Robert "Butch" "Bob" Eggen, 82, Menomonie, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by loved ones on Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Bob was born in St. Paul, MN on December 2, 1943, a son of the late Howard and Shirley (Fabrini) Eggen. He attended local schools and graduated from Alexander Ramsey High School in Roseville. Bob enjoyed a special relationship with his grandma Lil and carried those memories with him always. Soon after graduating, Bob enlisted in the US Navy. He served

Roger Garfield Lund age 81, of Menomonie, WI passed away Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at his home surrounded by his wife and children after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer. He was born August 20, 1944 in Menomonie, WI to Garfield Lund and Marcella (Knutson). He was raised on a farm near Menomonie and graduated from Menomonie High School in 1962. Roger married Carolyn Seitz June 30, 1967 at St Peter’s Lutheran Church in Elmwood. Together they farmed north of Menomonie and had

Dorothy I. Boda, age 87, of Boyceville, Wisconsin, passed away on July 13, 2026, at Mayo Clinic Health System in Menomonie. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, July 20, 2026, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Menomonie, with Pastor Stephen Oelhafen officiating. Visitation will be held at the church for one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow at Tiffany Cemetery in Boyceville. Full obituary to follow . . . To share a memory, please visit obituaries

Patricia A. Brown, age 88, of Menomonie, Wisconsin, passed away on July 13, 2026, at Our House Senior Living in Menomonie. Olson Funeral Home in Menomonie is assisting the family with arrangements. To share a memory, please visit obituaries at www.olsonfuneral.com

Dr. Ed Biggerstaff, age 92, of Menomonie, WI passed away on Friday, July 10, 2026 at The Neighbors of Dunn County. He was born on August 13, 1933 in Dallas, TX to Edwin and Hixie (Green) Biggerstaff. Ed graduated from Hillcrest High School, Dallas, TX in 1950. Later he obtained his Bachelor's Degree in Psychology (1957), his Master's degree in Clinical Psychology (1958) and his doctoral degree in Counseling Psychology and Student Personnel Administration (1963) from the Unive

Lawrence Leonard Supri (Larry) of Menomonie, WI passed away at the age of 67 on July 9th, 2026 at Mayo Clinic Health System in Menomonie, WI surrounded by his family. Larry was born in Baldwin, WI on September 2nd, 1958 to Wayne and Marilyn (Peterson) Supri. He grew up in Gilman Township and graduated in 1976 from Spring Valley High School where he excelled in basketball and baseball. High school is also where he met his future wife Connie; they were together for 53 years. La

Bernhard (Bernie) Leland Orfield passed away unexpectedly on July 8, 2026, at the age of 88. Bernie was born in Jackson, Minnesota, to Leland and Marie Orfield on April 24, 1938. He attended schools in the Minneapolis area and graduated in 1956 from Southwest High School in Minneapolis. He later graduated from Mankato State University with a Masters in Math and Science Education. Bernie married Mary Datta in 1965 and they had two children, Eric and Sue. Bernie had a fantastic

Life and Family James Arthur Dotseth, age 89, of Menomonie, WI, was welcomed into heaven on Monday, July 6, 2026. He was born on June 18, 1937, in Knapp, WI, to William and Henrietta (Stone) Dotseth. Jim grew up in Knapp, where he attended grade school, and graduated from Boyceville High School in the spring of 1956. Jim entered the Army and served as a photographer. While on assignment in New Orleans, LA, he met Patricia Carlin. They were married on July 30, 1960, at Knapp M

Viola Catherine Traxler, 91, Menomonie, died Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at The Neighbors of Dunn County. Vi was born in Menomonie, WI on June 19, 1935, a daughter of the late Leroy and Margaret (Simon) Rogers. She attended local schools and was a 1953 graduate of Menomonie High School. Viola joined the US Navy and served from 1955-1956 as a radio operator. On August 28, 1965, Vi married Raymond K. Traxler. She worked multiple jobs over her lifetime to support her family but a

Arden W. Alexander of Menomonie, WI, passed away, Monday, July 6, 2026 at Mayo Hospital in Menomonie. He was born July 10, 1932, at his home in Rice Lake, WI, to Robert Alexander and Wanda (West). He grew up on a dairy farm in the area and graduated from Rice Lake High School in 1950. Arden attended UW-Madison, graduating in 1954 with a bachelor’s degree in Animal Husbandry. Through the ROTC program he entered the U.S. AirForce and was stationed at Lackland AirForce Base in S

