Obituaries

Nov 5, 2017

Caroline Rose Marks, 94, of Chippewa Falls, passed away Sunday, November 5, 2017 at the Chippewa Manor while under the care of St. Joseph's Hospice.

She was born January 27, 1923 to Oreste and Alessandra (Bargdella) Bonazza in Euclid, Ohio. She graduated from Euclid’s Central High School in 1941. Caroline married John “Jack” Gummerson on January 19,...

Oct 31, 2017

Dr. Robert Anthony Wescott was born on December 17th, 1928, the second born of Leah (LaVigne) and Garney Wescott. He died surrounded by his loving family on October 31st, 2017.

Robert had a full life of almost 89 years. He graduated from McDonell High School in 1946 and went on to enlist in the army. He served...

Oct 30, 2017

Leonard R. Dekan, 91, of Chippewa Falls, died peacefully at the WI Veterans Home in Chippewa Falls on Monday, October 30, 2017.

He was born on July 15, 1926, to Charles and Rose (Zwiefelhofer) Dekan in Cadott, WI. Leonard married Bernice Woodford on September 23, 1954. He served his country with the US Army during the Korean...

Oct 30, 2017

Lenore N. Overbeek, 98, of Chippewa Falls, formerly of Grant Park, IL died Monday, October 30, 2017 at Our House Memory Care in Chippewa Falls, and while under the care of St. Joseph’s Hospice.

She was born October 16, 1919 in St. Anne, IL.

On June 20, 1940, Lenore married John Overbeek. They resided in...

Oct 29, 2017

Ruth Jean “Jeannie” (Dorland) Crane, age 97, of Chippewa Falls, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 29, 2017 at her home with family at her side.

Jeannie was born in Chippewa Falls on January 18, 1920 to Dr. Leon and Esther (Anderson) Dorland. She grew up in Chippewa Falls and graduated from Chippewa Falls High School in...

Oct 22, 2017

Elaine S. Schmidt, 90, of Chippewa Falls, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 22, 2017 due to congestive heart failure. She is now watching over her family as she enjoys her eternal life in Heaven with God. The family wishes to express their thanks and sincere gratitude to the wonderful staff of Wissota Place and St. Joseph’s Hospice for...

Oct 19, 2017

Powers, John P., Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, age 75, died October 19, 2017, at home.

John was born in Denver, Colorado, to Harmelina Fregeau and James Powers. John is survived by his wife, Kathleen (Holleen) Powers; son, Shawn (Angie) Powers; daughter, Jennifer (Martin) Powers; and brother, James Powers. He was preceded in death by his parents, and sisters,...

Oct 18, 2017

Raymond Lewis Smith, 96, of Chippewa Falls, died Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at Our House Memory Care in Chippewa Falls while under the care of Interim Hospice.

He was born May 6, 1921 in Chippewa Falls to Elida (Larson) and Mathias "Matt" Smith. Ray grew up in Chippewa Falls and graduated from Chippewa Falls High School in...

Oct 16, 2017

Gloria E. Horne, 86, of Chippewa Falls, passed away surrounded by her family on Monday, October 16, 2017, at St. Joseph’s Hospital.

Gloria was born on a farm near Sand Creek on January 8, 1931, to John and Edna (Belknap) Gullickson. She attended school in Bloomer and graduated from Bloomer High School in 1949. She married Roger...

Oct 15, 2017

William J. “Bill” Woodruff, age 81, of Chippewa Falls, town of Woodmohr, died Sunday, October 15, 2017 at Mayo Clinic Health System, Bloomer.

Bill was born June 17, 1936, the son of Truman and Isabelle (Henneman) Woodruff. He graduated from Chi-Hi in 1954, then attended UW-River Falls for a time before joining the U.S. Army. Bill served...

Oct 13, 2017

Lisa (Simmerman) Moelter, went back to her soul life on the 13th of October at the age of 53. She is now watching over us as she enjoys her external life in Heaven with God.

Lisa grew up in the township of Cleveland, WI, where she enjoyed the outdoors by hunting, riding motorcycle, and water-skiing. She earned...

Oct 12, 2017

Daniel Bohan, age 63, of Chippewa Falls, died peacefully at his home with his family by his side on Thursday, October 12, 2017.

He was born December 19, 1953 in Chicago, Illinois to Mary (Wilson) and Eugene Bohan. He grew up in the Carpentersville area in suburban Chicago and graduated from Barrington High School, class of 1972....

Oct 11, 2017

Joan M. Bergerson, 88, of Chippewa Falls, died Wednesday, October 11, 2017 at Our House Memory Care.

She was born August 31, 1929 in the town of Colburn, Chippewa County, the daughter of William and Doreen (Brunette) Ouimet.

Joan married Alvin Bergerson on June 26, 1947. They resided in Chippewa Falls were Joan was a...

Oct 10, 2017

On October 10, 2017 after a valiant 16 year fight with heart disease and stroke, Joe received total victory over all of his afflictions when he was brought into the presence of the Lord. He was surrounded by his loving family when he walked into Glory.

Joe was born on May 26, 1948 to John and Veronica...

Oct 9, 2017

Alice A. Dun, 87, of Chippewa Falls, town of Eagle Point, died Monday, October 9, 2017 at her home while under the care of St. Joseph’s Hospice.

She was born March 20, 1930 in Chester, New Jersey, the daughter of Dora (Hallenback) and Angus Dun. She grew up in New Jersey and at the age of 20,...

Oct 6, 2017

Carmen Joyce Mower, 87, of the town of Lafayette, Chippewa Falls, passed away unexpectedly Friday, October 6, 2017, at Mayo Clinic Health System – Eau Claire. She was surrounded by family.

She was born September 24, 1930, in Britt, Iowa to Harold and Minnie (Fox) Higdon. Carmen graduated from Britt High School and then attended nursing school...

Oct 6, 2017

Arlene J. Zumbrock, 90 of Chippewa Falls, died Friday, October 6, 2017 at the Rutledge Home in Chippewa Falls surrounded by her family and while under the care of St. Joseph’s Hospice.

She was born July 6, 1927 in Chippewa Falls, the daughter of Emma (Gerber) and Robert McElroy. She was raised in the town of Arthur...

Oct 4, 2017

Roland Edward Shaurette, 48, of Chippewa Falls, left this world to meet his savior the night of Wednesday, October 4, 2017. He was born September 8, 1969 in Chippewa Falls to Nancy (Hendrickson) and Richard “Dick” Shaurette. He graduated from Chi-Hi in 1987. On March 27, 1993, Roland married his soulmate, Ingrid Eslinger. Roland’s wholehearted devotion to his family...

Oct 4, 2017

Jack L. Reams, 83, of Chippewa Falls, WI, formerly of Kirkwood, MO, died peacefully with his family by his side on Wednesday, October 4, 2017 at Sacred Heart Hospital in Eau Claire, WI.

Jack was born on March 1, 1934, in Ottawa, Kansas to Joseph and Millie (Warner) Reams. He graduated with a degree in Business Administration...

Oct 4, 2017

Gerald “Jerry” L. Clark, 64, of Chippewa Falls, passed away peacefully with his family by his side at UW Hospital, Madison on Wednesday, October 4th 2017.

Jerry was born on April 29th 1953, to Ronald and Barbara (Sneen) Clark in Chippewa Falls, WI. He graduated from Chippewa Falls Senior High. Jerry married the love of his life,...