Sonnenburg Family Funeral Home and Cremation

10/31/2025

Heinz Scherreiks, 78, of Tomah, died at Methodist Hospital in Rochester, Minnesota.

Funeral Services will be announced by the Sonnenburg Family Funeral Home.

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10/31/2025

Continuing to find entertainment in music, film, or art that the deceased enjoyed is a great way to keep their memory alive. Work with friends and family members to gather the person’s favorite songs and create a playlist everyone can enjoy together, or see if you can sing them together.

10/29/2025

Ryan Michael Cochems, 17, of Tomah, lost his mental health battle on Tuesday, October 28, 2025.

On March 20, 2008, Ryan was born to Clint and Susan (Morris) Cochems at Tomah Memorial Hospital. He attended Wyeville Elementary and was currently a senior at Tomah Senior High School. Ryan had a...

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10/28/2025

We offer a variety of services to meet your loved one's needs, but it can sometimes be hard to know where to start. Contact our team today, we would be happy to walk with you through this journey. https://www.sonnenburgfamilyfh.com/contact/tomah-wi

10/25/2025

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10/22/2025

Planning ahead helps remove additional stresses during an already difficult time. Learn more here: https://www.sonnenburgfamilyfh.com/start-plans/advanced-planning

10/22/2025

Mary F Gebhardt, 50, of Necedah, passed away on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at her home.

She was born on February 28, 1975, to Robert and Sharon (Bacon) Kuehl in Sparta. Mary attended Tomah High School. She was united in marriage to Rodney Gebhardt and to this union a daughter, Victoria, wa...

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10/22/2025

Leslie J. Blum, 84 of Sparta, passed away on Sunday, October 12, 2025, at Rolling Hills Rehabilitation Center, Sparta.

A Graveside Service will be held on Thursday, October 30, 2025, 11:00 AM at Woodlawn Cemetery, Sparta followed by military honors. Pastor Josh Buzbee will officiate.
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10/22/2025

Jeffrey Alan Rischette, 73, of Tomah, Wisconsin, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, October 20, 2025, in Onalaska, Wisconsin.

Jeff was born on August 18, 1952, in Tomah to John and Muriel (Giraud) Rischette. Except for a few years spent elsewhere, Jeff called Tomah home for nearly all of hi...

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10/21/2025

Mary A. Wolter, 72 of Tomah passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at Windy Ridge Care at Lake Tomah Center.

According to her wishes a private family graveside service will be held at Woodlawn Cemetery, Sparta.

Sonnenburg Family Funeral Home, Tomah is assisting the family. Onlin...

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10/20/2025

Robert “Horsefly” C. Gnewikow, 81 of Tomah, passed away on Sunday, October 19, at Emplify Health-Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center, La Crosse. He was born on April 7, 1944, to Ottis and Bernice (Giraud) Gnewikow at Sparta. He was a member of the Tomah High School graduating Class of 1962. He proudly...

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10/19/2025

When planning for a funeral, it’s best to set a budget. By budgeting for specific “must-have” items, it's easier prioritize what’s really important. As a way to avoid emotional overspending while planning for one’s funeral, look to family and friends!
They may have talents that can be utilized to personalize the service. A poet who can write a special verse to read, or a musician who can sing or play an instrument to add value to the service. And if possible, ask in advance!