Obituaries

Oct 1, 2025

Robert "Bob" Joseph Schmidt Jr., 76, of Altoona, passed away peacefully in his home on Wednesday, October 1st, 2025.

Bob was born in Chicago, Illinois on March 5th, 1949. He graduated from Mother of Good Counsel Seminary in Warrenton, MI. He went on to receive his Bachelor's Degree in Behavioral Disabilities from Loyola University Chicago, and later his Masters in...

Sep 30, 2025

Betty Lorraine (Brensdal) Enersen, age 97, of Eau Claire, Wisconsin, passed away on September 30, 2025. She was born in 1928, in Menomonie, Wisconsin.

Betty was preceded in death by her husband, Burton Enersen; daughter, Carol Marie Enersen; son, Carl Enersen; her parents, Anton and Vernice (Owen) Brensdal; three sisters, Alma Jeatran, June Ponto, Florence "Flossy" Krueger; and many other...

Sep 29, 2025

Marcia Lucille Dilts, 82, of Chippewa Falls, passed away on September, 29, 2025 at Marshfield Medical Center in Eau Claire.

Marcia was born in Logansport, Indiana on November 24, 1942. She married Larry Dilts on November 18, 1960 and were married for 65 years.

Marcia worked as a homemaker and daycare provider for many years. She was an amazing spouse,...

Sep 29, 2025

Lois L. "Bernie" Erickson (Geissler), age 85 of Altoona, passed away on Monday, September 29, 2025 at Grace Lutheran River Pines in Altoona. Lois/Bernie was born on April 12, 1940 in Chippewa Falls, WI to the late Leonard and Irene (nee Kastel) Geissler.

Early in life Lois/Bernie moved to Milwaukee where she met her husband, Stan. They married in Milwaukee...

Sep 27, 2025

Scott Pabich, age 69 of Chippewa Falls, WI, passed away at home on Saturday, September 27, 2025.

Arrangements are pending.

Cremation Society of Wisconsin, Altoona is assisting the family.

Sep 27, 2025

James LeRoy Pristash, age 81 of Altoona, passed away peacefully with family by his side on Saturday, September 27, 2025 at River Pines in Altoona which Jim called his home. Jim was born on August 12, 1944 in Ashland, WI to the late John and Agnes Pristash.

He graduated from Ondossagon High School in Ashland in 1962. Shortly after, Jim...

Sep 25, 2025

Elaine K. Stewart, age 88 of Eau Claire, passed away on Thursday, September 25, 2025 at Dove Healthcare West in Eau Claire. Elaine was born on August 21, 1937 in Downsville, WI to the late Gilbert and Florence Smith. She was the only girl and the youngest of 4.

She graduated from Menomonie High School. Elaine married LaVerne Stewart on...

Sep 24, 2025

Daniel T. Damico was born on July 10, 1957, at a hospital on a NATO base in Bitburg, Germany, to Jimmy and June (Jerry) Damico. His father was in the Army. Danny passed away on September 24, 2025, at Mayo Hospital in Eau Claire, Wisconsin.

He suffered from cerebral palsy and was homeschooled until 1968, when he began attending the...

Sep 21, 2025

Coral M. (Graff) Sinex, age 85, Menomonie, passed away peacefully at home on September 21, 2025.

On May 17, 1940, Coral was born and together with parents Clebourne and Laura Graff became a family of three. She grew up in Menomonie, attended school there and at the Wisconsin Academy. In 1956 Coral married Boyd Nielsen and later moved to Milwaukee...

Sep 20, 2025

Leanne S. Young-Brunner, age 69 of Rice Lake, passed away on Saturday, September 20, 2025 in Eau Claire. She was born on September 1, 1956 in Oconomowoc, WI to the late William and Salome Young.

She was a waitress and a dang good one at that! Leanne loved spending time with her grandchildren, crocheting and making quilts. Leanne enjoyed baking,...

Sep 19, 2025

Roger Allen KvapilMay 22, 1948 - September 19, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Roger Allen Kvapil on Friday, September 19, 2025. Born on May 22, 1948, Roger lived a quiet life but was always there for his loved ones.

Roger entered the United States Navy after graduating from Cornell High School and proudly...

Sep 16, 2025

Laura L. Simonson, age 66 of Altoona, passed away on Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at Dove Healthcare West in Eau Claire.

Arrangements are pending.

Cremation Society of Wisconsin, Altoona is assisting the family.

Sep 16, 2025

Susan Kae Aberle, age 76 passed away at home on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, surrounded by her beloved husband and children. Su was born in Roanoke, Illinois to Rich and Helen (Feller) Zimmerman.

Susan, affectionately known as Su, lived a life of compassion, wisdom and unwavering faith. She earned her Ph.D. in Biochemistry and devoted her life to helping the...

Sep 15, 2025

Andrew John Phillips, age 57 of rural Strum, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, September 15, 2025. Andrew was born on February 23, 1968 in Eau Claire to Keith and Shirley Phillips.

He went to North High School and enlisted in the United States Army. He was honorably discharged.

In 1991, Andrew married Kathryn Munn in Georgia. While there, he was...

Sep 13, 2025

Sep 13, 2025

Jason Bauer, age 54 of Durand died Saturday, September 13, 2025, at home with his family by his side.

Jason was born March 18, in Eau Claire, WI. He was the son of Dale Bauer and Colleen Lorenz. Jason grew up in Fall Creek and graduated from Fall Creek High School in 1989. After graduation Jason entered the US NAVY...

Sep 10, 2025

David J. Arger, age 59 of Mondovi, passed away on Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire.

Arrangements are pending.

Cremation Society of Wisconsin, Altoona is assisting the family.

Sep 10, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our cherished mother, Marlene Emma Doepke on September 10, 2025.

She was born on May 22, 1941. She graduated from Ripon high school and married Hank Doepke. She provided a comfortable and welcoming home.

She is survived by her son, Mark Doepke and her daughter, Laurie Linzing and siblings, Dave Miller, Rich Miller, and...

Sep 9, 2025

Martha A. (Peterson) Fox passed away peacefully at her home in rural Northfield on September 9, 2025. She was born on November 13, 1945, in Black River Falls, the daughter of Norman and Esther (Hanson) Peterson.

In 1968, Martha married Lloyd A. Fox. Together they were blessed with a son, Shane L. Fox, and twins who passed away at birth....

Sep 9, 2025

Philip E. Semke, age 77 of Melrose, passed away on Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at his home.

He was born on Dec. 30, 1947 to Vernon and Lucille Semke. Phillip was also a foster child to Tom and Selma Bagan of Black River Falls along with his younger brother Orville Semke.

Phillip attended St. Joseph's Catholic Grade School, Black River...