Obituaries

Feb 16, 2026

Martha M McMahon, was born in Eau Claire, WI on January 6, 1942, the daughter of Walton R Manz and Beatrice A (Hartvigh) Manz.

Martha and John F McMahon were married on February 14, 1959, at St Patrick's Catholic Church.

Martha is survived by her three children, Martie McMahon of St Paul, MN, David (Cheri) McMahon of Marietta GA, and Steven (Leigh) McMahon of...

Feb 16, 2026

Lorraine "Dolly" Bowman, of Altoona, WI, died on February 16, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born on November 5, 1933, in Louisville, KY, to Edward and Elizabeth DeSpain, Dolly was the third of five children. She married the love of her life, Donald L. Bowman, Sr., on November 26, 1953, in Louisville. She was preceded in death by...

Feb 10, 2026

**Obituary for Doreen Frances BaDour**

Doreen Frances BaDour, aged 95, of Eau Claire, Wisconsin, died on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, in Eau Claire, Wisconsin.

Doreen was born on October 29, 1930, to Alphonse and Eva Millenkamp in Brookings, South Dakota, Doreen's family relocated to Eau Claire in 1931. She attended St. Patrick’s School and graduated from its high school in 1948.

On May...

Feb 9, 2026

Jill (Linda) Quick (nee Sherwood) died unexpectedly at home on February 9, 2026, in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, at the age of 75.Jill was born on November 1, 1950, in Chicago, Illinois, to Robert Dale and Patricia Ann (Rothinghouse) Sherwood. She grew up in Glenview, Illinois, and graduated from Glenbrook South High School in 1968. She went on to attend the...

Feb 5, 2026

Duane "Duke" Ellery Gunderson, 85, passed away peacefully in his home on February 5, 2026.Duane built his own home along the Chippewa River, where he spent many happy years and lovingly called it his "little slice of heaven." It truly was. He cherished the simple pleasures of life, especially watching the wildlife along the river, from eagles soaring above and...

Feb 3, 2026

Regina Besinger, born on November 16, 1975, passed away peacefully on February 3, 2026, due to natural causes. She was born in Tyler, Texas, and spent most of her life in Wisconsin, where she built a home filled with love, laughter, and quiet moments that meant everything to those closest to her.

Regina was the kind of person who found...

Feb 3, 2026

Lenwood Gordon Holo was born on June 21, 1938, in Loma, North Dakota, to Nilia Ludwig Holo and Mary Elizabeth (Curry) Holo. Raised on a North Dakota farm, Len learned early the values of hard work, humility, and perseverance-qualities that guided his life. Len met the love of his life, Patricia "Pat" Storey, in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Together, they...

Feb 2, 2026

David L. Grimm, Sr., 88, of Eau Claire, WI, passed away on February 2, 2026. David was born on December 19, 1937, in Menomonie, WI, to Francis “Fritz” and Lucille (Webster) Grimme. He spent his early years working the family farm in Menomonie before graduating from the Dunn County School of Agriculture and Domestic Science in 1957. His adventurous spirit...

Feb 1, 2026

Jeanette Marie (Johnston) McSorley, 89, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 1st, 2026, surrounded by her family. Jeanette was born August 8th, 1936 to Carl and Leona Johnston of Augusta. The eldest sister to Dean, Dale, and Larry.

Jeanette graduated from Augusta High School and enrolled in Secretarial Vocational School (CVTC). Upon graduation she began working at First Federal Savings and...

Jan 19, 2026

Roger M. Risen age 98, of Altoona, WI, passed away Monday, January 19, 2026 at The Classic in Altoona WI.

Roger was born on January 12, 1928 to Bertha & Bennie Risen in Naples Township in Buffalo County, WI.  He was baptized and confirmed at West Bennet Valley Lutheran Church.  As a young man, Roger and his...

Jan 16, 2026

Tim Eisberner, 67, of Eau Claire, passed away on Friday, January 16 at his home. He was born June 3, 1958 to Edward J. Eisberner Jr. and Elizabeth (Hughes) Eisberner. He attended North High School where he wore number 68 and played nose tackle for the football team. In 1974, Tim helped his team to secure the first Big...

Jan 16, 2026

Gary Lee Kent, born on January 29, 1941 in Mondovi, Wisconsin to parents, Vilas and Eileen (Schultz-Smiskey) Kent has passed away at the age of 84. Gary was baptized and confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church in Gilmanton, Wisconsin.

Gary grew up in the unincorporated village of Gilmanton, attending Gilmanton Elementary School. He graduated from Gilmanton High School...

Jan 16, 2026

Eunice "Patty" Lindsley Glover, 103 years old, passed away on Friday, January 16, 2026. Patty grew up in Tracy, MN. She moved to Wisconsin when she married Dewaine Lindsley. They lived in Eau Claire, where they raised three children, Ruane O'Brien, Jack (Evelyn) Lindsley and Peg Peterson, step daughter, Sherry (Bob) Davis and special family member, Michael Olin and...

Jan 15, 2026

George Martin Fugina, of Eau Claire, WI passed away peacefully on January 15, 2026, just 5 days shy of his 78th birthday.

George was born on a cold winter day on January 20, 1948 to Omer and Elsie (Reinke) Fugina in Arcadia, WI.  He was the middle child between Jerome and Lois.  He received the holy sacraments...

Jan 15, 2026

Luther John Larson, born January 16, 1943, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2026, just one day shy of his 83rd birthday. He was the son of Alvin and Elva Larson and is survived by his devoted wife, Sharry, with whom he shared over 52 years of love and companionship. Luther was a proud father to Charles, Denice, and...

Jan 12, 2026

Irene Agnes Lund, 94, of Colfax, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully of natural causes on January 12, 2026 at Colfax Rehabilitation and Healthcare. She was born on February 4, 1931, to John and Mildred (Berg) Benish in Howard Township. Irene lived a long and fulfilling life devoted to her family, faith, and community. Irene was married to Juno Lund, for...

Jan 6, 2026

Gregory "Marty" A. Martin passed away on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at his residence.

A Celebration of Life will take place on June 27, 2026 at VFW Post 7232 2900 W Folsom St, Eau Claire, WI 54703.

His family is working on composing a obituary in his honor.

Jan 5, 2026

Bill Hagmann of Altoona, passed away peacefully in Birchwood on January 5, 2026, members of his family at his side. Bill was born on July 23, 1950 at Sacred Heart Hospital in Eau Claire to Arthur J. Hagmann and Pauline B. (Bauer) Hagmann. He married his high school sweetheart Carol S. Sykes on January 11, 1969 at St. Patrick...

Jan 3, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Jodie Lynn (Kaufman) Snow, who left us peacefully on January 3, 2026, in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. Surrounded by her loving family, she fought courageously against cancer until the end. Jodie lived a life overflowing with service, love, and joy-for her family, friends, and especially her...

Jan 1, 2026

Avery D. Lee, age 13, died Friday, January 1, 2026 in Rochester, Minnesota.

Services and Visitation will be held from 8:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 10, 2026 at Spirit Lutheran Church in Eau Claire, WI.

The Funeral Service will take place from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. at Spirit Lutheran Church.  The Concluding...