Obituary Listing

Dec 12, 2025

Phillip Pederson, age 87, of Colfax, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on December 12th, 2025, at the Beehive in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. He was born on June 7th, 1938, to Martin and Gladys (Hays) Pederson in Fall Creek, Wisconsin.

Phillip spent his early years in Fall Creek, where he met his soulmate, Bonnie Polinski. The two married shortly...

Dec 10, 2025

Patrick "Pat" Schindler, of Colfax, passed away surrounded by the love of his family. Pat spent his entire life doing what he loved most-farming. From sunrise to sunset, the farm was where he felt most at home. His dedication, strength, and work ethic were unmatched, and he took great pride in everything he did. Pat is survived by his...

Nov 17, 2025

Timothy Conrad Swenson, 69, passed away on November 17, 2025, in Elk Mound, Wisconsin Born on June 5, 1956, in Chicago, Illinois, Timothy was the son of Arnold and Jean Swenson. He spent his early years in Illinois before settling in Wisconsin, where he made his home. He is survived by his wife, Jan Swenson; his sons, Matt Swenson...

Oct 25, 2025

Beverly Alayne (Dehnhoff) Snyder

At the age of 86, Beverly Alayne (Dehnhoff) Snyder peacefully passed into eternal rest on October 25, 2025.

Beverly was born on April 14, 1939, to LaVerne and Alberta (Rogstad) Dehnhoff.  She was baptized, confirmed, and later married at St. Katherine's Church (Beyrer Settlement).

Raised on the family farm...

Oct 2, 2025

Twylia Evelyn Gotlibson Rose, age 92, of Elk Mound, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 2, 2025, at Colfax Senior Living in Colfax, Wisconsin.

Twylia was born on July 24, 1933, in Colfax, Wisconsin, to Avil Henry Gotlibson and Gladys Teodorah Sundem Gotlibson. She attended several small country schools in the Colfax and Elk Mound area....

Sep 28, 2025

Mary Jane O'Bryan, 80 of Menomonie, passed away on September 28, 2025, at Colfax Senior Living.

Mary was the second of three daughters born January 22, 1945, in Menomonie to Doc and Marcella (Traxler) O'Bryan.

Mary spent over 40 years working at Jerome Foods/Jennie-O, retiring at the age of 75.

Mary was an...

Sep 22, 2025

Bonnie Marie Pederson "Polinske" November 4, 1941 – September 22, 2025

Bonnie Marie Pederson "Polinske," age 83, of Colfax, WI, passed away peacefully on Monday morning, surrounded by loved ones.

Born on November 4, 1941, Bonnie was raised in Fall Creek, WI, by her parents, Hugo and Mable Polinski, alongside her seven siblings. Her life...

Sep 13, 2025

Patricia Ruth Stobb, age 61, passed away peacefully in her sleep on September 13, 2025.

She was born June 30, 1964 to Barbara and Orville Stobb in Chippewa Falls, WI.  Patty graduated from Elk Mound High School in 1982.  She excelled in her studies and was a member of the Pom Dance Squad and Choir.  She then...

Aug 25, 2025

Dorothy J. Young, 92, died peacefully on Monday, August 25, 2025 at Colfax Senior Living in Colfax, WI.

Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at Bethany Lutheran Church in Colfax, WI.  Visitation will be held from 10 – 11:00 am. Wednesday at the Church.  Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery in Colfax....

Aug 20, 2025

Daniel D. Donagan, 91, passed away Wednesday August, 20, 2025 at Mayo Clinic Health System, Eau Claire.

A Graveside Service will be held at 11AM Friday, September 5, 2025 at Hill Grove Cemetery, Colfax with Pastor Jordan Herrick officiating.

Aug 10, 2025

Charles Brady peacefully passed away at his home in Colfax, WI on August 10, 2025 at the age of 100.

He was born on October 13, 1924 in Staples, MN, to Percy and Maude (Knot) Brady.

Charles is survived by a son, Tracy (Kristine) Brady and daughter, LuWanna (Raymond) Eck and 14 grand children.

Jul 13, 2025

Joan Christine (Kurtz) Schneider October 28, 1938 – July 13, 2025

Joan Christine (Kurtz) Schneider, of Colfax, WI, formerly of Chippewa Falls, passed away peacefully surrounded by family. She was born on October 28, 1938, in Chicago, IL, to Margaret (Paul) and Victor Kurtz. After the passing of her father, Joan and her mother moved to Chippewa...

Jul 9, 2025

Nancy Beatrice Kane, 79, of Colfax, died Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at the Classic at Hillcrest Greens in Altoona. She was born July 7, 1946 in Woodstock, IL to Bartlett and Catharine (Carmichael) Loomis. She graduated in 1964 from Marengo High School in IL. She married Larry Osterberg on July 10, 1965 in Marengo. He was the love of...

Jul 8, 2025

Ralph "Buster" Victor Bradford died peacefully after a long courageous battle with cancer on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at the age of 90.

He was born on May 24, 1935, in Pine Island, MN to Ralph and Ida Bradford. They moved to the Iron Range where they lived in a tar paper shack. Then they moved to...

Jul 7, 2025

Susan Kay Jenson, 75, of Colfax, passed away, Monday, July 7, 2025 at her residence surrounded by her family. She was born February 1, 1950 in Menomonie, WI to William and Phyllis (Vradenburg) Stai. Susan worked numerous jobs in the community in addition to farming. She enjoyed many different hobbies and interests that included going to the casino, playing...

Jun 25, 2025

Clifton "Skip" Hill Skip passed away Wednesday, June 25, 2025 peacefully watching the sunrise and sunset of the Kachemak Bay in Homer, AK. He was born July 3, 1937 to Edna (Erickson) and Elmer Hill in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin.

He grew up in Colfax, Wisconsin enjoying family and the outdoors. One of his greatest childhood honors was...

Jun 16, 2025

Scott Allen Gunnufson, 48, of Colfax and Ojibwa, Wisconsin, passed peacefully among family on Monday, June 16th, 2025. He was born on August 18th, 1976, to Lyle Gunnufson and Joyce Sundstrom in Menomonie, Wisconsin.

Scott graduated from Colfax High School in 1995, where he went on to attend The University of Minnesota, obtaining a bachelor's degree in...

May 26, 2025

Kerry (Odegard) Saiko, age 50, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 26th at Mayo Hospital in Eau Claire, WI after a courageous battle with cancer. She was surrounded by her loving husband and daughter. Kerry was born on July 12, 1974 and was joyfully welcomed by her mother Ellen Odegard and big sister Elisha. From the beginning, Kerry carried...

May 2, 2025

Loren M. Bergeson, age 53, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, May 2, 2025. Loren was born in Eau Claire, WI on August 2, 1971, to Dennis and Karen Bergeson. The family lived in Eau Claire at the time. He later moved to Colfax attending much of his school years there and graduated in the class of 1990. He enjoyed...

Apr 17, 2025

It's with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Michael "Mike" John Kouba, age 50, on Thursday, April 17, 2025. Mike was born in Kenosha, WI, on October 15, 1974, to Mark and Barbara (Pagenkopf) Kouba. The family moved to Chippewa Falls in 1979. Mike graduated from Elk Mound High School in 1993. In November 2003 he married...