Obituaries
Delbert W. Zimpel
Jan 2, 2026
Delbert W. Zimpel, age 93, died Friday, January 2, 2026, at Marshfield Medical Center in Marshfield, WI.
Delbert was born on August 15, 1932, in Medford, WI to Arthur and Carrie (Nelson) Zimpel. He proudly served our country in the United States Air Force. He was united in marriage to the love of his life, Myrna Laabs, on June 22, 1963....
Debra Karker
Dec 9, 2025
Debra Karker, 73, of Chippewa Falls died unexpectedly on Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at home.
She was born July 1, 1952, in Marshfield to Vernice and Janet (Lange) Karker.
Debra was a dedicated teacher and taught for many years at Stillson and Halmstad Elementary Schools in Chippewa Falls.
Debra is survived by her mother, Janet; brother, James (Mary) Karker of Eau Claire; nieces...
David M. Pizzella
May 9, 2026
David M. Pizzella, 59, of River Falls, passed away unexpectedly in his sleep on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at The Falls Comforts of Home in River Falls.
He was born February 4, 1967, in Roseville, MN and was a long-time resident of the Eau Claire and Chippewa Falls area. His hobbies included hockey and baseball, electronic games, and listening to vinyl...
Arlene D. Wright
May 7, 2026
Arlene D. Wright, 83, of Chippewa Falls, passed away peacefully Thursday, May 7, 2026.
She was born in Stanley, WI on October 24, 1942, to Arleigh & Florence (Ladwig) Western. Arlene graduated from Chippewa Falls High School with the class of 1960, where she was an active member of debate club, concert band, and varsity cheerleading. She earned a Bachelor of...
Judith K. Sterling
May 5, 2026
Judith K. Sterling, age 85, of Chippewa Falls, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at Marshfield Medical Center in Marshfield, Wisconsin.
Born on August 10, 1940, in Eau Claire, Judith was the beloved daughter of Glenn and Margaret (McCrackin) Hibbard. She graduated with the class of 1958 from McDonell High School and later, on July 9, 1960, she married...
Robert D. Hoover
May 3, 2026
Robert D. Hoover, 92, of the town of Eagle Point, died Sunday, May 3, 2026, at Mayo Clinic Health System – Eau Claire.
He was born, March 6, 1934, in the town of Anson to Vilas and Arlene (Schwetz) Hoover. He graduated from Chippewa Falls High School in 1952.
On October 10, 1953, he married Joanne Visser at First Presbyterian Church in...
Thomas L. Schimmel
Apr 29, 2026
Thomas “Tom” Schimmel, 70, passed away peacefully at home on April 29, 2026.
Tom was born on December 8, 1955, to Lester and Mary Ann (Ruf) Schimmel. He graduated from McDonell High School in 1974 and went on to serve in the National Guard, where he was honorably discharged in 1980. Tom worked at ConAgra for many years before retiring in...
Kenneth E. Ginzl
Apr 28, 2026
Ken went home to be with Jesus on April 28, 2026, after 86 years of life. He was blessed with 57 wonderful years of marriage to his beloved wife, Janice, and cherished time with his daughters, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and many other dear family members and friends.
Ken is survived by his three daughters, Sue Nelson, Trish Pias, and Laurie Ginzl; his...
Earl M. McIlquham
Apr 22, 2026
Earl M. McIlquham, 96, of Anson, Chippewa County, WI, died peacefully at home on Tuesday, April 22, 2026.
Earl was born on April 30, 1929, in Chippewa Falls, WI to William and Elsie (Cutsforth) McIlquham. He graduated from Chippewa Falls High School in 1947. Earl married the love of his life, Lois (Siddons) on October 11, 1950, at Trinity United Methodist...
Jean F. Bastian
Apr 19, 2026
Jean Frances Bastian, age 91, of Chippewa Falls died Sunday, April 19, 2026, at Meadowbrook in Bloomer while under the care of St. Croix Hospice.
