Obituaries

Paul L. Lisiecki

Paul L. Lisiecki

Nov 14, 2024

Paul L. “Polack” Lisiecki, 74, of Holcombe, died Thursday, November 14, 2024, at Mayo Clinic Health System – Eau Claire as the result of a car accident. 

He was born July 5, 1950, in Stanley, WI to Robert and Evelyn (Zywalewski) Lisiecki.

Paul “Polack” was and still is the hardest working man many people had the pleasure of meeting. He provided for...

Patricia A. Radke

Patricia A. Radke

Jan 18, 2025

Patricia A. Radke, 84, of Chippewa Falls, passed away peacefully under the care of St. Croix Hospice on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at the LakeHouse in Chippewa Falls. 

A private memorial service will be held.

Full obituary will appear soon.

Nick I. Cigan

Nick I. Cigan

Jan 16, 2025

Nick I. Cigan, 74, of Chippewa Falls, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 16, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family and loved ones.

On April 5, 1950, Nick was born to Peter and Betty (Baumgartner) Cigan in Chippewa Falls. Nick married his soulmate and the love of his life Jacqueline Barsamian on August 17, 1969, in Iron Mountain, MI.

Nick...

Grace M. Mrozinski

Grace M. Mrozinski

Jan 13, 2025

Grace M. Mrozinski, 87, of Chippewa Falls, died peacefully at home on Monday, January 13, 2025. She was born on August 20, 1937, to Frank and Helen (Ciernia) Mrozinski in Eau Claire, WI. 

Grace is survived by her brother, Richard (Dawn) Mrozinski; and sister, Kimberly (William) Haley.

She is preceded in death by her parents; and brothers, Robert, John and Jim Mrozinski.

A...

Robert L. Stevens Jr.

Robert L. Stevens Jr.

Jan 12, 2025

Robert L. Stevens Jr., 74, of Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, entered into the joy of the Lord on Sunday, January 12, 2025, at Mayo Clinic Health System – Eau Claire. 

Robert was born on September 27, 1950, in Chippewa Falls to Robert L. Stevens Sr. and Dorothy (Cartwright) Stevens. He placed his faith in Jesus Christ at a young age while attending...

Carol A. La Grander

Carol A. La Grander

Jan 12, 2025

Caroline A. La Grander, 90, formerly of Chippewa Falls, died peacefully under the care of Lawlis Hospice at her residence at High Point Senior Living in Port Washington, WI.

On December 6, 1934, Carol was born to Ignatz and Mary (Wirth) Weinfurter in Unity, WI. Following high school, she moved to Marshfield, WI, where she met Robert La Grander at a...

Eleanor Briggs

Eleanor Briggs

Jan 11, 2025

Eleanor J. Briggs, 88, of Chippewa Falls, WI passed away on Saturday, January 11, 2025 at the Mayo Health Systems of Eau Claire, WI. She was born on February 19, 1936 in Stillwater, MN to Fred and Irene (Chisholm) Hochstein. 

She is survived by her children, Nyla Kneifl, Wayne (Roxie Bauer) Briggs, and Ken “Bill” (Janell) Briggs; her grandchildren, Mike Kneifl,...

Richard Francis Lucas

Richard Francis Lucas

Jan 10, 2025

Richard Francis Lucas, age 77, of Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on January 10, 2025.

Born in Rice Lake, Wisconsin, Richard was raised in Bloomer. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire. This is where he met Barbara. They married shortly after and had five children. They lived in Chippewa Falls, where Rick was a science teacher...

Joy L. Neff

Joy L. Neff

Jan 6, 2025

Joy Lynch Neff, 80, of Eau Claire, formally of Chippewa Falls, WI departed on her last cruise on January 6, 2025 at the Mayo Clinic Medical Center in Eau Claire, WI.

Joy will be remembered for her colorful outlook on life & love for her cats. Joy knew no strangers, and her heart was full of charity. Joy supported multiple charitable...

Corinne J. Hakes

Corinne J. Hakes

Jan 6, 2025

Corinne was born on July 2nd, 1928, to John and Rosalia Proulx and returned to her heavenly home on January 5th, 2025.

After having 3 children, she became employed at the Northern Colony/Center and she worked there for many years. At the age of 60, she retired from there in 1988. Her and her second husband, Clarence Hakes took many trips...

