Obituaries

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...

DeWanna Tanner

Feb 9, 2025

DeWanna D. Tanner, age 63 of Eau Claire, passed away on Sunday, February 9, 2025.

Arrangements are pending.

Cremation Society of Wisconsin, Altoona is assisting the family.

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...

Ronald Malek

Jan 30, 2025

Ronald D. Malek, 72, of Deer Park passed away Thursday, January 30, 2025 at Willow Ridge Healthcare in Amery. Cremation Society of Wisconsin, Altoona is assisting the family.

Thomas Lekvin

Jan 29, 2025

Thomas F. Lekvin, age 85 of Altoona, passed away on Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire.

Arrangements are pending.

Cremation Society of Wisconsin, Altoona is assisting the family.

Lori Rogness

Jan 29, 2025

Lori Lynn Rogness, 67, died peacefully in her sleep, in her home on Wednesday morning, January 29, 2025. Lori was born in Whitehall WI on August 24,1957 to Donald and LaVon Rogness. She was raised in Osseo and graduated from OFHS as salutatorian. She attended University of WI-Madison and CVTC, before settling in Eau Claire and later Altoona.

Lori will...

Karen Derdzinski

Jan 28, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Karen Derdzinski of Bruce, Wisconsin, who passed away on January 28, 2025, at the age of 64, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Levi and Leona Lewis;...

Ronald Lewis

Jan 27, 2025

Ronald Allen Lewis, 67, of Holcombe passed away January 27 in Weston WI. He was born July 3, 1957 to Levi and Leona Lewis in Sandwich IL. He moved to Wisconsin and worked a number of years at Weathershield Co. in Ladysmith, WI. He enjoyed fishing and hunting in every season. He also enjoyed cooking and barbecuing for friends...

Virginia Markin

Jan 27, 2025

Virginia "Ginn" Dawn Markin, nee Allen, age 91, passed away on January 27, 2025, at Azura Memory Care in Eau Claire, WI, where she was dubbed "Director of the Sunshine Committee" for social activities and where she received outstanding and loving care.

Virginia was born in Spanaway, WA on February 10, 1933. Around 1941, the family moved to the...

Connie Driscoll

Jan 27, 2025

Connie Rae Driscoll (Segerstrom), 74 of River Falls, WI, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, January 27, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones.

Connie was born in Hudson, WI. Connie was the daughter of "Gramps" or "Connie" Conquer and Adeline (Grass) Segerstrom on November 23, 1950.

She attended school in Hudson, WI and graduated with the class...

Andre' Simmons Jr.

Jan 25, 2025

Andre' G. Simmons Jr., age 21 of Chippewa Falls, passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2025 in Eau Claire.

Arrangements are pending.

Cremation Society of Wisconsin, Altoona is assisting the family.

Barry Lancette

Jan 25, 2025

Barry was born on December 3, 1951, son of Robert and Bernice (Rivard) Lancette. He grew up in rural Eau Claire with five siblings. He graduated from Altoona High School in 1970 and then enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps, proudly serving for 6 years at bases in North Carolina, Hawaii, and Japan. Following his service, he returned to Eau...

Helga Federiuk

Jan 25, 2025

Helga R. Federiuk, age 92 of Mondovi, passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2025 at Mondovi Home Place.

Arrangements are pending.

Cremation Society of Wisconsin, Altoona is assisting the family.

Judy Matchey

Jan 24, 2025

Judy Matchey, 86 of Eleva, WI passed away Friday, January 24, 2025, at her home in Strum. She was born to Bjarne and Irma (Gerri) Norheim, on January 4, 1939, in Milwaukee, WI. She graduated from Eleva-Strum High School in 1957. Judy was united in marriage to Don Matchey on September 21, 1957, having celebrated 65 years prior to his...

Betty Christner

Jan 23, 2025

Betty Jean Christner, age 80 of Elk Mound, passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2025 at Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire. She was born in Eau Claire on September 11, 1944, to the late James and Ellen Wampole.

Betty took great pride in her family. Spending time with her kids, grandkids and great-grandkids was her treasure. A favorite...