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Laurence "Larry" DodgeHillsdale, Wisconsin


Laurence Kim Dodge, 69, of Chetek, WI, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on June 6th, 2024, shortly after being diagnosed with glioblastoma.Laurence was born on December 14th, 1954, in Eau Claire, WI to Roy and Mavis (Newman) Dodge. He was raised on a dairy farm in Chetek, WI where he was the 3rd generation to farm the land. He graduated from Chetek High School in 1973 and attended college at the University of Wisconsin Eau Claire as a history major before returning home to...

Laurence Kim Dodge, 69, of Chetek, WI, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on June 6th, 2024, shortly after being diagnosed with glioblastoma.Laurence was born on December 14th,...

Carol MitchellChetek, Wisconsin


Carol Ann Mitchell peacefully passed away on May 27, 2024, in Marshfield, WI, with her loved ones by her side. Carol was born to Martin and Donna (Wood) Willhite on December 27, 1953, in St. Paul, MN. She is deeply loved and will be dearly missed by all who knew her.Carol had a passion for gardening and took immense joy in caring for her plants, decorating them with butterflies and angels. You could always find her at the local coffee shop with an extra dry caramel cappuccino and...

Carol Ann Mitchell peacefully passed away on May 27, 2024, in Marshfield, WI, with her loved ones by her side. Carol was born to Martin and Donna (Wood) Willhite on December 27, 1953, in St. Paul,...

Robert NewmanChetek, Wisconsin


Robert Gordon Newman, 85, of Chetek, WI passed away peacefully on May 6, 2024.Bob was born on January 16, 1939, in Eau Claire, WI to Gordon and Marie (Erdman) Newman. He grew up on his parent's farm in the town of Sioux Creek, Barron County. He graduated from Chetek High School in 1957. Bob married Cecilia Simon on September 3, 1960, at Notre Dame Catholic Church in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. He received a Bachelors degree from the University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire and a Masters...

Robert Gordon Newman, 85, of Chetek, WI passed away peacefully on May 6, 2024.Bob was born on January 16, 1939, in Eau Claire, WI to Gordon and Marie (Erdman) Newman. He grew up on his...

Dixie ConoboyChetek, Wisconsin


Dixie Jean Conoboy, age 65, of Chetek, WI passed away on May 1, 2024.She was born on January 29, 1959.Dixie was a loving wife to Mike Conoboy and a devoted mother to her children: Matt Neisler, Steven Neisler, Tonyia (Neisler) Swan, Michael (Chrissy) Conoboy, and Savannah Soldner.Dixie was known for her love of family, camping, and fishing. She also loved to play games, sewing, and woodworking crafts. She was always willing to help anywhere she could. Her infectious laughter that...

Dixie Jean Conoboy, age 65, of Chetek, WI passed away on May 1, 2024.She was born on January 29, 1959.Dixie was a loving wife to Mike Conoboy and a devoted mother to her children: Matt...

Barbara TietzEau Claire, Wisconsin


Barbara Ann (Wittrock) Teitz, 85 passed away peacefully on April 8th at Mayo (Luther) Hospital surrounded by family.Barbara was born to Francis and Rose (Spaeth) Wittrock in Cadott, Wisconsin on May 24, 1938.Married Marvin Duss, divorced. Then married Gene Tietz.She enjoyed fishing, playing cards, and co*cktail hour.Before she retired, she was a lunch lady at North High, Luther Hospital in surgery prep and bartended at several taverns.Barbara lived in Chippewa Falls,...

Barbara Ann (Wittrock) Teitz, 85 passed away peacefully on April 8th at Mayo (Luther) Hospital surrounded by family.Barbara was born to Francis and Rose (Spaeth) Wittrock in Cadott,...

James ThompsonCottage Grove, MN


James A. Thompson, 87, of Cottage Grove, Minnesota and formerly from the area, passed away on Saturday, March 30, 2024, at United Hospital in St. Paul, Minnesota.Services are currently undecided, and that information will be posted when it is available. Please check back.

James A. Thompson, 87, of Cottage Grove, Minnesota and formerly from the area, passed away on Saturday, March 30, 2024, at United Hospital in St. Paul, Minnesota.Services are currently...

Larry MenarekRusk Township, Rusk Count;;y


Larry R. Menarek, 85, of Chetek, passed away on Friday, March 29, 2024, at the Marshfield Medical Center in Rice Lake with his wife and son at his side. Larry was born on December 30, 1938, in Kenosha, WI the son of Robert J. and Vivian Menarek. Larry was a veteran of the United States Army, Larry enjoyed fishing, hunting, and being outside, which attracted him to move from Kenosha to Chetek after he retired from working in the Automobile Production Industry. Larry is survived by...

Larry R. Menarek, 85, of Chetek, passed away on Friday, March 29, 2024, at the Marshfield Medical Center in Rice Lake with his wife and son at his side. Larry was born on December 30, 1938,...

George PoredenChetek, Wisconsin


George Harold Poreden - 83 Love-filled years1940-2024George was born in Kenosha, Wis. on August 17, 1940, to Irene Pofahl and George Thomas Poreden. He passed on March 21, 2024. This is a loss to not only family but also neighbors, medical personnel, and many more. Anyone who had an encounter with him became his friend. He was a very wise man as he would read books galore and could answer almost every jeopardy question. He was a loving husband to Patricia Mae Manko, father to Tura Louise...

George Harold Poreden - 83 Love-filled years1940-2024George was born in Kenosha, Wis. on August 17, 1940, to Irene Pofahl and George Thomas Poreden. He passed on March 21, 2024. This is a loss...

Dennis OverbyChetek, Wisconsin


May 6th, 1941 - March 11th, 2024It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Dennis Raymond Overby, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Dennis departed peacefully at his home at the age of 82, leaving behind a legacy of remarkable achievements and cherished memories.Born in Chetek, Wisconsin, Dennis was a distinguished figure in both athletics and education. A standout athlete at Chetek High School, he excelled in basketball, baseball, and track. However, it...

May 6th, 1941 - March 11th, 2024It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Dennis Raymond Overby, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Dennis departed peacefully...

Maria BlaserChetek, Wisconsin


Maria Lynn Blaser, 49, of Chetek, Wisconsin, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Friday, March 8, 2024. Maria Houser was born on May 27, 1974, in Rice Lake, Wisconsin, the daughter of Albert and Nancy (Olson) Houser.Maria graduated from Rice Lake Highschool, in 1992. She loved the outdoors; she was an avid gardener and enjoyed home canning. She found pleasure in spending time caring for her floral garden during the summer. She looked forward to visiting local...

Maria Lynn Blaser, 49, of Chetek, Wisconsin, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Friday, March 8, 2024. Maria Houser was born on May 27, 1974, in Rice Lake, Wisconsin, the daughter of...

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