Martha A. Mitsch

Martha A. Mitsch, age 70, of Bagley, died on Thursday, September 25, 2008, at Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital, Prairie du Chien. She was born on March 3, 1938, in Beloit, the daughter of Gene and Laura (Wright) Salisburg. Martha was employed at the Bagley Hotel, Bagley. In 1979, she was united in marriage to James E. Mitsch in Bagley. Martha enjoyed cooking and taking care of her family. She liked to play the slot machines in her spare time.

In addition to her parents, Martha was preceded in death by a daughter, Cyndy Bohringer, a grandson, Josiah Bohringer and a sister, Shirley Schmuck.

Survivors include her husband, James Mitsch, Bagley; her children: John Dale (Debbie) Harris, Jr., Des Plaines; Theresa (John) Eisenminger, Darien; Matthew (Michelle) Harris, Garnavello, IA; six grandchildren; brother and sisters: Richard (Sheila) Salisburg, Ohio; Nancy (Gary) Smith, Spencer; Janet (Don) Hubka, Clinton.

Funeral services were held on Monday, September 29, 2008, at 1:30 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home in  Bloomington with Pastor Mary Ann Floerke officiating. Burial will be at a later date. Friends called on Monday, September 29, 2008, at Martin Funeral Home in Bloomington from 12:00 p.m. until time of services.