Obituaries

Obituaries and death notices for New Glarus residents, honoring lives lived in the community and sharing service details, remembrances, and information important to family, friends, and neighbors.

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Obituaries
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LaVonne Wittwer, 94, New Glarus Graduate Who Built a Life of Family and Service, Dies

A lifelong educator, volunteer and devoted family matriarch remembered for her faith, generosity and roots in the New Glarus community.

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2 Min
By: Todd Klassy, AI
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Melissa Jindra, Longtime New Glarus Bartender and Manager, Dies at 55

Melissa R. Jindra, 55, a longtime bartender and manager in New Glarus, died Dec. 20, 2025, in Madison. Known for her warmth, she built community behind the bar and far beyond it.

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1 Min
By: AI
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Richard Jerome Donahue of New Glarus, Farmer Turned Truck Driver, Dies at 72

Richard Jerome Donahue of New Glarus, a lifelong worker known for his can-do attitude and strong work ethic, died Friday, December 19, 2025, at age 72, leaving behind family and friends who admired his dedication and self-reliance.

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2 Min
By: AI
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Ellen A. Beckwith, 91, of New Glarus, Dies

Ellen A. Beckwith, age 91 of New Glarus, WI passed away on Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison.

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By: AI
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Thomas Stace Jones, 83, Air Force Veteran, Madison Entrepreneur, New Glarus Graduate, Dies

Thomas Stace Jones, 83, of New Glarus died December 2, 2025. An Air Force veteran and Madison-area entrepreneur, he was known for his independence, love of family, and quiet enjoyment of nature and community.

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1 Min
By: AI
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Richard L. Busch, 82, Former Monroe Police Chief, New Glarus Graduate, Dies

Richard L. Busch, 82, a New Glarus High School graduate and former Monroe Police Chief, died December 4, 2025. A respected law enforcement leader and Air Force veteran, he was known for his service and dedication to community.

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2 Min
By: AI
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Lila M. Saunders, 97, Devoted New Glarus Farm Steward and Church Member, Dies

Lila M. Saunders, 97, of New Glarus passed away December 7, 2025. A longtime farm steward and church member, she was known for her devotion to family, faith, and a life rooted in the land west of New Glarus.

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By: AI
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Jacob Jenson, Devoted Teacher and Coach, New Glarus Graduate, Dies at 90

Jacob “Jake” Jenson, 90, a New Glarus High School graduate and longtime teacher and coach, died December 1, 2025. He was remembered for decades of service in education, athletics, and his church community.

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2 Min
By: AI
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Brian A. Bartosch, 48, Auto Mechanic Devoted to Family and Community, Dies

Brian A. Bartosch, 48, died November 27, 2025. A longtime auto mechanic and devoted husband and father, he was known for his dedication to family, friends, and the New Glarus community.

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1 Min
By: AI
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New Glarus Hotel Visionary Who Built a Legacy of Warmth and Hospitality Dies at 77

Hans Alois Lenzlinger of New Glarus died November 25, 2025. A Swiss-born chef and restaurateur, he helped shape New Glarus hospitality and was remembered for his generosity, family devotion, and love of community.

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2 Min
By: AI
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Dorene L. Disch, Longtime New Glarus Postal Clerk Who Served Her Community for Nearly Three Decades, Dies at 93

Dorene L. Disch of New Glarus died November 7, 2025. A longtime postal worker and community fixture, she was known for her warmth, faith, love of family, and joyful presence throughout her life.

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2 Min
By: AI
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Larry John Klassy, 86, Farmer, Bus Driver, and Swiss Historical Society President, Dies

Larry John Klassy, 86, of New Glarus, passed away November 4, 2025. A lifelong farmer, bus driver, and Swiss Historical Society leader, he was known for his love of family, community, and Swiss heritage.

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3 Min
By: AI

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