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Leslie Eugene Waxon, age 89, of River Falls, WI, died on Friday, October 23, 2026, at his home in River Falls. Les was born on December 29, 1936 in Hudson, WI. He grew up in River Falls, graduating from River Falls High School with the class of 1955. Les served in the Wisconsin National Guard and was called to active duty during the Cuban Missile Crisis. On August 26, 1967, Les was married to Anne Borgerson at Ezekiel Lutheran Church in River Falls. Les farmed with his parents for many years. He worked at the International Harvester St. Paul Parts Depot from 1957 – 1996. He was an active member of Ezekiel Lutheran Church, where he served as an usher for many years. He was active in 4H and FFA in his youth and was particularly proud of his first place award for a statewide FFA speech competition. He was also a member of the Beldenville Snowmobile Club. Les enjoyed collecting farm toys, and he traveled to many toy shows. He and Anne liked to travel and enjoyed many bus trips all over the country. Les also enjoyed taking their grandkids to tractor shows and attending their sporting events, school concerts, musicals and recitals. Family camping trips were a favorite when Michele and Doug were young. Les and Anne participated in mission trips and other servant events with the Ezekiel Prime-Timers including volunteering with Habitat for Humanity. He was a kind, hardworking man with a quick wit. He enjoyed meeting people and was ready to strike up a conversation with anyone he met. He is preceded in death by his parents, Leonard and Marion Waxon; sibling, Charles Waxon; granddaughter, Marin Pretzer. Les is survived by his wife, Anne; children, Douglas Waxon, Michele (Matt) Pretzer; grandchildren, Mason, Madelyn, and Isaac; siblings, Phyllis, Jean, and Helen; and many nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. A Celebration of Les’ Life will be Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 11 a.m. at Ezekiel Lutheran Church, 202 S 2nd Street, River Falls, WI. Visitation will also be on Saturday from 10- 11 a.m. at the church. Interment will be in Greenwood Cemetery in River Falls. Arrangements are with Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services.
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Anne, Michelle and Doug, my condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. Les was a very nice person and a great neighbor back in the day. I’ll also inform Dana, Shari and Kevin. Take care🙏
Les was one of a kind. Every time he saw my husband and I he reached out to us with a smile, a handshake, and a hug. Les called me every year to wish me a Happy Birthday.as we shared a December birthday. Les and Anne were a caring couple with a strong faith and love of the Lord.. Bud and I will most definitely miss Les. Anne, you were truly an amazing wife to Les . We are grateful having the friendship of two caring people, but we know Les is with our Savior ,at peace and no longer ill.
Les was such a joyful man. His laughter was sure to brighten anyone’s mood. He will be greatly missed. Thoughts and prayers to Anne and the rest of the family. My sincerest condolences for your loss.
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