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Darwin 'Butch' Severson
Darwin "Butch" Severson, 76, of La Crosse passed away Friday, Aug. 16, 2019, at Gundersen Health System. Funeral arrangements will be announced by the Schumacher-Kish Funeral and Cremation Services of La Crosse.
Erling 'Pete' Maynard Sherry
ONALASKA -- Erling "Pete" Maynard Sherry, 86, of Onalaska passed away Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2019, at Black River Memorial Hospital. He was born May 30, 1933, in Readstown, the sixth of seven children of Gerhard and Mabel (Swiggum) Sherry. Pete's childhood was spent on the family farm in Readstown, attending school at the Sherry School and graduating as valedictorian from Readstown High School in 1951. On Nov. 26, 1953, Pete married his high school sweetheart, Annette Nelson, on a snowy day at Franklin Lutheran Church in Soldiers Grove,. Together the couple raised one son, Bryce and three daughters, Kareen, Kristi and Lisa.
Following his graduation from Wisconsin State College at Platteville, in 1955, with a bachelor of science degree in agricultural education, Pete and Annette moved to Lime Springs, Iowa, where he taught high school agriculture and sciences and drove the school bus too. In 1959, the couple moved to Winona, Minn., where Pete started his insurance career with Lutheran Brotherhood. In 1960, Pete and Annette moved to Onalaska, where he continued his insurance career, majority of which as a partner in Carrier Insurance Agency.
Pete loved music, singing in the Men's Glee Choir at Platteville and as a proud member of the La Crosse Coulee Chordsmen, for over 50 years, receiving the Distinguished Service Award. Special moments for him were a surprise performance by chorus members at his 80th birthday celebration and most recently the gift of music by the "Special Export" quartet, while hospitalized these past few weeks. He taught himself how to play the ukulele and enjoyed serenading his daughters.
His faith was very important to him and it is what sustained him the last few months of his life. Pete sang in the senior choir at First Evangelical Lutheran Church, served on numerous boards and committees at the church and was most recently, a member of the OWLS (Older Wiser Lutherans) group.
Pete was proud of his Norwegian heritage and could be seen wearing his Norwegian flag necktie at special events. Pete and Annette were long time members of the local Sons of Norway. He was a former member of the Onalaska Rotary Club.
Pete and Annette enjoyed traveling through their 65+ years together, from car trips with the kids in the early years, to global trips throughout Europe and Asia, through his insurance business and trips to visit the grandchildren, in more recent years. He enjoyed tinkering in his yard and summers on the porch.
Pete was a sports fan, cheering on Wisconsin Badgers football on Saturdays and the Green Bay Packers on Sundays. His favorite season was college basketball season. Through the years, Annette learned to embrace sports as well, planning their dinners around their college basketball viewing schedule.
Pete is survived by his wife of 65 years, Annette Sherry of Onalaska; son, Bryce Sherry of Onalaska; daughter, Kareen (Steve) Schmidtknecht of Rockton, Ill.; daughter, Lisa (Tom) Liebl of Sheboygan, Wis.; four grandchildren, Sarah (Duke) Snider of Weston, Mo., Peter (Kristy) Schmidtknecht of Roscoe, Ill., Alexander Liebl of San Jose, Calif., Abigail Liebl of Milwaukee; four great-grandchildren, Everett and Parker Schmidtknecht of Roscoe, Danica Snider and Duke Snider Jr. of Weston; sisters, Margaret Larson of Viroqua, Lucille Erickson of Menagha, Minn., and Louise (John) Sime of Burlington, Wis.; cousin, Tom (Marge) Sherry of Viroqua, who was raised as part of Pete's family; nieces and nephews, cousins, friends and neighbors, who will remember his sense of humor, quick wit and friendly smile.
He was preceded in death by his daughter, Kristi Kolb; son-in-law, Dennis Kolb; parents, Mabel and Gerhard Sherry; mother-in-law, Mabel (Jackson) Nelson; and father-in-law, Hugo Nelson; sisters, Esther Aspenson and Kathleen Ranallo; brother, Adrian Sherry; sisters-in-law, Helen McKittrick, Benetta Nelson, Florence Nelson and Sally Sherry; brothers-in-law, Virgil Aspenson, Kenny Erickson, Keith Larson, Melvin McKittrick, Maurice Nelson, Merlin Nelson and Joe Ranallo; nephew, LeRoy McKittrick; nieces, Cheryl (Ranallo) Mirgai and Jacquelyn Ranallo.
