David Reed Cook November 11, 1928 – October 27, 2025 David Reed Cook passed away on October 27, 2025, at the Mayo Clinic Health System hospital in Eau Claire, from complications after sustaining a fall at his home. He was 96 years old. Born in Abington township, a suburb of Philadelphia, David was raised in a close-knit and loving family with his older siblings Don and Dorothy and younger sister Donna Jean. His parents were a study in contrasts: his mother Nelle Reed Cook was

Pamela Mary “Pammy” Kay, age 71, of Elk Mound, WI, passed away peacefully at her home on October 30th, 2025. Pam was born on October 29th, 1954, in Hartford, WI, to Anne and Kenneth Kay. Pam lived a life marked by kindness, resilience, and an enduring love for those around her. Though she faced many challenges throughout her life, she met them with courage, humor, and an unwavering spirit that inspired everyone who knew her. Pam was friendly and outgoing, always quick to offe

Barbara Sue Mary Harris Brandt (“Bobby”) June 30, 1944 – October 29, 2025. Barbara Sue Mary Harris Brandt, known lovingly to friends and family as Bobby, was born on June 30, 1944, in Dayton, Ohio, to Robert Ford Harris and Mary Magdaline Haley Harris. She drew lifelong strength from her great-grandmother, Mary Magdaline Stocklin, whose courage in immigrating from Germany in 1860 deeply inspired her. Barbara is survived by her husband, Arthur Emanuel Brandt, and their childre

Mary Donihi York passed away peacefully at the Neighbors of Dunn County. Mary was born in Berlin, Germany, to Robert Mills Donihi and Mary Erma Donihi on January 31st, 1949. Mary spent many of her years growing up in Nashville, Tennessee. She married James York, and they had four children together. Over the years, Mary traveled around the world and later settled in Menomonie, WI. Mary had a zest for life and was a devoted Christian. Mary’s favorite place was either at the bea

Reinhard R. Schoening, age 89 of Menomonie, WI passed away October 29, 2025 at American Lutheran Home in Menomonie, WI. Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 13, 2025 at New Life Lutheran Church in Menomonie, WI with Pastor George Schrader officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Full obituary to follow . . . To share a memory, please visit obituaries at www.olsonfuneral.com

Scotty Eugene Sutliff, age 93, of Menomonie, WI passed away Thursday October 30th, 2025 at Parkview Assisted Living in Woodville, WI. Scotty was born December 21st, 1931 in Boyceville, WI, Dunn County to Bertha and Harvey Sutliff. He grew up in Boyceville and graduated from Menomonie High School. After graduation from high school, Scotty enlisted in the United States Air Force and served 4 years in Anchorage, Alaska. On June 7, 1972 Scotty married Bernice Jacobson at Little E

Frank Sheridan Kennett III peacefully passed at his home on October 28th, 2025 at the age of 81. Born in Asheville, NC in 1944 to Frank Sheridan Kennett Jr. and Suzanne (Fitch) Kennett, Frank graduated from Asheville High School in 1961, then known as Lee H. Edwards High School. Upon graduation, Frank joined the US Navy, and served from 1962 - 1972. He attended Western Carolina University, graduating in 1968, and earned his Masters degree from Tulane University in New Orleans

Awanda Lee Kumferman, age 86 of Menomonie, WI passed away on Friday October 24, 2025 at Our House Senior Living and Memory Care in Menomonie. She was born in Cass Lake, Mn on October 2, 1939. Awanda is survived by: Daughter, Bonnie (Mark) Neisinger of Menomonie WI; Sons: Robert Heath of Illinois, Ricky Heath of Eau Claire WI, Billy Heath of Menomonie WI, Randy Heath of Menomonie WI, Donald Heath of Menomonie WI; Stepdaughter Regina Kumferman, Eau Claire WI; Special friend Pam

Shirley Bengtson age 78, of Menomonie Wisconsin, passed away peacefully, Saturday, October 25, 2025. She was born in Eau Claire, Wisconsin on July 26, 1947 to Frederick and Hazel (Nasset) Frase. She attended Jobs Country School in the Town of Washington and graduated from Fall Creek High School in 1965. Shirley lived in Eau Claire until her marriage to Howard and they made their home in Baldwin, Wisconsin and in retirement they moved to Menomonie. Shirley and her husband Howa

