Obituary
Tina Noel Buchal
Tina Noel Buchal, 52, of Onalaska, passed away surrounded by her family on December 1, 2025 in her home. She was born on December 23, 1972 to Jerry and Patricia (Stanek) Buchal. She married Kelly Konrardy on August 27, 2015 at First Lutheran Church in Onalaska.
Tina had a wonderful sense of humor and was passionate about life. She enjoyed photography, baking, drinking coffee, traveling, swimming, chocolate desserts, birds (especially cardinals), and attending sugar creek bible camp. Above all she enjoyed spending time with her cherished daughter, Olivia, and her loving wife, Kelly, whom she met in 1997.
Tina is survived by her wife, Kelly Konrardy; daughter, Olivia Konrardy-Buchal; parents, Patricia Stanek of Richland Center, Jerry (Kathy) Buchal of Hillsboro; brother, Jerry Scott “J.J.” (Annette) Buchal; sisters, Evon (Jim) Schuenke; Lynnette (Mike) DeWall; nieces and nephews, Megan Buchal, Macey (Nathaniel) Bloedow, Blake Buchal, Christopher (Ali) Schuenke, Brittany (Alfonso) Schuenke, Alen (Will) Schuenke, Alex (Chey) DeWall, Zack DeWall; and many great-nieces, great-nephews, aunts, uncles and friends.
She is preceded in death by her grandparents, George and Jerry Stanek of Hillsboro; Bennie and Alma Buchal of Hillsboro; Raymond and Emma Fortney of Soldiers Grove; uncle, John Stanek; and cousin, Tim Buchal.
Tina’s family would like to thank the care providers of Emplify and Mayo Health, friends, family and church family for all of your support.
Her memorial service will be held on Monday, December 8th, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. held at First Lutheran Church, 410 Main St., Onalaska. Pastor Jason Stanton will officiate. Visitations will be held on Sunday, December 7th from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at The Gathering Place, 133 Mason St., Onalaska as well as one hour prior to the service at the church on Monday. Coulee Region Cremation Group is in care of her arrangements.
To view her memorial video click the link: https://www.tributeslides.com/tributes/show/ZSSR2F2LS3KY79PB?e=1
Our sincerest condolences to Kelly and Olivia. Tina was an incredibly wonderful wife, mother, sister and daughter. She took our family holiday photos for years as well as my daughter’s senior photos.
She was a very special person. I’m honored to call her my friend.
oh mom 💔 i am so lost without you and miss you with everything inside of me. i hope you’re drinking all of the coffee and dancing to all of the coldplay songs up there. i am so beyond blessed to be your daughter. i love you more than anything in the whole world mom. i hope im making you proud
You are all the best parts of her, Liv. There’s no question you’re absolutely making her proud – always have, always will. And I promise you are not without her, sweet girl. While it is painful for her to be physically gone, you are her heart; I have no doubt she’s always close by wherever you are. Biggest hugs to you, my dear.
we are so sorry for your loss.
love,
Carroll
My prayers for Kelly and Olivia. We first met Tina when she was a swim instructor for a parent and baby session at Gundersen, and 17 years later she took that baby’s senior photos. We were blessed to have spent time with her through all the intervening years as she shared her faith, love and energy with the children at First Lutheran. Her smile and wit will be missed.
Tina was witty and sassy and was there on the day my daughter was born to take pictures of us. She was a talented artist and a loving soul. I sure will miss you.
Tina, we will see each other again someday! Until then, I’ll miss you friend. If you have any questions up there, just find Judy (my mom) and she’ll show you the ropes!
My deepest condolences. Tina was such an important part of our family—funny, warm, and an incredible advocate. Her loss is felt deeply, and she will always be remembered with love.
You were such a ray of light, and I’m so blessed to have crossed paths with you.
Thank you for bringing so much joy, kindness and generosity into the world. You will be so dearly missed.
So very sorry for your family’s loss. You have my deepest sympathies. Hugs and prayers.
🎶 I’ve heard it said…💚
blessed to be friends with you Tina, and will miss your smile and humor! All our love and prayers to you Olivia and Kelly.
Sincerest sympathy to Kelly and Olivia. The pain of losing someone can be unbearable. You will have the most precious of memories from all of the people and activities Tina loved. May the Peace of God give you comfort!
Sincerest sympathies to family. Tina was a bright light in my work world and I will miss her sassiness. Fly high girl!
My heart goes out to you Kelly , Olivia and family . Thank you for sharing all those wonderful memories in the video . Sending you strength and love
Kay Johnson
Dear Kelly, Liv, Patty, Jerry, Kathy, JJ and Annette,
After viewing Tina’s photography on her FB page and the beautiful tribute video, it’s clear how deeply my cousin touched others through her creativity, joy, and light with a sense of humor thrown into the mix.
While I wish it had been for a different reason, I’m so glad I got to see her last fall. I still remember babysitting her with Jeanette one summer out at the farm when we were visiting.
Keeping you close in my thoughts and prayers. I like to think she’s doing some baking with her Grandma Gerry or Great-Grandma Stanek right now.
Mary Ellen Chrispell
Olivia-
My heart breaks for you. Please know I’m holding you in my thoughts and prayers as you navigate the world without Mom. It’s so hard.
Ms. Matzek (used to be Hellman)