Obituary
Ellsworth Viner
Ellsworth Viner, 90 of Holmen, passed away Monday, January 2 at Mulder Health Care Facility in West Salem. He was born to Ellsworth and Amy Viner in La Crosse the oldest of 10 children. He graduated from Central and served in the U.S. Navy during WWII. He married Margery (Preidel) in June of 1948. One of his best memories was his trip to Washington D.C. on the Freedom Honor Flight accompanied by his daughter Pam. He loved to fish, play cards, and root for the Packers and Badgers. He and his wife of 68 years Marge enjoyed many summers at their cabin on the lake and winters in Apache Junction, Arizona. He was employed by Trane Co. for 39 years and Harry Viner Construction for over 25 years. He was a 64 year member of American Legion Post 52.
He is survived by his loving wife Marge and daughter Pam, both of Holmen. He is also survived by brothers Harland (Ruth) and Wayne (Joan), sisters Garnet Fleming (Len), Darlene Lassig, and Carole Whitbeck (Jan), sister-in-law Leslie Viner, his brother-in-law Eugene Preidel and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Eldon (Helen), Eugene (Ginny), Harold; sister Irene (Earl) Eveland, brother in law, Al Lassig; and sister in law, Sharon Preidel.
The family would like to thank the staff at Mulder for the wonderful care and compassion showed to Ells and to the family. The family requests memorials in his name be sent to Freedom Honor Flight in La Crosse or the Salvation Army –no flowers please.
The family invites you to a celebration of Ell’s life at Coulee Region Cremation Group, 133 Mason St., Onalaska on Saturday January 7, 2017 from 1 to 3 p.m. Ells would want all who attend to enjoy each other’s company and share sweets and treats. A private family internment will be held at a later date.
Coulee Region Cremation Group is assisting the family
I read of your father’s death in the Tribune, Pam. I always liked your dad. He was a good guy. I am glad that I knew him. Take care.
Mary
Pam:
I heard about your father’s passing and I wanted to extend my condolences. Knowing that you love to fish and it seems like your Dad liked to too, I wanted to share the following poem with you.
GONE FISHING
By Dalmar Pepper
I’ve finished life’s chores assigned to me,
So put me on a boat headed out to sea.
Please send along my fishing pole
For I’ve been invited to the fishin’ hole.
Where every day is a day to fish,
To fill your heart with every wish.
Don’t worry, or feel sad for me,
I’m fishin’ with the Master of the sea.
We will miss each other for awhile,
But you will come and bring your smile.
That won’t be long you will see,
Till we’re together you and me.
To all of those that think of me,
Be happy as I go out to sea.
If others wonder why I’m missin’
Just tell ‘em I’ve gone fishin’
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I wish you and your family my deepest sympathy.
Cathy
So sorry to hear of Ellsworth s death. He was a very good man. We enjoyed his company and friendship. We feel blessed to have know him