Obituaries

Elaine R. Seefeldt

Elaine R. Seefeldt

Dec 12, 2023

Elaine R. (Helm) Seefeldt, 99, of Chippewa Falls, peacefully left this life for eternity in heaven on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at Our House Assisted Living in Chippewa Falls. Family was by her side and she was under the care of St. Joseph’s Hospice.

She was born July 25, 1924, to Henry and Clara (Garbisch) Helm in Granton, WI.

On...

John "Jack" A. Calkins

John "Jack" A. Calkins

Dec 12, 2023

John “Jack” A. Calkins, 76, of Chippewa Falls, died Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at River Pines Nursing and Rehabilitation in Altoona, WI, under the care of St. Croix Hospice, with his family by his side.

On March 28, 1947, Jack was born to Katherine (Bowe) and Samuel Calkins in Chippewa Falls. He attended Notre Dame Grade School and graduated from...

Elaine B. Harding

Elaine B. Harding

Dec 8, 2023

Elaine B. Harding, 72, of Chippewa Falls, died peacefully on Friday, December 8, 2023, at Sacred Heart Hospital in Eau Claire, WI.

On March 16, Elaine was born to Harry and Patricia (Beaver) Bahr in Portage, WI.

It was Elaine’s wishes that no services will be held.

Sara M. Myher

Sara M. Myher

Dec 2, 2023

Sara M. Myher, 46, of Eau Claire, died on Saturday, December 2, 2023.

On June 19, 1977, Sara was born to Robert Clark and Connie Greene in Chippewa Falls. She graduated from Chippewa Falls High School with the class of 1995. Sara enjoyed taking care of her flowers, but most of all she cherished spending time with her family. Always...

Linda M. Rushmann

Linda M. Rushmann

Nov 29, 2023

Linda Marlene Rushmann (née Stewart) stepped into the sunshine on the eternal beach on Wednesday, November 29th, 2023, after a brief but courageous battle with cancer. She lived 74 full and spirited years with family and friends that loved her the most.

Linda, or “Stew” as she was known to many, was born in Chippewa Falls on February 9, 1949,...

Karen L. Tomkins

Karen L. Tomkins

Nov 27, 2023

Karen L. Tomkins, 79, of Chippewa Falls, died peacefully on Monday, November 27, 2023, under the care of Agrace Hospice.

Karen was born on September 13, 1944, in Chippewa Falls, WI, to Wilfred and Dorothy (nee Meredith) Klatt. She graduated from Chi-Hi in 1962 and went on to attend the Methodist Hospital Nursing School. As an R.N., Karen continued her...

Charles L. Henchen

Charles L. Henchen

Nov 23, 2023

Charles “Chuck” Leo Henchen, age 77, was called home to our Lord on November 23, 2023.

He was born February 10th, 1946, to Leo and Gertrude (Klauer) Henchen in Neillsville, Wisconsin.

Chuck is survived by his beloved wife of 38 years, Sharon (Boehm). He will be lovingly remembered by his children, Lori (Jerry) Sorensen, Kristy (Craig) Girard, Tammy (Jim Shoup)...

Betty J. Jennings

Betty J. Jennings

Nov 20, 2023

Betty J. Jennings, 94, of Chippewa Falls, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 20, 2023, at the Wisconsin Veterans Home in Chippewa Falls with family by her side.

Betty was born on May 6, 1929, to Albert F. and Norma L. (Winter) Marg in Neillsville WI.

Betty was fortunate to have two great loves in her life.  She married Patrick...

Margaret Shanna

Margaret Shanna

Nov 19, 2023

Margaret Ann Jandura Shanna, age 66, of Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin passed into God's loving arms on November 19, 2023, surrounded by her devoted family and friends. 

Marge's greatest loves were her children, grandchildren and God. Her life was a testimony of kindness, faith, acceptance and compassion. She planted seeds of faith and friendship everywhere she went. She loved beyond measure...

Robert D. Canfield

Robert D. Canfield

Nov 19, 2023

Robert D. Canfield, 76, of Sun Prairie, died Sunday, November 19, 2023. Bob was born in Sparta, WI to Willis and Marie Canfield in April 1947, and lived in Shennington, WI near Tomah, WI.

When Bob was about 6 yrs. old, his family moved to Tomah, WI. where Willis secured employment managing the local coop/creamery and Marie went to work...

