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Brian Lawrence 1962-2025
Brian Lawrence 1962-2025
Brian Lawrence 1962-2025
Crawford County Independent & Kickapoo Scout
Published: Mar 26, 2025, 2:08 PM

Brian L. Lawrence, 62, of Richland Center died suddenly Friday, March 14, 2025 at the Richland Hospital.  He was born on July 4, 1962, the son of LaVern and Thea (Fosdale) Lawrence.  He married Hiedi A. Hadley on August 12, 2005.  Brian was an avid hunter, trapper, fisherman, and ice fisherman, he especially loved doing those things with his life-long friend Rick Parduhn, grandchildren and family.

A celebration of his life will be held at a later date.  www.clarymemorialfuneralhome.com
Lyle Vesperman 1942-2025
Lyle Vesperman 1942-2025
Lyle Vesperman 1942-2025
Crawford County Independent & Kickapoo Scout
Published: Mar 26, 2025, 1:54 PM

Lyle C. Vesperman, 82 of Boscobel, passed away at his home on Sunday, March 16. He was born on December 18, 1942, son of the late John and Velma (Hays) Vesperman.  After graduating from Fennimore High School in 1960, Lyle worked a variety of jobs including hauling milk, concrete and silo work, selling insurance and working at Caterpillar in Aurora, IL before becoming an operator with Croft Brothers.

A memorial service for Lyle will be held at 1 pm on Saturday, March 29, 2025 at the Kendall Funeral Service, 209 Mary Street, Boscobel. A time of visitation will be held at the funeral home from 10 am until the time of the service. Lyle will be laid to rest at the Prairie Cemetery in Fennimore. Online condolences can be offered at www.kendallfuneralservice.com.