Evelyn A. Holmstadt
Evelyn A. Holmstadt age 86 of Durand, died Saturday January 23, 2016 at the Chippewa Valley Hospital in Durand, surrounded by her family.
Evelyn was born February 15, 1929 in Arkansaw. She was the daughter of Peter and Margaret (LaPean) Hartley Sr., and grew up in the Arkansaw community and graduated from Arkansaw High School. Evelyn’s parents purchased the Village Inn Café and moved to Durand. Evelyn helped out by working in the family business. Evelyn met Beryl E. Holmstadt on a blind date in 1947, and they were married May 18, 1949 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Arkansaw. After marriage they made their home in Durand where they raised their family. Evelyn also worked at Durand Canning Co., Skogmos and helped out at the family restaurant. She was active in the community, volunteering at church, the V.F.W., and the Pepin Co. Courthouse Museum.
Evelyn loved to ride her bike, take road trips around the area on the Rustic roads, looking at barns and cemeteries along the way. She enjoyed gardening, playing cards, dice games, crafting and spending time with her grandchildren, family and friends.
Evelyn is survived by her children, Sandra Holmstadt of Mt. Pleasant, Andrew of Durand, Susan (John) Birtzer of Eau Claire, Thomas (Pearl) of Menomonie, daughter-in-law, Carolyn Holmstadt of Nelson; seven grandchildren, two step grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren and three step great grandchildren, several nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.
She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Beryl in 2008, a son David in 1999, a sister, Clara Stewart, three brothers, Clarence, Peter Jr. and James Hartley.
Memorial services will be 11:30 AM Friday January 29, 2016 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Durand. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Visitation will be held from 4:00 to 8:00 PM Thursday at the Rhiel Funeral Home in Durand and one hour prior to services at the church on Saturday.
Online condolences may be made at www.rhielfuneralhome.com
Rhiel Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Durand in serving the family.
