Obituary
Lois Fellenz
Lois Fellenz of La Crosse passed away peacefully on July 15, 2023 with her loving family by her side at the age of 88 at the Oakbrook Rehabilitation Center. Lois was born on March 19, 1935 to James and Norma (Sagaer) Stoeckly in La Crosse.
After graduating from Aquinas High School, she married Donald Fellenz and had 8 children. When she tragically lost her husband and son in a canoe accident, she returned to school and obtained her nursing degree to support her family. Lois was a nurse for the St Francis Nursing Home for 32 years always caring for others and making sure their needs were met. Lois’s pride and joy was her family. She quickly took on the role of Mother and Father to her children and did everything she could for them throughout her life. She was a regular at the ball parks watching her son’s and grandchildren play ball and was their biggest fan in everything they did, and she was their biggest hero. She enjoyed jazz music, bingo, playing games and cards with family and friends and was an avid Packer fan through ups and downs. Lois was also an active member of the Moose Lodge, American Legion Auxiliary and the VFW.
Lois is survived by her daughter Sally (Robert) Puent of Ringle, WI, sons, Michael of La Crosse, Matthew (Pam) of La Crosse, Martin (Joanie) of Onalaska, Myron (Tammy) of West Salem, Steven (Gina) of La Crosse and Paul (Michelle) of La Crosse. 13 grandchildren, Brian (Jodi) Puent, Kevin (Ciolagh) Puent, Nick (Erin) Fellenz, Morgan Fellenz, Michelle (Chad) Powell, Amy (Alex) Watrud, Marissa (Andrew) Oliver, Maggie Fellenz, Austin (Brooke) Fellenz, Peyton (Emily) Fellenz, Zachary Fellenz, Mackenzie Fellenz, step grandson Steven (Kelsey) Bachman. 14 great grandchildren, Damien, Griffin, Everett, Addison, Aubrey, Emmett, Clayton, Elsie Puent, Charlotte, Elizabeth, Sawyer Fellenz, Aimsleigh, Lincoln Powell, and Brady Bachman. Brothers, Donald (Diane) Stoeckly of Onalaska, David (Jini) Stoeckly of Onalaska, sisters, Carol Dahl of Janesville, Mary (Donald) Clements of Holmen, Judy (Harold) Smith of Onalaska, Patty (David) Post of La Crosse and Lynda Shepherd of Salem, OR. Sister-in-laws Sue Stoeckly of La Crosse, Diane Stoeckly of West Salem and many nieces and nephews.
She was proceeded in death by her beloved husband Donald, son Mark, parents James and Norma (Sagaer) Stoeckly, brothers James and Jerry Stoeckly. Lois’s final message to all, “Now I have begun my final journey. Please know that my wonderful family and friends have strengthened me and made my life rich and full. I can sum up in three words what I’ve learned about life. “It Goes On”! In lieu of flowers please direct memorials to the Freedom Honor Flight.
The family would like to thank the doctors and nurses at Mayo Hospital, Oakbrook Rehabilitation Center, and St Croix Hospice for their devoted care.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, July 28, 2023 at 11:00 am at The Gathering Place, 133 Mason St., Onalaska. Visitation will be held from 9:00 am until the time of the service. Interment will be held at the Catholic Cemetery in La Crosse. A celebration of life will be held on Friday, July 28, 2023 from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm at the Freighthouse Restaurant, 107 Vine St., La Crosse. Coulee Region Cremation Group is assisting the family.
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My dear Sister Lois was a treasure to our family. Even though she had to be the Matriarch of the family, she treated everybody with Compassion, and respect.
She would do anything she could to make our life easier. We will miss her dearly. We Love you Lois. ❤️
Matt and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you all. I didn’t have the pleasure of knowing Lois, but I know undoubtedly that she was an amazing woman and will be greatly missed. ❤️
Thank You Kristen
Lois was always ready for adventure .It was so much fun to share any event with her. Thanks for so many great memories.
Lois was always ready for an adventure.
Sharing any event with her was always a great time.
Thank you for the wonderful memories.
Rest In Peace Mom. Although you passed less than a week ago, we just want you to know that you are missed a ton but certainly not forgotten. I’m sure you are playing cards and bingo with Dad and Mark at this very moment, make sure you give them a hug from us all. Your spirit and the strength will live on in all us.
Your love for all us was never partial but equal. You were indeed the best mother anyone could ever desire to have!! Even though you are gone, we know you will always be with us!
Blessings on your family. Your mom will be missed. After your dad died, she had to be mom and dad. She did a great job. I wish we could have seen each other more. May she rest in peace. Arlene Sarnowski
Thank You Aunt Arlene, Your family was very important to my early years without dad and Mark. I never really expressed to you and Uncle Don and your sons; how much it meant to me. Thanks, Matt
Mom, You were an amazing parent. I was just looking through the ‘Stoeckly/Fellenz Connection’ family tree binder, that you and aunt Carol worked so very hard on. It is a masterpiece. I only mention it because; to be that amazing parent, with hand that was dealt to in 1967: you had to have born into an amazing family. and you doubled down by marrying into a family just a strong and amazing. I never really asked; but I bet us kids: through the years, must of had a network of clergy, scout leaders, teachers, coaches, friends, and other caring adults, watching out for us.
Thanks for allowing me some space to ramble on a little.
Please accept my/our late condolences for our cousin Lois. I am the daughter of Howard (Norma’s brother) and Darleene Sagear. I had the chance to meet this beautiful and gracious lady in 2016/17, when we came to visit our son (Joshua Bench), and daughter in law both working at the ULAX. My family moved from La Crosse when I was a four year old, so I lost a lot of bonding with family because of that. If you’re curious about what I can add to your/our family missing “branches” tree please feel free to reach out to me.