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Schneider, Cheryl Age 74 of Mauston
11 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
A Memorial Service for Cheryl Schneider, age 74, of Mauston, Wisconsin will be held on Saturday, September 7, 2024, at 11:00 A.M. at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church in Lyndon Station, WI. Visitation will be held from 9:00 A.M. until the time of service at 11:00 A.M. Cheryl will be laid to rest at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery at a later date.
Cheryl is survived by her husband Kenneth, daughter Tiffany Dixon, 3 grandchildren, and stepchildren Mike and Kristi Schneider.
The Conway-Picha Funeral Home and Crematory of Lyndon Station, Wisconsin assisted the family with arrangements. For On-Line condolences and information, go to www.pichafuneralhome.com.
Gurecki, Myrtle L. Age 95 of Adams
11 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
Myrtle L. Gurecki, age 95, of Adams, Wisconsin passed away on Sunday, September 1, 2024, at Serenity House in Tomah, Wisconsin.
Memorial services will be 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 15,2024, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Friendship, Wisconsin. Pastor Philip Waldschmidt will officiate. Visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. until the time of service on Sunday at the church. Interment will be at the Lincoln Memorial Cemetery, Milwaukee, Wisconsin at a later date.
Myrtle was born March 17, 1929, in Taylor, Wisconsin to Clarence and Esther (Brown) Halverson. She grew up on the family farm with her 9 siblings where they relied on their own resources. Myrtle met Chester Gurecki at a diner in Melrose and they were later married on April 10, 1948, in Taylor, Wisconsin. They were blessed with three children, Norma Jean, Tom, and Lisa.
Myrtle was a fabulous cook and loved to bake. In her earlier years she worked for several restaurants before working for the West Bend Company and lastly before her retirement she worked for Farnum in Necedah.
Myrtle was preceded in death by her parents: Clarence & Esther; husband: Chester; daughter: Norma Jean; siblings: Marion, Grace, Gordon, Curtis, Genevieve, Beatrice, Lila, Edith, and Junice; son-in-law Rodney Babcock, and special friend Jack McManus.
Survivors include her son: Tom (Kathy); daughter: Lisa; grandchildren: Chris (Debbie), Kaitlyn (BJ), Matt (Amber), Josh, and Connor; great-grandson: Hunter, and nieces, nephews.
Myrtle’s family would like to thank Serenity House in Tomah for their excellent care and compassion.
In lieu of flowers, memorials to the family would be appreciated.
Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the family. Visit www.roseberrys.com for online condolences and further information.
Tanker Truck Ignites on Fire in Median Near Camp Douglas
11 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
On Sept. 4th at approximately 3:07am, a lone commercial motor vehicle was traveling westbound
on Interstate 90/94 in the area of milepost 54. The commercial motor vehicle drove into the right
ditch before correcting and striking the concrete barriers in the Juneau County construction zone.
The commercial motor vehicle became disabled in the lane of traffic, lost both fuel tanks, resulting in
a fire in the median. No injuries were reported at the scene. Approximately fifteen barriers were
moved and required resetting. Six barriers had to be replaced. All westbound lanes, and lane 1 of
the eastbound lanes were closed for approximately 5:15 hours. With an alternate route of Highway
12 from the 55-milepost exit was utilized. Queued traffic was further extended in the stopped
eastbound lane due to a disable commercial motor vehicle that had to be towed out of the lane of
traffic.
No Charges in Necedah Fire That Claimed 6 Lives
11 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
On Sunday, June 30, 2024, at around 2:35 AM, the Juneau County Communication’s Center received a 911 call regarding a house fire at W5040 Morros Mile Rd, Necedah, WI.
Unfortunately, six family members perished as a result of the fire.
Upon conclusion of the investigation, all law enforcement reports were forwarded to the Juneau County District Attorney’s Office for review to make a determination on what, if any, criminal charges may be filed against the property owner.
After an extensive review of all said reports, the Juneau County District Attorney’s Office has advised they will not be pursuing criminal charges.
Sheriff Andrew F. Zobal
Juneau County Sheriff’s Office
Larson Jr., Francis Age 75 of New Lisbon
11 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
Francis Larson Jr., age 75 of New Lisbon, WI passed away on Monday, August 26, 2024.
There are no services planned at this time.
Francis was born March 30, 1949 in Mauston, Wisconsin the son of Francis and Ella (Raemish) Larson. He loved spending his time hunting and fishing and telling tall tales about all his trips in the woods or on the water.
He is survived by his brother, Robert (Doreen) Larson, brother-in-law Larry Firlus.; further survived by many nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents and sister June Firlus.
The Conway-Picha Funeral Home and Crematory of Lyndon Station, Wisconsin assisted the family with arrangements. For On-Line condolences and information, go to www.pichafuneralhome.com.
Reedsburg Volleyball Team Wins Rapids Tournament
11 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Sports
Reedsburg Varsity Volleyball went 5-0 on the day to capture the championship at the Wisconsin Rapids Lincoln Tournament on Saturday.
