Jacqueline M. Lodzinski

Jacqueline M. Lodzinski (Jackie), also known as “Blue” passed away peacefully on July 5th,
2026 in Park Falls, Wisconsin. She was born on June 24, 1966 in Stevens Point, WI to parents
Jacob and Dorothy Lodzinski. She is preceded in death by both of her parents and leaves
behind her brothers John and Jamie Lodzinski, and her sister Jane Eley.
At the young age of 14, she met the love of her life, Chris Waltenberg. Together they had three
children: Rhiannah Waltenberg, Amy Miller (Craig), and Sarah McKnight (Joe). She was also a
proud grandmother to Ace, Nes and Sol McKnight, and Cam and Sophie Miller.
Jackie was a one-of-a-kind gypsy woman. She felt peace in nature, but the water is where her
soul belonged. She often said she “came from the water”. She was a strong, independent and
ever forgiving mom who raised her daughters with grace and ease. She was also an avid Stevie
Nicks fan and you could always find her dancing with her scarves floating around her to “Edge
of Seventeen” or “Gypsy” by Fleetwood Mac.
We will miss getting our butts kicked by her at cribbage, polka dancing with her in the yard, the
sound of her contagious laugh, and the healing hugs she gave. She will always be loved and
her spirit will live in our hearts for all the days to come.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Birch Street Funeral Service is assisting the family.
www.birchstreetfuneralservice.com