Obituaries

Jan 19, 2022

Deane E. Flackey, age 94, of the Town of Eagle Point, Chippewa County, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2022, at home on Boot Lake surrounded by his loving family.

Deane was born on April 18, 1927, to Hanna (Nyhus-Boiteau) and Thomas Flackey in Chippewa Falls. He married Beverly “Bev” Lothian in Minnesota and together they raised two...

Jan 16, 2022

Russell D. Kazda, 90, of Altoona, formerly of Chippewa Falls, died Sunday, January 16, 2022, at The Classic at Hillcrest Greens in Altoona while under the care of Mayo Clinic Home Health and Hospice.

He was born December 17, 1931, in Chippewa Falls to Adolph and Della (Monpas) Kazda.

Russ graduated from McDonell High School...

Jan 14, 2022

Terry L. Michels, 47, of Chippewa Falls, died peacefully on Friday, January 14, 2022, at Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire.

Terry was born on June 12, 1974, to Thomas and Goldene (Priem) Beighley in Eau Claire. She graduated from Chippewa Falls High School with the class of 1992. Terry was united in marriage to Jeff...

Jan 14, 2022

Josette A. Jewett, 90, died peacefully on Friday, January 14, 2022, at her home at Havenwood Senior Living in Onalaska, WI after a battle against lung cancer.

Josette is survived by her son, Dennis (Heather) Downing and two stepchildren, Darrell “Buster” (Marilyn) Jewett Jr. and Sally (Jack) Purvis; and sister-in-law, Ruth Ann Jewett. She was preceded in...

Jan 8, 2022

Marilyn Janice Skatrud, 85, of Eau Claire, formerly of Chippewa Falls, died Saturday, January 8, 2022, at Marshfield Clinic Hospital in Eau Claire.

Marilyn was born at home in Bode, Iowa on July 9, 1936 during the hottest fourteen days on record. Marilyn was raised in Humboldt Iowa, being the youngest of five. Marilyn was nine years...

Jan 4, 2022

After a courageous battle with cancer, Dana Amans (born May 6, 1968), left the loving arms of her husband to be with the angels on January 4, 2022.

After many years of courtship, Dana finally got Rich to say “yes to the ring” and they were married January 6, 2018.  Rich insists she only married him for...

Jan 2, 2022

Paul D. Smith, 89, of Chippewa Falls, died peacefully on Sunday, January 2, 2022, at Dove Healthcare West in Eau Claire.

Paul was born in Chippewa Falls to Arlie and Ruth (Wick) Smith on August 12, 1932. He proudly served his country with the United States Air Force. Paul was stationed in Texas, Illinois, Delaware, Maine, Thule...

Jan 1, 2022

George A. Szotkowski, 72, Town of Hallie, Chippewa Falls, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2022, at his home with his loving family by his side.

George was born on February 16, 1949, in Ladysmith, WI, son of Arthur and Millie (Lybert) Szotkowski. He was the second oldest of 12 children growing up on a farm near...

Dec 28, 2021

Gordon D. Olson, 79, of Chippewa Falls, died peacefully on Tuesday, December 28, 2021, at Sacred Heart Hospital in Eau Claire.

Gordon was born on June 26, 1942, to Julius and Ruth Olson who preceded him in death.

He is survived by his two older brothers, Carleton and Julian; and several nieces and nephews.

Dec 27, 2021

Audrey Lein, 94, of Chippewa Falls, died Monday, December 27, 2021, at Our House Senior Living in Chippewa Falls.

Audrey was born September 22, 1927, in Queens Village, NY to Roderick and Violet (Fenty) Riddle.  Audrey was a native New Yorker before moving to Wisconsin in 1992 to be closer to her son Rod and his family....

Dec 27, 2021

Frederick “Fred” D. Spickler Jr., 85, of Chippewa Falls, passed away peacefully in the care of Mayo Comfort Care on December 27th, 2021.

He was born on August 23rd, 1936, to Frederick Sr. and Glady (Thurm) Spickler, at home, in Chippewa Falls.

Fred enjoyed traveling for many years and drove charter busses to many states....

Dec 26, 2021

Sybil J. Johnson, 74, of Stanley, died at home on Sunday, December 26, 2021, while under the care of St. Joseph's Hospice.

No services will be held at this time.

Dec 26, 2021

Edgar A. “Ed” Piel, 63, of Chippewa Falls, died Sunday, December 26, 2021, at Sacred Heart Hospital in Eau Claire.

Ed was born on February 8, 1958, to Edgar and Lois (Erdman) Piel.  He grew up in Augusta and graduated from Augusta High School. He lived in various places in California and Colorado before settling in Chippewa...

Dec 24, 2021

Keith A. Tarbox, 65, of Lake Hallie, died unexpectedly at his home on Friday, December 24, 2021.

Keith was born to Ardell and Marilyn (Denning) Tarbox, in Elmhurst, IL, on November 23, 1956. After high school Keith served his country with the National Guard until his Honorable Discharge. He worked at the Chippewa Area Ambulance as an...

Dec 21, 2021

Gary J. Gonyer, 71, of Chippewa Falls, died peacefully at Marshfield Medical Center in Eau Claire on Tuesday, December 21, 2021. Gary was born to Isedore and Mabel (Cook) Gonyer in Rice Lake, WI, on January 25, 1950.

Gary graduated from Rice Lake High School with the class of 1969. He was united in...