Barbara Louise Theiste
Aug 8, 2026
Barbara Louise (Zeman) Theiste, 91, passed away peacefully on August 8, 2026. She was born on September 2, 1934, in Richmond, Kentucky, the only child of Rudolph L. and Florence (Fritz) Zeman, and was raised in Madison, Wisconsin.
Barbara attended Bethany Lutheran College in Mankato, Minnesota, and began her career teaching in a private school in Arizona. On June 16, 1955,...
Jerry John Smith
Aug 3, 2026
Jerry John Smith, 89, passed away on August 3, 2026 at River Pines in Altoona with his high school sweetheart and loving wife of 68 years by his side.
Jerry was born October 5, 1936 in Eau Claire, Wisconsin to Leo and Evelyne Smith. Jerry married Kathryn (Kap) Rudd on May 5, 1959 and together they raised three boys.
He...
Melinda "Lindy" Swatkowski
Jul 27, 2026
Lindy Swatkowski entered the presence of her Savior on July 27, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
She was a beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend whose life was marked by unwavering faith, selfless love, and joyful service to others.
Lindy was the devoted wife of Jonathan for nearly 24 years. They met while attending Bethel University, where Lindy...
Darlene M. Garborg
Jul 24, 2026
Darlene M. Garborg, 84, passed away peacefully on July 24, 2026 at the Bloomer Mayo Hospital.
Darlene was born on September 9, 1941, to Arthur and Marion (Gran) Peterson at Whitehall, Wisconsin.
She graduated from the Osseo High School. She married Harold Melsness on July 18, 1959 and later they divorced. On September 30, 2000, she married Ivar Garborg and together they...
Bonnie Mae Newman
Jul 22, 2026
Bonnie Mae Newman, age 83, of Eau Claire, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on May 10, 1943 in Winona, Minnesota to Erwin & Nora (Viken) Sobeck. Bonnie lived a spirited life being married to her love Charles for 63 years and raising 7 beautiful children.
She embodied resilience, faith and a...
Diane Rose Boglitsch
Jul 12, 2026
Diane Rose Boglitsch (née Wegrzyn), 78, of Eau Claire, Wisconsin, formerly of Chicago, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 12, 2026.
Born on November 21, 1947, in Chicago, Diane was the daughter of Casey and Frances (Szczesniak) Wegrzyn. She spent much of her life in the Chicago area, where she was employed by various businesses and organizations throughout her career.
Diane...
Mary Ellen Solberg
Jul 10, 2026
Mary Ellen Solberg, age 104, of Eau Claire, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on July 10, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on August 10, 1921, in St. Paul, Minnesota, Mary Ellen lived an extraordinary life spanning more than a century. Through every chapter of her 104 years, she embodied kindness, resilience, generosity, and an unwavering devotion to her family, friends,...
Gerald William Rossow
Jul 2, 2026
Gerald W. Rossow passed away July 2nd 2026 in his home with his wife, Cheri by his side at 83 years old. Gerald was born in Eau Claire to Charles W Rossow and Mildred (Engevold) Rossow on May 9th 1943. Gerald served in the US. Army in Germany as an Atomic Demolition Munition Specialist. After serving in the Army, he...
Adam "Jason" Smith
Jun 30, 2026
Adam “Jason” Smith, age 51, born March 29, 1975, at Luther Hospital in Eau Claire, died on June 30, 2026 at Luther Mayo Hospital, in Eau Claire.
Jason attended Putnam Heights, Robbins Elementary, South Middle School, and Memorial High School. He attended UWEC for his college years, majoring in computer science and specializing in IT security. After receiving his degree, he...
Gloria Dawn Jones
Jun 30, 2026
With profound sadness and endless gratitude for the time we had, the family of Gloria Jones announces her passing on Tuesday June 30th surrounded by her loved ones. As a lifelong believer in God, she was known for her quiet strength and being a devoted wife and mother. Gloria spent her 93 years building a life centered around family, faith,...
