In Memoriam: Dr. Eldon Hill Posted on May 4, 2023 by Eau Claire Community Foundation Dr. Eldon Hill and Morris the cat ECCF joins the Hill family in mourning the loss of Dr. Eldon Hill, who passed away on April 26, 2023, at the age of 102. During his long life, he improved countless lives both through his compassion as a doctor of obstetrics and gynecology and his generosity as a donor. Among his many other achievements, Dr. Hill established two Funds at ECCF to increase educational opportunities in Loyal, WI, where he was born and raised. The Draper Hills Scholarship… Read More »
In Memoriam: Sheriff Ron Cramer Posted on September 16, 2022 by support Sheriff Ron Cramer ECCF honors the life and contributions of Sheriff Ron Cramer, a longtime pillar of the Eau Claire community. Although he passed away on Sep. 13, 2022, his positive impact on the community will be felt for years to come. Funeral services for family, close friends, and law enforcement will be held at 10:00 am on Tuesday, Sep. 20, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Eau Claire. Public visitation will be held from 4:00 to 8:00 pm on Monday, Sep. 19, at Chippewa Valley Cremation… Read More »
In Memoriam: Marv Market Posted on June 1, 2022 by Eau Claire Community Foundation Marv Market ECCF joins the Market family in mourning the passing of Marv Market, whose work on behalf of the Eau Claire community has done so much to improve the area's quality of life. We're especially grateful for his significant role in creating and expanding ECCF. As members of ECCF's Society of Founders, Marv and his wife Sandy played an instrumental role in helping ECCF open its doors. Marv was also on ECCF’s founding Board of Trustees and served on its Investment Committee. His service has… Read More »
In Memoriam: Lois Bodeau Posted on September 7, 2021 by Eau Claire Community Foundation Lois Bodeau ECCF joins the Bodeau family in mourning the passing of Lois Bodeau, who contributed so much to her family and community. Donations can be made to the David T. Bodeau and Family Fund, which will help carry on Lois's legacy of caring and generosity. DONATE Checks can be sent to: ECCF/Bodeau Family Fund 306 S. Barstow St. Suite 104 Eau Claire, WI 54701 Read More »
In Memoriam: Shirley Hillman Posted on June 7, 2021 by Eau Claire Community Foundation Shirley Hillman Shirley Hillman, who recently passed away, was a shining light to her family and community. Click here to learn more about her life and accomplishments. The ECPD K-9 Fund, which supports the expenses of canine officers in the Eau Claire Police Department, was close to Shirley's heart; that's why her family is honoring her by collecting donations to this Fund. You can click the button below to donate, or you can write a check to ECCF/K9 Hillman and mail it to: Eau Claire Community… Read More »
New Fund Honors the Memory of Steven B. Lange Posted on March 22, 2021 by Eau Claire Community Foundation Family and friends have created a new fund in memory of Steven B. Lange, who passed away unexpectedly. Gifts to the Steven B. Lange Memorial Fund will honor his life by creating a positive impact in the community. Click here to learn more. DONATE Read More »
In Memoriam: Rachel E. Studt Posted on January 12, 2021 by Eau Claire Community Foundation Rachel E. Studt The family of Rachel E. Studt is honoring her life by collecting donations to the Story Builder Campaign for the L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library Expansion Fund in her name. Please click here to read Rachel's obituary. Donate in memory of Rachel Rachel and two of her children read to her nephew. Read More »
In Memoriam: Tracey Curtis Posted on January 8, 2021 by Eau Claire Community Foundation Tracey Curtis Donations to the Babbette's Seeds of Hope Fund are being collected in honor of Tracey Curtis, who passed away on Dec. 31, 2020. These gifts will support cancer research and patients going through cancer. Click here to read Tracey's obituary. Click here to learn more about the Babbette's Seeds of Hope Fund. Click here to make an online donation to the Babbette's Seeds of Hope Fund. Checks can be made out to ECCF/Seeds of Hope and mailed to: Eau Claire Community Foundation 306 S.… Read More »
In Memoriam: Jack Stromwall Posted on December 21, 2020 by Eau Claire Community Foundation Jack Stromwall We're sad to say goodbye to Jack Stromwall, who passed away on December 17. In addition to being a pillar of the community and the creator of two Funds here at ECCF, he was a Founder of the Eau Claire Community Foundation. Without the vision and generosity of Jack and his fellow Founders, we might not be here to support Eau Claire's nonprofits. You can learn more about Jack's life and accomplishments by reading his obituary in the Leader-Telegram. Jack was a strong supporter… Read More »
In Memoriam: Dr. Tom Grewe Posted on December 2, 2020 by Eau Claire Community Foundation Dr. Tom Grewe With heavy hearts, we bid farewell to Dr. Tom Grewe, who passed away on Nov. 25, 2020. Among his many contributions to our community, he was a Founder of the Eau Claire Community Foundation. Without the vision and generosity of Dr. Grewe and his fellow Founders, we might not be here to support Eau Claire's nonprofits. You can learn more about Dr. Grewe's life and accomplishments by reading his obituary in the Leader-Telegram. Make a Memorial Gift Memorial gifts made to the Grewe… Read More »