Obituaries

Jul 9, 2023

Billie JoAnn Hempelman, age 57, of Jump River, gained her wings on Sunday, July 9, 2023 after a long and courageous battle with breast cancer. A celebration of life will be held at 1 pm on Saturday, July 22, 2023 at the Jump River Community Center and inurnment will take place in East Thorp Cemetery at a later...

Jul 9, 2023

Caroline J. Phillips, age 74 of Wisconsin Dells, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 9, 2023 in Friendship, Wisconsin.

Arrangements are pending.

Jul 9, 2023

Teresa Ann (McDonald) Hering left this world on July 9, 2023 due to complications from Alzheimer’s Disease. Terry was born February 16, 1947, to Keith and Mildred (Northrup) McDonald in Canton, IL. She was the youngest of 7 and spent her childhood on the family farm near Genoa City, WI helping care for chickens, cows, cats, and dogs.

Jul 8, 2023

Elynda Van Wey, 86, of Conrath, died on Saturday, July 8, 2023, in Weston. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, July 15, at Glen Flora Lutheran Church with Rev. Christopher Martin officiating. Visitation will be held from 4-7 p.m., Friday, July 14, at Nash-Jackan Funeral Home in Ladysmith and also beginning at 10 a.m., Saturday,...

Jul 7, 2023

Janie Ann Lancaster Hieb, aged 87 years, passed away peacefully at the Grandview Care Center in Blair, Wisconsin, on July 7, 2023, surrounded by family.

She was born January 20, 1936, in Bloomington, Illinois, to Thomas and Marcella Lancaster.  Janie married Warren Hieb on November 12, 1955, in Henry, Illinois. Janie...

Jul 7, 2023

Thomas "Tom" Plucker (83) passed away peacefully on Friday, July 7 after an incredibly courageous battle with bladder cancer. He was surrounded by his loving family, with his wife Audrey holding his hand, as she had through Tom's 8-month cancer journey and 54 years of marriage. Anyone who knew Tom and Audrey, knew she had her hands full with...

Jul 6, 2023

Michael Lynn Gates, age 61, of Gilmanton, passed away at Luther Hospital surrounded by his loving children on July 6, 2023.

He was born on December 4, 1961 in St. Paul, MN to his parents Cindy and Jerry.

Mike began his early years of school in Altoona, WI before moving to Mondovi,...

Jul 4, 2023

Terrence Robert Crowe was born in Eau Claire on May 14, 1949, to Martin & Helen Crowe. He attended Catholic grade school in Austin, MN and Marinette, WI graduating from Catholic Central High School in Marinette in 1967. He graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from UW-Eau Claire in 1971 and went on to...

Jul 3, 2023

Harold F. Page Jr., age 85 of Fall Creek, passed away on Monday, July 3, 2023 in Eau Claire.  He was born in Detroit, Michigan on November 17, 1937 to Harold and Marion Page.

Harold lived in many places throughout his life.  He worked as an engineer on railroad cars and also as an aerospace...

Jun 30, 2023

Please share your favorite memory of Gerald to be included in a special keepsake book for the family.

Jun 30, 2023

Lovell Edward Golden

Lovell E. Golden, age 93, of Altoona, passed away on Friday, June 30, 2023 at Grace Edgewood in Altoona.

He was born in Eau Claire on April 20, 1930 to George and Grace (Ridgeway) Golden.  Lovell married Karen Lawrence in Eau Claire on August 21, 1965.  He loved going...

Jun 30, 2023

Polly Alyson Spenle passed away peacefully at home on June 30th after a prolonged illness. She was surrounded by her loving family and pets. Polly was born on April 16, 1971 to Jane and David Fremming. David and Jane divorced and Polly did not get a Dad until Jane met and married Arnie Rongstad. Arnie adopted Polly and she...

Jun 29, 2023

Venita Lorraine (Orton) Hill passed away at age 85 from complications of Dementia/Alzheimer’s on Thursday, June 29th, 2023, at the Hammond Health Center.  She was born the 11th of 12 children in Revillo, South Dakota on Friday, August 13th, 1937 to Andrew and Veta (Rogers) Orton.

Venita will be remembered for her sense of humor and love...

Jun 28, 2023

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Jun 28, 2023

Dennis Patrick Murphy, 76, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2023, at Oakwood Health Services in Altoona, WI.

He is preceded in death by many loved ones but most significantly his parents: T. Kenneth & Julia Murphy; and his loving wife, Martha C. (Mathews) Murphy.

He is...

Jun 25, 2023

Merle Ray Knott, age 75 of Trego, WI, went home to be with the Lord on June 25, 2023, after a 5 year battle with cancer.

Merle was born June 29, 1947, in Crookston, MN, to parents Henry and Pauline Knott.  As number 4 of 11 children, he was raised on a dairy...

Jun 24, 2023

Mike has resided at 730 Woodward Ave. for 5 years with his wife Bev. His life began at Luther/Mayo Hospital in Eau Claire, WI on May 3, 1947.

Due to his father, Melvin, being a dairy farmer, Mike developed a love for country life. He planted a large garden each year – especially sweet corn...

Jun 23, 2023

Please share your favorite memory of Christine to be included in a special keepsake book for the family.

Jun 22, 2023

Please share your favorite memory of Mark to be included in a special keepsake book for the family.

Jun 20, 2023

William Harold Lien, age 66, passed away on June 20, 2023, at UW Hospital in Madison. He was born August 9, 1956, the fourth son of Reginald and June (Valstad) Lien. He was baptized and confirmed at Burke Lutheran Church. In 1981, Bill met a blue-eyed woman named Debra Hein, who would later become his wife. They were married August...