Obituaries

Jun 25, 2025

Jun 25, 2025

Linda Mae Larson, age 78, passed away on Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire.

Arrangements are pending.

Cremation Society of Wisconsin, Altoona is assisting the family.

Jun 23, 2025

Jun 22, 2025

Donald M. Dewitz, age 81, of Eau Claire, passed away with his family by his side at home on Sunday, June 22, 2025. Don was born on July 31, 1943 in Eau Claire to the late Marvin and Doris Dewitz. He grew up on the family farm.

He was an independent truck driver most of his life and worked for...

Jun 22, 2025

Timothy J. Prueher, age 68 of Chippewa Falls, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, June 22, 2025. He was born in Chippewa Falls to Donald and Janet Prueher on February 22, 1957.

He married Karen Golde on July 9, 1977.

Tim was a career truck driver of 44 years. He was always ready to help anyone and go hunting at...

Jun 20, 2025

Archie Edward Eckwright, age 79 of Eau Claire, passed away at home peacefully on Friday, June 20, 2025.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Leon T. Eckwright and Lillian E. Eckwright (Birtzer) and his brother Verlin L. Eckwright.

Archie is survived by sister and brother-in-law Charlotte (Pete) Rone; nieces and nephews: Tammy Miller, Dawn (Nick) Stevens, Randy (Sally)...

Jun 20, 2025

Doris N. Skille, 90, of Hayward passed away Friday, June 20, 2025 at Hayward Health Services. Cremation Society of Wisconsin, Altoona is assisting the family.

Jun 19, 2025

After a hard-fought battle with cancer, Elton (Punk) Henry Stephan of Fall Creek, was called home to heaven on June 19, 2025. His family surrounded him to say their last goodbyes, as he passed peacefully at the age of 70 and 3 months.

Born March 14, 1955 in Eau Claire, WI to August and Hulda (Klatt) Stephan, Elton grew up...

Jun 19, 2025

Lorraine E. Neumann, 101, of Rice Lake, passed away Thursday, June 19, 2025 at Our House Senior Living. Cremation Society of Wisconsin, Altoona is assisting the family.

Jun 19, 2025

Nicole M. Nasby-Cran, 54, of St Paul, MN passed away Thursday, June 19, 2025 in Star Prairie.

Cremation Society of Wisconsin, Altoona is assisting the family.

Jun 18, 2025

Joseph H. Buchholz, age 86 of Eau Claire, passed away on Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire.

Arrangements are pending.

Cremation Society of Wisconsin, Altoona is assisting the famiy.

Jun 17, 2025

Margaret A. Olson, age 99 of Eau Claire, passed away on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at the Lake Hallie Memory Care.

Arrangements are pending.

Cremation Society of Wisconsin, Altoona is assisting the family.

Jun 17, 2025

Joan Ruth Hoitink, 91, of Cedar Grove died on Tuesday June 17 th at The Classic at

Hillcrest Greens in Altoona Wisconsin where she resided the past 8 months.

Joan was born on February 28, 1934 in Cedar Grove, the daughter of the late Lester

and Jeanette DuMez. She graduated from Cedar Grove High School in 1952 and then

attended...

Jun 16, 2025

Dana Jean Janssen, age 48, of Eau Claire, Wisconsin, passed away on June 16th, 2025. Born on August 27th, 1976, to the late Daniel and Jeanne Janssen, Dana was a loving mother, devoted partner, and cherished friend to many.

Dana is survived by her beloved sons, Caleb Lau and Collin Lau (and his significant other, Bella); her significant other, Josh Linn;...

Jun 16, 2025

Debra (Debbie) Ann Smathers passed away on Monday, June 16th, with her close family at her side.

She was born in Tampa, Florida, to Harold K. Dorgan and Floy Ann Dorgan on December 27, 1953. Much of her childhood was spent across the United States and in Germany with her family while her father was stationed at Air Force bases.

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Jun 14, 2025

Diane Staves, age 74 of Eau Claire, passed away at Dove West on June 16, 2025.

Diane was born October 12, 1950 to George and Mildred Staves. She was raised the majority of her life by her mother after her father passed when she was 9. She graduated from Alma Center High School in 1968. After graduating, Diane found her...

Jun 12, 2025

Cynthia (Cindy) McGinnis (née Peterson), 71, of Eau Claire, Wisconsin passed away on June 12, 2025.

She was born to Eleanor and Dwayne Peterson on August 23, 1953 in Tacoma, Washington.

Cindy was born with spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy but she refused to let that define her. She accomplished a tremendous amount during her life and was an inspiration...

Jun 10, 2025

Jun 9, 2025

Barbara Jill Chatham (Barb), 66, of Strum WI, passed away on June 9th, 2025.

Barb was born in Milwaukee WI on July 29th,1958. She graduated from White Hall High School in 1976, and grew up with her four sisters and one brother.

Barb worked as a CNA for many years as well as cleaned for families and waitressed. Barb enjoyed...

Jun 8, 2025

Kevin Harris Stennes, 76, of Chippewa Falls, WI passed peacefully at home surrounded by family on the morning of June 8, 2025 after a long battle with Progressive Supranuclear Palsy. A private celebration of life will be held for close family.

Kevin was a loving Husband to Michelle for 35 years, a proud Father to 8 amazing children, and a...