Obituaries

Nona R. Higgins

Feb 18, 2025

Nona Higgins was born October 30, 1936 in Stevens Point, Wisconsin to Alma (White) and George Martens. She attended schools in the area graduating from Wisconsin State University (UWSP) in 1958. Her marriage to Thomas Higgins took place August 22, 1959 at St. Stephen's Church. The couple moved a few times and settled in Wisconsin Rapids where they raised their...

Jeffrey Becker

Feb 17, 2025

Jeff Becker, age 65 of Altoona, passed away on February 17, 2025 following a short, courageous battle with cancer.

Jeff lived the American dream. He enjoyed deer hunting, fishing and spending time at the cabin. He proudly served his country in the United States Army, was a lifetime provider and citizen. He was a friend to many, a best...

Christina Bhend

Feb 17, 2025

Christina K. Bhend, age 66 of Chippewa Falls, passed away on Monday, February 17, 2025.

Arrangements are pending.

Cremation Society of Wisconsin, Altoona is assisting the family.

Donald Pounds

Feb 16, 2025

Donald Wayne Pounds, age 79, of Holcombe, WI died in the loving presence of family at home on February 16, 2025. Don was born August 21, 1945 in Houston, Texas to parents Hilliard and Lula Lee Pounds. He is survived by his devoted wife, Judy Pounds, and his two children, Charlotte Eckenroth and Derek Pounds.

Don's life was defined by...

Shirley Walczak

Feb 15, 2025

Shirley Ann Walczak, 88 years young passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Saturday, February 15.

Shirley was born on December 27, 1936 in Harvey, Illinois. Shirley worked as a 911 Police Dispatcher for 11 years. Upon leaving the police department, she followed her dream of moving to Florida, where she worked at the Marriott Orlando World Center for...

Dougals Arkin

Feb 14, 2025

Douglas L. Arkin, age 75 of Eau Claire, passed away on Friday, February 14, 2025 in Eau Claire.

Arrangements are pending.

Cremation Society of Wisconsin, Altoona is assisting the family.

Gary Johnson

Feb 13, 2025

Gary D. Johnson, age 88 of Altoona, passed away on Thursday, February 13, 2025 at Prairie Point in Altoona. Gary was born on October 23, 1936 in Durand to the late Oscar and Louise (Mikelson) Johnson.

He married Marlene Garson and they were married for 62 years. Marlene passed away on January 10, 2019.

Gary enjoyed deer hunting, fishing,...

Charles Brantner

Feb 13, 2025

Charles J. Brantner, age 83 of Eau Claire, passed away on Thursday, February 13, 2025 at BeeHive Homes in Eau Claire. He was born in the Township of Lima, Pepin County, WI on October 13, 1941 to the late Joseph and Mary Brantner.

He grew up on a farm and loved farming. In high school, Charles played basketball. He graduated...

Aloys Prasnicki

Feb 13, 2025

It is with great sorrow we announce the passing of Aloys (Ollie) P. Prasnicki (85) on February 13, 2025. Aloys was born June 2nd, 1939, in Gilman, Wisconsin to John L. Prasnicki and Helen F. Prasnicki. He grew up in Forest Center, a small logging community in northern Minnesota. Upon returning to Wisconsin, Ollie held a variety of jobs including...

DeMaine Noskowiak

Feb 12, 2025

DeMaine E. Noskowiak, age 88, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on February 12, 2025, at Comforts of Home in Hudson, Wisconsin, and was reunited with his beloved wife, Marilyn, in Heaven. Born on March 17, 1936, in Antigo, Wisconsin, DeMaine lived a full and joyful life, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and dedication.

DeMaine was known for...

Crystal Kerner

Feb 11, 2025

Crystal L. Kerner, 70, of Spooner, passed away at Spooner Health on Tuesday, February 11, 2025. Cremation Society of Wisconsin, Altoona is assisting the family.

Sterling Standiford

Feb 11, 2025

Sterling J. Standiford passed away on February 11th, 2025 at the age of 86. Husband, father, mentor, public servant, but most importantly, Sterling understood the importance of lifelong friends.

Sterling was born on September 16, 1938, in rural Hillsboro, Wisconsin and attended a one room school before moving into the city. In his junior year, anew family farm was purchased...

Velma Buchholtz

Feb 11, 2025

Velma R. Buchholtz, age 93 of Eau Claire, passed away on Tuesday, February 11, 2025 in Eau Claire. She was born on August 3, 1931 in Neosho, Missouri to the late Lee Roy and Mary (Philliber) Hawes.

She was a bartender at Hobble Inn and Little Red's from 1974 to 1988. Velma had a wicked sense of humor and she called...

James Vasel

Feb 11, 2025

Jim F. Vasel, age 53, of Eau Claire, passed away on Tueday, February 11, 2025 in Chetek.

Arrangements are pending.

Cremation Society of Wisconsin, Altoona is assisting the family.

Michael Zblewski

Feb 10, 2025

Michael (Mikey) Zblewski age 82 passed away on February 10, 2025.

He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Michael was born on July 1, 1942 in Custer, WI where he spent his formative years. He went on to join the Army on August 7, 1959 for 3...

Patricia Schindler

Feb 10, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Patricia Ann (Barber) Schindler, age 71, on February 10, 2025, at Grace Lutheran River Pines in Eau Claire, WI, under the compassionate care of St. Croix Hospice.

Patricia was born on May 4, 1953, to Maurice and Amelia (Bowe) Barber.

Patricia began her career as a Certified Nursing...

Thomas Hebert

Feb 7, 2025

Thomas Paul Hebert joined the angels and saints on February 7th, 2025. He was born to Julius Hebert and Mary (Lotz) Hebert on May 17th, 1944.

He proudly served in the United States Army after receiving his draft notice on his 21st birthday. During his tour he received the Bronze Star for his meritorious achievement in ground operations against...

Eugene Dasher

Feb 7, 2025

Eugene Dasher, 78, went home to be with his Lord and Savior and his dearly missed wife on February 7, 2025.

Gene was born on February 13, 1946, to Otis and Anna Pearl Dasher in Savannah, Georgia.

He was a proud veteran, serving in the Air Force from 1965 to 1970, the National Guard from 1973 to 1991, and...

Richard Burkhart

Feb 6, 2025

Richard L. Burkhart, age 73 of Rice Lake, died unexpectedly on Thursday, February 6, 2025 in Rice Lake.

Arrangements are pending.

Cremation Society of Wisconsin, Altoona is assisting the family.

Arlene Halvorsen-Cutts

Jan 31, 2025

Arlene "Cookie" A. Halvorsen-Cutts, age 87 of Eau Claire, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Friday, January 31, 2025 at Oakbrook Health & Rehab in Thorp. Arlene was born on February 6, 1937 in East Chicago, IN to the late Michael and Ann Lawrence.

She was a member of the Elks Club and loved to camp, fish, dancing and...