Posting wins over:
Abbotsford – 25-22, 25-13
Wausau East – 25-16, 25-15
Colby – 25-21, 25-23
Mondovi – 25-8, 25-13
Wisconsin Rapids Lincoln – 25-22, 25-13
STAT LEADERS for the day:
KILLS: Allyson McClure – 22 Naomi Benish – 21
ASSISTS: Masina Reuter – 51
BLOCKS: Emma Dries – 4 Solo Blocks & 5 Block Assists
Addison Sukup – 5 Solo Blocks & 1 Block Assist
ACE SERVES: Kendall Heath & Naomi Benish each with 7
Masina Reuter, Ashlyn Mathews, & Allyson McClure all with 6
DIGS: Masina Reuter – 49 Kendall Heath – 46
Comments from the Coach:
This was a new tournament for us with teams that we’d never played before. So it was exciting to watch our girls navigate each of their opponents throughout the day, figuring out who the big hitters were and what the general strategies were for each team. I was pleased with our overall performance throughout the day. Our offense showed a lot of versatility with multiple girls stepping up to terminate attacks, so that was especially nice to see. Defensively, we have more height in the front row this season so our blockers were more effective in getting touches on our opponent’s attack. Our back row players continue to play with a passion and pursuit that is undeniable. So we are excited about where we are at this point in the season.
Next Competition:
Thursday, Sept. 5 Home match with Sauk Prairie
5:30 – JV1 & JV2 7:00 – Varsity
Larson Jr., Francis Age 75 of New Lisbon
11 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
Francis Larson Jr., age 75 of New Lisbon, WI passed away on Monday, August 26, 2024.
There are no services planned at this time.
Francis was born March 30, 1949 in Mauston, Wisconsin the son of Francis and Ella (Raemish) Larson. He loved spending his time hunting and fishing and telling tall tales about all his trips in the woods or on the water.
He is survived by his brother, Robert (Doreen) Larson, brother-in-law Larry Firlus.; further survived by many nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents and sister June Firlus.
The Conway-Picha Funeral Home and Crematory of Lyndon Station, Wisconsin assisted the family with arrangements. For On-Line condolences and information, go to www.pichafuneralhome.com.
Kendall Man Involved in Singular Vehicle Crash
11 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
Vernon County Sheriff Roy Torgerson reports a single-vehicle crash occurred on Saturday evening, August 31, 2024, at approximately 7:30 PM, in the town of Stark.
Kyle Ray Stout, age 25, of Kendall, WI was operating a 2000 Dodge Dakota pickup westbound on State Highway 82, near Spry Road, east of the village of La Farge. Stout reported experiencing a medical episode that he said caused the vehicle to leave the roadway. The vehicle struck a culvert and came to rest, upright, in a field.
Stout along with a passenger, Hailey Christine Rogers, age 28, of Madison, WI, both reported injuries and were transported to Vernon Memorial Healthcare, in Viroqua, WI, by La Farge Area Ambulance.
Responding with the Sheriff’s Office were the La Farge Fire Department and La Farge Area Ambulance.
The crash remains under investigation.
Webster, Austin James “Webby” Age 79 of Mauston
11 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
Austin James Webster – “Webby” 79 of Mauston, passed away peacefully at Tomah Health’s Serenity House on September 1, 2024.
A Celebration of life will be announced at a later date. Sonnenburg Family Funeral Home, Tomah is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences can be offered by visiting www.sonnenburgfamilyfh.com
Hagemann, Lawrence A. Age 84 of Rural Mauston
11 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
Lawrence A. Hagemann
Lawrence A. Hagemann, age 84 years, of rural Mauston, Wisconsin, passed away on Thursday, August 29, 2024 at Gundersen St. Joseph’s Hospital in Hillsboro.
He was born on February 14, 1940, the son of Vern and Marie (Laack) Hagemann in the Town of Summit, Juneau County, Wisconsin. He graduated from Wonewoc High School in 1958 and then served from 1963 to 1965 in the U.S. Army, Battery C, 94th Artillery, rank of Corporal E4.
Lawrence was united in marriage to Leola Dempsey on September 25, 1965 in Mauston. She preceded him in death on October 26, 2018.
He was a life long farmer in the Town of Summit and also worked a few years at Ray-O-Vac in Wonewoc. He enjoyed gardening. Lawrence was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Mauston and the Wonewoc American Legion Post 206.
Survivors include his children, Lloyd Hagemann of Wonewoc, Lori (Tim) Manville of Mauston and Lesa Boynton (Craig Larson) of Elroy; grandchildren, Kimberly (Alec) King of Wisconsin Dells, Timothy Boynton of Elroy, Bobbi Jo Manville of Jacksonville, Florida, Nickolas Manville of Mauston and Brianna Manville (Austin Finnigan) of Camp Douglas; great grandchildren, Hailey and Keirah Lehmann, Elana King, Colt Finnigan, Gideon and Leola Hagemann – Boynton; a brother, Edward Hagemann of Mauston and by several nieces and nephews and extended family.
In addition to his wife, Leola, he was preceded in death by his Parents; siblings, Arnold (Lillian) Hagemann, Laura (Edmond) Lewerenz and Alvin (Frieda) Hagemann and a great grandson, Grayson.
Memorial Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church – 517 Grayside Avenue, Mauston, WI with a time of visitation at the Church from 9 to 11 a.m. Private burial will be at a later date.
The Picha Funeral Home in Wonewoc is assisting, for online information go to www.pichafuneralhomes.com
