Local obituaries for Barron County in Wisconsin.

Michael Selmer Severson

Mar 9, 2025

Michael Severson, age 80, passed away with his loving family by his side on March 9, 2025, in Chetek, Wisconsin.

Michael Selmer Severson was born on February 22, 1945 to Selmer and Beatrice (Wheeler) Severson of Sand Creek, WI. He was the youngest of three children. Mike graduated from Chetek High School. After high school, he trained...

Gordon Charles Lee Jr.

Feb 26, 2025

Gordon Charles Lee Jr, known as Bud age 89 of Chetek, WI, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at his Lee family home.

He was born May 12, 1935 in Superior, Wisconsin, son of the late Gordon and Crystal Lee. Bud grew up in northern Wisconsin and was an only son with four sisters. He...

Randall David Scott

Feb 19, 2025

Randall David Scott age 73, of Chetek, Wisconsin passed away Wednesday, February 19, 2025. Born on August 23, 1951, in Rockford, Illinois, to Robert and Sophie Scott. He is survived by two sisters, Rita Butterfield, and Roberta Corin, his brother, Rex Scott, and his son Caden Scott. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Sophie Scott,...

Christine Sophie (Dzimiela) Miller

Feb 16, 2025

Christine Sophie Miller (Dzimiela), 82, passed away on February 16, 2025, in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin.

Born on August 6, 1942, in Ladysmith, Wisconsin, Christine was the daughter of Paul and Helen Dzimiela. She carried the values of loyalty, love, and laughter throughout her life.

For 61 years, Christine shared a devoted marriage with her husband,...

Ray Eugene Gohde Jr.

Feb 14, 2025

Ray Eugene Gohde Jr., age 75, passed away on February 14, 2025, in Chetek, Wisconsin.

Ray was born to Darlene and Ray Gohde Sr. on February 26, 1949, in Ladysmith, Wisconsin.

Ray had a deep love for the outdoors, where he found peace and joy in fishing and hunting. These were not just hobbies for...

Helen Joyce (Reinfeldt) Pawlisch

Feb 10, 2025

Helen Joyce Pawlisch

On Monday, February 10, 2025, Helen Joyce (nee Reinfeldt) Pawlisch of Chetek passed away at Meadowbrook Nursing Home at the age of 92.

She was born in Reedsburg, Wisconsin on December 8, 1932, to Ervin and Viola (nee Schneider) Reinfeldt, and is survived by her son, Curt Pawlisch (Robin Carlson), and two...

Barbara Ann (Bethel) Folz

Feb 9, 2025

Barbara Ann (Bethel) Folz, age 82, passed away on February 9, 2025, in Bloomer, Wisconsin at Dove Healthcare Nursing Home.

Barbara was born on November 7, 1942, in Chetek, Wisconsin to George and Anna (Stana) Bethel.

Barb worked for many years as a waitress and cook at Dale's in Chetek. She had a...

Sarah Ruth (Rogers) Slayton

Feb 2, 2025

Sarah Slayton, age 88, passed away on February 2, 2025.

Sarah was born to Loren and Theo Rogers on June 23, 1936, in Chetek, Wisconsin.

Sarah was creative and crafty. She found joy in knitting and crocheting, creating beautiful, handmade pieces that reflected her talent and patience. Sarah also enjoyed the delicate art of embroidery,...

Darla Jean (Solberg) Garner

Feb 1, 2025

Darla J. Garner

Darla Jean Garner, 66, of Altoona, Wis., passed away unexpectedly at her home Friday night, Jan. 31.

Darla worked many years for Parker Hannifin in Chetek before retiring. She loved gardening, collecting antiques and autographs, going to garage sales, watching Bob Ross and Gunsmoke, and spending time with her kids and grandkids....

Joan Frances (Neibauer) Culver

Jan 28, 2025

Joan Frances Culver, age 89, passed away on January 28, 2025, in Chetek, Wisconsin.

Joan was born to Joseph and Clara Neibauer on July 19, 1935, in Eau Claire, Wisconsin.

No public services are scheduled.