Shelly L. Bertrand

Shelly L. Bertrand

Nov 17, 2023

Shelly L. Bertrand, 53, of Chippewa Falls, died peacefully with her sister by her side and family in her heart, on Friday, November 17, 2023, at the Hennepin County Medical Center in Minneapolis, MN. She was born on June 28, 1970, in Chippewa Falls, to Steven and Dianne (Fransway) Comerford.

Shelly graduated from Chi Hi with the class of 1988....

Mary Lou Keegan

Mary Lou Keegan

Nov 14, 2023

Mary Lou Keegan, 93, passed away peacefully at Lake Hallie Memory Care on November 14, 2023. She was born on May 26, 1930, to Archie and Carrie (Berg) McCann in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin.

Mary Lou grew up on the family farm in Eagleton, WI, and graduated from Chippewa Falls High School. After high school, she attended the University of Eau...

Janet M. Carroll

Janet M. Carroll

Nov 10, 2023

Janet Marie Carroll (nee Voiers), 82, was called home to the God who gave her life on Friday, November 10, 2023, at the St. Mary’s Mayo Clinic Hospital in Rochester, Minnesota.

She was born in her Grandmother Amanda Tyree Voiers’ home on August 1, 1941, in Sharon, Kanawha, West Virginia to Thomas Voiers and Mary Marie Hanshaw. Janet married Patrick...

Richard L. Tracy

Richard L. Tracy

Nov 9, 2023

Richard Lee Tracy, aged 76, of Eau Claire, Wisconsin, was called to Heaven by the Lord our God, from his home, surrounded by his family, on Thursday, November 9th, 2023. Richard was born October 13th, 1947, in Eau Claire, to Henry and Marie Tracy (née Malone). He is preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Debra Willett; and his...

Kenneth R. Goercke

Kenneth R. Goercke

Nov 3, 2023

Kenneth R. Goercke, 67, of Golden Valley, MN, passed away Friday, November 3, 2023, at Methodist Hospital in Saint Louis Park, MN.

He was born April 6, 1956, in Chippewa Falls, to Richard and Lorraine (Sippel) Goercke. On April 30, 1982 he married Cynthia Przybylski. Kenny loved spending time outdoors and with his family. He could often be found cheering...

Clifford L. Ramseier

Clifford L. Ramseier

Oct 30, 2023

Clifford L. Ramseier, 72, of Chippewa Falls, died peacefully on Monday, October 30, 2023, at Mayo Clinic Health System, Eau Claire.

On June 24, 1951, Cliff was born to Rallen and Marcella (Jerabek) Ramseier in Stanley, WI.  He attended Cadott schools and took great pride in being an undefeated state champion wrestler in 1969. Cliff married Louise Metzenbauer on March...

Audrey O. Kallbreier

Audrey O. Kallbreier

Oct 24, 2023

Audrey O. Kallbreier, 84, of Chippewa Falls, died peacefully on Tuesday, October 24, 2023, under the care of St. Joseph’s Hospice, at the LakeHouse in Chippewa Falls.

On December 30, 1938, Audrey was born to Norma (Link) & Hjalmer Lien in Menomonie, WI. She graduated from Chippewa Falls High School. Soon after high school, Audrey moved to Milwaukee and met...

Robert L. Church

Robert L. Church

Oct 20, 2023

Robert L. Church of Chippewa Falls, WI formerly of Little Chute, WI died peacefully at home on October 20, 2023.

Robert was born on January 21, 1943, in Milwaukee, WI to Kenneth and Arphaline (Zimmerly) Church.

Robert moved to Baraboo, WI at age 3 where he graduated from Baraboo High School in 1961. 

He met and married his wife of...

Lenore M. Fiscoe

Lenore M. Fiscoe

Oct 16, 2023

Lenore M. Fiscoe, 92, of Ocala, Florida (formerly of Chippewa Falls, WI) passed away at home Monday, October 16, 2023 while under the care of Hospice of Marion County, FL.

She was born Sept. 9, 1931 in Bloomer, the daughter of Minnie (Shanks) and Charles Neuenfeldt. She graduated from Eau Claire High School in 1950 and then attended the University...

Sandy L. Anderson

Sandy L. Anderson

Oct 11, 2023

In loving memory of Sandy Anderson, 75, the endlessly witty and hilarious heart of our family passed away on October 11, 2023, surrounded by those who cherished her. Born on June 23, 1948, Sandy dedicated her career to the Chippewa Falls school district, where she shared her love for reading with countless elementary school children.

Sandy was the glue that...