Kevin R. Retzloff, age 74, of Colfax, WI, passed away on July 31, 2026, at The Neighbors of Dunn County in Menomonie, WI. Kevin was born in Menomonie, WI on March 4, 1952 to Richard and Donna Retzloff (Owen). He grew up in the Menomonie area and graduated from Menomonie High School in 1971. After school Kevin took a job with Brave Harvestore, where he worked for several years. Kevin married Loretta Bauer June 15, 1974 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Lima. Together they made

Tyler C. Hartung, age 41 of Menomonie, Wisconsin, passed unexpectedly on Monday, July 27, 2026, at the Mayo Clinic Health Systems-Eau Claire due to natural causes. Tyler was born on May 31, 1985, in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. He was the son of Charles Hartung and Mary Jane (Brunner) Duke, and brother of Erin (Hartung) Soules. Tyler grew up in Eau Galle and Menomonie, WI and graduated from Menomonie High School in 2003. He then went on to pursue a degree from Brown College in Minn

Jean Marie Retz, age 80, of Boyceville, WI went home to her heavenly father on July 28, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on a naval base in Oakland, California, and grew up in St. Paul, Minnesota. She began her career as an X-ray technician before marrying the love of her life, Gerald Retz, on May 14th, 1983. Together they built a wonderful life in Boyceville, WI, where Jean devoted herself wholeheartedly to her family, her faith, and her community. Je

Willard "Bill" Fee Bailey Jr. passed away peacefully on July 20, 2026 at the age of 84, leaving behind a legacy of wisdom, laughter, and lifelong learning. Bill was born on November 12, 1941, in St. Paul, Minnesota, the only child of Willard Fee Bailey Sr. and Mildred (Thielen) Bailey, he spent his life guiding others, fostering community, and sharing a great story. His passion for mentorship began in his early teenage years at the St. Paul YMCA Camp St. Croix, where he led c

Robert (Bob) Earl Fischer Jr age 82, of Elk Mound, WI passed away peacefully with his loving wife at his side after a long illness on Thursday, July 23, 2026, at Mayo Hospital in Menomonie, WI. Bob was born October 23, 1943, to Robert Earl Fischer Sr and Dorothy Fischer (Powers). He was the oldest of five children. He graduated from Eau Claire Memorial High School in 1961 and graduated from the University of Wisconsin Eau Claire with a bachelor’s degree in history and economi

Gerane Lois (Hoitomt) Stansbury, age 91, of Colfax, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, July 23, 2026. Gerane was born on October 15, 1934, in New Haven Township, Dunn County, Wisconsin, near Connorsville, to Morris and Stella (Strand) Hoitomt. Both of her parents were of Norwegian heritage, though they were born in the United States. She attended Bolen School, Peaceful Valley, and Oak Ridge School before her family moved to the Boyceville area. Gerane

Lynnette Rae (Fredrick) Ebert of Menomonie, Wisconsin, and Fort Clark Springs, Texas, passed away peacefully on July 16, 2026, at Glenhaven Nursing Home in Glenwood City, Wisconsin, at the age of 85. Lynn was the devoted wife of Richard "Dick" Ebert for 66 years and the loving mother of six children. Above all else, she was a child of God throughout her 85 years. That truth is the greatest blessing and comfort to her family and friends during this time. Lynn spoke boldly abou

Elizabeth Kilpatrick Strachan, age 88, of Menomonie, passed away peacefully on her 88th birthday, July 21, 2026, surrounded by loving family members. Liz was born on July 21, 1938, in Chicago, Illinois to William and Maxine (Harrington) Kilpatrck. She attended public school in Chicago, graduating from Bowen High School. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree from UW-Madison, MA in Library Science from UW Madison and MS in Educational Administration from UW Superior. She wa

Irene M. Johnson, age 84 of Colfax, WI passed away on July 8, 2026. She was born July 8, 1942 to Mavis (Burck) and Jesse Phillips and grew up in rural Menomonie. Irene married Edwin Johnson on January 11, 1960 and they were blessed with three children, Ranie, Lisa and Eddy. Irene and Ed enjoyed 65 years together. Irene worked several years as a bookkeeper for her Dad’s feed mill, once it was sold she later worked for the Spring Valley School District as a cafeteria cook, afte

Melissa Jane Dobczyk, nee McCarthy, passed away peacefully on July 10, 2026, at the age of 71, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on April 9, 1955, in Joliet, Illinois, Melissa was the daughter of Marcus McCarthy and Lorraine Spiers. She grew up alongside her siblings, Michael McCarthy, who preceded her in death in 1975, and her sister, Jacqueline Wiechec (nee McCarthy). Melissa dedicated much of her career to caring for others, working in healthcare in both Illinois

Daniel Francis Neisinger age 97, of Menomonie, WI passed away Friday, July 17, 2026 at Mayo Health System in Menomonie. He was born September 29, 1928 to Carl and Louise (Berends) Neisinger at home on the farm in the Township of Cady, St. Croix County Wisconsin. He was the second born of eight siblings. Dan graduated from the Spring Valley High School in 1947. Dan married Lois Roth on June 10, 1950 in Stanley Wisconsin at the home of Lois's grandmother. They enjoyed 76 years

Nancy L. Bjornson, age 102, of Menomonie Wisconsin passed away June 6, 2026, at her home, surrounded by family. Nancy was born February 5th, 1924, in Glenwood City, Wisconsin to Oscar and Laura Jacobson. She grew up in Glenwood City and graduated Glenwood City High School in 1942. Nancy married (Edward) Walter Bjornson October 23, 1943, in Glenwood City. After they married, Walter completed basic training in the Army and was deployed to Europe where he served for two years du

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 Irene Boda, age 87, of Boyceville, Wisconsin, was called home to be with her Lord on July 13, 2026. She entered into the eternal joy of Heaven, where she now rests in the loving arms of her Savior. Dorothy was born on March 30, 1939, in Menomonie, Wisconsin, to Ben and Emily (Klaenhammer) Holzhueter. She graduated from the Dunn County School of Agriculture (“Aggie”) in 1956. After graduation, Dorothy helped on her family’s farm and worked for DHIA in Menomonie for sev

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