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Cowan, Geneive, “Genny” Lorene Age 88 of Mauston
12 months
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
Geneieve “Genny” Lorene Cowan, age 88 of Mauston, Wisconsin, died on Wednesday,
May 14, 2025, at Serenity House in Tomah. Geneieve was born to Edward A. Krueger and Hazel L. (Boyce) Krueger on January 19, 1937, in Hillsboro, Wisconsin.
Geneieve was united in marriage to William Cowan on September 8, 1956, in Mauston, Wisconsin. After they married, Bill and Genny spent a year living in Illinois before moving back to Mauston. Genny was a hard worker and loved working with people. Through the
years, she worked at Jean‘s Café in downtown Mauston, Rusty’s Red Dot Bar, and at the Alaskan Supper Club. She came to her retirement from Mile Bluff Medical Center in the kitchen and linen departments. Bill and Genny spent several years bowling in couples’ leagues at the
Mauston Bowling Alley. They took pride in and spent hours in their yard and flower gardens. Even after moving into an apartment later in life, Genny had the best-looking front step in the neighborhood. Over the years, Genny valued her time with loved ones and good friends.
She filled her time spending endless hours playing cards with her friends, casino bus trips, and watching her grandkids play sports. There is no place else she would rather be than in the stands at her grandkids’ sporting events.
Genny was predeceased by her husband, William Cowan, parents, Edward A. Krueger and Hazel L. (Boyce) Krueger, siblings, Betty Krueger, Helen Krear, Ralph Krueger, Harold Krueger, Paul Krueger, and Eddie Krueger. Genny is survived by her children William John (Joan) Cowan of Eau Claire, Cindy Lorene (Jason) Jerome of West Salem, and Gary Allen (Nancy) Cowan of New Lisbon, her grandchildren, Scott Pellegrin, Stacie Cowan, Andrew Cowan, Brandon (Kaytlyn) Beilke, Ciana (Karl) Kroner, Kinsey Smith, Jacob (Jessica) Smith, Chance (Thom) Smith, Mallory Cowan, and Garrison Cowan, her great-grandchildren, River Pellegrin, Makenzie Caldwell, Tori Cowan, Khloe Cowan, Xena Cowan, Ruby Smith, Blair Smith,
William Kroner, Addie Kroner, Russell Kroner, Edynn Beilke, Karrick Beilke, and Kreighton Beilke, along with many nieces and nephews.
A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, May 21st, 2025, at 11:30 A.M. at the New Lisbon Community Center (110 Welch Prairie Rd) in New Lisbon. Relatives and friends are invited to a visitation on Wednesday at the Community Center from 10:00 AM until the time of service. Rev. Lucy Hardie presiding. Lunch will be served following the memorial service. The Hare Funeral Home in New Lisbon is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences are available at www.harefuneralhome.com
Mauston Track & Field Results from SCC/Coulee Meet
1 year
On Saturday, May 10th Mauston’s Track and Field team competed in the South Central Conference vs. Coulee Conference Challenge. Below are the top ten finishers!
