Torkelson Funeral Home and Cremation

11/04/2025

Leo Varnham Clark, age 82, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 31, 2025, with his devoted and loving wife of 30 years by his side.

Leo was born April 8, 1943, in Madison, Wisconsin to Lester and Helen (Kopan) Clark. Leo grew up in Lodi, Wisconsin, and was active in the Boy Scouts and ...

11/03/2025

It is with deep sadness to announce that Robert Duane Knutson, age 21, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at the home he shared with his loving mom, Wendy. Robert, or called by most who knew him “Robbie”, was a wonderful son, friend, colleague and nephew, cherished and so loved...

11/03/2025

Robert “Bob” Meltesen, affectionately known as “Bobby” in his younger years, may have sometimes come across as a bit of a smartalic — but those who knew him best understood that his sharp wit and unforgettable one-liners were just part of his charm. His humor was unmatched, and he loved to share it ...

11/02/2025

Jacquelyn "Jackie" Ann Flock, age 75, of Tomah, Wisconsin, passed away Sunday, November 2, 2025, at the Serenity House in Tomah.

Funeral services will be held Friday, November 7, 2025, 11:00 a.m. at the Torkelson Funeral Home in Tomah. Pastor Dawn Lindberg will officiate. Family and frie...

11/01/2025

Robin Ann Palmer, 72, of Stoddard, WI, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, October 27, 2025. She was born July 28, 1953, to Marvin and Roseanna (LaFrance) Waller.

Robin was a fun, spunky woman who loved with her whole heart. She had a gift for making people laugh and always made th...

10/31/2025

Marie T. Brueggen, 92, of Sparta, WI, passed away peacefully with her daughters at her side, Friday, October 31, 2025, at the Morrow Memorial Home in Sparta, WI.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday, November 6, 2025, 11:00 a.m. at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Sparta. Father ...

10/28/2025

Mary Lorrine DiVenturi, age 91, passed away on Sunday, October 26, 2025, in the warmth and love of her granddaughter Lacey’s home. She was born on October 12, 1934, in Chicago, Illinois, to Joseph Sr. and Sophie Czarnecki.

Mary married the love of her life, James J. DiVenturi Sr., on Novembe...

10/28/2025

James “Jim” Godshalk, age 97, of Kendall, WI, a former Naval Aviator, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at the Tomah VA Hospital after an extended illness.

Jim was born on June 17, 1928, in Hinsdale, Illinois, the son of Clarence Edwin Godshalk and Margaret Soule (Wyckoff...

10/23/2025

Stanley L. Ott, 76, passed away on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at the Tomah VA Hospital. He was born on January 9, 1949, to Elton and Rachel Ott in Columbus, Wisconsin.

At the age of 18, Stanley enlisted in the United States Army and proudly served his country in the Vietnam War. After his s...

10/21/2025

LaMont P. Prell, age 79, of Tomah, Wisconsin, passed away Saturday, October 18, 2025. He was born March 15, 1946, to Lawrence and Georgia (Schoot) Prell.

LaMont was a 1964 graduate of Tomah High School where he played football and baseball. He was a 1968 graduate of the University of Wiscons...

10/20/2025

10/17/2025

Karen Ruby Rengert, 75, of rural Sparta, WI, passed away peacefully in her cherished countryside home on October 16, 2025.

A Memorial Service for Karen is being planned and will be announced by Torkelson Funeral Home of Sparta, as soon as details become available. Online condolences may be o...