Friske, Wayne W. Age 68 of Elroy
Wayne W. Friske, age 68 years, of Elroy, Wisconsin, passed away on Monday, June 28, 2021 at the Veteran’s Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin.
He was born on April 23, 1953 to Walter and Ruby (Gray) Friske in Kendall. He graduated from the Royall High School in 1971. Wayne served in the U.S. Army from 1972 to 1975.
He attended school at WWTC in La Crosse receiving a degree in Electronic Servicing in 1977 and in 1978 a degree in Welding.
Wayne was united in marriage to Peggy Revels on June 11, 1977 in Elroy and they had two children, Steven and Crystal.
They lived in Elroy for many years and Wayne worked for Walker’s Stainless Company for 23 years, retiring in 2001.
Survivors include his wife, Peggy; son, Steven; four grandchildren, Jasmine, Raven, Joslyn and Reece; a great granddaughter, Ella; and two sisters, Shirley (Gary) Schweiger and Sharon Schroeder (Mike).
He was preceded in death by his Parents; daughter, Crystal and brother, Carl.
Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Kendall, with Rev. Larry Neitzel officiating. Burial with military rites will be in the St. Matthew’s Lutheran Cemetery at South Ridge, rural Kendall. Friends may call at the Picha Funeral Home in Elroy on Monday, July 5, 2021 from 4 to 6 p.m. and at the Church on Tuesday from 10 to 11 a.m. For online information go to www.pichafuneralhomes.com
Source: WRJC.com
-
Wisconsin AM News Summary
by Sean Maloney on January 27, 2026 at 12:05 PM
>>Tiffany calls for full investigation of Pretti shooting, says he hasn’t seen video of incident (MADISON) Wisconsin Congressman and Republican candidate for governor Tom Tiffany is calling for a full investigation into the fatal […]
-
WRN Daily: Milwaukee tenants urged to report unresponsive landlords
by Bob Hague on January 27, 2026 at 12:05 PM
Milwaukee Common Council members are trying to do more in response to problem landlords. Council member Sharlen Moore said they’re hampered by state law. “We’re doing the best that we can with the tools that we have,” Moore […]
-
Wisconsin AM Sports
by Bill Ostrowski on January 27, 2026 at 12:00 PM
The Packers will be looking for a couple of new assistants on defense after Ryan Downard and Sean Duggan left to join Jeff Hafley in Miami. – The Bucks are in Philadelphia tonight, without injured forward Giannis […]
-
Tomah Structure Fire at 621 East Clifton Street – No Injuries Reported
by WRJC WebMaster on January 26, 2026 at 8:52 PM
Tomah, WI — 01/25/2026— At approximately 2:19 PM today, the Tomah Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire at 621 East Clifton Street. Upon arrival, crews found the structure heavily involved. The occupants who reside at […]
-
Juneau County Arrest Report 1-26-26
by WRJC WebMaster on January 26, 2026 at 8:49 PM
-
Wisconsin PM News Summary
by Ted Ehlen on January 26, 2026 at 7:00 PM
UW-Madison Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin leaving to become Columbia University president (MADISON) UW-Madison’s chancellor is leaving at of the academic year. Jennifer Mnookin will become the next president of Columbia University in New York […]
-
Wisconsin AM Sports
by Bill Ostrowski on January 26, 2026 at 5:39 PM
Super Bowl 60 is set with the Patriots and Seahawks advancing from the AFC and NFC Championship games – The Packers have their new defensive coordinator – Mike McCarthy has agreed to be the next head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers […]
-
Hillsboro Residents Involved in Weekend Crash
by WRJC WebMaster on January 26, 2026 at 5:28 PM
Vernon County Sheriff Roy Torgerson reports on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at approximately 7:15 PM, the Sheriff’s Office 911 Dispatch Center was notified of a single-vehicle crash on State Highway 131, near West River Road, rural Viola, WI, […]
-
Heitman, Don (Donnie) Age 64
by WRJC WebMaster on January 26, 2026 at 5:20 PM
With heavy hearts, we share the passing of a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, Don (Donnie) Heitman, whose life was rooted in family, hard work, and a deep love of the land. Don passed away on December 10, 2025. A celebration of life […]
WISCONSINREPORT.COM (WiscReport.com) is not affiliated with Wisconsin Government or any state agency, department, entity, or other website or printed publication with Wisconsin in it’s name. Established in 2002, we operate completely independent from political parties and other forms of outside influence. Our Mission is to report the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth. We are WiscReport on Twitter and Facebook. A Morbizco Internet Media online publication. – WisconsinReport.com.
Learn More about WisconsinReport.com.
