Obituaries

Richard Dale “Dick” Rossin Sr., age 92, passed away peaceably on Thursday, April 9, 2026, after a brief stay at Villa Pines Living Center in Friendship, Wisconsin.

Dick was born on March 14, 1934, in Chicago, Illinois, to parents Julius Emil Jr. and Helen (Mill) Rossin. He was baptized into the Lutheran faith. Julius was a printer by trade. In 1938 the Rossin family moved to a farm in Kildare Township, Juneau County, Wisconsin. With the outbreak of WW II the Rossins returned to Chicago where Dick attended Concordia Lutheran Schools.

In 1947 the Rossins returned to Kildare and Dick attended Lyndon Station and Mauston schools. Julius found work at Kastner’s garage. In 1948 Dick was confirmed at St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Mauston. During the fall harvest Dick followed the threshing machine from farm to farm; refusing to work for anything less than a dollar a day. In 1952 Dick left school early and joined the United States Air Force. He was part of the 72nd Bomber Squadron and was stationed at Travis AFB outside of Sacramento, California. He was a staff sergeant by age 20. Throughout the 1950s he helped keep America safe by working as a radio operator flying onboard heavy bombers that frequently crossed the Pacific Ocean. He amassed 500 flight hours in a B-29 and 1,500 hours in the giant B-36 Peacekeeper. He passed his GED equivalency test in 1958. Honorably discharged in 1959, he lived for a time in the Baraboo area before returning to Mauston. He worked for seven years as a bartender at Carpenter’s Supper Club south-of-town. On October 27, 1962, he was united in marriage to Roberta Lea Trenshaw (Ingram), a divorcee with four children. Near the end of the 1960s he operated Rossin’s Café in downtown Mauston. In the early 1970s Dick and Roberta ran the Chatterbox tavern. Starting in the mid-1970s Dick sold real estate for the Dippen Agency. In the early 1980s he started and operated his own one-man agricultural company until retiring in 1996 at age 62.

In retirement Dick enjoyed woodworking and genealogy. He was an avid fisherman. After Roberta’s passing in 2004, Dick and his girlfriend June spent many hours traveling around the tri-state area. Dick was preceded in death by his parents, and siblings Ruth (Bob) Schroeder; Bob Rossin; Ray Rossin; and stepson David Trenshaw. He is survived by stepchildren Lizabeth (Don) Johnson of Madison; Lynne and Craig Trenshaw, both of Mauston; and sons Richard Jr. (Sheila) of Mauston and twin sons, James, of Platteville, and John, of St. Petersburg, Florida.

Dick chose cremation and will be buried next to Roberta at St. Luke’s Cemetery outside of Elroy, Wisconsin. As per request, no services are

planned. Condolences can sent c/o Richard Jr. at P.O. Box 34, Mauston or via email at themaustonbrewery@yahoo.com.

Norman E. Rabl, age 89 of Adams, Wisconsin passed away on December 11, 2025.

Norm was born on June 16, 1936, in Columbus, WI to John Rabl and Elizabeth (Huber) Rabl. He graduated from Fall River High School in 1957 and went on to attend UW Madison where he played trumpet and tuba in the University Marching Band. He belonged to Delta Sigma Phi graduating with a BS in 1958. He received his MS in 1965 and PhD in 1978 from UW. His career began in Jefferson County in University Extension-Education. Norm began his career as a 4-H Club Agent, then as a Horticulture and Livestock Specialist, ending his formal career as the County Resource Agent &Business Specialist for Jefferson Co. He was granted Professor Emeritus from UW in 1978. While living in Jefferson he was involved with the National 4-H Club, Jefferson Kiwanis, Fort Atkinson Lions, WI Conservation Club and UW Madison Alumni Association.

Norm married his beloved wife, Carol (Hackl) in May 1963 and the couple were married for 58 years. As a couple they enjoyed spending time with their three children and five grandchildren, camping, boating and traveling to FL, Branson, Door County, the Northwoods and many National Parks. Norm loved playing the accordion and enjoyed entertaining others at Christmas and parties for many years. He remained an avid hunter and fisherman his entire life with annual trips to the Chippewa Flowage where he had a favorite “crappie hole”. After retirement, Norm and Carol moved to Adams, WI where they developed the Pinequilizer Campground/Mobile Home Park and Tree Farm. He began a Christmas tree lot in Fort Atkinson in 1968 where he enjoyed visiting with old friends and colleagues even after his son took over the sales. He had a vivid passion for life, often capturing it via his photography of family, friends and places he went. Norm had a special gift of making friends wherever he went and they remained friends for a lifetime.

