Machelle Ann Radtke, 61, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home on March 23, 2026. Born on March 9, 1965, to Robert and Suzanne Radtke, Chelley was raised in Elmwood, Wisconsin, and graduated from Elmwood High School in 1983. She later made her home in southwest Georgia for a number of years with her significant other, Lonnie Pierce, and their two children, Amber and Tanner. Eventually, she returned to Wisconsin where she spent many years working as a certified nur

Kent “Radar” Cran, age 62, of Wheeler, WI died unexpectedly Saturday, March 28, 2026, at his home. He was born August 21, 1963 in Eau Claire, WI to Lew and Lynda (Glenz) Cran. He grew up in the Menomonie area and graduated from Menomonie High School in 1981. After High School, Radar joined the Army and attended basic training at Ft. Leonardwood in Missouri. After basic training, he was stationed at Ft. Lewis in Washington state. He worked in hydraulic maintenance, servicing C

Beloved husband, father, grandpa and friend, Richard Allan Shoemaker age 74 passed away peacefully on March 26, 2026 following a long decline due to Lewy Body Dementia. Born June 11, 1951 to Dona and Otto Shoemaker in Beloit WI. (Shoe) as he was known to friends, grew up in Menomonie, WI and graduated from Menomonie Senior High School May, 1969. He was united in marriage to Linda Rhodes in August, 1969 and they later divorced. To this marriage, a daughter Kristine and a son J

Carol Mae Stevens peacefully exited her earthly domain on March 25, 2026, at Our House in Menomonie, after an impressively long and productive life. She was born to Emil and Mamie (Behling) Finder on December 8, 1928, and was raised on a fertile dairy, hog and chicken farm within Lucas township of western Dunn County. As the third of five children, she undoubtedly learned to assert herself with two older and two younger brothers. At the age of 17, Carol applied for a position

Phyllis Marie Williams, age 83, passed away Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire, WI. She was born June 11, 1942, in Menomonie, WI. She attended Hudson Road Grade School and later graduated from Menomonie High School in 1959. While growing up, she loved riding her horse Mazy. She enjoyed doing hair and graduated from Cosmetology School in 1970. She also liked to hunt. In 1971, Phyllis married Larry Williams and moved to the farm in the Little El

Peter Jon Samdahl age 64, of Menomonie, WI passed away Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at his home. He was born June 2nd, 1961 in Seattle Washington to C. David and Eda (Stokke) Samdahl. He grew up in New Brighton Minnesota where he attended grade school through 11th grade. He graduated from Lake Park High School in Roselle Illinois. He attended the University of Wisconsin – Stout where he graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Mathematics in 1983. He went on to work as a Busi

Arthur “Art” D. Hall, age 86, of Elmwood, WI, passed away on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, surrounded by his family at Mayo Clinic Health System – Eau Claire. He was born on March 14, 1940, in Elmwood, WI, to Stanley and Hazel (DeLong) Hall. Art grew up in the Elmwood area and graduated from Durand High School in 1958. After high school, Art left the family farm and landscaping business to work in construction for Wahl Brothers and later Shackelton Construction. Over the years, he

Marilyn Louise Arnsdorff (Delmar) age 94, of Mondovi, WI passed away on Monday, March 16, 2026 at the Neighbors of Dunn County. She was born on July 21, 1931 in Red Wing, MN to Fred Delmar and Wilmay (Hanson). She grew up in the Red Wing area and graduated from Red Wing High School in 1949. She attended nursing school and earned an LPN nursing degree in 1951. She went on to work at Miller Hospital in St. Paul, MN. Several years later she went back to school for a refresher co

Judy M. Krueger, age 78, of Boyceville, WI, passed away on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at her home. She was born on August 27, 1947, in Coy, Wilcox County, Alabama, to Robert and Mrytle (Dinger) Porter. While growing up, she lived in Alabama, South Dakota, and later graduated in San Diego, CA. In 1977, Judy graduated from the Pacific College of Medical and Dental Assistants program and worked most of her career as a medical assistant and later in billing and coding, retiring fr

Kendra Ann Kostman, age 78, of Boyceville, WI passed away peacefully at home March 9th, 2026 surrounded by loved ones. Kendra was born June 1, 1947 to Theodore and Marjorie (Hill) Zielsdorf. She was a graduate of Glenwood High School, Glenwood City, WI. After graduation Kendra went to work for St. Paul Fire and Marine in St Paul. Kendra met the love of her life Duane Kostman through a set-up by Kendra’s sister Marlene. Duane and Kendra were married on August 19, 1967. Kendra

