by parents: Frank and Margaret; brother, Frank Jr.; and in-law, Frank and Susan Sliwa; his dog, “baby” Nicky.
Survivors include his former wife, his children, 2 brothers, and two sisters. Further survived by many grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the family. Visit www.roseberrys.com for online condolences and further information.
Rural Elroy Citizens Injured in Single Vehicle Crash
7 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
Vernon County Sheriff Roy Torgerson reports on Saturday, December 21,
2024, at approximately 11:30 AM, the Vernon County Sheriff’s Office 911 Dispatch Center was notified of a
single-vehicle crash on Lovers Lane in the town of Hillsboro.
A vehicle operated by Lewis E. Bontrager, age 18, of rural Elroy, WI, lost control after negotiating a corner
and left the roadway, striking a tree on the opposite side of the road.
Both vehicle occupants were injured and the passenger, Kailey A. Miller, age 18, of rural Elroy, WI, was
extricated from the vehicle by the Hillsboro Fire Department. Both were transported to Gundersen St.
Joseph’s Hospital by Hillsboro Area Ambulance. Both were treated and released.
In addition to Hillsboro Fire and Hillsboro Area Ambulance, Hillsboro Police also assisted the Sheriff’s
Office at the scene.
Winter road conditions and speed both appeared to be contributing factors; however, the crash remains
under investigation.
