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  • Obituary: Lucille M (Friedly) Brooks

    Obituary: Lucille M (Friedly) Brooks

    Lucille M Brooks, 98, passed away peacefully January 03, 2025, at Monroe Clinic Hospice Home with family members by her side.

    Lucille was born on the family farm December 12, 1926 to the daughter of Carl and Margaret Friedly. Coming from a family of 5 sisters and 4 brothers; Lucille learned all about the importance of family which she taught to her immediate family. 

    Lucille went to Shanghai School in Brodhead until the 8th grade. After her graduation she worked at Freeman Shoes in Brodhead for a few years until she met the love of her life, Kenneth Brooks; they united in marriage at St. John’s United Church of Christ in Monroe on February 16, 1952. 

    Kenneth and Lucille farmed for over 50 years. Farming was her passion along with baking and spending time with family. Lucille always supplied the homemade cinnamon rolls and dinner rolls for family gatherings. She also enjoyed her bowling league. Lucille was a member of Clarno United Methodist Church. 

    Lucille was a feisty, hardworking woman but always had time to share her love and spending time with her family gave her the most joy. 

    Lucille is survived by: Judy (Daryl) Meighan; Jerry (Alice) Brooks; Laura (Terry) Hughes. Grandchildren: Mike (Kamille) Landen; Angie Meighan; Jeremy (Michele) Meighan; Cory Brooks; Kyle Knoll; Carissa (Fiancé Mike Witte) Brooks; Jessica (Martin Jr.) Akins; Ryan (Emily) Hughes. Seventeen Great Grandchildren and one Great-Great Grandchild with two others on the way. Lucille is also survived by her brothers: Fritz Friedly and Ralph Friedly; Sisters: Bertha Chestnut, Helen Brooks and Beverly Klopfenstein.  Preceded in death by: Husband Kenneth Brooks; Her Mother and Father; Daughter Barbara Landen; Brothers: Walter Friedly and Robert Friedly; Sisters: Margaret LeBeau and Janet Zettle. 

    Funeral services will be held on Friday, January 10, 2025, at 11:00 a.m., at NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, Monroe, with Rev. JoAnn Meyer officiating. Interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery, Monroe. Visitation will be at the funeral home on Thursday, January 9, from 3:30 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. A Memorial fund will be established in Lucille’s name.  Condolences may be shared at www.newcomerfuneralhome.net

    Thank You to everyone at SSM Health Monroe Hospital, ER, and SSM Health Hospice Home for the wonderful care you gave our sweet Lucille. 

  • Obituary: Michael J. Brandenburg 

    Obituary: Michael J. Brandenburg 

    Michael J. Brandenburg, age 58, of Monroe, died peacefully at home on Thursday, January 2, 2025. Mike was born on January 29, 1966 in Monroe, the son of Delivyn and Phoebe (Abraham) Brandenburg. He graduated from Wausau East High School and has worked for many years at Greenco Industries in Monroe. Mike enjoyed fishing, John Wayne movies, driving his truck, going out to breakfast, and the occasional trip to the casino. Above all, Mike cherished visits from his family and the time they shared. 

    He is survived by his siblings, Laura Young, David (Mary) Brandenburg, Ann (Harry) Sokel, Becky (Steve) Pink, Kathryn (Jon) Neff, John (Lisa) Brandenburg, Dan (Cindy) Brandenburg; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother in 2011, and his father in 2014. 

    A celebration of Michael’s life will be held on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at the NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, Monroe. Visitation will precede the service beginning at 10:00 a.m. A private family burial will be held at a later date in Staver St. Peters United Methodist Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Greenco Industries in Mike’s name. Condolences may be shared at newcomerfuneralhome.net

  • Green County Sheriff’s Office 01/02/2025

    Green County Sheriff’s Office 01/02/2025

    The following events occurred on January 2, 2025:

    All person’s arrested or cited are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

    ACCIDENT- PI
    At 10:59 AM, Deputies along with GEMS, and MRFD responded to a two vehicle crash in the N2300 block of Bethel Road, in the Town of Clarno.  Investigation found a vehicle operated by Karen L Burkhalter, 70, of Monroe, was stopped at the stop sign at the intersection of Patterson Road and Bethel Road. Burkhalter accelerated to turn north onto Bethel Road at the same time a vehicle operated by,

    Aiden M Thorp,17, of Monroe was southbound on Bethel Road, causing a collision. Burkhalter was not injured, and was wearing a seatbelt. Thorp was injured, and  was wearing his seatbelt. Both vehicles had airbag deployment and sustained disabling damage. Both vehicles were towed from the scene. Burkhalter was cited for failure to yield the right-of-way from a stop sign. 

