Obituaries

Jul 5, 2025

John "Jeff" Francis Wilcox, 90, of Eau Claire, died July 5, 2025. John was raised as the eldest of four children of Francis and Katharine Wilcox in Eau Claire. He attended St. Patrick's elementary school, and the Canterbury School in New Milford, Connecticut for high school. Jeff went on to graduate from Georgetown University with a degree in English,...

Jul 4, 2025

"I am your Creator. You were in my care even before you were born." Isaiah 44:2

Joann Adele Blaeser was born on July 26,1944, in Eau Claire, WI, to Robert and Adele Running Sr. She was baptized on September 14,1944.

Joann trusted in Jesus for all of her earthly needs. And because she confessed with...

Jul 2, 2025

"I have called you by name, you are mine" Isaiah 43:1

Roger Lavern Flaten was called to be a disciple of God and he answered "yes". On Wednesday, July 2, 2025, God called Roger to his eternal home.

He was born in Strum WI, on August 4,1931 to George and Cora Flaten. He was baptized...

Jun 30, 2025

Linda D. Larson, age 76, passed peacefully June 30th, 2025 surrounded by family and friends at her home in Altoona Wisconsin.

Linda was born on October 5th, 1948, to Minnie (Nichols) and Douglas Wahl at Luther Hospital in Eau Claire.

Linda was baptized April 24, 1949 at Concordia Lutheran Church in Eau Claire and confirmed...

Jun 28, 2025

Mary L. Koppa, 91, passed away June 28, 2025.

Mary Leone Koppa, daughter of Anthony "Tony" and Leona (Bonk) Luhm was born September 9, 1933.  She attended St. Patrick's Elementary and High Schools, graduating in 1951 with the only class to graduate from St. Pat's Central as the name was changed the following year to Regis.

Jun 23, 2025

"For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life". John 3:16 Lorene Elvina Hagen, age 75, of Chippewa Falls, WI, passed peacefully into the arms of her Heavenly Father on June 23, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on April 26,...

Jun 23, 2025

Kathleen Grasser, 89, of Eau Claire, passed away on Monday, June 23 at Dove Health Care – West.

Kathleen was born on May 15, 1936, to Fred and Mildred (Traun) Berger on the family dairy farm near Bear Creek between Durand and Mondovi.  She was a graduate of Lima Sacred Heart High School.  Kathleen was employed in...

Jun 19, 2025

Don Schroer, of Eau Claire and River Falls, Wisconsin, passed away after a brief battle with cancer, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, generosity, and quiet strength. Born on July 7, 1959, in Eau Claire to Vernon and Mac Schroer, Don spent most of his life in western Wisconsin, where he built a life rooted in family, friendship, and...

Jun 15, 2025

Randy Hartle, 73, of Eau Claire, Wisconsin, passed away on Sunday, June 15, 2025, at Dove Healthcare - Rutledge Home, surrounded by his loved ones.

Randy was born on October 22, 1951, to Marvin and Agnes Hartle, and was preceded in death by both of his parents. He graduated from Menomonie High School in 1969 and proudly...

Jun 14, 2025

Louise J. Schraufnagel (Grage), age 97, passed away on Saturday, June 14th with friends and family sending her into the arms of her loving Savior. Louise was the first-born daughter of William C. and Lillie (Kleinsteiber) Grage on November 20th, 1927 in Highbridge Wisconsin - two years before the Great Depression. Louise took on the responsibility of helping her...

Jun 13, 2025

LaMoine MacLaughlin, born to Elizabeth and Jess MacLaughlin, LaMoine Hugh MacLaughlin (Mac), age 89 of Eau Claire, WI passed away on Friday June 13, 2025.

Mac, an accomplished plasterer and texture finisher, retired as a Lieutenant from the City of Eau Claire Fire Department in 1990. Never without a quick joke on hand, Mac, a loving son,...

Jun 12, 2025

William "Bill" Bauer, 98, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at Prairie Pointe Assisted Living in Altoona, WI.

Born on September 9, 1926, in Red Wing, MN, to Ruth and Fred Bauer, Bill grew up with a strong sense of duty and service. At 17, he left high school to enlist in...

Jun 7, 2025

Rayma Donohue aged 76, of Eau Claire, WI, died of Parkinson's Disease, at Lake Hallie Memory Care, where she had been a resident for the last year and a half. Rayma was born in Chicago, IL. She trained a respiratory therapist and worked at hospitals in Illinois, Texas, Utah and Wisconsin. Rae was an avid gardener. She enjoyed crocheting,...

Jun 2, 2025

Lois (Thalacker) Lee peacefully passed away on June 2, 2025 at Oakwood Health Services in Altoona, WI, at the age of 88. Born to Edward and Ruth (Smith) Thalacker of Eau Claire, WI, September 11, 1936. Lois married LeRoy Lee on February 13, 1957 in Hennepin, MN.

Lois had a deep love for cats, and her home...

May 27, 2025

Patricia Lynn Swenson, 83, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on May

27, 2025. She was born on October 20, 1941, to Boyd and Dolores (Remen) Dacey in LaCrosse, Wisconsin. She graduated from Logan High School in LaCrosse with the class of 1960. She was active in many high school organizations.

Pat moved...

May 12, 2025

Beverly "Bev" Rohde (nee Polhamus) died peacefully at Prairie Pointe on Monday, May 12, 2025 in Altoona, WI at the age of 92.

Bev was born on December 14, 1932, in Eau Claire, WI, to Fredrick and Marie Polhamus.  She graduated from Eau Claire Senior High School in 1950. She married William (Bill) Rohde in 1952.  She...

May 10, 2025

Maxine I. Brickner, due to dementia related health issues, peacefully passed away on May 10th, 2025 at Our House Senior Living, Eau Claire, WI. The family would like to thank the staff of Our House, Moments Hospice and Mayo Clinic for her care. Maxine was born on August 31, 1944 in Devils Lake, North Dakota to Issac and Marvel...

May 5, 2025

Paula J. Sessions, age 66, of Eau Claire, WI.

On May 5, 2025, Paula was welcomed into heaven by God and her parents with opened arms. Paula was born in Chippewa Falls February 10, 1959, to Harold and Doris (Austin) Ducommun. Paula went to North High School and then met her future husband, Douglas Sessions in May...

May 2, 2025

Michael Joe Lahner went to his eternal home the day before opening fishing (May 2nd, 2025).  He passed away after a long battle with Lewy Body Dementia.

Mike was born June 22nd, 1948 to Derald and Gloria (Christenson) Lahner in Eau Claire, WI.  He was the oldest of 4 boys who all grew up in Shawtown.  He...

May 1, 2025

Kenneth N. "Ken" White, 85, of Eau Claire, WI, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on May 1. 2025. Ken was born May 26, 1939 in Eau Claire, WI to Norman and Vera (Wollum) White. He graduated from Regis High School in 1957. In 1959 he married Betty Blaha. Ken worked in the Grocery industry for over...