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VERNON COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORT FOR THE YEAR AND NARRATIVE EXCERPTS FROM THE WEEK ENDING JUNE 21, 2025.
11 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in State News
6/15 Deputies responded to an altercation that occurred at a rural De Soto business, in the Town of Wheatland. The caller reported three males had been in the business and pushed an employee and had also put their hands on them. The investigation is ongoing.
6/15 A deputy responded to Wildcat State Mountain Park to assist a driver with gaining entry to their vehicle. The vehicle owner’s dog was locked inside the vehicle.
6/15 Deputies responded to a call reporting that a motorcycle had been stolen from a residence on County Road UU in the Town of Wheatland. The motorcycle was found a short while later in Victory. A male from Onalaska was arrested for Criminal Trespass to Dwelling, Drive or Operate Vehicle w/o Consent as well as other charges.
6/16 Damage to a bathroom on the boat landing side of Sidie Hollow Park was reported by park employees. A sink was ripped from the wall in the men’s bathroom and resulted in an estimated $500 in damage. The investigation continues.
6/16 A Vernon County Detention Center inmate with work-release privileges failed to return to jail after being allowed out for an approved appointment. An arrest warrant was obtained.
6/17 A Stoddard resident called to report a female lying along the roadway near Windwalker Trail off State Highway 35 in the Town of Bergen. A deputy responded to the area but did not locate the female anywhere from Genoa to the county line.
6/18 Dispatch received a call regarding a kitchen fire at a business in the Village of Ontario. The fire was quickly knocked down with the use of a fire extinguisher. It was reported that everyone was safely out of the building and no injuries were reported. Ontario Fire and EMS assisted at the scene.
6/19 Dispatch received a call from a homeowner regarding 5-6 milking cows in their yard. It was reported that the animals had been roaming the area of Runningen Court in the Town of Bergen for about a week. The owner of the cows was identified and stated they would attempt to get the cows back on their property.
6/19 Dispatch received multiple calls regarding a motorcycle crash on County Road T in the Town of Kickapoo. The motorcycle slid on gravel and went into the ditch. The cyclist reported injuries and was transported to Vernon Health. Readstown Fire and EMS assisted at the scene.
|
Call Type |
This Week |
2025 Year to Date |
|
Alarm Responses |
16 |
280 |
|
Animal Related Issues |
35 |
574 |
|
Assisting Municipalities |
47 |
771 |
|
Crimes Against People |
14 |
402 |
|
Crimes Against Property |
17 |
304 |
|
Domestic Crimes |
2 |
74 |
|
Fire Responses |
32 |
1347 |
|
K9 Calls |
0 |
37 |
|
Medical Responses |
37 |
908 |
|
Mental Health Cases |
5 |
99 |
|
Missing Person Investigations |
2 |
36 |
|
Public Talks |
4 |
58 |
|
Safety Escorts |
3 |
103 |
|
School Walk Throughs |
0 |
310 |
|
Search and Rescues |
0 |
4 |
|
Security Checks |
135 |
3075 |
|
Serving Legal Documents |
18 |
409 |
|
Suspicious Activity |
15 |
399 |
|
Threat Investigations |
2 |
39 |
|
Traffic Accidents |
15 |
506 |
|
Traffic Related Investigations |
118 |
2909 |
|
Vehicle Lockouts |
8 |
153 |
|
Weapons Investigations |
0 |
4 |
|
Unclassified Calls for Service |
72 |
1347 |
|
TOTAL CALLS FOR SERVICE |
631 |
15064 |
|
COUNTY JAIL ADMISSIONS |
12 |
313 |
IF YOU HAVE INFORMATION ON AN ABOVE CRIME, OR ANY CRIME, CALL THE VERNON COUNTY CRIME STOPPERS AT 608-637-8477 OR 1-800-657-6868 OR SUBMIT AN ONLINE TIP AT WWW.P3TIPS.COM
June 27th Juneau County Jail Roster
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Man Identified in Hillsboro Motorcycle Death
11 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
Chief Patrick Clark of the Hillsboro Police Department sadly announces that the operator of the 1996
Harley Davidson motorcycle involved in a crash on Saturday, June 14, 2025, in the City of Hillsboro,
identified now as 46-year-old Vincent Larsen of Iola, Wisconsin, has died from his injuries sustained as a
result of the crash. This remains an ongoing investigation by the Hillsboro Police Department, Vernon
County Corners Office, WI State Patrol, and the Vernon County Sheriff’s Office
Sheriff Sale
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O’Brien, Frances Kaye Age of Loganville
11 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
Frances Kaye O’Brien passed away in Madison on April 30, 2025, following complications from heart surgery.
Memorial service will be 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 12, 20205 at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, N3765 CTH-K Mauston, WI 53948. Visitation will be prior to the service at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses from 12 Noon until the time of service.