James R. “Jim”, Wenzel age 86 of Menomonie, died Wednesday October 22, 2025, at The Neighbors of Dunn County with his wife by his side. Jim was born September 20, 1939, in Neenah, WI.  He was the son of James and Alice Wenzel and grew up in the Neenah area.  Jim attended St. Margert Mary Elementary and graduated from St. Mary’s High School in Neenah.  Jim served in the Marine Reserves and worked for Banta Publishing Company for 42 years, he also worked with cattle and horses.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Daniel Eugene Skillings who left this world peacefully on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at the age of 82. Dan was born on 12/4/42 to George and Orpha Skillings and grew up on the family farm near Dunnville, WI. Dan attended Durand High School. He held various jobs but ultimately settled on a bricklaying career as well as farming. He was known for his crazy tempo for getting work done and directing those around him to “Hurr

Steven J. Anderson, of Boyceville, WI, passed away on Monday, October 20, 2025, at his home. Steve was born in March 19, 1959 in Morris, MN, and grew up in Pine River, MN, where he attended high school. After graduation, he went on to Technical College for Truck Driving. He met Jean Christensen in Circle Pines, MN and they married a year later on August 24, 1996 and resided in Lino Lakes, MN. They moved to Wisconsin looking for hunting land and moved to Boyceville, a year lat

Gary Lee Buchholz, 87 of Elk Lake, passed away Sunday, October 19, 2025. Born on February 27, 1938, to Victor and Dorothy Buchholz (Dodge), Gary lived a life he enjoyed. From his weekly car auction adventures to making friends everywhere he went, he was especially proud to celebrate 37 years sober. He married Linda Matsen on July 8, 1967. During their marriage Gary had many careers that he was proud of. From his time at Peter’s Meats, to owning the Elk Lake Tavern, being a me

In Loving Memory of Darlene Helen Frank April 1, 1943 - October 20, 2025 With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Darlene Helen Frank, who left us peacefully on Monday, October 20, 2025. Born on April 1, 1943, to Leo and Verla Draeger, Darlene grew up with a kind heart, a quiet strength, and an enduring love for family, values that would define her entire life. On May 4, 1963, she married her soulmate, Charles Frank, and together they built not just homes, but a life filled

David James Noble “Nervy” age 71, born in Superior, WI, currently residing in Menomonie, WI passed away in his sleep after battling cancer. Nervy passed away in his home in Menomonie on October 20th 2025. Nervy was born on July 4th 1954 to Donald Noble and Marie (Buyteart) Noble. He attended Superior High school, graduating in 1972. After high school he moved to Colorado with his future wife Diane (Urbaniak) Noble. In 1985 they moved to Menomonie, WI before having their first

Dr. Wayne Edmund Barcus of Menomonie, WI, passed away peacefully on October 15th, 2025 surrounded by his loving family after a brief battle with leukemia, at the age of 94.  Wayne was a true renaissance man.  He had a lifelong joy of learning and was a quintessential people person.  Everyone who met him would gravitate to his infectious personality.  Born in the Northwoods of Minnesota near Bovey, he grew up on Little Island Lake where his family built and ran Wildview Lodge.

Richard Alan “Rick” Kruchten Rick passed away peacefully at 9:00 p.m. on October 17, 2025, with his dear friend by his side, after a very brief but courageous battle with cancer. Rick was born on June 6, 1956, in Buena Vista, Iowa, to John "Jack" and Carmen Kruchten. At the age of two, he moved with his family to Wisconsin, where he remained for the rest of his life. He married Sharon Angiolo in Menominee, Michigan. To the marriage, she brought four sons: Terry, Frank, Todd,

William H. Christoffersen, of Menomonie, WI passed away Saturday, October 18, 2025 at Luther Hospital in Eau Claire. William was born March 9, 1937 in Chicago, IL to Harold and Esther (Rognas) Christoffersen. He grew up in the Chicago area, graduated from Steinmetz High School, and attended the American Academy of Art in Chicago. Bill, as friends knew him, went into the army after graduation and served for 3 years. While in the army, he was in parachute “jump” school, Special

William “Bill” Thibado passed away on October 16, 2025, at his home in rural Downsville, as he wished to do. Bill was born on February 12, 1938, the oldest child of Don and Jo (Hubbard) Thibado, on the family farm in rural Downsville. He grew up with older sister Virginia (Karl Kunz) and younger siblings Jerry, John “Jack,” Jeanine, and Steven. After high school, he married Audrey Warren on December 30, 1955. Bill worked for his dad Don at Thibado Implement before enlisting i

On October 10, 2025, Eino E. Maki, a devoted family man and mentor to many, passed away in Menomonie, WI. Eino was born the youngest of six boys to immigrant parents, the late Toivo and Helmi (Mattinen) Maki, on May 2, 1936, in Ironwood, MI. Eino grew up speaking Finnish at home, playing ball with his brothers in the fields around Norrie and watching over his many nieces and nephews. Eino went on to raise six kids of his own, spending all of his free time with them, his wife