A celebration of Pete's life will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 24, at First Evangelical Lutheran Church, 410 Main St., Onalaska. A visitation will be held from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 23 and again from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service Saturday at the church.
Memorials in Pete's name may be contributed to First Evangelical Lutheran Church, Sugar Creek Bible Camp or to the charity of the donor's choice. Dickinson Family Funeral Home is assisting the family in arrangements. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.dickinsonfuneralhome.com.
John Franklin Pamperin
John F. Pamperin, 83, passed away July 13, 2019, in Davis, Calif. He was born April 17, 1936, in La Crosse, to Franklin and Mildred Pamperin (nee Davis). John was a longtime campus minister at the University of California at Davis and a social activist in the Davis community for over five decades.
He graduated from La Crosse Central High School in La Crosse, in 1954, where he was Student Council president, member of the Honor Society, president of the Pilgrim Fellowship (a youth group of the Congregational Church) and the star basketball player. He earned a full basketball scholarship to the University of Wisconsin at Madison. He graduated from Wisconsin in 1958, with a degree in accounting.
John loved all sports and could talk about players and games for hours. He was an avid Green Bay Packers and Los Angeles Dodgers fan. John enjoyed recalling that as a student at Wisconsin, he faced off on the court against the young Wilt Chamberlain, who went on to a legendary career in the NBA.
After a period working at Milwaukee Gas and Light as an accountant, John had a calling to become a minister and graduated from the University of Chicago Theological Seminary and the United Church of Christ Seminary. He met and married a fellow classmate, Martha Mangold and they had a daughter, Claire. In 1963, he went to Davis, to serve as a minister with the Cal Aggie Christian Association (a student-oriented ministry).
Later in life he married Judy DeCesare and they had 20 lovely years together, with their Bichon dogs, Mike and Molly.
John is survived by his wife, Judy; daughter, Claire Grindall; grandchildren, Catherine and Andrew Grindall. He is also survived by his sister, Francie Onley of Arlington Heights, Ill.; nephews, Todd and Daniel Fisher; and grand-niece and nephew, Reece and Lars Fisher.
Valerie 'Val' J. Kendhammer
Surrounded by family, "Val" J. Kendhammer, 68, passed away from dementia Friday, Aug. 2, 2019, in her home.
Val was born in La Crosse, Jan. 23, 1951, to Arnold and Ina (Holter) Stegen. She graduated from Central High School in 1969 and married Gerald "Jerry" Kendhammer three years later Sept. 16, 1972, at Faith Lutheran Church, La Crosse. In 1987, after the birth of their two daughters, Jerry and Val built their family home.The country view and peacefulness comforted Val during her nine years of dementia. At the onset of her dementia, Val had been employed at Mayo Clinic Health System. During her 25 years there, she worked as an anesthesiology assistant, a customer service representative and a patient account specialist. Prior to her time at Mayo, Val worked at Country Kitchen, NCR in West Salem and La Crosse County Health Services. She was also a Mary Kay cosmetics representative for three years.
Outside of work, Val had many passions in life. She loved being outdoors, hiking, kayaking, biking, skiing, snowshoeing, boating and gardening. After a full day of work, she would often help at the Riverside Park International Friendship Gardens. Not only was Val a master gardener, but she also built some beautiful furniture for her home and created stained glass decor for the family. But probably her greatest passion was for animals. She often surprised her family by bringing home goats, sheep, dogs or horses and rescued animals from the Humane Society. Val's best friend was her dog, Chipper, who passed away this spring after being with her for 15 years.
Throughout her entire life, Val was known for being highly sociable and energetic. Besides working full-time and raising two daughters, she took much pride in being a good cook and keeping her house clean. Val also helped run the machinery and do other work on the family farm; still, she "played" as hard as she worked. She and Jerry would dance whenever they could. Most weekends included boating, card playing and Packers parties. The most memorable were the annual parties at the farm, which offered golfing, volleyball, horseshoes, hay rides and bonfires.
