Obituaries

Donna P. Iverson

Donna P. Iverson

Apr 12, 2024

Donna P. Iverson, 91, of Chippewa Falls, passed away Friday, April 12, 2024, at Dove Healthcare – Bloomer. 

She was born October 19, 1932, in Bloomer to Roy and Lelah (Beresford) Veum. She graduated from Bloomer High School in 1950. Following high school she attended tech school in Eau Claire and then moved to St. Paul, MN, where she worked at...

Thomas J. Lee

Thomas J. Lee

Apr 7, 2024

Thomas Jerome Lee, 70, passed away in Lancaster, California on April 7, 2024. He will be deeply missed by his wife, Helen, and all who knew him.

Tom was born on June 4, 1953, in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin where he spent his childhood, graduating from Chippewa Falls Senior High School in 1971. He received a bachelor's degree from UW-Eau Claire and...

Robert E. "Bob" Stewart

Robert E. "Bob" Stewart

Apr 7, 2024

Robert E. “Bob” Stewart, 92, of Lake Hallie, WI, died peacefully Sunday, April 7, 2024, at the Wisconsin Veterans Home in Chippewa Falls.  

Bob was born December 24,1931, to Earl and Marie (Paul) Stewart.  He grew up in Chippewa Falls and graduated from McDonnell Central Catholic High School in 1951.  He answered the call to serve his country with the...

Roger B. Howard

Roger B. Howard

Apr 3, 2024

Roger B. Howard, 84, of Chippewa Falls, died Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at Milestone Senior Living in Eau Claire.

He was born June 5, 1939, in Ladysmith, Wisconsin, to Raymond E. and Mary Ellen (Krisik) Howard, and graduated Ladysmith High School in 1957.

On June 13, 1970, Roger married Joan Ferm in Ladysmith. 

Roger found many occupations over the years, including working at...

Doris M. Blake

Doris M. Blake

Apr 2, 2024

Doris M. Blake, age 103, passed away peacefully at the Chippewa Manor Nursing Home on April 2, 2024.  

She was born in Chippewa Falls on October 5, 1920, the only child of Bert and Florence (Madson) Bassette. She was baptized at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church. Doris attended school in Chippewa Falls and graduated from Chippewa Falls Senior High School in...

Darlene M. Roshell

Darlene M. Roshell

Apr 2, 2024

Darlene M. Roshell, 84, of Chippewa Falls, passed away peacefully at the Chippewa Manor under the care of Mayo Home Health & Hospice, on Tuesday, April 2, 2024.

On December 4, 1939, Darlene was born to Ora and Emma (Frolik) Randall in Cornell, WI. She married Elmer Roshell on August 25, 1962. Darlene worked at St. Joseph’s Hospital and loved to...

David T. Salling

David T. Salling

Mar 30, 2024

Dave Salling, known affectionately as “Satch” and “Trapper”, lived a rich and fulfilling life deeply rooted in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Born on January 2nd, 1942, to Theodore Salling and Marjorie McCarty, he embodied the spirit of his hometown. Dave's journey was marked by remarkable achievements and cherished connections.

Graduating from Chi-Hi in 1960, Dave showcased his athletic prowess by lettering in...

Richard M. Taylor

Richard M. Taylor

Mar 25, 2024

Richard M. Taylor, 90, of Chippewa Falls, died peacefully at the Rutledge Home in Chippewa Falls, under the care of St. Croix Hospice on Monday, March 25, 2024.

On December 30, 1933, Richard was born to Frank and Orpha (Tallman) Taylor in the town of Sampson, Chippewa County WI, where he was raised until the age of 8 when his family...

Virginia A. Rasmus

Virginia A. Rasmus

Mar 23, 2024

Virginia “Ginnie” Ann Rasmus, 86, of Chippewa Falls, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, March 23, 2024, at LakeHouse Senior Living in Chippewa Falls under the care of St. Croix Hospice.

She was born December 24, 1937, in Bloomer, WI, to Albert and Ruby (Rivers) Rasmus. Ginnie grew up in Chippewa Falls, lived later in Minneapolis,...

Carol Joan Kramer

Carol Joan Kramer

Mar 22, 2024

Carol J. Kramer, 89, of Chippewa Falls, passed away Friday, March 22, 2024, at home surrounded by her family. 

Carol was born November 05, 1934, in Chippewa Falls, to Ernest and Ruth (Morris) Krause. She graduated from Chi-Hi in 1952 and remained part of her hometown community for the rest of her life. 