Frances was born and raised on a farm south of Loganville, Wisconsin. She attended Reedsburg Web High School, and afterward attended MATC, studying business machines. She worked in computer operations. In 1982, Fran married Patrick H. O’Brien, devoting her life to him throughout their long marriage. Since 1989, they served together in the full-time ministry of Jehovah’s Witnesses until Pat’s death in 2023. Fran has had the great joy and privilege of seeing a
number of students dedicate their lives to Jehovah. Together, Fran and Pat relished the great outdoors, taking many camping trips through the years and continually hiking the beautiful parks in Sauk County. Fran was well known for her kindness, selflessness and generosity, becoming an important, loving stepmother to Maureen since age 11. She lived modestly, with humility and grace, treating all with compassion and understanding.
Fran is preceded in death by her parents George C. Schlieckau and Esther (Getschman) Schlieckau, as well as her sister Jean (Donald Haney), brother Dennis Schlieckau and brother-in-law Carl Goetz. Fran is survived by her sisters Judie Goetz and Sylvia Schlieckau (Michael Benesh). She is further survived by her stepdaughter Maureen P. O’Brien Busalacchi (Stephen) and their daughters Olivia and Serena.
Memorials in France’s memory may be given to the Nature Conservancy.
Roseberry’s Funeral Home (www.roseberrys.com ) is assisting the family.
Hazel, Gerald Duane Age 84 of Wisconsin Dells
11 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
Gerald Duane Hazel, age 84, of Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin passed away Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at his home, surrounded by his loving family.
Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 28, 2025 at the Roseberry’s Funeral Home in Friendship, Wisconsin. Interment will be at the White Creek Cemetery, White Creek, Wisconsin. Visitation will be 4 – 7 p.m. on Friday at Roseberry’s Funeral Home and again on Saturday morning from 10 a.m. until the time of service.
Jerry was born November 11, 1940 in Eastman, Wisconsin to Dorance and Lydia (Duha) Hazel . He grew up in White Creek, and graduated from it’s one-room schoolhouse and later from Adams-Friendship High School . He married Lynette Ewald on September 16, 1961 in Bruce, Wisconsin. Jerry worked road construction before starting his own Logging/Pulping business around 1967, in which he still worked in the business until the Fall of 2024.
Jerry enjoyed card parties with family and friends, bowling, horseshoes, hunting, and trap shooting. His greatest love was baseball, he played and also managed for the Easton Baseball team for many years. He also served 25 years as Eastern District Commissioner for the (WSBC) – Wisconsin State Baseball Commission and ran the District Baseball Tournament for many years.
Jerry was a member of JayCee’s and Easton White Creek Lions.
Jerry was preceded in death by his parents: Dorance and Lydia; sister, Charlotte Schachtner; brother, Harry; sister-in-law, Wanda; and nieces: Melody and Jackie.
Jerry is survived by his wife: Lynette Hazel of Wisconsin Dells, WI; children: Janine (Bob) Zander, Lori (William) Banovec, Dennis (Rebecca Evers) Hazel, Kathleen (JR) Ems, Jo Ellen (John) Webb, and Royce (Cynthia) Hazel; brother, Arlie (Carol) Hazel; grandchildren: Tiffany Williams, Gregorick Johnson, Megan Zander-Conboy, Jessica Shisler, Monnie Banovec, Michael Banovec, Kayla Hazel, Amanda Chavez, Joshua Meisenheimer, Jessie Fritz, Jena Ems, JJ Ems, Sydney Web, Jacob Webb, Gavin Hazel, Zoe Hazel; and 13 Great-grandchildren. He is further survived by many nieces and nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the family. Visit www.roseberrys.com for online condolences and further information.
Summer Baseball Update From Thursday 6/19
11 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Sports
The Tomah 19U Legion baseball team managed just 1 hit in a 6-0 loss to Prairie Du Chien Thursday evening. Julian Cunitz led off the bottom of the first for Tomah with a hit but that was the only hit they managed. Cael Koenig had the complete game 1hitter for Prairie Du Chien. Blake Haun took the loos for Tomah.
Bi-State 7 Tomah 16U 2 (Barfknect 2more RBI’s)
Bangor 5 Black River Falls 3 (Seth Brandau Complete Game Victory)
Bangor 10 Black River Falls 4
New Lisbon’s Barfknechts Big Game Lifts Tomah Legion Over Holmen
11 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Sports
New Lisbon’s Grady Barfknecht had a wopping 7RBI’s in Tomah 16U American Legion baseballs 15-4 victory over Holmen 16U. Barfnecht had an early bases clearing double to bust the game wide open. Barfnect finished with a 3hit performance. Teag Stevenson was the winning pitcher he went 6innings giving up 4runs on 7hits walking 2 and striking out 5. Tomah 16U is now 5-1 on their season.
Bangor 13 Holmen 17U 3 (Royall’s Seth Brandau 2Steals)
Tomaska, Alice R. Age 73 of Wautoma
11 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
Alice R. Tomaska, age 73, of Wautoma, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at Heartland House in Wautoma, Wisconsin.
