Obituary
Alan L. Blencoe
Alan L. Blencoe, 70, of Holmen, passed away September 14, 2021. He was born in Black River Falls to Walter and Opal Blencoe. He was a proud veteran who served in Viet Nam. He continued to serve his community for 35 years in 911 communications with La Crosse Co. and Ft. Mc Coy. Al’s interests were his much loved Wisconsin Badgers, Milwaukee Brewers and the Green Bay Packers. Among his other interests were gathering with friends and family for good food and conversation, travel to far off places such as Israel with best friends or a short road trip. Everything to Al was an adventure. He also loved collecting books and people and he believed that one should never stop learning. Al will be greatly missed by Kathy, his family, friends, his church family and his community. Al is survived by his wife Kathy Edwards-Blencoe, one daughter Amy Blencoe, mother-in-law Betty Edwards, two sisters; Alice (Edward) Schaenzer, Shirley Finch, one brother Robert (Chris) Blencoe, brothers-in-law Bryen (Debra) Edwards and Allen (Dawn) Edwards, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and amazing friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and father-in-law Donald Edwards.
A Celebration of Life will be 11:00 am, November 11, 2021 at Olivet Beacon of Life Church, 2100 Bainbridge St, La Crosse. Pastor Jeremy Walloch will officiate. Visitation will be from 10:00 am until the time of services at the church.
Bob, So sorry for the loss of your brother.
Gary & Mary Ann
Milton College
1966
Kathy, so sorry to hear about Al’s passing. He was always a good friend and neighbor. We had many laughs together.
It was my pleasure and blessing to have known Al. My life was a lot better having him in it. My sympathies to you, Kathy and family. May God bless
Thanks for your kind words about Al
Al loved serving his community and being part of the family of public safety
Thanks for your kind words
My condolences to you Kathy, and family. As I have mentioned in our texting, may God’s Grace continue to surround you in the coming days. We know that Al is now singing in the Heavenly choir, and I look forward to joining him there whenever I am called!??❤️???
So sorry, Kathy. Al was such a great guy. He will be missed.
Thanks Dawn. He so admired your gift of healing.
I’m sorry to hear of Alan’s passing. We were classmates from kindergarten on to graduation. Also in Cub Scouts, Pack 3. Last saw him at our 50th class reunion, had a nice talk.
Sorry for your loss, Al was a good friend and one of the best dispatchers I worked with.
Clem, LCPD 79-2011
I worked with al at kroner hardware. I loved his personality and outlook on life! Strange how I was thinking of how I wish I could run into him again. Well
My condolences to Al’s family. When he was a dispatcher, I worked at Onalaska Police Dept. We met when he called & asked what flavor our aqua cars were,
I said, “Blueberry”. We then met face-to-face at a training of “How to Deal With Difficult People”. He had a sense of humor that only his family & friends understood. His family is in my prayers!
My condolences to Al’s family. Knew him many years as dispatcher. I will miss his posts on Facebook. Always brought a smile. Rest In Peace my friend.
Kathy, my condolences to you and your family. Al was a good friend and he will be missed. He did a lot of good things to better Fort McCoy and we will all miss him.
Thanks Mark. He was honored to be part of the Ft. McCoy family. He spoke so highly of you.
Always enjoyed Al’s comments at men’s club.
Will be missed.
My sincere condolences. Wish that I had got to know his better.
I’m so sorry for your loss, Kathy.
Thanks for your kindness
Kathy and family, My sincere sympathy ass you experience the loss of Al. Blessings and prayers!
Deb Schwab
Al enjoyed the classes that we attended with you. He thought that it was important to keep learning
Sorry to read about Al’s passing. He was a wonderful man
Thanks for your kind words
We are so sorry to hear about Al’s passing. Our condolences to all of his friends and family.
Kathy,
We were so sorry to learn of Al’s passing. What a special person he was and so enjoyable to visit with. May you find comfort in the many wonderful memories you have of your life together.
Sincere sympathy,
Wes and Dianne Panzer
Thanks for your kind words Diane. He is greatly missed.
To All of Al’s family- so very sorry for your loss. Al was a very kind hearted person and loved his sense of humor.
May you all find peace and comfort at this time.
Prayers for all your family.
Thanks for your kindness
Thank you for your kindness