Gordon V. Hetchler

Gordon Vern Hetchler, 81, passed away at Dove Healthcare in Bloomer on Monday, July 15, 2024. He was born on September 19, 1942, in Cornell to Francis and Helen (Halvorson) Hetchler. He married the love of his life, Cindy Lou Woodcock, on September 6, 1969, in Chippewa Falls. Together they lived and raised their children in Bloomer, New Auburn, and Tilden.

Growing up, Gordon loved to farm with his dad, and was eventually able to own his own hobby farm in New Auburn. He enjoyed woodcutting and camping at Wapogasset Lake in Amery with family. Gordon worked for Uniroyal-Goodrich Tire Company for many years.  He loved to fish and hunt, and was always up for a good game of checkers or sheepshead with family and friends. He will forever be remembered for his altruistic nature, always putting others first, and his willingness to help anyone out that needed a hand.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Cindy Lou Hetchler, in 2015; his parents, Francis and Helen Hetchler, and half-brother, Kenny Hetchler.

He is survived by his children, Traci Hetchler of Ft. Myers, FL, Tricia (Dan) Wilkinson of Chippewa Falls, Tony (Jackie) Hetchler of River Falls, and Todd Hetchler of Tilden; 4 grandchildren, Ashley, Elizabeth, Matthew and Evan; 2 step grandchildren, Emma and Vinny; and 1 great grandchild, Kyla; a brother, Gary (Bonnie) Hetchler; and a half-brother, Neal Hetchler; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Private graveside services will be held at the Bloomer Cemetery. Olson Funeral Home in Bloomer is assisting the family. Online condolences may be expressed at olsonfuneralhomebloomer.com