800m
Oscar Spindler, 8th
Caleb Bires, 9th
1600m
Noah Cortez, 6th
Nick Trute, 10th
3200m
Noah Cortez, 6th
300h
Jayden Vanderhoof, 9th
Carmen Onsager, 10th
Boys4x100m relay, 9th
Aedyn Lubinski, Parker Smith, Garett Pouillie & Logan Zimbauer
Boys 4x200m relay, 9th
Parker Smith, Garett Pouillie, Alex Wenzel & Logan Zimbauer
Girls 4x200m relay, 7th
Hannah Crouse, Maddie Gosda, Sylvia Carracedo & Emalee Bohnert
Boys 4x400m relay, 9th
Oscar Spindler, Jayden Vanderhoof, Caleb Bires, and Aedyn Lubinski
Girls 4x400m relay, 6th
Caroline Marien, Carmen Onsager, Addyson Laridaen & Scarlett Smith
Pole Vault
Jayden Vanderhoof, 6th
Garett Pouillie, 8th
High Jump
Addyson Laridaen, 10th
Triple Jump
Carmen Onsager, 10th
New Lisbon Track Teams Finish 1st and 2nd at Nekoosa
1 year
The New Lisbon Track and Field Teams competed Tuesday night at the Nekoosa Invitational. The girls’ team took second and the boys took home first. Finishing in the top 3 and earning medals were:
Brandon Voss with a first-place finish in the 200-meter run and the long jump
Aidan Brown with a first-place finish in the 3200-meter run
Ethan Forschler with a first place finish in discus
The 4 x 100-meter relay team of Jamesen Pfaff, Brandon Voss, Jude Keltner and Austin Berndsen with a first-place finish
The 4 x 200 relay team of Jamesen Pfaff, Josh Homan, Jude Keltner, and Jameson Barker with a second-place finish
Jamesen Pfaff with a second-place finish in long jump
Jude Keltner with a second-place finish in triple jump
Brooklyn Lowe with a second-place finish in high jump
Heidi Mathes with a second-place finish in long jump
Austin Berndsen with a second-place finish in the 100-meter dash
Aidan Brown with a second-place finish in the 1600-meter run
Jameson Barker with a second-place finish in the 110 meter hurdles
Kiera Wilkinson with a second-place finish in the 300-meter hurdles
The 4 x 200 team of Jossalin Clark, Claire Haske, Brooklyn Lowe, and Heidi Mathes with a second-place finish
Josh Homan with a third-place finish in triple jump
Alivia Bailey with a third place finish in the 400 meter dash
Jamesen Pfaff with a third place finish the in the 100-meter dash
Austin Berndsen with a third-place finish in the 200-meter run
Dawson Stickney with a third-place finish in the 400-meter dash
Claire Haske with a third-place finish in the 800-meter run
Marlys Morey with a third-place finish in the 100-meter hurdles and the 300-meter hurdles
Ethan Forschler with a third-place finish in shot put
The 4 x 400 team of Josh Homan, Dawson Stickney, Carter Pfaff, and Jude Keltner with a third-place finish
The 4 x 800 team of Dawson Stickney, Blayne Schneder, Josh Homan, and Colby Pfaff with a third place finish
Colby Pfaff with a third place finish in high jump
The 4 x 100 team of Landry Flint, Jossalin Clark, Brooklyn Lowe, and Heidi Mathes with a third-place finish
The 4 x 400 team of Alivia Bailey, Jossalin Clark, Keira Wilkinson, and Claire Haske with a third-place finish
and
Haley Mathes with a third-place finish in shot put.
Next up for the Rockets is the Scenic Bluffs Conference Championship Meet in Brookwood next Tuesday. Come out and support out athletes!
Narrows Dairy – Nolden Family Farm Hosting Sauk County Dairy Breakfast
1 year
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
A June Dairy Month tradition, the 34 th Sauk County Dairy Breakfast will be held on
Sat., June 7, 2025, at the Narrows Dairy – Nolden Family Farm. Located at S419A
Buckeye Road, Rock Springs, the morning will be filled with great food,
entertainment and the opportunity to see a working family farm.
Breakfast and entertainment will run from 7 a.m. through 11 a.m. Menu items
include pancakes, scrambled eggs with ham, sausage, cheese curds, applesauce,
milk, juice, coffee and Culver’s frozen custard with toppings. Featured
entertainment include Alice in Dairyland, the Wisconsin Fairest of the Fair, the
Cripple Cree Cloggers and the musical group Remember with Randy. Educational
exhibits and the opportunity to view farm equipment, cows and calves make the
dairy breakfast a great opportunity to gain more experience about the important
Wisconsin dairy industry.
This year’s hosts, Narrows Dairy, is owned and operated by the Nolden Family
Farm. Operated by Ken and Matt Nolden along with family members Tammi,
Peggy, Heather, Emily and Julia, the dairy uses two Lely robotic milkers to milk the
cows. Attendees can watch the robotic milkers in person or on a video. The farm
follows conservation practices on their family-owned farm and utilize rotational
grazing with their cattle. The dairy’s herd consists of 150 milking and dry cows,
145 replacement heifers and 520 acres.
Tickets are available at the breakfast. Adults are $10, children 5-11 are $5 and
children under 5 are free. Please follow posted dairy breakfast road signs for easy
access to the site. Parking is available onsite.
For additional information and updates, please follow the Sauk County Dairy
Breakfast Facebook page at Sauk County Dairy Breakfast. For more information,
please call 608-393-4079.