She was born November 29, 1934, in Chippewa Falls to Ralph E. and Jessie (Meigs) Selden.
Jean graduated from Chippewa Falls High School, class of 1952. Following high school she attended UW-Eau Claire for one year, interrupted...
Keith M. Connell
Apr 19, 2026
Keith M. Connell, 82, of Chippewa Falls, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at Mayo Hospital in Bloomer, Wisconsin.
Keith was born on May 10, 1943, in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, to Laverne and Joyce (Neubauer) Connell. A proud graduate of Altoona High School’s Class of 1961, he went on to serve his country with honor in the United States...
Betty M. Lau
Apr 15, 2026
Betty M. Lau, 77, of Jim Falls, died peacefully on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at Meadowbrook in Chetek, WI.
Arrangements are pending.
Jeffrey D. Engel
Apr 14, 2026
Jeffrey D. Engel, 65, of Jim Falls, died Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at Oakwood Health Services in Altoona after a battle with cancer.
He was born June 24, 1960, to Eugene and Beverly (Hagestad) Engel. He graduated from Chippewa Falls High School in 1978. He had many memories of his young life driving milk truck and helping with the family business,...
Darrell E. King
Apr 13, 2026
Darrell E. King, 76, of Spencer, WI, passed away Saturday, April 13, 2026, at his home.
Darrell was born October 22, 1949, in Chippewa Falls, WI, to Edward and Ruth (Zimmerman) King. He honorably served in the United States Army for two years before beginning a long and dedicated career as a Registered Nurse. His work took him throughout Wisconsin as...
Allen P. Mans
Apr 13, 2026
Allen Mans, born May 3, 1946, passed away on April 13, 2026. He was a devoted husband to his wife, Linda, and a loving father to his sons, Paul and David.
Allen was a proud United States Air Force veteran, and the values of duty, discipline, and service he carried from his time in the Air Force shaped the way he...
Jane E. Cyr
Apr 11, 2026
Jane Elizabeth Cyr, 75, of the Town of Wheaton passed away peacefully with her family by her side on April 11th, 2026 at Colfax Senior Living under the care of St. Croix Hospice. We appreciate the kindness and comfort they provided in her final days.
Jane was born on April 9th, 1951 to the late Bert and Bev (Myers) Johnson. She...
Jerrie Yehling
Apr 11, 2026
Jerrie Yehling, 74, of Chippewa Falls, died Saturday, April 11, 2026, at Our House Assisted Living in Chippewa Falls.
She was born October 9, 1951, in Chicago, IL to Clarence and Eleanor (Jolliffe) Yehling. She grew up in Monee, IL where she also attended school.
In 1972, Jerrie married James Smith and together had three children but later divorced.
Jerrie was a talented...
Emrow Yoost
Apr 6, 2026
Emrow Yoost, 87, of Chippewa Falls, passed away on April 6, 2026, at his home surrounded by his loved ones after a lingering illness. He was born on June 8, 1938, in Big Falls, WI to Roman and Viola (Nieland) Yoost. He grew up in the Anson area and attended Stillson School -when he wasn’t playing hooky.
Em worked most of...
Jay L. Krumenauer
Mar 30, 2026
Jay L. Krumenauer, aged 69, of Chippewa Falls, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 30, 2026, at the Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire.
On July 4th, 1956, Jay was born to Casper and Betty (Perkovich) Krumenauer, in Chippewa Falls. He attended school at Stillson Elementary, Chippewa Falls Junior and Senior High School. Jay married Chris Kern on Jan 3,...
Iris E. Johnson
Mar 24, 2026
On Tuesday March 24, 2026, Iris Eileen Johnson of Lake Hallie, left this life. She had recently been diagnosed with cancer and was hospitalized a short time after, where she succumbed to the disease, surrounded by her family - her husband Larry, holding her hand, just as he had done for decades. The daughter of Earl and Esther (Walter) Salzwedel,...
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