Obituaries
Gary R. Burgess
Jan 30, 2026
Gary R. Burgess, 86, of Chippewa Falls, died peacefully at Lake Hallie Memory Care on Friday, January 30, 2026.
On September 24, 1939, Gary was born to Lyman and Valeria (Reed) Burgess in Eau Claire, WI. He graduated from Altoona High School with the class of 1957. He married Patricia Manor in August of 1957. They later divorced and He married...
Steven J. Heidtke
May 17, 2026
Steve John Heidtke, born August 16, 1961, was called to his heavenly home on May 17th, 2026, after a long 3 + year battle with neuro degenerative conditions. His medical conditions were not diagnosed until December 2024, but he was symptomatic early in 2023. Over his illness journey, he needed 24/7 supported care in varying degrees, and his sister became...
Christine "Chris" R. Krumenauer
May 16, 2026
Christine “Chris” R. Krumenauer, 61, of Chippewa Falls, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Lake Hallie Memory Care.
On November 11, 1964, Chris was born to James and Deann (Cohoon) Kern, in Madison, WI. She graduated from Chi Hi with the class of 1983. Chris married Jay Krumenauer on Jan 3, 2008.
Chris held many job positions including Quality...
Barry E. Nesja
May 15, 2026
Barry E. Nesja, 91, of the village of Lake Hallie, died Friday, May 15, 2026, at home while under the care of St. Croix Hospice.
Visitation will begin at 11 a.m., Friday, June 12 at St. Olaf Catholic Church, Eau Claire. A funeral service will follow at 12 p.m. with Fr. William Felix officiating.
Interment will be held at Prairie View Cemetery...
Eugene "Gene" F. Mower
May 15, 2026
Eugene “Gene” Francis Mower, 96, of Chippewa Falls, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, May 15, 2026, with family by his side.
Gene was born August 25, 1929, in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin to Gilbert and Alisha (Mondeau) Mower. He grew up on Chippewa’s East Hill with his three siblings, discovering a love of the outdoors from an early age....
Terry L. McVinnie
May 12, 2026
Terry L. McVinnie, 73, of Chippewa Falls, died at home on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, surrounded by family while under the care of Heartland Hospice.
He was born August 13, 1952, in Chippewa Falls to Wilton and Diane (Larson) McVinnie. He graduated from Chippewa Falls High School and worked for many years at Hubbard Scientific in Chippewa Falls.
Playing cribbage, watching the...
Clare A. De Mars
May 12, 2026
Clare A. De Mars, age 91, of Chippewa Falls, died peacefully, on Tuesday, May 12, 2026.
The visitation will be at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 810 Pearl St., Chippewa Falls. There will be a Rosary said at 11:55 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial beginning at 12:30 p.m. The interment...
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...
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...
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