All Obituaries

Terrance R. Powers (1940-2021) Terry, 80, passed away peacefully in his home on Sunday, February 21, 2021 after his battle with dementia. He was born on March 21, 1940 in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, the son of Clara (Berntgen) and James Powers. He moved to Rockford, Illinois to begin his 30 years of being one of the best fork-lift drivers Chrysler in Belvidere ever had. He was a very hard working, loving father and grandfather that instilled his work ethic in his 3 daughters. He also knew...

Suzanne M. “Susie” Walker age 70, of Prairie du Chien, passed away Monday, February 22, 2021 after a hard-fought battle with cancer. She was born on March 18, 1950, to Gertrude and Ervin Walker in Seneca, Wisconsin, the youngest of four girls. She worked at many different jobs over the years including Tony's Grill and McGregor Electronics before settling in at 3M in Prairie du Chien. She worked primarily at the old 3M plant which is now the site of the county offices for 34...

Doris M. Buening, 93 of Prairie du Chien passed away Wednesday, February 10, 2021. She was born November 14, 1927 in Prairie du Chien, the daughter of Louis and Jesse (Wachuta) Benish. She married William Buening at St. Gabriel’s Church in Prairie du Chien on May 6, 1954. They were married 50 years until William preceded her in death on March 14, 2005. Doris worked as a secretary for 48 years. She was employed by Crawford County offices, Campion Jesuit High School, Weyerhauser Company,...

Michael H. Morrissey age 67 passed away on Tuesday February 16, 2021 at his home surrounded by his family.  He was born February 25, 1953 in Shullsburg, WI the son of Francis and Therese (O’Neill) Morrissey.  Michael married Lucille Boxrucker in May 2012.  Michael worked in the Financial Industry for numerous years and most recently at Cabela’s.  He loved to hunt, fish, go horseback riding, traveling, and most of all he loved his family.  He is survived...

Michael Wade Neises 3/4/75 – 2/15/21 With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Michael Wade Neises, our beloved son and brother, on Monday February 15, 2021. Michael was born March 4, 1975, in Anoka, MN to Chris and Barbara (Horkheimer) Neises. Michael was a beautiful, happy little boy who at age 4 contracted viral encephalitis, a terrible disease that caused massive brain damage. Michael endured the next 41.5 years with severe mental and physical handicaps at home with his...

Frank Joseph Sudol age 79 of Ferryville passed away Wednesday, February 10, 2021 at the Gundersen Health System in LaCrosse, WI surrounded by family.  He was born April 11, 1941 in McGregor, IA the son of Frank and Mary (Ambrose) Sudol. He was baptized and confirmed at St. Patrick’s Church in Monona, IA.  He attended Pleasant Ridge Country School and later graduated from Monona High School in 1958. Frank farmed on the home place East of Monona, IA.  He was united in...

Terrence J. “Terry” Zinkle age 76 of Prairie du Chien passed away Tuesday, February 2, 2021 at the University of Wisconsin Hospital in Madison, WI.  He was born February 22, 1944 in Prairie du Chien, WI the son of Thomas and Anne (Honzel) Zinkle.  Terry worked for the Crawford County Sheriff’s Department as a detective and later for the Prairie du Chien Police Department as Assistant Chief of Police. He loved to fish and was the past president of the Falling Rock...

Justina Ann “Jessie” Koresh age 94 of Prairie du Chien passed away peacefully Tuesday, January 26, 2021 at her home surrounded by her family.  She was born April 24, 1926 in Eastman, WI the daughter of John and Margaret (Wall) Phillip. She grew up on the family farm and later moved to Prairie du Chien where she graduated from Prairie du Chien High School.  She married Vernon Koresh on May 29, 1945 at St. John’s Church in Prairie du Chien.  He preceded her in...

Duane D. “Duney” Kramer Jr. age 66 of Eastman passed away on Sunday, January 24, 2021 at his home.  He was born December 10, 1954 in Prairie du Chien, WI, the son of Duane R. and Darlene (Benhart) Kramer.  He was united in marriage to Peggy Ronnfeldt on May 31, 1980 at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church in Eastman.  Duney owned and operated his own mechanic shop.  He enjoyed working on cars, trucks and tractors and meeting at the coffee shop in Eastman. He loved...

Russell W. Eulgem age 84 of Prairie du Chien passed away Sunday, January 24, 2021 at the Veterans Memorial Hospital in Waukon, IA.  He was born July 12, 1936 in Eastman, WI the son of William and Hazel (O’Brien) Eulgem. He attended Eastman Elementary School and later graduated from Prairie du Chien High School in 1954.  He played trombone in the school band and was a member of the Eastman Cloverleaf 4-H Club.  He married Patricia Michel on August 8, 1956 at St....