Judith Ann Jones
Jun 29, 2026
In the early morning of June 29, 2026, as the sun was starting to rise, Judith Ann (Brand)(Bauer) Jones's spirit began its journey to whatever comes beyond.
She was born to Walter and Doris (Allwardt) Brand in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, on November 11, 1948, the eldest of three children. From a young age, it was clear that her passion was medicine....
Nancy Jo Weber
Jun 28, 2026
Nancy (Lundholm) Weber recently passed away at her home in Minneapolis, Minnesota, where she had lived for many years. Nancy was born on September 8, 1955, to Doug and Loretta Lundholm, and grew up in Eau Claire, WI. She would have been 71 on her birthday this year. From the get-go, Nancy was a strong-minded and independent person.
Nancy graduated...
Esther Krigsvold
Jun 24, 2026
On June 24, 2026 Esther Kay Krigsvold passed away just 4 days before her 61st wedding anniversary. Esther was born on October 6, 1944 in Shannon County, South Dakota on her family farm, the 5th child of Emmanuel & Katherine Yekel. After graduating from Bennett County High School Esther went on to complete Cosmetology school in Lincoln, Nebraska which is...
Ron A. Kopp
Jun 23, 2026
Celebrating the Life of Ron Arthur Kopp
Ron Arthur Kopp, a gentle and deeply kind soul, passed away peacefully at his home on June 23, 2026, while doing what he loved—tending to his garden. He was 72 years old.
Born on June 15, 1954, Ron grew up with a heart for his family and his community. He was a proud graduate of...
Mark Douglas Nelson
Jun 18, 2026
Mark Nelson of Eau Claire, WI, passed away on June 18, 2026, at Mayo Clinic Health System, at the age of 72. Mark courageously faced multiple health challenges over many years with strength and optimism.
He was born on April, 15th 1954, in Red Wing, MN. He grew up in rural Baldwin, WI. Mark graduated from Baldwin/Woodville High School in...
Shelley Rae Daringer
Jun 3, 2026
Shelley Rae Daringer, 64 of Eau Claire, Wisconsin peacefully answered a call to reunite with family, friends and her beloved pets on Wednesday, June 3, 2026 after a courageous fight with Metastatic Melanoma cancer. Shelley did not fear death, and knew that she would be warmly received by all who loved her and prepared for her arrival.
Shelley was born...
Paul Michael Trantow
Jun 1, 2026
Paul Michael Trantow, age 45, of Eau Claire, WI passed away peacefully on Monday, June 1, 2026.
Paul was born on February 16, 1981 in Wisconsin Rapids, WI to Michael and Kristi (Anderson) Trantow. Paul enjoyed long car rides, listening to music, and spending time with family and all those who watched over him at the REM-Wisconsin group home. Paul...
Dorothy Louise Wreford
May 25, 2026
Dorothy was born in 1924, in Brooklyn, New York. As an infant she traveled for 1 month across the Atlantic Ocean to Southern Africa. It was in Southern Rhodesia where she was raised on a mission station. Her dad was the preacher, and her mom taught. Dorothy played with the African children on the mission and learned their language of...
Dorothy Lee Hilfiker
May 20, 2026
Dorothy Lee Hilfiker (Dahlgren) passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday May 20, 2026.
Dorothy was born on July 25, 1945 to Lyle and Stella (Bignell) Dahlgren in Durand, Wisconsin. Her family moved to Colfax and lived there until their family home and business were destroyed by a tornado in 1958. Her family then moved to Eau Claire...
LaDonna J. Mahder
May 17, 2026
LaDonna J. Mahder, 96, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 17, 2026 at Cambridge Senior Living in Eau Claire, Wisconsin with family by her side.LaDonna was born on August 21, 1929 to Lawrence and Edna (Gunderson) Knudtson in Eau Claire, WI. She graduated from Eau Claire Senior High School in 1947 and many of the friendships she made during her...