Dr. Plamann Wins Prestigious Award
1 year
by WRJC WebMaster
in Local News
Each year, Rural Wisconsin Health Cooperative – RWHC honors exceptional individuals from member hospitals who go above and beyond in promoting their organizations and advancing rural healthcare.
This year, Dr. Ryan Plamann, pediatrician at Mile Bluff Medical Center, has been named Mile Bluff’s 2025 Rural Health Ambassador in recognition of his outstanding dedication to the health and well-being of the community.
With over 15 years of experience serving in a rural setting, Dr. Plamann is a true champion of rural healthcare and public service. Since joining the Mile Bluff team in 2010, he has consistently gone the extra mile — not just for his patients, but for the entire community.
Outside of his work at Mile Bluff, Dr. Plamann wears many hats, including:
Serving on the Juneau County Board of Public HealthActing as medical advisor for the Mauston, New Lisbon, and Necedah Public School DistrictsAdvocating for rural public educationAnd being a monthly guest on 92one WRJC‘s morning radio show, “The Doc Is In”, where he shares health insights, tips, and strategies to help improve community wellness.His volunteerism, leadership, and community involvement make a lasting impact — both in healthcare and beyond. Dr. Plamann truly embodies the values of compassion, service, and advocacy.
Please join us in thanking and congratulating Dr. Plamann for his remarkable service and unwavering dedication to Mile Bluff, his patients, and the greater rural community.
Local Prep Scores from Tuesday 5/13
1 year
by WRJC WebMaster
in Sports
Baseball
Westfield 7 Mauston 3
Reedsburg 10 Portage 5
Wisconsin Dells 8 Adams-Friendship 2
Wautoma 8 Nekoosa 5
Weston 5 Riverdale 4
Hillsboro 7 Bangor 3
Softball
Bangor 12 Hillsboro 9 (Michelyn Hansen Homerun for Hillsboro)
Pittsville 10 Necedah 9 (Hannah Hunkins 3 hits in the loss for Necedah)
Wautoma 22 Mauston 0
Wisconsin Dells 12 Nekoosa 2
Reedsburg 7 Sauk Prairie 0
Adams-Friendship 11 Westfield 6
Tomah 5 Sparta 0
Girls Soccer
Onalaska 5 Tomah 0
Wisconsin Rapids Assumption 10 Adams-Friendship 0
Amherst 3 Mauston 0
Stoughton 2 Reedsburg 1
Big Inning Propels Westfield Past Mauston in SCC Baseball
1 year
The Westfield Pioneers used a 6 run 5th inning to defeat Mauston 7-3 in South Central Conference baseball action on Tuesday. Mauston took a 3-1 lead into the bottom of the 5th but the Pioneers dinked and dunked their way to 6 runs and held on for the 7-3 victory. Eli Rader and Tyler Link each had a pair of hits for Mauston in the loss. Treyton Roos had the go ahead base hit for the Pioneers in the 5th inning. Sam Buerrecos picked up the victory for the Pioneers on the mound while Beef Massey took the loss for Mauston. Mauston will host Wautoma on Thursday.
Johnson, Cheryl Wynn Age 66 of Friendship
1 year
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
Cheryl Wynn Johnson, age 66, of Friendship, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at Villa Pines Living Center in Friendship, following a courageous battle with cancer.
A Celebration of Life will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 17th at the Arkdale Lions Park in Arkdale, Wisconsin.
Cheryl was born on February 22, 1959, in Portage, Wisconsin, to James H. and Shirley H. (Gibbens) Johnson. She was raised in the Adams-Friendship area and graduated from Adams-Friendship High School with the Class of 1977. Over the years, she dedicated her time and care to several local employers, including Pine Bluff Farms, IGA, and most recently, Villa Pines Nursing Home.
On September 9, 1978, Cheryl married Charles Page. Together, they had one child before later divorcing. Cheryl was blessed with two more children in the years that followed.
In addition to her dedication to work and family, Cheryl devoted over a decade to the care of Mt. Repose Cemetery, taking great pride in maintaining its peaceful and well-kept appearance.
Cheryl had many interests, including gardening, cooking, collecting antiques, and solving puzzles. Her love of flowers and the outdoors was evident in the beautiful spaces she cultivated and enjoyed.
She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Shirley Johnson.
