All Obituaries

Bernice J. Matchey, 93, of Arcadia, died on January 11, 2023, at Marinuka Manor in Galesville.  Bernice was born in Independence on February 17, 1929, to John and Frances (Bisek) Micek.  She was united in marriage to Alphonse “Allie” Matchey on July 1, 1946, at S.S. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Independence.  Allie preceded Bernice in death on November 24, 1978.  Bernice was a member of Holy Family Parish and the PCCW. Bernice was an amazing cook and...

Bernell Frances Brom, 88, formerly of Arcadia, died Monday, January 9, 2023, at American Lutheran Home in Menomonie, WI. Bernell was born on November 15, 1934, in Arcadia to Stanley and Frances (Andre) Burt. On June 20, 1964, she married Edward "Gene" Brom. Bernell enjoyed crocheting, sewing, cooking and baking. She also enjoyed traveling to various places, but bus trips to Branson were always a highlight. Bernell had a lifelong love for dogs which included her large collection of ceramic...

Joyce Marie (Jostad) Dolle, 90, of Trempealeau passed away peacefully surrounded by family, on Wednesday, December 28, 2022, at Aase Haugen Senior Services in Decorah, IA. She was born in Cashton, on January 18, 1932, to Harvey and Valeria (Wiskerchen) Jostad. Joyce was gifted in music, playing piano, organ and the French horn, plus performing as a singer in amateur contests and at various events. She graduated from Galesville High School in 1949 and completed teacher's training from...

Robert "Rob" Theodore Reichwein, 44 of Arcadia, passed away peacefully, Friday December 23, 2022 at home after a short and courageous battle with cancer. Rob was born on September 14, 1978 in Arcadia, Wisconsin to Roger and Ann (Kampa) Reichwein. Rob had an infectious personality, always wearing a smile on his face and a joke on his lips, even during his final days. His zest for life was felt in everything he did, and he had a way of turning the simplest of days into an...

Evelyn T. Woychik, 94, formerly of Arcadia, died on Tuesday, December 20, 2022, at St. Anne's of Winona. Evelyn was born in Arcadia on November 1, 1928, to Benedict and Theresa (Reck) Sonsalla. She was united in marriage to Alphonse "Allie" Woychik on October 2, 1956, at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church, where Evelyn was a lifelong member. Alphonse preceded Evelyn in death on February 21, 1989. Evelyn was employed with Miller Waste Mills and Arcadia Manufacturing before joining...

LuAnn Mary Ammann, 85, of Arcadia, died on Wednesday, November 30, 2022, at Mayo Clinic Health System in La Crosse.  LuAnn was born in Cream, WI on August 20, 1937, to Louis and Arlene (Jahn) Schmidtknecht.  She was united in marriage to Devon Ammann on January 16, 1960, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Fountain City.  Together the couple raised three children and enjoyed going to flea markets and rummage sales.  LuAnn loved to sew, quilt, and work on craft...

Bernice Marie Sonsalla, 105 of Arcadia, died peacefully with family by her side, Tuesday, November 22, 2022 at St. Anne Extended Healthcare in Winona. Bernice was born on the family farm on December 17, 1916 to Albert and Mary (Korpal) Woychik. Being the oldest of 10 children, Bernice was like a second mother to her siblings. She had a strong work ethic and always stayed active-even swimming at the YMCA in Winona until she was 93. Her faith was strong and Bernice was very active within the...

Joseph "Joe" F. Obieglo, 96, formerly of Arcadia, died on Saturday, November 19, 2022, at the Pigeon Falls Healthcare Center.  Family and friends are invited for visitation from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Saturday, December 3, 2022, at the Wozney-Killian Funeral Home where there will be a Rosary recited beginning at 10:45 a.m. led by Father Kyle Laylan.  A prayer service and military honors presented by the Tickfer-Erickson American Legion Post #17 will follow the...

Robert Martin Hoesley, 89, of Dodge, passed away on Thursday, November 17, 2022, at his home surrounded by his family, under the care of Gundersen Home Hospice. Robert endured a long battle with Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. Robert was born on March 19, 1933, to Robert and Elizabeth (Brom) Hoesley. He was united in marriage to Marilyn Patzner on September 5, 1959, at Sacred Heart Parish, and the couple was blessed with three sons. Robert was a lifetime member of Sacred Heart Parish...

Cecelia "Sally" Obieglo, 93, formerly of Arcadia, died on Tuesday, November 15, 2022, at the Pigeon Falls Healthcare Center.  A funeral service will be held at 1 PM on Saturday, November 19, 2022, at the Wozney-Killian Funeral Home with Father Kyle Laylan officiating.  Family and friends are invited for visitation beginning at 12 PM (noon) at the funeral home with the Rosary being recited at 12:45 PM.  Burial will take place at a later date in St. Stanislaus...