Obituaries

Local Obituaries

Caroline Heaps

Caroline Heaps

Apr 2, 2026

Caroline A. Heaps (Lemke), age 72 of Eau Claire, WI, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2026, at Oakwood Villa in Altoona, where she was residing since May of 2024.

She was born on September 23, 1953 in Illinois, the daughter of Tom and Ann (Guzdro) Healy.

On October 10, 1992 she was united in marriage with James A. Heaps...

Carly Rose Belding

Carly Rose Belding

Apr 2, 2026

Carly Belding, 28, passed away far too soon in early April.

Carly spent much of her life between Kenosha, Altoona, Eau Claire, and Rice Lake, building connections and leaving lasting impressions wherever she went. Her free spirit and bold personality shined through her love of music and her ever-changing playlists, ranging from country favorites like Kenny Chesney to hip hop...

Catherine Diane Steffens

Catherine Diane Steffens

Apr 2, 2026

Catherine "Diane" Steffens, age 90, of Eau Claire, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2026, surrounded by family at Dove Healthcare - Orchard Hills Assisted Living.

Diane was born on March 18, 1936, in Peru, Indiana, to Herman and Mary Trapp. She attended St.Mary's College at Notre Dame and the University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana, where she studied chemistry....

Carol Elizabeth Weigel

Carol Elizabeth Weigel

Apr 2, 2026

Carol E. (Lappin) Weigel, age 94, of Birchwood (Long Lake) WI, passed away peacefully April 2, 2026 in her home with family by her side. She was born October 11th, 1931, in LaCrosse, WI to Arthur and Jenny (Daniels) Lappin. On March 28th, 1953, she married her high school sweetheart, Thomas E. Weigel, and together they raised four children.

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Aune Armeta Leppala

Aune Armeta Leppala

Mar 31, 2026

Aune Armeta Leppala, age 86, went to be with the Lord on March 31, 2026, after a long battle with dementia.

Aune was born in July of 1939 in Virginia, MN. Went to school from kindergarten through her senior year in Buhl, MN. She graduated from Virginia Junior College in 1958. She held several jobs early in her career but...

Donald Wayne Huset

Donald Wayne Huset

Mar 30, 2026

Donald W Huset 77 of Dallas Wi. passed away peacefully on Monday March 30, 2026 at Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire.Donnie was born June 16, 1948 to Oscar and Clara (Thompson) Huset of Dallas WI and graduated from the Barron High School class of 1966. In October 1966, he completed basic training at the U. S. Air Force...

Monique Mai Anger

Monique Mai Anger

Mar 30, 2026

Monique M. Anger, age 30 of Eau Claire, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, March 30, 2026.Arrangements are pending.Cremation Society of Wisconsin, Altoona is assisting the family.

Joseph James Bubernak-Barka

Joseph James Bubernak-Barka

Mar 28, 2026

Joseph James Bubernak-Barka, treasured child of Nikita & Daniel Bubernak, was born silently into the arms of Jesus on March 28th 2026 at Mayo Hospital of Eau Claire WI. Though he never took a breath on earth, he was surrounded by immense love and his presence will be missed forever.

Joseph is survived by both Parents Nikita & Daniel, siblings...

Dennis Dean Foster

Dennis Dean Foster

Mar 28, 2026

Dennis Foster, age 88, passed away at his home in Fall Creek, WI, on March 28, 2026. Dennis was born August 19, 1937, to Marcellus and Carol Foster in Park Falls, WI. He graduated from Colby High School in 1955.

During his high school years, he played basketball and baseball. After graduating from high school, he enlisted in the Navy...

Patricia Gail Palmquist

Patricia Gail Palmquist

Mar 26, 2026

With heavy hearts, we announce the sudden passing of our beloved mother, Patricia "Pat" Gail Palmquist, 89, who passed away suddenly and peacefully on March 26, 2026, with her two daughters, Barb and Tammi, lovingly by her side at Eau Claire Mayo Hospital.

She was born in Eau Claire, WI to Floyd and Ruby Morehouse. She went to high school...