Val enjoyed life and loved making memories with the people she loved, especially her daughters and granddaughters. She found pleasure in shopping for gifts for them and in attending their sporting events. The love she demonstrated came back to her full circle. When Val could no longer care for herself, her husband, daughters and granddaughters selflessly cared for her at home. Val knew that she was loved.
She is survived by her devoted husband of 46 years, Jerry; her two daughters, Amy (Steve) Marsolek and Jamie (Jason) Schrader; grandchildren, Makayla and Elyssa Marsolek and Peyton Schrader; one sister, Doris (Duane) Triplett; one brother, Sherman (Joan) Stegen; sisters-in-law, Darlene Stegen and Donna (Richard) Messenger; and many loving nieces and nephews.
Val was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Dale and LaVerne; one sister, LaVaine Dugan; mother-in-law, Arlene Kish; fathers-in-law, Marvin Kendhammer and Shorty Kish; brothers-in-law, Dave Lukas and Larry Zirgibel; and sister-in-law, Jane Lukas.
Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 23, at English Lutheran Church, 1509 King St., La Crosse. The Rev. Mark Solyst will officiate. Visitation will be from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 22, at the Jandt-Fredrickson Funeral Home, Woodruff Chapel, 4239 Mormon Coulee Road, La Crosse and from 10 a.m. until the time of service Friday at the church.
Online condolences may be offered for the family at www.jandtfredrickson.com.
In lieu of flowers, the family would like to donate monetary memorials to local nonprofits that Val held close to her heart. The family would also like to extend its gratitude to the friends and family, who were apart of her life creating wonderful memories. A special thank you to Barb Frahm, Carol Carson and Sue Severson, as well as Heather and Joyce, from the Mayo Clinic Hospice team, who helped take care of her.
Larry E. Haar
HOLMEN -- Larry E. Haar, 74, of Holmen passed away Friday, Aug. 16, 2019, at Gundersen Health System. A celebration of life will be held from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Friday, August 23, at the Dickinson Family Funeral Home & Crematory, 515 McHugh Road, Holmen. For online condolences and a complete obituary please visit www.dickinsonfuneralhomes.com.
Florence I. Bice
Florence I. Bice, 79, of La Crosse passed away Thursday, Aug. 15, 2019, at Mayo Clinic Franciscan Health Care. She was born Sept., 4, 1939 to Frank and Teresa (Schrabeck) Bahr. On Aug. 21, 1971, Florence married Clesson Bice and they celebrated 48 years of marriage. In accordance to Florence's wish, no service will be held. For a complete obituary and online condolences please visit www.dickinsonfuneralhomes.com.
Gary Forrest Thompson
BANGOR -- Gary Forrest Thompson, 77, of Bangor passed away peacefully Sunday, April 28, 2019, at his home in Bangor. A celebration of his life will be held from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 24, at the American Legion Post 100, 1116 Angelo Road, Sparta. A full obituary can be found and online condolences left at www. couleecremation.com.
Benjamin C. Snapp
Benjamin C. Snapp, was born to Mary and Charles Snapp in La Crosse, Sept. 22, 1989. He lost a hard-fought battle with substance abuse and addiction Saturday, Aug. 10, 2019. Ben had the support of loving family members, friends and wonderful care providers, during this struggle. To the very end, he worked daily to become a healthier and more productive individual.
Ben is survived by his parents, Charlie Snapp and Mary Snapp; sister, Breanne (Snapp) Pittman, and brother-in-law Wade Pittman. He was a loving son to his parents and a loving brother to Breanne. Ben was excited to become an uncle this fall, to Bianca Maryanne Pittman.
Ben was a very intelligent, kind, witty and gentle man. Fun family times included camping, boating and sand bar time on the Mississippi, ski trips, swim meets and travels to Mexico, Disney World, the East Coast, California and Utah. Ben is further survived by aunts, uncles and cousins of the Snapp and Flynn families. He was dearly loved and will be profoundly missed by friends and family.
Ben went to elementary and middle school in Onalaska and graduated from Logan High School, in 2007. He then completed an associate degree in carpentry and remodeling, at the Madison Area Technical College. After returning to La Crosse, he attended both Western Wisconsin Technical College and UW-La Crosse. Areas of academic focus included history and philosophy. He was currently employed at Advanced Fiber Products, where he was considered a highly valued employee. Other areas of interest and activities included politics and current events, musicians and classic rock, art and museums, snowboarding with friends and family, fly fishing with his Dad, and hanging out with friends.