Cheryl is survived by her children Curtis (Samantha) Page of Arkdale, WI; Travis Johnson of Arkdale, WI; and Cassi Williams of Dallas-Fort Worth, TX; grandchildren: Austin Page and Oliver Page; her siblings, Randy (Nona) Johnson of Adams, WI, Rodney (Pam) Johnson of Friendship, WI, and Carole (Bruce) Bain of Arkdale, WI; as well as extended family and friends who will miss her dearly.
Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the family. Online condolences may be offered at www.roseberrys.com.Smith, Gladys M. Age 91 of Friendship
1 year
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
Gladys M. Smith, age 91, of Friendship, Wisconsin, passed away on Sunday, May 11, 2025, at Riverview Hospital in Wisconsin Rapids.
A funeral service will be held at 12:00 Noon on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at Roseberry’s Funeral Home in Friendship, with Pastor Gretchen Viney officiating. Interment will follow at Gould Rock Cemetery in Grand Marsh, Wisconsin. Visitation will take place at the funeral home on Saturday from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service.
Gladys was born on February 3, 1934, in Wild Rose, Wisconsin, to Clarence and Vida (Allison) Hirst. She was raised in Wild Rose and graduated from Wild Rose High School. On February 21, 1952, she married Robert A. Smith in Mt. Morris, Wisconsin. The couple lived briefly in the Wautoma area before relocating to Chicago and later Wauconda, Illinois. While in Illinois, they raised their family before returning to Central Wisconsin in 1978 and settling in Grand Marsh. In 2014, Gladys moved to Friendship, where she lived until her recent health decline.
A devoted mother and homemaker, Gladys found joy in quilting, sewing, and cooking. She especially enjoyed baking cheesecakes and bread and was known for creating heartfelt cards for residents at Villa Pines and patients at the hospital.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Vida Hirst; her husband, Robert Smith; sons, Scott and Tony Smith; sisters, Jean and Jeanette; and brothers, Bill and Oakley.
Gladys is survived by her children: David (Jeannie) Smith of Huntsville, TX; Rod (Nancy) Smith of Brighton, IL; and daughter-in-law, Shianna Smith of Grand Marsh, WI; as well as her brother, Roger Smith of Rockford, IL. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Jennifer, Mikayla, Ashley, Justin, Jake, and Nate, and many great-grandchildren: Ben, Gavin, Jaxon, Nolan, Carson, Brayson, Journey, Jenna, Avery, and Merideth. She leaves behind many other relatives and friends who will remember her fondly.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you consider sending a funny card to someone that could use a smile, just as Gladys would have done.
Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the family. For online condolences and additional information, please visit www.roseberrys.com.
Olson, Pamela S. Age 69 of Elroy
1 year
by WRJC WebMaster
in Obituaries
Pamela S. Olson
Pamela S. Olson, age 69 years, of Elroy, Wisconsin, passed away on Monday, May 12, 2025 at Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center in La Crosse.
She was born on September 14, 1955 in Hillsboro, the daughter of Martin and Mabel (McNamer) Connors. Pam graduated from the Hillsboro High School.
Pam was married to Arlie Buchal and they had two sons, Todd and Timothy. They later divorced.
Pam was united in marriage to Raymond “Nip” Olson Jr. on February 17, 1990. They made their home in Elroy for many years. He preceded her in death on March 7, 2020.
Pam worked at Brunner Manufacturing for 35 years and retired January 2024.
She enjoyed going camping, taking care of her yard and loved visitors. She loved her puppy, Ginger very much.
Survivors include her son, Todd Buchal (Dawn); step son, Brian Olson; grandson, Derek; granddaughters, Daniale, Hannah and Abigail; siblings, Phil (Pat) Connors, Sandy (Gordy) Vierck, Tom (Kathy) Connors and Linda (Randy) Scheidegger and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband, Nip; she was preceded in death by her Parents; son, Timothy Buchal; sisters, Charlotte Scheeler and Bonnie Solchenberger and brother, John Connors.
Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at the Picha Funeral Home in Elroy. Burial will be in the St. Paul’s Lutheran Cemetery in Wonewoc. A time of visitation will be at the Picha Funeral Home in Elroy on Friday from 4 to 7 p.m., for online information go to www.pichafuneralhomes.com
