Obituaries
KENNETH L. DURST
Kenneth Durst, 75, of Neillsville, WI, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family Saturday, March 22, 2025.
He was a hard-working man who spent 22 years at Nelson Filter then moved on to work 25 years at Abby Vans before retiring three years ago to enjoy...
JOSEPH H. DACHEL
Joseph Dachel, 89, of Granton, WI, died Friday, March 28, 2025, at his residence, surrounded by his loving family.
Joseph Herman Dachel was born Feb. 2, 1936, in Wisconsin Rapids, WI, the son of Albert W. and Elizabeth J. (Kreutzer) Dachel. He graduated from Lincoln...
RICHARD KENNETH GALL
Richard Kenneth Gall passed away peacefully while in hospice care, following a short illness and complications from falling. We’re heart-broken to lose such a devoted husband, dedicated father, good friend and caring neighbor. Everyone knew him by his nickname, Dick....
BEVERLY JEAN POTTS
“To live in hearts, we leave behind is not to die.”
Thomas Campbell
It is with great sadness that the children of Beverly Jean Potts announce her passing March 5, 2025, to walk with Jesus.
Beverly was born in Storm Lake, IA, July 31, 1935. She married Burton Potts...
EUGENE F. SIMMONS
Eugene Simmons, 91, of Neillsville, WI, died Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025, at the Riverside Assisted Living Facility in Neillsville.
Eugene Francis Simmons was born June 27, 1933, in Omaha, NE, the son of Curtis and Frances (Engle) Simmons. He attended high school in Omaha...
LEONA M. SIMMONS
Leona Simmons, 88, of Neillsville, WI, passed on to her heavenly home, Friday, Jan. 23, 2025, at the Riverside Assisted Living facility in Neillsville, WI.
Leona M. Lukowski was born Jan. 26, 1936, in Omaha, NE, the daughter of Leo and Martha (Delski) Lukowski. She...
CATHERINE STERNITZKY
Catherine Sternitzky, 91, peacefully entered into the arms of the Lord March 9, 2025. She was born Oct. 10, 1933, in Frederick, WI, and lived a life filled with faith, love and service. After she graduated from Bethany Lutheran High School in 1951 in Mankato, MN, she...
SYLVIA R. SAGEN
Sylvia Ruth Sagen was born to her parents, Edgar John and Eleanor Johanna (Epding) Sagen, Aug. 31, 1945, in Neillsville, WI. Sylvia lived her entire life in her home on W. 19th Street.
Sylvia received her primary and secondary education in the Neillsville school district...
CAROL SUSAN (WEST) WALLNER
Our hearts are broken, but Heaven has gained a beautiful Angel. Carol Susan (West) Wallner, 80, moved into her eternal home Feb. 23, 2025.
Carol was born to James and Irma West July 14, 1944. She attended Neillsville Public High School, graduating in 1962....
DIXIE BELLE FAUL
Dixie Belle Faul, 79, was released into the arms of Jesus March 7, 2025, from her earthly home in Neillsville, WI, with her family by her side. She was born Jan. 31,1946, at Greenwood Maternity Home, the oldest daughter of Edmond and Helen (Hall) Morrison. She attended...