Mauston Class of '72

03/10/2026

How many would be interested in an informal get together on July 27?

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08/10/2025

Patricia Dougherty Powers
Apr. 24, 1954 - Jul. 17, 2025

Patricia J. Powers, 71, of Mauston, WI, passed away peacefully on July 17, 2025. Born to Maurice and Bernadine Dougherty on April 24, 1954, Pat (Patsy) grew up on the family farm outside Mauston, where she developed a deep love for the land and her community.

On November 25, 1978, she married her beloved husband, John Powers, and they shared 46 beautiful years together until his passing. Pat cherished her time at the ranch, where she made countless memories with family and friends.

She is survived by her sisters Maureen Schwenn, Karen (Dennis) Harnar, and niece Abilene (Santone) DeCol; nephews Mike (Stephanie) Minard, Bob (Amber) Minard, Doug (Tiffini) Schwenn, and Brad (Ann) Schwenn, and Brad (Ann) Schwenn; grandchildren Zach Trott and Emily (Darryn) Trott; as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Pat's warmth, kindness, love for her family, and a hug for everyone will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

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07/23/2025

Pat wasn’t in our class but I think we all knew him.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Martin Patrick Lynch “Pat”, a beloved father, brother, and friend, who left us peacefully at UW Hospital in Madison on 7/12/25.

Pat had an enduring love for the simple pleasures of life: hunting, fishing, and golfing, most notably at Castle Rock Golf Course. Whether it was the tranquility of a morning spent fishing for walleye on Castle Rock or the thrill of a hunting expedition, Pat found joy in the natural wonders surrounding him. Known for his adventurous spirit, Pat often recounted his unforgettable trip to Alaska with a fond twinkle in his eye.

Born to the late Bud and Jean, Pat carried forward their legacy of kindness and integrity. Though they preceded him in death, their values lived on in Pat, guiding his path and influencing those lucky enough to know him.

Pat's family meant the world to him. He was a devoted father to Mike (Ashley), and Charlie (Kennedy). As well as a proud grandfather to Olive, Tyler, Kylie, and Carter, who will always carry their cherished memories of him. Pat is also precede in death by his sister Donna and survived by his sisters, Michelle, Julie, and Kelly, who will miss his humor, warmth, and camaraderie.

As we say goodbye to Pat, we celebrate a life filled with adventures and shared stories. His laughter, love, and wisdom have left a lasting imprint on all who were fortunate enough to know him. While he may no longer walk among us, his spirit remains alive in every cast of a fishing line, every swing on the golf course, and every sunset that paints the skies of his beloved Midwest.

A celebration of Pat’s life will be held on 8/16/25 at the Mauston Legion hall (1055 E State St, Mauston, WI 53948) from 1-4 pm where we’ll gather to honor his memory and share the stories that made him who he was. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Pat's favorite wildlife conservation club (Outdoors Forever) helping sustain the wild places he loved so dearly.

11/26/2024

SFC (Ret) James Ernest "Jim" Williamson, 72 of Waynesville, MO, passed away Saturday, November 9, 2024 in the Barnes-Jewish Hospital of St. Louis, MO.
Celebration of Life services with military honors will be held at 12:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 20, 2024 in the Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville / St. Robert. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville / St. Robert.
Visitation will be held from 11:00 am. until time of service at 12:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 20, 2024 in the Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville / St. Robert.
Mr. Williamson is survived by his wife of 53+ years: Gail (Hovde) Williamson of the home; daughter: Amy and son-in-law Jay Calhoun; daughter: Jill Kelly; precious granddaughter Casandra Hibbert; handsome grandsons: Marcus Hibbert, Travis Kelly, Elijah Kelly, Caleb Kelly, and Nicholas Calhoun; brothers: Dave (Sue) Williamson, twin brother John (Barb), Mike (Suicki), Skip (Judy); sisters: Chris Stewart, Debby McDermott, Carol (Bob) Johnson, Mary (Chuck) Chenowith and Gayle (Rich) Horn; in-laws: Tom (Francine) Hovde-Girard, Barb (Ken) Wise, Roger Hovde, Mark Hovde, Cindy Hubbard and Karen (Roy) Daunhauser; and many nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in memory of Jim Williamson to the American Cancer Society Hope Lodge of St. Louis and may be left at Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville / St. Robert.

09/30/2024

Once again, I am saddened to share that we lost a classmate. Mike Ambrose passed. He was with our high school class for a couple of years. He was a good guy, and we send condolences to his family

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07/30/2024

Does anybody have any information on Daniel (Dan) Bolchen? He was living and working in Colorado. He graduated from Mauston class of 72.

07/11/2024

This is Sandy Turner. At this point there are only two folks who are administrators for this page and I would like to see more. If something happens to one of us, the page may end up going away. Anyone from the class who wouldn't mind, please let me know. You don't have to do anything if you don't want to, but it will help save the page :)

06/02/2024

John Mehne lost his sister this week. Our sympathy to him and his family.
https://www.crandallfuneral.com/obituary/bridget-wells?lud=0D4B2C2F8102ACCEB977A02800391355&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR3kKy_5UWS5-xWV5CVt_Ng0SX4u_WS3T2Org_RogBzDL00nZC1aJqN0RB8_aem_AWrmkdEpztZZplvG4mjA_5XZkfS2c6YmGXAeUF_i1UgHzxWHeu_KUgUA81YR2GF-n_fvYlf50lRlgRD0Q_LQOic0

Bridget Ann Wells, 71, of Mauston, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on Thursday, May 30, 2024 at the Mayo Clinic in La Crosse, Wisconsin after a courageous fight with metastatic breast cancer. Bridget Mehne was born August 11, 1952, in Portage, Wisconsin and moved to Mauston with her

03/11/2024

Sad to say we have lost another classmate.

01/17/2024

https://roseberrys.com/obituary/peter-paul-pfeifer/?fbclid=IwAR2WJ5jFkYC-jO9YxlV_n26d6gLYQUOA1Tbwv5yTASypkkfG9dl7qL81wgI

Peter Paul Pfeifer, “Paul,” 84, of Elroy passed away peacefully on January 2, 2024, in Baraboo after a brief illness. Paul was born in Chicago, Illinois, on February 17, 1939, to George T. and

12/23/2023

Sorry to post that we have lost another classmate

View John A. Steffes's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

12/14/2023

https://www.crandallfuneral.com/obituary/marie-sarazin
Tom's mother passed away. She was such a nice lady. Our sympathy to her family

Marie C. Sarazin, 94, of Mauston, entered her heavenly home on Dec 6, 2023 at Riverwood Assisted Living Memory Care in Wisconsin Dells where she resided for the past 2 years.. Marie was born on March 22,1929 in Highbridge, WI, the daughter of Gottfried and Mamie Deere Lundquist. She had