A private service has been conducted. Cards, condolences and memorials in his name, may be sent to Blaschke & Schneider Funeral Home, 1501 West Ave. S., in La Crosse, Wis., 54601. Ben Snapp Memorials will be dedicated to The Salvation Army.
Virginia 'Ginny' V. Trehus
LA CRESCENT, Minn. -- Virginia "Ginny" V. Trehus, 90, of La Crescent died Saturday, Aug. 10, 2019, at La Crescent Health Services. She was born in Los Angeles, June 21, 1929, to Calvin and Viola (Stolz) Christie and was raised in Brooklyn, N.Y. On Oct. 8, 1949, she was married to Ken Trehus and he preceded her in death in 2000, after over 50 years of marriage. Early in their married life they moved to the Midwest to raise a family. For 25 years, Ginny worked at the Sears store in La Crosse and was an active member of the La Crescent Applefest committee and served on the La Crescent United Methodist Church board. In her spare time she enjoyed bowling, golf, reading and spending time with family and friends.
She is survived by her four daughters, Nancy (Larry Ryan) Trehus of Tucson, Ariz., Vicki (Aron) Lemke of Inver Grove Heights, Minn., Kathy (Tom) Williams of La Crosse, Wendy (Steve) Nielsen of Faribault, Minn.; two grandsons; and two great grandsons. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents.
A celebration of Ginny's life will be held from 4 until 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 20, at Schumacher-Kish Funeral and Cremation Services La Crescent Chapel, 111 South Oak St. Online guestbook may be signed at www.schumacher-kish.com.
Helen Mae (Chopieska) Vitale
Helen Mae (Chopieska) Vitale, 93, passed away peacefully August 6th at the Bland-Bekkedal Center for Hospice Care in Viroqua.
Helen liked to tell stories. Most of all she liked to tell stories of the things that she loved, her life, her family and the Mississippi Valley in which she resided.
She was born in La Crosse in 1926, to Frank S. and Anna (Geier) Chopieska. Helen attended The Fifth Ward Grade School (now Jefferson) and Logan Junior High. She was a 1943, graduate of Logan Senior High. Starting in high school and continuing until 1946, Helen played viola in the original La Crosse Symphony, under director, Lee Elder. Helen earned a bachelor of science in 1947 and a masters degree in education in 1967, both degrees from the La Crosse State Normal School, (now the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse).
During World War II she ran the office and production scheduling for the business her father started. That company was located on Charles street and at the time, manufactured submarine parts, under a contract with the Manitowoc Shipbuilding Corporation. Thanks to her efforts, the company received the rare Navy-E award for "Excellence in Production."
After the war she married Army combat veteran, Le Roy P. Vitale in 1949, at St. James Church. The couple purchased the Chopie Tool and Die Company (Chopie Manufacturing, Inc.) from Helen's father in 1963. Concurrent with working in the Northside family business, (1941 to 1998) she pursued a career in education. Helen was an instructor of basic speech in the Speech Department at U.W.L. from 1963 to 1967. During that time, she was also the supervisor of costumes, properties and box office, for the Little Theater, with Dr. Marie Park Toland and Robert L. Frederick. In 1967, Helen joined the faculty at Western Wisconsin Technical Institute, (Western Technical College) as an instructor in communications and technical writing. In time she was appointed the first chairperson of the General Education Division. Helen was the supervisor of institutional research, when she resigned in 1977. Helen enjoyed participation in school and community organizations throughout her life.
In college she was a member of the Sigma Lambda Sigma Sorority, Alpha Psi Omega (National Theater Honor Society), and Kappa Delta Pi (Honor Society in Education). She co-founded the American Association of University Women Children's Theater and served several terms on the board of the La Crosse branch of the A.A.U.W. Helen was a life member of the Women's auxiliary of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and of the French Island American Legion.
In recent years, Helen served as chairperson of the Campbell Residents for Independence and was petitioner for the last three town of Campbell incorporation efforts. She was a member of the first Campbell Planning and Zoning Commission, acting as the commission's secretary for several years. When she was no longer able to physically attend meetings, Helen actively maintained social and community contacts though E-mail and phone calls. An avid member of the Friends of the Campbell Library, she received Volunteer of the Year Award from the La Crosse County Library Board in 2009. Helen was a long-time member of the Embroiders Guild of America.
