Obituaries

Feb 14, 2022

Rick Meier, 73, of Eau Claire, WI, died unexpectedly on Monday, February 14, 2022, at Mayo Hospital with family by his side.

Rick was the son of Byrdie (Simonson) and Claude Meier, born November 9, 1948, in Red Wing, Minnesota. Rick was the oldest of four siblings; Patricia "Bambi" Guelzow, Jeff Meier and David Meier. The family...

Feb 13, 2022

Todd McNish, 58, peacefully passed away January 13, 2022 surrounded by his loving family. He was born to Dick and Shannon McNish nee Kelly on July 18, 1963. He will be remembered for his love of fishing and hunting with his father and brother, Terry. Todd is survived by; his loving wife, Natalie, of 24 years, his daughters, Alicia,...

Feb 12, 2022

Elizabeth A. "Betsy" (Frank) Olinger, 79, of Eau Claire, WI died on Saturday, February 12, 2022 of multiple complications at Mayo Clinic Health System, Eau Claire.

Betsy is survived by her adored husband; Jim "Olie" Olinger of 51 years, son; David (Kim Walker), treasured grandson; Dalton, son; Danny (Lou Heidel), sister; Mary Frank, many nieces, nephews other...

Feb 10, 2022

Michael Cunningham of Eau Claire died February 10, 2022, at Mayo/Luther Hospital in Eau Claire, Wisconsin after a brief illness. He was born on August 5, 1937, in Warren, Michigan, to Edmund and Mary (Etienne) Cunningham, the youngest of seven children. After high school, he attended Wayne State University where he earned a Bachelor of Music degree. He received...

Feb 9, 2022

Patricia A. Hagman, age 86, of Wilmington, DE, passed away peacefully on February 9, 2022.

She was born and raised in Eau Claire, WI and was the daughter of the late Frank and Pearl Kolve. Patricia graduated from Holy Cross HS in Merrill, WI in 1953 and attended Milwaukee Business School, Milwaukee, WI.

In her...

Feb 7, 2022

Beverly Ann Kruger (Mack), 77, of Chippewa Falls passed away peacefully from lung cancer on February 7, 2022 with her family by her side.

She was born on January 9, 1945 in Neillsville, Wisconsin to Anthony and Anna (Kalina) Mack.  Beverly married Marshall Dean Kruger on January 13, 1968 in Eau Claire, Wisconsin.  Beverly worked as an...

Jan 30, 2022

Alicia "Ali" R. (Powers) Hurtgen, 52, of Stanley, WI passed away unexpectedly at her residence on January 30, 2022 after a long battle with Multiple Sclerosis for many years.

She was born on October 16, 1969 in Eau Claire, the daughter of Barbara (Buttenhoff) Rasmussen and Deland Powers. Alicia attended Altoona High School. She had worked at...

Jan 28, 2022

Gloria Irene Polden, 95, of Eau Claire, WI died on Friday, January 28, 2022 surrounded by her family. She was born on February 19, 1926 in Eau Claire at home to Romeo and Fern (Issacson) Hessler. Gloria married Kenneth Polden on December 8, 1946, in Eau Claire. Gloria worked as a telephone operator from 1945 until 1948 in Eau...

Jan 28, 2022

Carol Endl, 92, died Friday, January 28th, 2022 at River Pines where she has resided the past few years. Heartfelt thanks to the staff for all their compassionate care of Carol. Carol was a friend to many and enjoyed spending time with them by going to shows and concerts or entertaining in her home. She served delicious meals to...

Jan 27, 2022

Diane Mary Paulsrud, 65, of Eau Claire, WI, died on Thursday, January 27, 2022 after a 7-year courageous battle with cancer. She was born on August 15, 1956 in Ashland, WI, the daughter of Cecil and Helen (Heckathorn) Albertson. Diane was one of five Alberston siblings. She married Mike Paulsrud on June 19, 1976 in Eau Claire; she and...

Jan 27, 2022

Judith Plitzner of Eau Claire, Wisconsin passed away on Jan 27, 2022. Her loved ones are composing her obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Jan 24, 2022

Shawn Nelson of Eau Claire, Wisconsin passed away on Jan 24, 2022. A funeral service will be held at a later date.

Jan 15, 2022

Alyce F. (Lima) Perry born January 14, 1950 to Norman A.B. Lima and Myrtle C. (Larson) Lima at Luther Hospital in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, went to the Lord on January 15, 2022. She married Ron Perry on July 17, 1989. She was a loving wife and a mother to five children. Alyce earned a certificate in bookkeeping and administration at...

Jan 13, 2022

Mary Ann Bennett, 90, of Eau Claire, passed away on Thursday, January 13, 2022, in Eau Claire, WI.

Mary Ann was born in Ladysmith, WI to the late John and Emily (Hroch) Dosedel on August 4, 1931.

She grew up in Ladysmith, WI.  She enrolled at Wisconsin State College - Superior. It was there that...

Jan 13, 2022

Walter G. Cogswell was born on December 6, 1937, in Hartford, Connecticut, the son of Dr. and Mrs. Lawrence P. Cogswell.  He attended Noah Webster Elementary School, and graduated from Watkinson Preparatory School in 1955. Walter attended Hartt Music School where he did a double major in Viola and Organ. He obtained his Bachelor Music degree graduating magna cum...

Jan 11, 2022

Michael James Davey passed away unexpectedly at the age of 47 on Tuesday, January 11th, 2022 in Chippewa County. Mike was born in River Falls, Wisconsin on September 14th, 1974 to Lynda and Peter Davey. He has two siblings, Amy Saltness and Todd Davey. Mike lived in the Eau Claire area until his father joined the military in the...

Jan 7, 2022

Hildegarde Patricia Henderson "Pat", 92, of Eau Claire, WI died on Friday, January 7, 2022 at Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire. She was born on June 29, 1929 in the Township of Holway, in Taylor County, to Leonard J. and Albian M. (Stasek) Hamm. She graduated from Owen High School in 1947. Hildegarde is survived by her...

Jan 7, 2022

Mary A. Lund, favorably known as GG and Granny, age 86, was called into the arms of the Lord on January 7, 2022. She was able to pass at her home in Eau Claire, WI, surrounded by her loved ones. Oh the celebration that followed I'm sure was an epic one. Mary was born on March 6th 1935 in Eau...

Jan 3, 2022

Rita Ann Currie passed away peacefully in her sleep on Monday, 1/3/22. She was born in Stevens Point, WI, to the late Julius and Esther (Groshek) Shuda on 6/11/34. She attended public and parochial schools. She was confirmed in 1946 at St. Peter's Catholic Church. Her childhood was humble. Being the eldest of seven siblings, she was charged, at the...

Jan 3, 2022

James "Jim" Donald Shea, 70, of Elk Mound, WI, was born on May 30th, 1951, at Sacred Heart Hospital in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. Jim died of Lewy Body Dementia on January 3rd, 2022, in Eau Claire, surrounded by his family. Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Dorothy Shea, both of Eau Claire, WI, and brother...