A hard worker, everyone knew Carol to go through...

William T. Mitchell

William T. Mitchell

Mar 13, 2024

William Thomas Mitchell, 51, of Chippewa Falls, passed away Wednesday, March 13, 2024. 

Kahlani Beighley-King

Kahlani Beighley-King

Mar 9, 2024

Kahlani Lillian Joy Beighley-King, 9 month old daughter of Shelly King and Thomasena Beighley, passed away in the loving arms of her mothers on March 9, 2024 at University of Minnesota Masonic Children's Hospital following a courageous battle with Infantile Automosal Recessive Malignant Osteopetrosis. 

Kahlani was born on May 16, 2023 in Eau Claire, WI and was the perfect addition to...

Rosemary Davis

Rosemary Davis

Mar 1, 2024

Rosemary B Davis, 91, with family members at her side, passed away Friday, March 1 at Aggie’s Country Living in Eagleton.

Rosemary was born at her home in Chokio, MN on March 26, 1932, to the late Rose Mary (Leither) and Joseph Bachel.

She was the youngest of nine children and grew up on a small family farm. Her family moved to...

Carol M. Blodgett

Carol M. Blodgett

Feb 20, 2024

Carol M. Blodgett, 91, of Elk Mound, died Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at The Lakehouse in Chippewa Falls surrounded by family while under the care of Interim Hospice.

She was born January 30, 1933, in Chippewa County to Fred and Mabel (Blank) Zech. She graduated from Chippewa Falls High School in 1951.

On November 10, 1956, she married Jerry F. Blodgett in...

Rose M. Roloff

Rose M. Roloff

Feb 19, 2024

Rose M. Roloff, 93, of Tinley Park IL, formerly of Chippewa Falls, died Monday, February 19, 2024, at Sunny Hill Nursing Home in Joliet, IL.

Rose was born December 27, 1930, in Chicago, IL to John and Julia (Lorence) Cynor.

On September 30, 1961, she married Wesley R. Roloff at St. Francis of Assisi Church in Hickory Hills, IL.

Rose owned and operated...

Bruce R. Christensen

Bruce R. Christensen

Feb 13, 2024

Bruce R. Christensen, 93, of Chippewa Falls, with family by his bedside, died peacefully under the care of St. Croix Hospice at Heritage Court Memory Care in Eau Claire, WI, on Tuesday, February 13, 2024.

Bruce was born October 27, 1930, in St. Paul, MN to Elmer and Marion (Wilson) Christensen.  In 1948, Bruce graduated from Chippewa Falls High School. He...

Robert J. Gillig

Robert J. Gillig

Feb 12, 2024

Robert Joseph Gillig was born July 23, 1927, in Decatur, Indiana, to Leona (Harting) and Harmon Gillig. He passed away February 12, 2024, in Eau Claire, Wisconsin.

Bob was a graduate of Central Catholic High School, Decatur, where he was a star basketball player. He enlisted in the Navy following graduation. He attended St. Joseph’s College, Rensselaer, Indiana. In 1948, he...

James E. Walton

James E. Walton

Feb 9, 2024

James E. “Jim” Walton, 79, of Eau Claire, formerly of Chippewa Falls, died at his home on Friday, February 9, 2024.

Jim was born January 28, 1945, in Chippewa Falls to Kenneth and Alvina (Schnese) Walton.  He grew up in Chippewa Falls and graduated from Chippewa Falls High School. 

In June of 1963, he married Susan Rooney and they had four children....

Patricia I. Andress

Patricia I. Andress

Feb 8, 2024

Patricia “Pat” Andress passed away peacefully on 2/8/2024 surrounded by family and special friends.

A memorial service for both Pat and Ray will be held in June.  Please call the funeral home for details.

If you are inclined to make a memorial contribution, please consider the First Presbyterian Church food pantry, mission team, or general fund. First Presbyterian Church,130 W. Central Street,...

Nellie Beverly Jean Erickson

Nellie Beverly Jean Erickson

Feb 7, 2024

Nellie Beverly Jean Erickson, 92, formerly of Chippewa Falls, died peacefully at Cedar Creek Manor in Kronenwetter, WI, on Wednesday, February 7, 2024.

On January 24, 1932, Nellie was born to Gilbert and Lillian (Towle) Dutton in Chippewa Falls, WI. She attended Gower school, graduating from Eau Claire High School with the class of 1949. Nellie married James Erickson on July...

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