Emrow Yoost

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 his career with and for Dave Laird at Laird Enterprises. The Lairds became like family and were a very special part of his life. They helped him through many difficult times and are appreciated for all they did. Before working there, he worked for Harold George roofing large buildings. Em also farmed with the help of his wife and children. He fully retired in 2012.

Em married Darline Krumviede on June 8, 1963, and they raised five children. Darline preceded him in death on December 29, 2005. He then married Margaret “Peggy” Smith on January 27, 2012, and lived with her until his passing. Em loved the outdoors even if it was just walking around picking up leaves, sticks, acorns, or whatever he found. He loved fishing, hunting, gardening, and camping. He took many trips to Canada fishing and we have some of them on the wall for proof! Em also loved sweets, eating them day and night. He was a member of the English Lutheran Church of Bateman and attended when he could.

Survivors include his wife, Peggy; daughter, Sue (Ken) Arneson; stepchildren, Bill (Julie) Schwennsen, Bob (Joan) Schwennsen, and Roxanne Short; sisters, Arlene Hutchinson, Carol Trott, and Ellen Hughes; grandchildren, Nathan (Jenny) Chaulklin, Corey (Ashley) Arneson; great-grandchildren, Maverick and Harvey Chaulklin and Cambree Arneson; many other step-grandchildren and great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Darline; twin sister, Evelyn Steele; stepdaughter, Cindy Hamman; four brothers-in-law, Pat Hutchinson, Byron Trott, George Steele, and Jim Hughes Sr.; and grandson, Mike and Jack Short.

The family would like to thank St. Croix Hospice for the wonderful support and care of Em during his last few months, especially nurse Gwen.

Visitation will begin at 1 p.m., Monday, April 13 at Pederson-Volker Funeral Chapel, Chippewa Falls. A celebration of life service will follow at 2:30 p.m. Interment will be at Prairie View Cemetery in the village of Lake Hallie.