Roger A. Kees

Roger A. Kees

Jan 4, 2025

Roger A. Kees, age 77, of Chippewa Falls, died peacefully, January 4, 2025.

He was born August 30, 1947, in Boston, MA to Galen and Bertha (Severson) Kees. Growing up as a military child, Roger lived many places, including Newfoundland and Florida, before the family settled down on the farm in Durand, WI. He played trombone and managed sports teams at...

Gregory D. Frisbey

Gregory D. Frisbey

Jan 2, 2025

Gregory D. Frisbey, 63, of Chippewa Falls, died peacefully at home on Friday, January 3, 2025.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. 

Monica L. Schneider

Monica L. Schneider

Dec 31, 2024

Monica "Monkey" Lynn Henning Schneider, 56, passed away on December 31, 2024, at Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, after a courageous six-month battle with cancer. 

Born on March 13, 1968, in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, she was the cherished daughter of Rudolph B. Henning and Cheryl E. Cigan. Monica graduated from Chippewa Falls High School and lived a life...

Gordon E. Haugli

Gordon E. Haugli

Dec 29, 2024

Gordon Ernest Haugli died at home on Dec. 29, 2024, at the age of 88. He was a strong and generous man throughout his life.

Born Feb. 9, 1936, in the midst of a blizzard on the family farm in Chippewa County and raised in Colfax, Gordon graduated from high school in 1954 and enlisted in the Air Force. He was...

Jocelyn Campbell

Jocelyn Campbell

Dec 27, 2024

Jocelyn M. Campbell, 95, of Chippewa Falls, died peacefully at Our House Assisted Living on Friday, December 27, 2024. 

She was born on December 21, 1929 in Glendale, CA to Robert W. MacNair and Helen Tanner. 

Jocelyn will be remembered for her volunteer work in many capacities around Chippewa Falls: at the Heyde Center with various performing arts shows, through her administrative...

Mareen L. Roach

Mareen L. Roach

Dec 26, 2024

Mareen Lee Roach, 84, of Chippewa Falls, WI passed away on Thursday, December 26, 2024 at the Lake Hallie Memory Care.

Mareen was born on January 13, 1940 to Gilmore and Marie (Espeseth) Gilbertson in Chippewa Falls, WI. 

She lived her entire life in Chippewa Falls, and was active in the Youth Hockey program during its formative years. Her and her husband,...

James W. Morrell

James W. Morrell

Dec 23, 2024

James W. Morrell, 95, of Lake Hallie, died peacefully at Mayo Hospital in Bloomer, WI, on Monday, December 23, 2024.

On April 6, 1929, Jim was born to Edward and Grace (Wallin) Morrell in Menomonie, WI. James graduated from Chippewa Falls Senior High School with the class of 1947. He attended the University Wisconsin Eau Claire, where he studied business and...

Vance L. Kohl

Vance L. Kohl

Dec 21, 2024

Vance L. Kohl, 87, of the town of Eagle Point, died Saturday, December 21, 2024, surrounded by family at Our House Senior Living, Chippewa Falls and under the care of St. Croix Hospice.

He was born November 3, 1937, in Rock Rapids, Iowa, to Louis and Mildred (Lillie) Kohl. He graduated from Luverne High School in Luverne, MN. Following high school,...

Bernard "Bernie" F. Blodgett

Bernard "Bernie" F. Blodgett

Dec 20, 2024

Bernard “Bernie” Frank Blodgett, age 91, of Elk Mound, WI, passed away on December 20, 2024, after a brief illness. He was born on June 24, 1933, to Chauncey & Hazel (Plemon) Blodgett. Bernie was the youngest of 5 children.

Bernie enlisted in the Marine Corp and was deployed to Korea as a Radio Operator. He was wounded on April 21,...

Arlene G. Brovold

Arlene G. Brovold

Dec 20, 2024

Arlene G. Brovold, 101, of Chippewa Falls, died peacefully at home under the care of Heartland Hospice on Friday, December 20, 2024.

On December 18, 1923, Arlene was born to Rene & Yvonne (Brazeau) Sarazin in Quebec, Canada. She was united in marriage to James E. Brovold in December of 1941.

Arlene is survived by her 2 children, 18 grandchildren, 40 great-grandchildren,...

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