Norman was preceded in death by his wife, Carol; his parents and brothers (John, Phil and Butch). He is survived by his loving family; sister, Nancy Mickelson; daughter, Laurie Rabl (Anthony Roberts); son, David Rabl (Jolane Benner); daughter, Kelly (Trent) Allen. Grandchildren Keith Diemert; Collin (Fillipi) Diemert; Grace (Arlen) Rabl Castro; Chloe (Jake) Allen and Luke Allen.

A celebration of life will be held from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 2nd, 2026 at the Moundview Golf Course, Friendship, Wisconsin.

Angeline Ruth Wong Boggiano, age 94 years, of Hillsboro, Wisconsin, passed away on Friday, April 10, 2026 at Fair View Nursing Home in Mauston.

She was born on May 24, 1931 in Hillsboro, the daughter of Hartley and Crilla (Caucutt) Walker.  Angeline graduated as Salutatorian from the Hillsboro High School in 1949.  Shortly thereafter, Angie began working at the Farmers State Bank in Hillsboro, where she worked for 60 years.

Angeline was united in marriage to Arthur E. Wong on May 24, 1952 in Hillsboro.  They purchased and made their home in Hillsboro also in 1952.  Arthur preceded her in death on November 29, 1982.

Angeline later married Wilson “Willie” Boggiano on February 18, 1984 and he preceded her in death on June 11, 2005.

In addition to her work as a teller at Farmers State Bank; she was actively involved in the First Congregational Church in Hillsboro and their different circles, along with teaching Sunday School.  Angie was also a founding member of the Good Samaritan Thrift Store in Hillsboro.  She also was a member of the Hillsboro Fire Department Auxiliary.

Angie was also known for having many garage sales at her residence, affectionately known as “Queen of the Garage Sale.”

Survivors include her daughter, Christi (Robert) Kouba; son, Kirby (Ann) Wong; grandchildren, Karrie Kouba, Josh (April) Kouba, Benjamin (Carly) Wong, Sarah (Brandon) Hockers, and Becky (Travis) Stolze; great grandchildren, Chloe, Clayton, Elliott, Austin, Amelia, and Delilah and sister-in-law, Shirley Walker.

In addition to her husbands, Arthur and Wilson; her parents, Hartley and Crilla and brother, Merwyn Walker.

Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at the First Congregational Church in Hillsboro, with Pastor Thomas Hotek officiating.  Burial will be in the Forest-Burr Cemetery, rural Hillsboro.  A time of visitation will be on Friday, April 17, 2026 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Picha Funeral Home in Hillsboro and from 10 to 11 a.m. on Saturday at the Church.

The Picha Funeral Home in Hillsboro is assisting, for online information go to www.pichafuneralhomes.com

Nicole “Nicki” Lynn Lewis, 52, of Wisconsin, Dells, passed away Saturday, April 4, 2026, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison.

Nicki was born February 5, 1974, in Madison, WI to Leo and Carol (Lydon) Fronk.  She graduated from Mauston Area High School in 1992.  She later attended the Madison Business College.

On June 23, 2001, she married Chris Lewis.  She was employed by Pet Retreat for many years as a receptionist. Nicki enjoyed spoiling her fur babies, Presley, Chesney and Dolly.  She liked shopping and decorating, and above all, spending time with her family and friends.

In addition to her husband Chris, she is survived by her mother, Carol Fronk of Holmen; her sister, Christine Fronk of Columbus, WI; her brother, Travis (Stephanie) Fronk of Onalaska; her nephews Mitch and Nick, her nieces, Gabbi, Kinsey and Mya along with many other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her father Leo, and her brother-in-law Eric Lewis.

A Celebration of Nicki’s life will be held on Friday, April 10, 202,6 at 11:00 am at Farber Funeral Home in Reedsburg. Chaplain Mike Amberg of Home Health Hospice will officiate.  Visitation will also be on Friday, at the funeral Home from 10:00 am until 10:45 am.

A memorial fund has been established in her name.