    DRUG/NARC VIOLATION
    At 8:56 pm, Deputies conducted a traffic stop for a traffic violation in the W5000 block of Exeter Crossing Rd, Town of New Glarus. Investigation resulted, Henry R. Masaquiza, 17 of Madison was cited for possession of THC.  Masaquiza was released with a non mandatory court date.

    Patrol Sgt. A. King #6
    Green County Sheriff’s Office

  • Green County Sheriff’s Office 01/01/2025

    Green County Sheriff’s Office 01/01/2025

    The following events occurred on December 31, 2024:

    All person’s arrested or cited are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

    Drug/Narcotic Violation
    At 2:04 PM, Deputies responded to the W2900 block of Main St., in the Town of Jefferson, for a reported suspicious activity.  The investigation resulted in Derek L. Thompson, 34, of Juda, being placed under arrest for Possession of Cocaine and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.  Thompson was later incarcerated at the Green County Jail pending court. 

    Motor Vehicle Crash – Property Damage
    At 4:23 PM, Deputies responded to the intersection of STH 11 & Smock Valley Rd., in the Town of Monroe, for a two-vehicle crash with unknown injuries.  The investigation found that Mickey D. Rockey, 71, of Juda, was traveling westbound on STH 11 and began slowing down to turn onto Carnie Rd. when Michelle M. Winder, 26, of Monroe was traveling behind Rockey and did not see him slowing down.  Winder then collided with the rear of Rockey’s vehicle.  Rockey advised that he was wearing his seatbelt and was uninjured.   Rockey’s vehicle sustained disabling damage, with no airbag deployment, and was towed from the scene.  Winder advised she was uninjured and was wearing her seatbelt.  Winder’s vehicle sustained disabling damage, with airbag deployment, and was towed from the scene.  

    Motor Vehicle Crash – Property Damage
    At 6:44 PM, Deputies responded to the intersection of CTH J & CTH A, in the Town of York, for a two-vehicle crash without injury. The investigation found that Daniel J. Clark, 54, of New Glarus, was traveling southbound on CTH J when a vehicle driven by Peyton E. Gobeli, 18, of Madison, turned southbound on CTH J from CTH A ahead of him.  Clark reported that he was unable to slow down and struck Gobeli.   Clark and Gobeli advised they were wearing their seatbelts and were uninjured.  Clark’s and Gobeli’s vehicles sustained disabling damage, with no airbag deployment, and were towed from the scene.  Gobeli was later cited for Failure to Yield Right of Way and was released pending court.  

    Patrol Sergeant Derek Whitcomb #10
    Green County Sheriff’s Office

  • Obituary: Steven R. Guptill

    Obituary: Steven R. Guptill

    Steven R. Guptill, age 73, of Monroe, died at home with his family by his side on Thursday, January 30, 2025 following a courageous battle with COPD. Steve was born on June 29, 1951 in Monroe, the son of Vernon Jr. and Lillian (Faith) Guptill. He graduated from Brodhead High School in 1970 and was united in marriage to Nancy Kubly on October 20, 1973 at the First Baptist Church in Monroe. Steve worked at various jobs in Monroe, predominantly Marty Ripp Chevrolet and St. Clare Hospital. 

    He was a former member of First Baptist Church in Monroe. Steve was a fan of 80’s music, enjoyed following the news, was an avid Wisconsin sports fan, and enjoyed all things aviation. Most of all, he loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-granddaughter.

    He will be dearly missed by his “one and only “ of 51 years, Nancy Guptill of Monroe; his son, Josh Guptill Sr. of Benton, WI; his daughter, Nicole (Jeremy) Bisbee of Brodhead; five grandchildren, Ben (Renee) Guptill, Cyan Guptill, Alex Bisbee, Sienna Guptill, Joshua Guptill Jr.; great granddaughter, Ellie; a sister, Doreen (Roger) Bauman; one niece, and two nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, Greg Guptill. 

    A celebration of Steve’s life will be held on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at 12:00 p.m., at the NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, Monroe, with Pastor Matthew Spoonhour officiating. Visitation will be at the funeral home on Saturday, February 8, from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. A memorial fund will be established in Steve’s name. Condolences may be shared at www.newcomerfuneralhome.net