The Burnham-Ours-Kolstad Family Funeral Home was entrusted with arrangements.

Selma Marie (Purintun) Walczak

Jan 28, 2025

Selma Walczak, age 97, passed away on January 28, 2025, in Burnsville, Minnesota.

Selma was born January 9, 1928, in Barron, Wisconsin to Leroy and Mary Purintun. She was raised on a small farm east of Chetek, Wisconsin, and graduated from Chetek High School in 1946. Selma married Stanley Walczak of rural Rusk County, on April 30,...

Sylvia Viola Kelly

Jan 28, 2025

Our beautiful Angel peacefully passed away from us early in the morning of January 28, 2025, with her loving family members.

Sylvia was born on August 21, 1936, in St. Paul, MN, graduated from Humboldt High School, and became a loving mother and housewife. After raising her 3 children, she worked for the Grannis and Grannis Law...

Elizabeth "Betty" Jeanne (Holmen) Robertson

Jan 18, 2025

Elizabeth "Betty" Jeanne (Holmen) Robertson, age 80, passed away on January 18, 2025, in Chetek, Wisconsin.

Betty was born to Elizabeth and Byron Holmen on May 28, 1944, in Cameron, Wisconsin.

In her earlier years, Betty began her career as a dog groomer, eventually transitioning to become a professional dog handler, where she found great...

Walter Edward Wheeler

Jan 5, 2025

Walter Edward Wheeler, age 90, passed away on January 5, 2025, in New Auburn, Wisconsin.

Walter was born to Hubert Earl and Scharlene Wheeler on September 30, 1934, in Lamb, Kentucky.

Walter had a deep love for nature, particularly for feeding and observing the birds and wildlife that visited his backyard. His time was often...

Gloria Diane Uggla

Dec 28, 2024

Gloria Diane Uggla, born August 24, 1937, in Chicago, Illinois, passed away peacefully on December 28, 2024, in Chetek, Wisconsin.

Gloria's remarkable life began when she was introduced to show business at eight. She was selected from over a thousand children and became part of the "Red Feather Kids" alongside Roy Rogers and Dale Evans on WGN...

Harold Walter Fredrickson

Dec 28, 2024

Harold Walter Fredrickson

October 9, 1943 – December 28, 2024

Harold Walter Fredrickson passed away December 28, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was at home in Chetek, surrounded by members of his loving family.

Harold was born Olav Muru on October 9, 1943, in Viljandi, Estonia,...

Edwin William Thompson Jr.

Dec 26, 2024

Edwin Bill Thompson, 94, passed away on December 26, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.

Bill was born August 16, 1930, to Edwin and Myrtle Thompson.  Bill graduated from Chetek High School in 1948.  During high school, he played and excelled in football, basketball, and also did some boxing.  Outside of high school Bill enjoyed ski jumping. ...

Karen Rae (Jaeschke) Perlberg

Dec 25, 2024

Karen Rae (Jaeschke) Perlberg passed away on December 25, 2024, in Chetek, Wisconsin, surrounded by her loving family.

Karen was born on November 14, 1962, to Shirley and Vernon Jaeschke in Janesville, Wisconsin.

Karen Perlberg, beloved wife of Jonathan Perlberg, married her high school sweetheart on September 15, 1985, in Beloit,...

Eric Daniel Olson

Dec 9, 2024

Eric Daniel Olson, age 44, passed away on December 9, 2024, in Chetek, Wisconsin.

Eric was born to Vicki (Hensel) Dvorak and Robert Olson on December 28, 1979, in Rice Lake, Wisconsin.

Eric was a lifelong resident of Chetek, Wisconsin, and a graduate of Chetek High School. After graduation, he quickly transitioned into the workforce,...

Bruce Edward Huppert

Dec 5, 2024

Bruce Edward Huppert, age 60, passed away on December 5, 2024, in Chetek, Wisconsin.

Bruce was born to Duane and Janet Huppert on May 19, 1964, in Hastings, Minnesota.

Bruce had an eye for interior design, having a special talent for making any place look wonderful. In his younger years, he enjoyed traveling. Bruce liked...