Lois M. Hofkes

Lois Hofkes, 100, of Chippewa Falls, passed away on Sunday, September 27, 2026, at home while under the care of St. Croix Hospice.

Lois was born on August 20, 1926, to Frank and Anna (Normand) Peloquin in Chippewa Falls, WI. She graduated from McDonell Central High School.

Lois married Eugene Hofkes on September 3, 1949, at Holy Ghost Catholic Church. They were married 64 years. Together they raised 7 children on Lake Wissota.

Lois was strong in her Catholic faith, which she demonstrated by her giving nature. Her home was always a gathering place for neighbors, friends and relatives. Many would refer to her as their second mom or grandmother. She helped keep the US Postal Service in business with her thousands of letters and notes. Many enjoyed her cooking and baking. She loved giving, and we were blessed to receive her gifts.

Lois is survived by children, Michael (Sandy) Hofkes of Chippewa Falls, Mary (Brad) Ewalt of Chandler, AZ, Theresa Wiegert of Mahtomedi, MN, John (Mary) Hofkes of Chippewa Falls, Stephen (Sally) Hofkes of Chippewa Falls, and Joanne (Wayne) Cowan of Chippewa Falls; daughter-in-law, Susan Hofkes of Chippewa Falls; sister, Verlene Sydjko of MN; and many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Eugene; son, Thomas Hofkes; son-in-law, Sonny Wiegert; grandson, Chad Wiegert; sisters, Elaine Tandberg, Delores Muldoon, Betty Lou Middlestadt and Anita Andress; brothers, Norman, Dale, Wayne and Bruce Peloquin.

A Memorial Mass for Lois will take place on Friday, October 9 at 11 a.m. at Notre Dame Catholic Church in Chippewa Falls, WI with Father William Felix officiating. Visitation will begin at 10 a.m. at church.

Lois will be laid to rest with her husband, Gene Hofkes, at 2 p.m., Wednesday, October 14 at Northern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Spooner, WI. Fr. Papi Reddy Yeruva will officiate the graveside service. 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be offered in Lois’ name to St. Francesca Resource Center, 117 Allen Street, Chippewa Falls, WI. https://stfrancesca.org/donate/