Alice was born on February 17, 1952, in Joliet, Illinois, the daughter of Beldon Elmer and Ruth Mae (Knupp) Schroeder. She grew up in Arkdale, Wisconsin, and graduated from Adams-Friendship High School with the Class of 1970. Throughout her life, Alice was known for her strong work ethic and caring spirit. She held a variety of jobs, including serving as a Federal Meat Inspector, working alongside her Aunt Beverly at the Mokena Quik Serv Gas Station in Mokena, Illinois, and later at Butra’s Fruit Market in Des Plaines, Illinois. On October 6, 1980, Alice married John “Jack” Tomaska, who preceded her in death on January 21, 1986. In 1991, she met Tom Welsh, with whom she shared her life until his passing on March 8, 2014.
Alice will be remembered for her sharp wit, generous heart, and quiet strength. She had a love for the open road and the freedom it brought-something we imagine she’s found again, perhaps with a motorcycle waiting for her just beyond the clouds.
She was preceded in death by her husband, John Tomaska; her partner, Tom Welsh; her parents, Beldon and Ruth Schroeder; her brother, William Schroeder; and her nephew, Christopher Piechowski.
She is survived by her brothers: Dale (Carol) Schroeder of Mattoon, WI, and David (Gretchen) Schroeder of Champlin, MN; sisters: Mary (George) Piechowski of Redgranite, Wi, and Rebecca (David) Smith of Cleveland, TN; sister-in-law: Laurie Schroeder of Arkdale, WI; and 12 beloved nieces and nephews.
A visitation will be held on Friday, June 27, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., followed by a funeral service at 1:00 p.m. at Roseberry’s Funeral Home in Friendship, Wisconsin. Chaplain Ben Frei will officiate. Interment will follow at East Arkdale Cemetery.
Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the family. Visit www.roseberrys.com for online condolences and further information.
Alice was born on February 17, 1952, in Joliet, Illinois, the daughter of Beldon Elmer and Ruth Mae (Knupp) Schroeder. She grew up in Arkdale, Wisconsin, and graduated from Adams-Friendship High School with the Class of 1970. Throughout her life, Alice was known for her strong work ethic and caring spirit. She held a variety of jobs, including serving as a Federal Meat Inspector, working alongside her Aunt Beverly at the Mokena Quik Serv Gas Station in Mokena, Illinois, and later at Butra’s Fruit Market in Des Plaines, Illinois. On October 6, 1980, Alice married John “Jack” Tomaska, who preceded her in death on January 21, 1986. In 1991, she met Tom Welsh, with whom she shared her life until his passing on March 8, 2014.
Alice will be remembered for her sharp wit, generous heart, and quiet strength. She had a love for the open road and the freedom it brought-something we imagine she’s found again, perhaps with a motorcycle waiting for her just beyond the clouds.
She was preceded in death by her husband, John Tomaska; her partner, Tom Welsh; her parents, Beldon and Ruth Schroeder; her brother, William Schroeder; and her nephew, Christopher Piechowski.
She is survived by her brothers: Dale (Carol) Schroeder of Mattoon, WI, and David (Gretchen) Schroeder of Champlin, MN; sisters: Mary (George) Piechowski of Redgranite, Wi, and Rebecca (David) Smith of Cleveland, TN; sister-in-law: Laurie Schroeder of Arkdale, WI; and 12 beloved nieces and nephews.
A visitation will be held on Friday, June 27, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., followed by a funeral service at 1:00 p.m. at Roseberry’s Funeral Home in Friendship, Wisconsin. Chaplain Ben Frei will officiate. Interment will follow at East Arkdale Cemetery.
Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the family. Visit www.roseberrys.com for online condolences and further information.
Lake, Marian Age 98 of Briggsville
11 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
On June 12, 2025, Marian Lake, age 98, of Briggsville, Wisconsin, left this earth while at home with her family by her side. She was born to Franklin and Lillian (Templin) Julson on April 13, 1927 in Milwaukee, and was the eldest of nine children. They lived on their farm in Adams County, and Marian attended Oxford High School. She worked at Oscar Mayer in Madison until she married Frank Lake, the love of her life, on May 19, 1951 in Grand Marsh. They resided in Rockford, Illinois during their working days. They moved to Briggsville for their retirement but Marian continued to work as a loving caregiver to many people.
Marian liked to garden and loved Flowers. She loved to polka dance and could be observed dancing around the living room, even into her later years. She was a wonderful mother and she cherished her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
The memory of Marian will live on in the hearts of those who knew her. Her warmth, kindness and love for life will be missed.
Marian is survived by her sisters: Helen (Jack) Kottka and Linda (Doug) Phillips; three children: Rodney (Diane) Lake of Rockford, Rita(Ed) Collins of Machesney Park, Illinois, and Randall Lake of Briggsville; ten grandchildren: Christina Clinton, Kevin Collins, Stephanie Melton, Johnathan Lake, Kelly Plath, Kelsey Kanneberg, Nathan Lake, Eric Petrie, Trevor Lake and Spencer Lake; and twelve great-grandchildren; and many laving nieces and nephews.
Marian was preceded in death by six of her siblings: Donald (Imogene) Julson, Eleanor Julson, Irene (Ken) Geier, Charles (Pat) Julson, Peter (Carol) Julson and Julius (Karen) Julson.
Cremation rites will be accorded.
A Celebration of Life will be held some time in August with details to follow.
Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the Family. Online condolences and further information can be found at www.rosebarrys.com.