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dennis J. Guth, a cherished father and husband from Menomonie, WI. Dennis peacefully departed this life on Sunday, July 5, 2026, at the age of 75, surrounded by his loving children at the Mayo Clinic Health Systems. Dennis was born on May 13, 1951, in Waupun, WI, to John and Delores Guth (Belau). He lived a rich and fulfilling life, marked by dedication and passion. After graduating from Waupun High School in 1969, Denni

Lester Duane Johnson, age 95 of Menomonie passed away Friday, July 3, 2026 at American Lutheran Home in Menomonie. Lester was born February 14, 1931 on a farm in the township of Hay River near Wheeler, WI; son of Carl Invold and Rosie (Flug) Johnson. Lester was a lifelong member of the Hay River Lutheran Church and was baptized on April 12, 1931. He graduated from Colfax High School in 1948. Lester married Patricia Oberstadt on May 31, 1975 at Hay River Lutheran Church in Whe

James "Jim" A. Olson passed away peacefully at the age of 95 on Thursday, July 2, 2026, at his home in Menomonie, Wisconsin where he had been cared for by his daughter, Carla Olson, and other family members. Jim's life was grounded in a deep Christian faith that shaped every aspect of who he was. His generosity, humility, and willingness to serve his church, neighbors, and community reflected his unwavering commitment to putting God and his family first. Born on September 17,

In Loving Memory of Mary Catherine Christiansen (Hodges) June 27, 1950 – June 30, 2026 Mary Catherine Christiansen (Hodges), 76, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on June 27, 1950, in Saginaw, Michigan, Mary was the beloved daughter of Arthur Hodges and Elizabeth Hodges (Flynn). She proudly served her country by enlisting in the United States Army in 1975. After her military service, she met the love of her life, Roy

Daniel Soler was a kind and loyal soul who was passionate about changing the injustices found in a society that cares more about capital than the needs of the people. He believed that all people should have homes, food, safety, clean water, community care, and medical care. He never shied away from a discussion about how to increase the wages and reduce the costs of all those struggling to get by. In his role as the Financial Manager of WIMA (WI Milkweed Alliance), a local no

The checkered flag has waived for Robb Reisinger, whose race came to an end on January 21, 2026 after a long and brave battle with cancer. The green flag waved for Robb on March 21, 1964 to Dave and Pat (Wenner) Reisinger in Beloit, WI. After a short stop in Manitowoc and many hours spent with Grandpa Don in Rice Lake, he was on to his home track in Menomonie. It was in Menomonie that he met his crew chief, Laura Smalley, in 1985. She bought his 1967 red Firebird, and it wa

Sharon Dorothy (Rodey) Abbate (1946–2026) Sharon Dorothy (Rodey) Abbate, 79, passed away June 30th, 2026, after a battle with Parkinson’s. She was the beloved wife of Samuel Clifford “Cliff” Abbate. Born Sept. 3, 1946, in Cedar Falls to Louis and Eleanor Rodey, Sharon overcame childhood rheumatic fever, worked as a lifeguard, and married Cliff on Sept. 3, 1966. They lived in Texas during Cliff's Navy service, then Strum, WI, where Sharon delivered the Leader-Telegram. They se

Judy M. Hoyt, age 75, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2026, at Christian Community Homes in Hudson, Wisconsin, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Judy was born on October 5, 1950, in Hatchville, Wisconsin, to the late Elmer and Mabel Hannack. She was raised on the family farm as one of five children, where she learned the strong work ethic and caring nature that would define her throughout her life. She later met the love of her life, Ronnie Hoyt, and the two

Gerald “Jerry” Kenneth Miller, 82, of Menomonie, passed away on Tuesday, June 23, 2026. Jerry was born on August 25, 1943, in Menomonie to Lavern and Ida Miller. He grew up in Menomonie and spent much of his life in the community he proudly called home. On August 12, 1988, Jerry married Naomi, and together they shared many happy years. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who cherished time spent with family. Jerry enjoyed traveling and taking

Dennis Dale Swenby age 63, of Downing passed away unexpectedly on June 21, 2026 in Hudson Township. He was born on March 24, 1963 to Douglas and Avis(Stoner) Swenby in Menomonie WI. He went to school in Glenwood City where he played many sports and held the school record for the 100-yard dash for many years. After school he went to work in the construction field and in 1987 joined the Local 139 Engineers/Operators Union where he worked for 38 years until his retirement in Jun