Her strength and character will be missed by family, friends and community. Helen was preceded in death by her parents and husband. She is survived by her son, Philip L. (Lynn) Vitale; and grandsons, Michael and Matthew.
A private ceremony will be held at a later date. Memorials may be sent to the Veterans of Foreign Wars, www.vfw.org.
Schumacher-Kish Funeral and Cremation Services of La Crosse is assisting the family. An online guest book is available at www.schumacher-kish.com.
Cecilie Zanter
THE VILLAGES, Fla. -- Cecilie Zanter passed away Thursday, Aug. 8, 2019, in The Villages. She was born Oct. 22, 1935, in Germany, and immigrated to the USA in 1957, settling in La Crosse, married Ken Zanter in 1961 and had four children. She was beloved as a wonderful person with a quick wit. Survivors include her children, Linda, Mark and Joe. More information is at Hiers-Baxley.com.
Joy Renae Krueger
SPARTA -- Joy Renae Krueger, 64, of Sparta died Friday, Aug. 16, 2019, at Rolling Hills Rehabilitation Center, Sparta. She was born April 18, 1955, in Green Bay, Wis. She graduated from Green Bay Southwest in 1973. She attended Milwaukee School of Nursing in 1979.
Joy married Kim Krueger Aug. 25, 1979, at Green Bay Calvary Lutheran Church. Joy worked 28 years for Gundersen Health System in La Crosse, the last 18 years in OB. She also worked for two years at Mayo Clinic Health System in Onalaska and worked for the Monroe County Health Department and Rolling Hills as well.
Joy was a member of the Oktoberfest Grenadier Corps in La Crosse and season ticket holders for the Green Bay Packers and Wisconsin Badgers. She enjoyed gardening, traveling, canning, cooking and reading. Above all, she loved spending time with her children and grandchildren.
Joy is survived by her husband, Kim of Sparta; her three children, Jared (Rachel) Krueger, Joel Krueger and Elise Krueger; three grandchildren, Layla, Peyton and Gage; five siblings, Lana (Wayne) Woulf, Gary Roden, Terry (Shari) Roden, Doug (Sue) Roden and Lisa Fix; her mother, Ramona Melport; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her father, Carl Melport; and best friend, Ingrid Brindley.
The family would like to thank the staff at Rolling Hills, for the care they provided for Joy.
A funeral service will be held at noon Tuesday, Aug. 20, at St. John's Ev Lutheran Church, Sparta, with the Reverend John Meyer officiating. Family and friends are invited to call from 10 a.m. until time of services Tuesday at the church.
Online condolences may be offered at Joy's family at www.schanhoferfh.com. The Lanham-Schanhofer Funeral Home, Sparta, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Arthur 'Art' C. Coady
HOLMEN -- Arthur "Art" C. Coady, 75, of Holmen passed away peacefully Friday, Aug. 16, 2019, at home. A memorial gathering will be held from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 22, at the Dickinson Family Funeral Home, Holmen. Per Art's wishes, we will have a "party on him," at a later date. A complete obituary can be found at dickinsonfuneralhome.com.
Kayn Brian Gaethe
Kayn Brian Gaethke, passed away in the arms of his loving parents at American Family Children's Hospital in Madison, Wis., Monday, Aug. 12, 2019.
A service of remembrance for Kayn will be held at noon Wednesday, Aug. 21, at the Jandt-Fredrickson Funeral Home and Crematory-Woodruff Chapel, 4239 Mormon Coulee Road, La Crosse. Visitation will be held from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 20. Visitation will continue from 11 a.m. until the time of services Wednesday, Aug. 21. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Kayn's memory to either Wisconsin-PCHA or Beads of Courage.org.
To view Kayn's entire obituary and offer his family online condolences, visit the funeral home website at www.jandtfredrickson.com.
Barbara Ann Dillon-Schaettle
ONALASKA -- Barbara Ann Dillon-Schaettle, 87, of Onalaska died Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2019, in Eagle Crest North, Onalaska. A funeral Mass will be scheduled for St. Patrick's Catholic Church, 1031 Main St., Onalaska. A complete obituary will follow with scheduled dates, times and places at a later date. The Blaschke & Schneider Funeral Homes are assisting the family with arrangements.
