All Obituaries

George David Blanchard, Jr. 84 of Poynette, passed away Friday, December 2, 2022 at the Columbia Health Care Center in Wyocena. A complete obituary to follow.

Stanley Schrank of Reedsburg, passed away Sunday, November 27, 2022. A complete obituary to follow.

Nancy Allegar, 86 of Portage, passed away Friday, November 25, 2022. A complete obituary to follow.

Lester Hare of Dalton, better known as dad or grandpa, passed into glory Thanksgiving Day November 24, 2022, with his family by his side. He had just celebrated his 82nd birthday.  Lester’s education began at the one room Bellfountain Schoolhouse. He graduated from Pardeeville High School and attended the University of Wisconsin - Madison. He then spent his life living in the small community of Dalton, WI where he had his own Construction business, was a member of the Dalton...

Brant E. VanMarter, 32 of Lyndon Station passed away unexpectedly in the ICU at U.W. Hospital in Madison Sunday, November 20, 2022. He was born August 19, 1990 in Waukegan, IL, the son of Michelle Dauer and step-father John Dauer. Brant was an avid outdoorsman, enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time up north. He had a love for the Green Bay Packers, and playing football and video games with his children.  Survivors include his children; Jazmin, Dominik, Harmonee, and Raelyn; mom...

Luzetta Margaret (Egan) Mickelson, 72 of Pardeeville, passed away Saturday, November 19, 2022 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born June 4, 1950 in Portage, the daughter of Elmer and Iva (Atkinson) Egan.  She was united in marriage to Duane Mickelson November 20, 1971 in Portage. She worked as an accountant for many years. Lu dedicated her life to time with her husband, children, and grandchildren.  She is survived by her husband Duane; son Joshua Mickelson...

Deanna “Dena” J. Heller, 66, of Rio, passed away from injuries sustained in a car accident Thursday, November 17, 2022. She was born August 15, 1956, in Madison, the daughter of George Heller, Sr. and June Heller. Dena spent her young adult years in California before moving back to the Madison area. She was employed by DRG/Rexam for many years. Being a mom and grandma brought her so much joy. She spent much of her time with her grandchildren and siblings as family was so...

LaTia “Tia” Lee Heller, 35, of Rio, passed away from injuries sustained in a car accident Thursday, November 17, 2022. She was born October 26, 1987, in California, the daughter of Tyrone Holland, Sr. and Deanna Heller whom also passed away in the car accident. Tia loved to sing and spent many years making music as a hobby. She had many aspirations and was always trying something new. She was a social butterfly who made many life long friends. Tia is survived by her former...

Kay Klingenmeyer, 76 of Reedsburg, died Tuesday, November 15, 2022, after a long, brave battle with pulmonary fibrosis.  She was born in Wisconsin but moved around the Midwest as a child until finally landing in Reedsburg during high school.   She was married for 48 years to Gary (Butch) Klingenmeyer.  They spent time as business owners along the way, but Kay was always deeply committed to nursing and could not stay away for long.  She knew from a very early age...

Paul H. Black, 84 of Poynette, was called home to his savior Monday, November 14, 2022, surrounded by his loving wife; son, Bill; and daughter, Heidi. He was born November 23, 1937, in West Bend, Indiana, Paul was the oldest of four children of William and Irma Black.  He graduated from Poynette High School in 1955 and then attended UW Platteville where he earned his BS degree in Agriculture and Science Education in 1960. He taught Agriculture at Cambria High School and Science at...