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Neil Frank Jennings

February 19, 2024 | 8 comments

Neil Frank Jennings, 87, of Holmen, WI, passed away peacefully on Feb 6th, 2024 at Caretta Senior Living Center surrounded by his family  in Holmen, WI.  He was born on Nov 25th 1936  to Anna Belle Potts & Russell Owen Jennings.

Neil spent most of his life in the La Crosse area and owned/operated Jennings Appliance Service.  He was a avid hunter and collector of classic cars._Neil was known for his ability to repair anything from appliances, to cars and everything in between.  He would often be found in his garage tinkering and talking with his neighbors.  He spent lots of time with his favorite cat Webster.  He will be missed for his keen sense of humor and ability to make everyone laugh and smile.

Neil is survived in death by his son Jeff Jennings and his brother Raymond Jennings.

He is preceded in death by his wife Marcia Jennings, Mother Anna Jennings and Father Russell Jennings.

The family would like to thank Bill and Pam Bendel for their support and assistance over the last year and to all of his friends.

In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to donations to Coulee Region Humane Society in Onalaska, WI.  In keeping with Neil’s wishes, there will be no services.

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8 Comments

  1. Kathy Hove

    He will be missed but not forgotten. He was a friend of our family and I recall him and my dad out in the garage talking old car stuff and also of him fixing our appliances. Wonderful man. Rest in Peace Neil from the family of Ernie Anderson.

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  2. Pam Bendel

    I was fortunate to get to know Neil after Marcia passed away. Bill and I helped in a number of ways to empty his house to prepare for sale. Bill and Neil became best buddies during that time. Neil has left us with fond memories.

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  3. Laura Lee-Fugina

    Neil and Marcia were the best friends and neighbors you could have. Yes…Neil could fix anything and Marcia could cook anything. Together they were like another set of parents to me. Neil missed Marcia greatly after she passed and during our visits we would talk about the memories we shared. I know they are both at peace now that they are together…..with many fond memories ~ Laura Lee – Fugina….

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  4. Ruth Spencer

    I met Neil as my neighbor at Heritage…..He was always such a delight to visit with and always good for a laugh….Sorry, I did not get to visit him when he moved to LaCrosse…..miss his good disposition…Blessings and sympathy to his family..

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    • Lori Stellick

      Neil was a great friend of our family. The friendship was several decades long. Our dad and Neil enjoyed many trips to Wyoming deer hunting as well as in Wisconsin. He was like a member of our family. He passed on our Dad’s birthday February 6th, I hope Dad greeted Neil in Heaven, that would be very fitting. We love you Neil, the family of Curt Davis.

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  5. Andrea Schnick Trane

    My deepest sympathy to Neil’s family. I have fond memories of Neil being at my house growing up whether it was for a chat with my family or help with a repair. I last saw Neil at my dad’s funeral 5 years ago and he kindly dropped off a cherished gift for me at my house shortly after that. He was a kind man that left a lifelong impression on me.

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  6. Mike Beckman

    I worked for Neil in 1980 and 81… I will always remember the fact that he gave a young guy a chance and that he taught me a lot. God rest hiis soul and my condolences to the family.

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  7. Greg Fenton

    Neil was a great neighbor and friend. Together, Neil and Marcia were like family in the time that we knew them. My kids will always have great stories and memories of them both. I think they had that effect on everyone that knew them. I pray that Neil and Marcia are together and happier than ever!

    Our love and condolences to Neil’s family. He was never shy about sharing his pride and love for you all.

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