La Crosse County WI Genealogy

Biographical Sketch of Eric Wold

Eric Wold has served as city engineer of Burlingame for four years and currently applies his expertise to San Bruno. With a background in engineering that includes government service and railroad projects, he is enhancing San Bruno’s infrastructure with plans for bridges, sidewalks, and a water system. Born in Norway in 1878, Wold moved to the U.S. as a child, later graduating from the University of Minnesota in 1902. He has been a resident of California for the last decade and is actively involved in local organizations.

Wisconsin Gold Star List – La Crosse County

A comprehensive roster of casualties from La Crosse County, Wisconsin, detailing the hometown, age, unit, location of death, and cause of death for soldiers, sailors, marines, and nurses who sacrificed their lives during World War I.

Biographical Sketch of George F. Gund

George F. Gund, born on April 5, 1855, in La Crosse, Wisconsin, was a notable brewer and businessman. He received education in La Crosse and at Northwestern University. Gund began his career at the Batavian Bank in La Crosse before becoming secretary and treasurer of the John Gund Brewing Company. After moving to Seattle, he led the Seattle Brewing & Malting Co. and later acquired the Jacob Hall Brewing Co. in Cleveland, renaming it the Gund Brewing Co. He held various leadership roles in local and national brewing associations.

Phillippe, Mildred Swenson – Obituary

Mrs. Mildred Phillippe, aged 67, passed away on December 27, 1969, in LaCrosse, WI, after a four-month illness. Born on February 9, 1902, in Ottumwa, she lived there until moving to LaCrosse in 1954. Mildred married Roi Phillippe in 1923 and is survived by him, their son Gene, daughter Carol, five grandchildren, and a brother. Her father, A. X. Swenson, also survives. She will be buried at Ottumwa Cemetery, with memorials directed to Trinity Episcopal Church or the American Cancer Society.

Barns, Absalom – Obituary

Absalom “Pet” Barns, a Kittitas Valley pioneer and rancher, passed away at his farm after a prolonged illness due to acute Bright’s Disease. Born in Woodstock, Ontario, he moved to Wisconsin before relocating to Kittitas County in 1878. Barns married Melinda Geddis in 1880, and together they had seven children, all of whom survive him. His legacy includes a long-standing presence in the community and contributions to ranching. Funeral services are scheduled for tomorrow at Bridghams undertaking parlors.