Annette E. Nelson, 80, of Menomonie, WI passed away of unexpectedly of natural causes at her home Thursday, March 5, 2026. Annette was born November 18, 1945 in Menomonie, WI to William and Julia (Kirby) Werner. She grew up in the Menomonie area and graduated from Menomonie High School in 1963. After many years, she retired from her work at the Menomonie School District. In retirement she found great joy in the simple pleasures of life. She loved making cards and quilting. Sh

Anna Jean Voldberg, 24, of Menomonie, left us unexpectedly on February 18th, leaving a space in our lives that can never be filled. Anna was so many things to the people who loved her; a daughter who brought warmth into every room, a sister who could make you laugh even on the hardest days, a fiancée who dreamed of a beautiful future, and a friend who showed up with her whole heart. She had a gentle spirit, a giving nature, and a way of making others feel seen and supported.

Barry A. Smith, 85 of Boyceville passed away peacefully with family by his side on February 21st. Barry was born May 12th 1940 to George and Jane (Geving) Smith. Barry graduated High School at Glenwood City, WI in 1958. Immediately following graduation Barry enlisted into the Army. Barry was stationed in Korea for 4 years. During his enlistment Barry was a sharpshooter and paratrooper. Once out of the Army Barry attended U. W. Whitewater for business. Barry married Dorothy Ca

Connie Rae, age 79, a native of Menomonie, Wisconsin passed away Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at her home in Florida. Connie was born on February 13, 1946, in Menomonie, Wisconsin to James L. Weiss and Ruth V. (Jensen) Stoeklen-Weiss. She grew up in the Boyceville area but graduated from Mary D. Bradford High School, Kenosha Wisconsin on June 4, 1964. Connie was a licensed pilot, handwriting analysis expert, certified floral arranger & loved to plan & create parties for friends

Connie age 80, of Menomonie, WI passed away Wednesday, February 25th, 2026 at the Neighbors of Dunn County. She passed away after a battle with COPD and Pneumonia. She was born May 10th, 1945 in Eau Claire, WI to Roy Whiteside and Frances (nee Meyer). She grew up in Eau Claire and graduated from Regis High School. Connie married Don Holden April 24th, 1965 in Menomonie. They had 4 children together. They enjoyed going to NASCAR races, camping and a good cup of coffee. She lov

Dennis S. Dirksen, age 47, of Menomonie, Wisconsin, died on February 25, 2026. He was born on March 24, 1978, in Rockford, Illinois, to Karl Dirksen and Kelli (Ludwig) Cotey. He is survived by his children, Emily Dirksen and Mitchell Dirksen; Mother Kelli (Tyler) Cotey, brother Kyle Dirksen as well as many other family members and friends. He is preceded in death by his dad Karl Dirksen. Olson Funeral Home in Menomonie, WI is serving the Family. To share a memory, please visi

Lynn Mary Gust, 73, passed away Sunday, February 22nd peacefully in her sleep, after a short duration on hospice. Lynn is survived by her husband of 52 years, Les Gust; sons, Forrest & Fletcher Gust; daughter, Greer Gust; her two beloved grandchildren, Beau & Stella; and her fur babies Emma & Henny. From a young age, Lynn had a passion to learn and an innate desire to help others. She was a respected honors student at UWEC for several years with dreams of advocating for undes

Daniel R. Dean, age 61, of Menomonie, Wisconsin, passed away Friday, October 31, 2025, at The Neighbors of Dunn County after a long battle with cancer. Daniel was born on September 14, 1964, at Sandia Base in Albuquerque, New Mexico, to Marshall and Karen (Van Dinter) Rester. He lived in several places while growing up before settling in Appleton, Wisconsin, where he graduated from Appleton West High School in 1984. Daniel attended Fox Valley Technical College, where he earne

Olivia A. Sundby, age 48 of Menomonie, WI passed away February 16, 2026 after a courageous battle with breast cancer. She was born July 22, 1977 to parents Michael and Jeanne (Schlottman) Wendt in Brookfield, WI. In high school, Olivia met the love of her life, Steven. Together they built a life filled with love and laughter and were blessed with their son, Cooper, who was the center of Olivia’s world and her greatest joy. Olivia had a true gift for serving others. She gradua

Bruce J. Kistner, age 61, of Elk Mound, WI, passed away Monday, February 16, 2026, at home after a courageous battle with stomach cancer. He was born April 21, 1964, in Menomonie, WI, surprising his parents, Roy and Patricia (Burnell) Kistner, as Bruce was an unexpected twin. Bruce married Lori (Gotlibson) on October 24, 1987, at St. Paul’s Church in Menomonie, WI. Together they were blessed with a daughter, Samantha, who lit up their lives. Bruce proudly served his country i