John “Jack” VonRuden

January 18, 2026

Posted Monday, January 19, 2026 12:00 pm

John “Jack” VonRuden, 86 of Cashton,WI, passed away Sunday, January 18, 2026 at Rolling Hills Nursing Home in Sparta, WI.

Torkelson Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements and will share details when they are available. Online condolences may be offered at www.torkelsonfuneralhome.com.

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