Obituaries

Local Obituaries

Richard Olson

Richard Olson

Jan 9, 2024

Richard T Olson age 76, died peacefully on Tuesday January 9th, surrounded by family. Richard was born and raised in Eau Claire. Richard was the youngest of seven children, born a fraternal twin to George and Helen Olson. Richard married Carol Grill, March 4th, 1967 spanning 54 years. They were blessed with two sons, Scott and Dan. Growing up Richard...

W. Sutton

W. Sutton

Jan 8, 2024

W. Joyce Sutton, age 94 of Menomonie, passed away on Monday, January 8, 2024, at Autumn Village in Menomonie.  Joyce was born in Denver, CO, on March 9, 1929, to the late Jerome and Ruby Sleppy.  She married Murray Sutton Jr. on June 8, 1947, in Ashland, OR. Joyce loved the Lord, a good and faithful servant who was a...

Terrance Engeman

Terrance Engeman

Jan 7, 2024

Terrance Clifford Engeman, age 83, of Boyceville WI, passed away at Luther Hospital in Eau Claire on Sunday, January 7, 2024. After growing up in Redwood Falls, MN he joined the Navy for 3 years. He married Karen (Hegeman) who he shared his life with in the Boyceville area for the past 50 years. Terry worked as a machinist for...

Amy Colvert

Amy Colvert

Jan 7, 2024

Amy Jo Colvert, age 41 of Eau Claire, passed away on Sunday, January 7, 2024 at Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire with her family by her side.  Amy was born on August 6, 1982, in Eau Claire to Gary and Dawn (nee Sessions) Schlewitz. She graduated from Altoona High School in 2001 and earned her Associate’s Degree from...

Velda Solberg

Velda Solberg

Jan 6, 2024

Velda E. Solberg of Pewaukee WI, passed on January 6, 2024 surrounded by family and loved ones. She was born to Harry and Lena Veness on June 4, 1933 in Weirgor, Wisconsin.  She also had three sisters, Avis, Arlyle and Leah. Velda and Floyd Solberg celebrated their special day of marriage on June 28, 1952. They had three wonderful children...

Jack Murphy

Jack Murphy

Jan 6, 2024

Jack A. Murphy, age 93 of Exeland, WI passed away on Saturday, January 6, 2024 at the Ladysmith Care & Rehab Center in Ladysmith WI. He was born on the family farm a short distance north of Four Corners Hartland, Vermont on December 11, 1930. Jack’s parents were Julian and Emily (Kibler) Murphy.  Jack married Aldean Cherrier on June 13,...

Jerry Kilboten

Jerry Kilboten

Jan 5, 2024

Jerry B. “Killer” Kilboten, age 76 of Eau Claire, passed away on Friday, January 5, 2024 at Oakwood Health Services in Altoona with his family by his side.  He was born in Eau Claire on March 18, 1947 to the late Bruce and Florence (nee Johnson) Kilboten. Jerry enlisted in the United States Army on June 25, 1965 and was...

Adeline Hladilek

Adeline Hladilek

Jan 5, 2024

Adeline Marie Hladilek, age 97 of Holcombe, passed away on Friday, January 5, 2024 at Meadowbrook - Bloomer. Arrangments are pending. Cremation Society of Wisconsin, Altoona is assisting the family.

Aletha Nighbor

Aletha Nighbor

Jan 4, 2024

Aletha A. Nighbor, 96, of Tomah, passed away Thursday, January 4, 2024 at Our Town in Tomah. Cremation Society of Wisconsin, Altoona is assisting the family.

Terry France

Terry France

Jan 4, 2024

Terry Lee France (75), of Eau Claire, Wisconsin, passed away on January 4, 2024 peacefully in his home surrounded by friends and family. Terry was born to William and Bernice France on October 15, 1948 and raised in Prentice, Wisconsin; a town that meant a lot to him. He grew up fishing, water skiing, and spent many hours hunting in...

Bette Bjork

Bette Bjork

Jan 4, 2024

Bette L. Bjork, 83, of St Croix Falls, passed away Thursday, January 4, 2024 at Divine Rehabilitation & Nursing in St Croix Falls. Cremation Society of Wisconsin, Altoona is assisting the family.

Charles Clark

Charles Clark

Jan 3, 2024

Born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Chuck was the son of Charles Anton Clark and Joan F. Clark. Chuck's legacy lives on through his two beloved daughters, Danielle Montoya and Megan Vargas. Chuck served his country with honor and dedication as a member of the United States Marine Corps. His commitment to service reflected his strong sense of duty and love for...

Linda Chover

Linda Chover

Jan 3, 2024

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Dolores Krahn

Dolores Krahn

Jan 1, 2024

Dolores Rose Krahn (Dee), formerly of Elmhurst, Illinois died peacefully on January 1, 2024, at the age of 95 in Stevens Point, Wisconsin. Born November 21, 1928, to the late James J. Kimmey and Margaret Christine (Vogt) Kimmey.

Dee grew up with her brother Robert in Chicago, Illinois and attended St. Peters Evangelical Lutheran grammar school and ...

Andrew Muenich

Andrew Muenich

Jan 1, 2024

Andrew Louis Muenich died peacefully at his home with family on January 1st.  Born on September 27th,1937, he was 86 years old. Andy was raised by Lawrence and Florence Muenich in Menomonie, Wisconsin, along with his four younger siblings. Andy left for San Diego in 1958 to become a Marine.  Once a Marine, always a Marine, Andy stayed connected with...

Tammy Gordon

Tammy Gordon

Dec 31, 2023

Tammy L. (Grossen) Gordon, 47 years old, of Eau Claire, WI, passed away unexpectedly at Hennepin County Medical Center on Sunday, December 31, 2023.  Tammy was born in Monroe, WI on April 20, 1976, the daughter of Joan (Lawver) Pickett and Kenny Grossen.  Tammy graduated from Monroe High School in 1994.  After high school, Tammy earned a bachelor’s degree in...

David Ganther

David Ganther

Dec 30, 2023

David A. Ganther age 70 of Eau Claire, chose to embark on a serene journey on Saturday, December 30, 2023, departing from the chaos of this world rather than endure another tumultuous year of politics. While his departure surprised those close to him, his family suspects it was hastened by an unfortunate .00 increase in his grocery bill last month—an...

Jeanie Spurlock

Jeanie Spurlock

Dec 29, 2023

Jeanie Rose Spurlock, 66, of Fall Creek Wisconsin, passed away on December 29 from cancer.

Jeanie was predeceased by her parents, Roy and Arnetta, and her brother, Jimmie.  She is survived by her sister Judie, her five children: Rosea Lee, Wil, Susan, Eileen, and Jacob, and her four grandchildren: Anthony, Ariana, Aria, and John.

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Elvina Gagner

Elvina Gagner

Dec 29, 2023

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William Cook

William Cook

Dec 29, 2023

William Wayne "Bill" Cook, age 85, peacefully passed away on December 29, 2023, at home in Eau Claire, WI. He was surrounded by his loving family. Bill was born on November 13, 1938, in Cecilia, Kentucky to Alvin Sr. and Velma (Horn) Cook. In October of '56 Bill joined the United States Air Force serving in the Fire Crash Rescue...