All Obituaries

Paul W. Piotter, age 72 of Las Vegas, NV, formerly of Reedsburg, passed away on Sunday, February 22, 2026. He was born on August 3,1953 in Fostoria, Ohio, the son of Ernest E. and Dorothy L. (Brown) Piotter. Following graduating high school, Paul joined the U.S. Army and saw many parts of the world. He later married Kathy Buelow, producing two sons, John and Eugene. Paul settled in the Reedsburg area to raise them. He later married twice more with nine step-children between the two. His ...

Shirley A. Tourdot, age 89, of Reedsburg, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 20, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her family. She was born on August 4, 1936, in Westford Township, Richland County, WI, the daughter of Frank and Carol (Owen) Harrison. Shirley graduated from Cazenovia High School in 1954. On July 10, 1954, Shirley was united in marriage to Bernard R. Tourdot in St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, Germantown. Their marriage was blessed with six children, 12 ...

Donald Charles “Don” Stevens, 84, of Loganville, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at Stoughton Hospital. Don was born on July 30, 1941, in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin, to the late Walter and Margaret (Isaacson) Stevens. In 1953, Don’s family moved to Loganville from Nekoosa, WI, where his father purchased a feed mill business. Don graduated from Webb High School in Reedsburg in 1959, and later proudly served his country in the United States Army, stationed ...

Charles “Chuck” Dvorak passed away on his beloved farm in Lyndon Station on Saturday, April 18, 2026 with his wife, Donna, by his side. Always a fighter, at age 85 he had won all of his matches until this final brief bout with a very aggressive cancer. With the care of his devoted wife of 40 years and the amazing team at SSM Dean Hospice, Chuck’s final days were comfortable enough that he could host an endless stream of loving visitors. Chuck maintained his unique sense of ...

Martin David Burkel, age 85, of Madison, formerly of Bayfield, passed away on Monday, April 13, 2026. He was surrounded by his family. Martin was born on November 2, 1940, in Ogema, Minnesota, the son of John and Pauline (Thorsen) Burkel.  He grew up farming in the Red River Valley area near Ulen, Minnesota. After a summer working at Yellowstone, Marty graduated from Ulen High School in 1957, then enlisted in the United States Air Force. He later attended Moorhead State College in ...

Timothy A. Minor, age 67, of Reedsburg, WI, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. Timothy was born on August 8, 1958, in Milwaukee, WI, to George Pearson and Susan Minor. He proudly served his country in the United States Army for 14 years. On July 16, 1985, Timothy married the love of his life, Diane. Timothy spent most of his career as a truck driver, earning him the nickname “Wisconsin Eagle” which his son Don loving ...

Kimberly Ann Hrycenko, known affectionately to those who loved her as "Kimmy," departed this life unexpectedly on February 17, 2026, at a residence in Baraboo, Wisconsin. Born on August 16, 1973, in La Crosse, Wisconsin, she was 52 years old. Kimberly was the beloved daughter of JoAnn (Willette) Glem and Tony Glem. From a young age, she possessed a spirited and memorable personality. Her mother, JoAnn, playfully gave her the nickname "Hairpin," a unique moniker that ...

Mary M. Anderson, age 80, of Reedsburg, passed away on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at her home surrounded by her family.  She was born with an identical twin sister on February 9, 1946, the daughter of Delbert and Catherine (Calkins) Anderson. Mary was employed in the cleaning business most of her life along with being a CNA.  It was her CNA experience and her ever-giving heart that led her to the most important jobs of her life.  She took into her own household many special ...

Anthony Stephen Matyas of Reedsburg, passed away in his home on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at the age of 97. Tony was born in Ashland, WI on January 21, 1929. He was a member of the Merchant Marines traveling throughout the Great Lakes. He later served in the United States Army for six years, including during the Korean War. He was an active member of the VFW 1916 in Reedsburg for many years. Tony was a lifelong teacher with a passion for mathematics, retiring from Southwest Tech. He was ...

Bernard F. Strutz, age 74, of Reedsburg, passed away on Monday, March 16, 2026, at the UW Hospital in Madison.  He was born on May 22, 1951, in Reedsburg, WI, the son of Harold and Evelyn (Ziech) Strutz.  Bernie was a 1969 graduate of Webb High School.  He excelled in football and was regarded by some as a legend on the field.  His passion for sports continued throughout his life.  He was an avid fan of NASCAR, especially following Bill and Chase Elliott, and he ...