Obituaries

Aug 28, 2018

Edward M. Chenier, 82, of Chippewa Falls, died peacefully at Dove Healthcare West in Eau Claire, WI on Tuesday, August 28, 2018.

Ed was born to Edward and Josephine (Erpenbach) in Eau Claire, WI, on May 16, 1936. He graduated from Regis High School in 1954, worked on the family farm in Wheaton before going on to...

Aug 26, 2018

Gordon J. Gee, 91, of Chippewa falls died peacefully at home with his family by his sided on August 26, 2018. He was born on October 4, 1926, the son of Albert and Rhenilda (McKenzie) Gee in Superior, WI.

Gordy served in the Navy from 1944 -1946, during which he received his high school diploma from Superior...

Aug 24, 2018

Carol L. Gienapp, 74, of Chippewa Falls, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Friday, August 24, 2018 at St. Joseph's Hospital, Chippewa Falls.

She was born June 29, 1944 in Burke, South Dakota to Marian (McFayden) and Henry Horn. Carol’s first years of school were spent in a one-room country schoolhouse as the only student...

Aug 23, 2018

June L. Young, 93, of Chippewa Falls, died Thursday, August 23, 2018 at the Clearwater Care Center in Eau Claire.

She was born June 10, 1925 in Rusk County to Doris (Wiles) and Jack Plummer. She graduated from Chetek High School, then moved to Chicago.

After living in Chicago for seven years, she moved back...

Aug 22, 2018

Reinhold “Reiny” Ponick, 71, of Jim Falls, passed away on August 22, 2018 at University of Minnesota Hospital, from multiple organ failure due to pancreatitis.

Reiny was born in Stanley, WI, to Ben and Maizie (Graham) Ponick on October 2, 1946. He graduated from Stanley-Boyd High School with the class of 1964. After graduation he joined the...

Aug 16, 2018

Blanche A. Krohn, 98, of Chippewa Falls, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 16, 2018 at Our House Assisted Living in Chippewa Falls.

Blanche Peloquin was born June 15, 1920 in Chippewa Falls to Hazel (Colins) and Henry Peloquin. She attended Chippewa Falls area schools.

On September 12, 1936, Blanche married Walter “Wally” Krohn in...

Aug 15, 2018

Gary L. “Gearlube” Wellsandt, 61, of Chippewa Falls, village of Lake Hallie, died Wednesday, August 15, 2018 at Mayo Clinic Health System, Eau Claire.

He was born June 4, 1957 in Eau Claire to Jean (Pilhofer) and Donald Wellsandt. He grew up in Boyd and graduated from Stanley/Boyd High School in 1975.

Gary married Julie...

Aug 14, 2018

Evelyn M. Jacobson, 87, of Eau Claire, formerly of the town of Sigel, died Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at Dove Healthcare West, Eau Claire while under the care of Mayo Clinic Hospice.

She was born December 10, 1930, one of ten children to Melvina (Larson) and Fred Semple.

On March 23, 1957, Evelyn married Ervin...

Aug 11, 2018

Eugene H. “Baups” Rineck, 93, of Chippewa Falls, town of Wheaton, died Saturday, August 11, 2018 at the Clark County Rehabilitation Center in Owen, Wisconsin.

He was born May 11, 1925 at home on the family farm in the town of Wheaton to Otillia (Larson) and Harry Rineck. He graduated from Chippewa Falls High School in 1943....

Aug 10, 2018

David W. Gale, 56, of Ada, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on August 10, 2018. He was born on June 19, 1962, in Lima, Ohio.

David is survived by his wife, Barbara of Ada, OH; son, J.J. Gale of Ada, OH; three daughters, Davina (Michael) Ronn of Sierra Vista, AZ, Gretchen Gale and Tamera...

Aug 5, 2018

Julie A. Anderl, 59, of Chippewa Falls, died Sunday, August 5, 2018 at Sacred Heart Hospital in Eau Claire.

She was born January 31, 1959 in Chippewa Falls to Herbert and Janet (Rubenzer) Anderl. Julie graduated from McDonell High School, then attended UW-Platteville, earning her undergraduate degree in Criminal Justice. It was there that she met Brian...

Aug 5, 2018

Lavonne “Jo” Sippy, 88, formerly of Jim Falls, died peacefully at her home in Bloomer, with her family by her side on Sunday, August 5, 2018. She was born on January 29, 1930 to Leslie and Florence (King) Hayes in Chippewa Falls, WI.

Lavonne graduated from Chippewa Falls High School. On April 20, 1950 she married Marshall...

Jul 20, 2018

Larry G. Nordby, 64, of Chippewa Falls, died peacefully at his home on Friday, July 20, 2018. He was born to Hjalmer and Ardis (Back) Nordby on August 17, 1953 in Whitehall, WI.

Larry graduated from Chi-Hi. He enjoyed spending time with his family, shooting pool, playing cards, especially poker. Larry was a kind and gentle man...

Jul 19, 2018

Robert J. “Bob” McEathron, 48, of Eau Claire, died unexpectedly Thursday, July 19, 2018 at his residence.

Bob was born in Ladysmith, WI to Gerald and Patricia (Gerber) McEathron. He graduated from Lake Holcombe High School and took courses through Chippewa Valley Technical College.

Over the years Bob held various jobs in the Eau Claire...

Jul 16, 2018

Briella Marie Bergeron, 9 months and 18 days, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Monday, July 16, 2018. She was born to Amber Jacobi and Paul Bergeron, on September 28, 2017 in Eau Claire, WI.

“My little baby girl, you’re a blessing, a gift from heaven. My precious little angel, who I will always cherish and...

Jul 13, 2018

Ardell “Dell” Orville Streeter Jr., 77, of Chippewa Falls, died Friday, July 13, 2018 surrounded by his family while under the care of Mayo Clinic Hospice at Mayo Clinic Health System, Eau Claire.

He was born December 21, 1940 in Warrens, Wisconsin to Margaret (Alvard) and Ardell O. Streeter Sr.

Dell met the love of...

Jul 13, 2018

Carol J. Kammeyer, 77, of Chippewa Falls, died Friday, July 13, 2018 at Mayo Clinic Health System, Eau Claire.

She was born November 9, 1940 in Chippewa Falls to Eleanore (Peterson) and Glenwood Schaefer.

Carol attended high school in Sebring, Florida, class of 1958, where she also met her future husband, Lee Kammeyer. The couple...

Jul 11, 2018

Carol J. Dresel, 83, of Chippewa Falls, passed away on Wednesday, July 11, 2018, at Wissota Place in Chippewa Falls.

She was born on November 6, 1934 in Chippewa Falls to Harold and Myrtle (Christensen) Hoobler. Carol was a member of Jim Falls United Methodist Church.

Carol is survived by her daughter, Vicky (Frank) Bucheger;...

Jul 10, 2018

Kathleen Ann (Anglum) Johnson, age 75, of Chippewa Falls, died peacefully at home, surrounded by her family on Tuesday July 10, 2018.

Kathleen was born February 2, 1943 in Chippewa Falls to Ruth E. (Nowlin) and James P. Anglum. She grew up in a military family living all over the U.S., from Alaska to Washington D. C....

Jul 4, 2018

Donald H. Geske, 83, of Chippewa Falls, died unexpectedly at home on July 4, 2018.

He was born November 15, 1934 in Eau Claire to Gertrude (Hartwich) and Henry Geske. He graduated from Fall Creek High School in 1953.

Following high school, Don entered the U.S. Army in June, 1954 and served honorably until June,...