Rosemarie Theresia Roter

Rosemarie Theresia Roter

Mar 25, 2026

Rosemarie Roter, of Fall Creek, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 26th, at Marshfield Medical Center in Eau Claire, surrounded by family and friends. She faced a courageous two‑year battle with unwavering strength, meeting every challenge with grace, determination, and a resilient spirit.

Born in Germany, Rosemarie came to the United States in 1958. That same year, she married...

Maynard Gerald Hopkins

Maynard Gerald Hopkins

Mar 25, 2026

Maynard G. Hopkins, age 80, of Star Prairie, WI, passed away surrounded by his family on Wednesday, March 25, 2026.Arrangements are pending.Cremation Society of Wisconsin, Altoona is assisting the family.

Shirley Ann Tibbett

Shirley Ann Tibbett

Mar 24, 2026

Shirley Ann Tibbett of Neillsville, WI, passed away on March 24, 2026, at the age of 91. She was born on February 17, 1935, to Earl and Anna (Kuester) Zabler in West Allis, Wisconsin. She attended grade school in both West Allis and Neillsville and graduated from Nathan Hale High School in West Allis in 1953.Shirley married Bruce "Tom" Tibbett...

Rhonda Renee Schraut

Rhonda Renee Schraut

Mar 24, 2026

Rhonda R. Shraut, age 65 of Eau Claire, passed away on Tuesday, March 24, 2026.Arrangements are pending.Cremation Society of Wisconsin, Altoona is assisting the family.

Larry Allen Dilts

Larry Allen Dilts

Mar 21, 2026

Larry Allen Dilts, age 85, of Chippewa Falls, passed away on Saturday, March 21, 2026 at Marshfield Medical Center in Marshfield.

Larry was born in Royal Center, Indiana on May 27, 1940. He married Marcia Garr on November 18, 1960 and was married 65 years.

Larry worked construction for 37 years. He worked 25 of those years for Market &...

Florence Anna Berseth

Florence Anna Berseth

Mar 21, 2026

Florence Anna Berseth nee (Sciezor) was born to Mary and Michael Sciezor on October 24, 1929 in Chicago, Illinois. She passed away from this earth into her forever home on March 21, 2026. She was living at River Pines in Altoona at the time of her passing.

She is survived by her children Debra (Bruce) Freeland of Altoona and Michael...

Judy Elizabeth Schirmacher

Judy Elizabeth Schirmacher

Mar 21, 2026

Judy Elizabeth Schirmacher, 85, of Eau Claire, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on March 21, 2026, at Oakwood Health Services in Altoona.

Judy was born in Emerald, Wisconsin, on January 29, 1941, to Paul and Violet Fleming. She graduated from Glenwood City High School as valedictorian.

Judy met Richard Schirmacher in 1960 on a blind date (6 days after he was...

David Clayton May

David Clayton May

Mar 20, 2026

David C May, 63, passed away on Friday, March 20, 2026 after a difficult battle with cancer. David was the son of Clayton May Jr. and Dolores (Riedel) May.

David was born on January 27, 1963 in Chippewa Falls. He lived most of his life in the village of Hallie. David is survived by his sister Cindy (Bud) Mecusker, Menomonie;...

Joan Carol Westlund

Joan Carol Westlund

Mar 18, 2026

In Loving Memory of Joan Westlund

Joan Carol Westlund, from Eau Claire, Wisconsin, passed away on Wednesday, March 18, at the age of 78, after a courageous five-year battle with cancer. She never gave up, trying every possible treatment. She fought hard and kept her sense of humor throughout.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Severin "Socky" and...

Terry Lee Smith

Terry Lee Smith

Mar 18, 2026

Terry Lee Smith, 82, of Eau Claire, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully at his home on March 18, 2026. He was under hospice care.

Terry was born in Medford, Oregon on November 24, 1943 to Glenn and Gwendolyn Smith. He graduated from DeSoto High School in 1961 and then enlisted in the U.S. Navy where he proudly served until 1964. He...