Terry Biddle

Terry Lee Biddle, 70, unexpectedly passed away August 1, 2023, in Tampa, Florida, while vacationing with wife Linda.  Born the oldest of three children on December 23, 1952, to Marvel and Leland Biddle in Stanley, Wisconsin; he grew up in the neighboring small town of Thorp, Wisconsin and later graduated from Thorp High School in 1971.  Marrying Minnette Jepsen in 1972; they had one daughter, LaShawn, and were later divorced.  On March 12, 1988, he married Linda (Brown) Ahnefeldt, who brought one son to the marriage, John, and together they had one son, Lee.

Hometown pride and an unwavering work ethic were sources of pride for Terry and among his core values that drove all his pursuits. He often reminisced about the many jobs he had starting at a young age including working at Soderberg’s Farm,  Haas & Sons, Midland Gas Station, Wifler Chevrolet,  and then for the Thorp Police and Clark County Sheriff’s Departments.  In 1975, he moved to Eau Claire, Wisconsin, and began his 20 year career with the Eau Claire County Sheriff’s Department holding many positions including jailer, patrolman, pilot, Duty Officer, Swat Commander and Detective Sergeant.  He retired from law enforcement in 1995. While working for the Sheriff’s Department, he also formed the companies Photo Card Specialists, Inc. and Awards & More, Co. currently celebrating 37 years in business under his and his wife’s ownership.  He gained many friendships and developed many connections in the business and transportation industries, as well as within the law enforcement community near and far. A flying, crime-fighting, Midwesterner through and through, Terry has left a lasting impression on everyone by treating every person as a friend whether he had just met them or had been life-long buddies . He will be truly missed .

Most importantly of all, Terry was proud of his family. He is survived by his wife Linda Biddle; children LaShawn (Travis) Nelson, John Ahnefeldt, and Lee (Alex) Biddle; grandchildren Tyler (Maranda) Nelson, Jacob Nelson, and Jameson Biddle; great grandchildren Tate Nelson, Liam Nelson and Rory Nelson; sisters Penny (Chris) Oelberg, Candy (Jeff) Meeker, brothers-in-law Mark Brown and Randy (Renee) Brown, sister-in-law Sheri (Jeff) Crabtree, nieces, nephews, other relatives and many many friends.

Terry is preceded in death by his parents Lee and Marvel Biddle, in-laws Lance Sr. and Margie Brown, brother-in-law Lance Brown Jr.,  niece Shanda Nusbaum, nephew Trent Nusbaum, special Uncle Billy, and his beloved dog Sox who is on a long walk with him now.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Terry’s memory, may be made to your favorite charity or to the Eau Claire Police Department K9 Fund by visiting eccfwi.org/fund/ecpd-k9-fund or by mailing a check to the Eau Claire Community Foundation at 306 S. Barstow St. Suite 104, Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54701. Please make checks payable to ECCF and put ‘K9’ in the memo.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 17, 2023, at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, 416 N. Dewey St., Eau Claire, Wisconsin, with Fr. Antony Joseph and Fr. William Dhien officiating. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, August 16, 2023, from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at the church and again on Thursday morning 1 hr. prior to mass.  Luncheon to follow mass on Thursday.  Burial will take place at St. Hedwig Old Cemetery in Thorp, Wisconsin; departure, approx. 1:15, after luncheon.

Due to the anticipated volume of cars around the church, shuttle service will be provided if you so choose. The Shuttle bus will circle approximately every 15 minutes. The parking and pick up point will be the Brickhouse Pub, 2233 Birch St. Eau Claire. Shuttle times 3:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, August 16 ^th and 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Thursday August 17 ^th . Return service after the funeral starting at approx. 12:00 p.m.  Shuttle service may be offered to transport individuals to the grave side service in Thorp if enough guests require this service.

With great appreciation from the family of Terry Biddle , it has been request that there be no semi trucks at the funeral services due to logistical issues. In lieu of this, a memorial convoy has been arranged for Friday, August 18th. This is open to all that would like to participate or view . Please visit the Terry Biddle Memorial Convoy Facebook page for times, staging and route information, as well as other event updates.

Stokes, Prock & Mundt Funeral Chapel, Altoona is assisting the family. Online condolences may be shared at www.stokesprockandmundt.com.