Laura L. Haskell
Laura L. Haskell, 91, of La Crosse passed away Thursday, Aug. 1, 2019, at the Bluffview Memory Care in Holmen.
A memorial gathering will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 21, at the Schumacher-Kish Funeral and Cremation Services, 200 West Ave. S., La Crosse. For a complete obituary and online guestbook please visit www.schumacher-kish.com.
James "Jim" Benjamin Halter
ONALASKA -- James "Jim" Benjamin Halter, 77, of Onalaska passed away peacefully Monday, Aug. 12, 2019, at Hillview Health Care Center in La Crosse. He was born Aug. 12, 1942, to Benjamin Halter and Esther (nee Ebelt) Halter, in Sheboygan, Wis.
A 1960 graduate of Waldo High School, Jim attended the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, then served in the U.S. Air Force. He married Pamella Welch (nee Gruehn), Aug. 10, 1974, in Longmont, Colo.
He loved seeing a lot of the country, both through family road trips and as a truck driver. Jim was a very kind and gentle man, with a wry sense of humor and an example of what a father should be. As a grandfather, Jim was a constant source of support and quiet enthusiasm and made many childhood dinners, performances, visits to the Humane Society and camping trips, more meaningful by his presence.
Jim is survived by sons, Jeffrey (Tonya Harth) of The Dalles, Ore., and Paul (Cindy) Halter, of La Crosse; granddaughters, Allison Halter (Princeton, N.J.) and Jessica Halter (Marquette, Mich.); sisters, Rosemary (George) Keiser (Sedona, Ariz.), Virginia Krahn (Onalaska); brother, Dennis (Plymouth, Wis.); sister-in-law, Jean Gruehn (Shorewood, Wis.); and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife; and parents; and his brother-in-law, Doug Gruehn.
A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, Aug. 19, at Winooski Cemetery, Plymouth, Wis. Friends and family are invited to attend a reception following the service.
The family would like to thank the 700 hall staff at Hillview for their compassion and care. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred. Coulee Region Cremation Group is assisting the family.
Beverly J. Mach
Beverly J. Mach, 84, of La Crosse passed away Monday, Aug. 5, 2019, at Eagle Crest South Senior Living. She is survived by her three children, Kristy Mach (Rich Krawetz) of St. Paul, Steve (Anne) Mach and Terry (Elizabeth) Mach, both of La Crosse; her partner, Mike Schmidt of La Crosse; five grandchildren, Allan, Raymond, Kenneth, Milo and Margarete; two sisters, Judy (Herb) Meserve of New York and Carol (Delmar) Guthmiller of South Dakota. She was preceded in death by her husband, Milo; her parents; and two sisters.
A memorial service will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 1, at the Schumacher-Kish Funeral and Cremation Services, 200 West Ave. S., La Crosse. The Rev. Karen Bankes will officiate. Visitation for family and friends will be held from 2 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. For a complete obituary and online guestbook, please visit www.schumacher-kish.com.
Joseph Gerald Snyder
Joseph Gerald Snyder, 55, of La Crosse passed away at his home Monday, Aug. 12, 2019. Joe was born July 30, 1964, in Adams-Friendship, Wis., to James and Helen (Burke) Snyder. Following graduation from Logan High School, Joe spent his career working with Culligan water softeners. He was joined in marriage to Kristi Osterloo, Oct. 10, 2003. In his free time, Joe enjoyed golfing. Often times, Joe could be found hanging out with friends and neighbors, enjoying a cold beverage in his garage, maybe grilling some dinner or playing cards.
Joe is survived by his wife, Kristi; daughters, Elizabeth (Bill) Fuerstenau of Horicon, Wis., Natalie (Kent) Anderson of Rosendale, Wis.; son, Timothy Snyder of West Salem; grandchildren, Harrison Snyder, Oliver, Hannah and Liam Fuerstenau; brothers, John (Mary) Snyder of Eau Claire, Wis., and David Snyder of Black River Falls; and niece, Sarah Snyder. Joe was preceded in death by his parents.
A memorial visitation will be held from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 21, at Dickinson Family Funeral Home, 809 Gillette St., La Crosse. For more information and to share online condolences please visit www.dickinsonfuneralhomes.com.
