Obituaries

Elmer Bjork

Dec 10, 2018

Elmer S. Bjork, 88, of Chippewa Falls, died Monday, December 10, 2018 at Colfax Health and Rehabilitation.  He died peacefully after suffering from Dementia and Alzheimer’s for several years.

Elmer was born April 23, 1930 in Chippewa Falls to Oscar and Karine (Helseth) Bjork. He attended the Chippewa Falls public schools and graduated from Chippewa Falls Senior...

Carol Evenson

Dec 9, 2018

Carol Ann Evenson, 75, of Chippewa Falls, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, December 9, 2018 at Chippewa Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation.

She was born September 28, 1943 in Chippewa Falls to Russell and Anna (Klages) Evenson.  She graduated from Chi-Hi in 1961.

Carol worked as a receptionist...

Arthur Ayers

Dec 8, 2018

Arthur J. Ayers, 79, died peacefully on Saturday, December 8, 2018, at the Wissota Health and Regional Vent Center in Chippewa Falls.

Arrangements are pending.

Richard Olson

Dec 7, 2018

Richard “Dick” L. Olson, 85, of Chippewa Falls, died peacefully at Wissota Place Assisted Living in Chippewa Falls, on Friday, December 7, 2018.

Richard was born on November 9, 1933, in Menomonie, WI, to Walter and Florence (Denning) Olson. He excelled in football and basketball. Richard was very proud of his undefeated football season and going to...

Larry F. Liedl

Dec 6, 2018

Larry F. Liedl, 70, of Chippewa Falls, died peacefully at Home Sweet Home Assisted Living in Chippewa Falls, on Thursday, December 6, 2018.

Larry was born on June 5, 1948 in Chippewa Falls to Edward and Lucy (Schwartz) Liedl. He graduated from Chippewa Falls High School with the class of 1967. Larry had various jobs, but mostly...

Frederick Dobbs

Dec 3, 2018

Frederick Dobbs, 89, of Chippewa Falls, died Monday, December 3, 2018 at Chippewa Manor, surrounded by family and under the care of Mayo Clinic Home Health and Hospice.

Fred was born March 29, 1929 in Colfax, WI to George and Annie (Camplin) Dobbs. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict from February 1951 until...

Gerard Rossi

Nov 30, 2018

Gerard “Gerry” Rossi, 63, of Chippewa Falls, beloved husband of Linda (Lynn) Fredrickson of 26 years passed away unexpectedly on November 30, 2018, at Marshfield Medical Center in Marshfield.

Gerry was the son of the late Marilyn F. (Arnone) Ulrich and Celeste Rossi.  He was born in New York City, on April 26, 1955, and was raised...

Kathryn Brewer

Nov 29, 2018

Kathryn A. Brewer, 76, of Chippewa Falls, died peacefully at home on Thursday, November 29, 2018.

She was born June 27, 1942 in Bagley, MN to Sigvart and Inez (Lunde) Christianson. She resided in the Twin Cities area until 2001 when she moved to Chippewa Falls.

In her spare time she enjoyed crafting, shopping, and...

Dominic Curtis

Nov 25, 2018

Dominic J. Curtis, 19, of Chippewa Falls, died unexpectedly at his home on Sunday, November 25, 2018.

Dominic was born to Timothy and Shawn (McBroom) Curtis in Eau Claire on August 23, 1999. He graduated from Chippewa Falls High School with the class of 2018. Dominic loved and appreciated all things in nature. He held a deep...

Layla Lloyd

Nov 24, 2018

Layla Jeanne Lloyd, age 3, peacefully passed away in her parents’ arms on Saturday, November 24th surrounded by her family.

Layla was born July 9, 2015 in Marshfield, WI, to the parents of Randy Lloyd and Danielle Anderson (Chippewa Falls). Layla was our miracle baby beating the odds since birth. She was born with a rare genetic...

Michael Christensen

Nov 24, 2018

It is with great sadness that the family of Michael John Christensen announces his passing after a brief battle with cancer, on Saturday, November 24, 2018, at the age of 65 years.

He was born to Bruce and Beverly (Seibel) Christensen on September 12, 1953 in Chippewa Falls, WI and spent the rest of his childhood there,...

Tamara Duss

Nov 23, 2018

Tamara Ann Duss, 59, of Chippewa Falls passed away Friday, November 23, 2018 after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.

Tammy precedes her loving husband of 39 years, Larry and their three children.

Her beautiful life will be cherished in the lives of her children, Crystal (Adam) Huset of Chetek, Richard (Amy Schmitz) Duss of...

Lovetta Misfeldt

Nov 21, 2018

Lovetta F. Misfeldt, 91, of Eau Claire, died peacefully Wednesday, November 21, 2018, surrounded by family at Dove Healthcare-West in Eau Claire.

She was born December 11, 1926 in Black River Falls, WI to Bernard and Lovetta (Preston) Quinn.

Lovetta enjoyed golfing and was a great cook. Her family loved getting together at Lovetta’s for...

Wayne "Benny" Benson

Nov 19, 2018

Wayne “Benny” Benson, 78, of Chippewa Falls, passed away unexpectedly at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Chippewa Falls, on Monday, November 19, 2018.

Wayne was born on October 15, 1940 to William and Pearl (Hage) Benson in Ashland, WI. He graduated from Drummond High School with the class of 1958. Wayne married Diane Rasch in Bessemer, MI on...

Sherry A. Craker

Nov 13, 2018

Sherry A. Craker, 74, of Chippewa Falls, died peacefully at her home on Tuesday, November 13, 2018.

Sherry was born on March 1, 1944, in Chippewa Falls, to Leslie & Cecelia (Burger) Zenner.

She married Rodney Craker on April 28, 1984, at Trinity United Methodist Church in Chippewa Falls. Sherry worked at Mason Shoe for...

Earl Schick

Nov 9, 2018

Earl L. Schick, 90, of Jim Falls, town of Eagle Point, died Friday, November 9, 2018 at his home while under the care his wife, Dawn and Heartland Hospice.

He was born August 18, 1928 to Viola (LeCour) and Edward Schick.

Earl married Cora Cheever and together they had nine children.  They later divorced.

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Autumn Helgeson

Nov 3, 2018

Autumn Anne Helgeson, age 10, of Chippewa Falls, village of Lake Hallie, died Saturday, November 3, 2018.

She was born September 8, 2008 in Chippewa Falls to Kimberley (Brown) and Bradley Helgeson.

Autumn was a gentle, sweet loving soul.  She was named by her Dad for his favorite season.  She always had a silly smile...

Jayna Kelley

Nov 3, 2018

Jayna S. Kelley, age 9, of Lake Hallie, died on Saturday, November 3, 2018. She was born to Brian and Robin (White) Kelley, in River Falls, WI, on June 10, 2009.

Jayna was a beautiful, creative, expressive, and very caring girl. She loved her time with her family and friends and just being a kid. Terra and...

Susan Modl

Nov 2, 2018

Susan L. Modl of Chippewa Falls died peacefully in her home on Friday, November 2, 2018.

She was born on December 4th, 1939 to Lloyd and Jane (Cardinal) Fransway.

She married the love of her life, Joseph Modl on October 11th, 1958 at Notre Dame Catholic Church in Chippewa Falls.

Joe and Sue...

Eugene Swiontek

Oct 26, 2018

Eugene Swiontek, 43, of Chippewa Falls, died peacefully at his home on Friday, October 26, 2018. The graveside service will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, November 2, 2018, at St. Joseph's Cemetery, with Military Honors conducted by the Chippewa Falls Patriotic Council.