Obituaries

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...

Sep 9, 2025

Kevin Comerford 69, of Altoona unexpectedly passed away September 9th, 2025 peacefully resting in his easy chair. Kevin was born in Decatur, IL April 15th 1956 to Daniel and Helen Comerford.

Kevin was a gifted carpenter and physical therapist. He enjoyed the stock market, writing, traveling adventures, scuba diving, martial arts, and studying Spanish. He took great pride remodeling and...

Sep 7, 2025

Marie Evaline Freeland, 99, of Altoona, passed away peacefully on September 7, 2025, at River Pines in Altoona.Born on May 6, 1926, in Corvallis, Oregon, to Raymond and Gladys Hosford, Marie lived a full and vibrant life. After graduating from high school, she met the love of her life, Everette Freeland. They were married on October 4, 1946, and shared...

Sep 4, 2025

Carolyn May "Todd" (Johnson) Cizek, of Chetek, Wisconsin passed away Thursday, Sept. 4, 2025, at Monroe Manor, Barron, Wisconsin.

Carolyn was one of eight children born to Arthur and Theresa (Hanson) Johnson on April 13, 1938, in Barron County, Wisconsin. She married Leonard A. Cizek on Syttende Mai, May 17, 1958. They shared 56 years of marriage before his death...

Sep 2, 2025

David Mark Bredael passed away unexpectedly September 2, 2025, in Eau Claire, Wisconsin at 55 years of age.

David was born November 23, 1969, in Green Bay, Wisconsin to Mark and Lana Bredael. While growing up in Cooperstown, he shared many adventures with his siblings, Susan, Linda, and John.

David's life was rich with an abundance of passions. He embraced...

Sep 2, 2025

Edward (Ed) J. Smick, age 71, of Independence passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 2, 2025.

Edward was born on December 19, 1953 to Walter and Eleanore (Maule) Smick. Ed graduated from Independence High School and went to work for the Green Bay & Western Railroad. After retiring, Ed enjoyed working in his strawberry patch and garden, all his friends...

Sep 1, 2025

Rosemary Ann Richardson (Rosie), age 84 of Eau Claire, WI passed away from Heart attack on September 1, 2025.

Rosie was born on October 11, 1940 in Eau Claire but moved to Milwaukee where her children were born in the 1960's. She had many positive experiences in her lifetime and had many hobbies she enjoyed. She married at age 16...

Sep 1, 2025

Sarah Mae Kiker was born July 19, 1976, in Redwood Falls, Minnesota to parents Elizabeth Register and Charles LeRoy II.

Growing up, Sarah spent the better part of her youth playing with friends outdoors, laughing, smiling, and catching frogs near DeKalb, Illinois before returning briefly to Minnesota. She ultimately settled in Eau Claire, Wisconsin.

At home, it was...

Aug 31, 2025

Ramsey John Stevens, age 25 of LaCrosse, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, August 31, 2025.

Arrangements are pending.

Cremation Society of Wisconsin, Altoona is assisting the family.

Aug 29, 2025

Thomas A. Yetter, age 74 of Eau Claire, passed away on Friday, August 29, 2025 at Mayo Clinic Health System in Rochester, MN.

Arrangements are pending.

Cremation Society of Wisconsin, Altoona is assisting the family.

Aug 29, 2025

Jinnean Connell of Fall Creek, WI passed away peacefully on August 29, 2025 surrounded by her family.

Jinnean was born at Bloomer Hospital on June 2, 1972 to parents James and Wilhelmina Erb. Jinnean grew up on the family farm in Buffalo County and attended grade school at Naples Elementary School. There she met her two lifelong girlfriends.

After graduating...