Local Obituaries
Timothy Michael Reali
May 26, 2026
Tim Reali, age 70, passed away peacefully at his home on May 26, 2026.
Tim was born on August 5, 1955, in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, to Tony and Jeanne Reali. He grew up in Altoona and graduated from Altoona High School in 1973 before continuing his education at Wisconsin Indianhead Vocational Technical Institute.
At just 16 years old, Tim began...
Steven J Simmons
May 26, 2026
Steven Jerome Simmons (Steve), age 75, of Elk Mound, WI (recently resided at Lake Hallie Memory Care), passed away on May 26,2026.
Steve was born in Santa Monica, California on December 11, 1950. He graduated from McDonell Central high school. He married and began working at Uniroyal in Eau Claire. He was drafted and served as a medic in Germany....
Marilyn Ann Birtzer
May 26, 2026
Marilyn A. Birtzer, 94, died Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at Chippewa Manor under hospice care.
She was born in Mankato, Minnesota and married Melvin Birtzer in 1951. Together they had nine children. She worked as a nursing assistant at the Eau Claire Manor and Syverson Nursing Homes. She was a hard worker who prided herself in good resident care and...
Rose Patricia Javanovich
May 24, 2026
Rose P. Javanovich, age 62 of Chippewa Falls, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, May 24, 2026.Arrangements are pending.Cremation Society of Wisconsin, Altoona is assisting the family.
Alfred Andrew Zuercher III
May 24, 2026
Alfred (Andy) Andrew Zuercher III passed away peacefully, surrounded by family and friends on Sunday, May 24th, 2026 at the cabin in Springbook, WI.
Andy is survived by his wife Stephanie Zuercher; stepson Jace Paro; father, Alfred Zuercher II (Karen); stepmother Linda Christianson; sister Julie Zuercher (Tim); stepbrother Zach Markusson (Kayla); grandmother Gloria Zuercher; mother-in-law Christine Carlson (Dave); father-in-law Kevin...
Elaine Jeanne Bowe
May 24, 2026
Elaine Jeanne Bowe (nee Mickelson) passed away on May 24, 2026 following a brief illness. She was born on February 10,1950, to Clarence "Gib" Mickelson and Lucie (Agez) Mickelson and was the third of five children. She grew up in Cadott, Wisconsin.Elaine married Steven G. Bowe on November 14, 1970, and they spent most of their 55 years together in...
Mark Christopher Drier
May 23, 2026
Mark Christopher Drier, age 52, passed away on Saturday, May 23, 2026 in Eau Claire.Arrangements are pending.Cremation Society of Wisconsin, Altoona is assisting the family.
Harold Emery Jackson
May 23, 2026
Harold E. Jackson, 79, passed away on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at Colfax Senior Living Center.
Harold is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Judith; his two sons, Harold Jr. (Joyce) of Colfax and Brian of Fall Creek; and his two brothers, Jim (Pam) and Merlin (Lynda), both of Colfax.
He is also survived by his grandchildren, Tyler,...
Frederick Andrews Rheingans
May 22, 2026
Frederick Andrew Rheingans, age 83, passed away on Friday, May 22, 2026 in Chetek.Arrangements are pending.Cremation Society of Wisconsin, Altoona is assisting the family.
Ruth Ann Sather
May 22, 2026
Ruth Ann Sather, age 86 of Rice Lake, passed away with her family by her side on Friday, May 22, 2026 at Vista Prairie at Brentwood in Rice Lake.Arrangements are pending.Cremation Society of Wisconsin, Altoona is assisting the family.
Belinda Kaye Zehner
May 20, 2026
It is with profound sadness and broken hearts that we announce the passing of Belinda Zehner. Belinda passed away during the evening hours on Wednesday, May 20th, 2026 at Dove Healthcare South- Eau Claire.
Belinda was born on August 28th, 1960, to Robert and Vivonna Weggen of Eau Claire, Wisconsin. Belinda grew up on the south side of Eau Claire...
Jonathan Paul King Jr.
May 18, 2026
Jonathan P. King, age 34, of Eau Claire, passed away on Monday, May 18, 2026 in Eau Claire.Arrangements are pending.Cremation Society of Wisconsin, Altoona is assisting the family.
Jo Ann Dougherty
May 18, 2026
Jo Ann Dougherty died on May 18th, 2026 at Meadowbrook in Black River Falls at 98 years of age. She was born on July 13, 1927, to J. Bruce and Kathleen (Buckley) Van Gorden, who were living in Alma Center, Wisconsin, at that time. She was born in nearby Whitehall, since there was no hospital in Black River Falls until...
Ashley Gilbertson
May 16, 2026
Ashley Brooke Gilbertson, 33, of Chippewa Falls, passed away unexpectedly on May 16, 2026.
Ashley had a love for the outdoors. Throughout her years she enjoyed hunting, fishing, hiking, & camping. She appreciated life's quiet moments & especially cherished time spent with her beloved dog, Leo, who always brought her joy & comfort. Ashley loved reading books, listening to music,...
Bradley John LaPoint
May 15, 2026
Bradley John LaPoint, age 67, died May 15, 2026 at Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire. Brad was the man you wanted in your corner when life was tough, but also when it was joyful.
He was a friend and mentor, a husband and father. His circle was wide because his heart and arms were open to so many...
Katherine Vallely McIntyre
May 15, 2026
Katherine Vallely McIntyre
Katherine McIntyre passed away peacefully on Friday May 15, 2026 at The Classics at Hillcrest Green in Altoona, WI. She was 87 years old.
Born April 20, 1939 in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. Kate was the daughter of William D. and Laurene McIntyre, both prominent citizens of Eau Claire. She was the elder sibling to William...
Margaret Ann Schneider
May 14, 2026
Margaret A. Schneider (née Biddle) passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 14, 2026, surrounded by the comfort of her loved ones, with her partner, Mike McInnis and her beloved side kick Sno, her poodle.
Margaret was born on December 22, 1928, in Thorp, Wisconsin, to William and Agnes Biddle. She often shared cherished memories of her childhood-days spent hunting, trapping,...
Joseph Raymond Mohr
May 13, 2026
Joseph Raymond Mohr, 74, of Chippewa Falls, passed away at home on May 13, 2026. He was born on July 8, 1951, in Eau Claire, to the late Raymond T. Mohr and Joan E. (Schanen) Mohr.
He graduated from Regis High School in 1969 and went on to earn his bachelor's degree from University of Wisconsin-Stout in 1975 and worked...
Billy Leroy Holm
May 12, 2026
Billy L. Holm, 96, went to his heavenly home May 12, 2026 with family at his side. He was born 7-14-29 to Lelia and Ingman Holm. He and his five siblings were raised on a farm near Albertville, WI. He often talked of the trials his family had to endure during the "dirty thirties". He attended Chippewa and Colfax high...
Frederick LeRoy Button
May 11, 2026
Frederick (Butch) Button, Eau Claire, Wl, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 11, 2026 with his family by his side.
He was born on January 11, 1940 to Frederick and Florence (Brown) Button. He was united in marriage to Karen Hotchkiss on July 23, 1960, at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Eau Claire, Wl and celebrated 55 years of marriage...
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