Evelyn Weiss

Evelyn N. Weiss, 99, of Menomonie, formerly of Mondovi, died Wednesday, Sept. 7, 2016, at The Neighbors of Dunn County in Menomonie.
Her passing left her family and friends with many memories of a wonderful woman who led an exemplary life.
Evelyn was born Feb. 27, 1917, in Gilmanton, Buffalo County. She was the daughter of William and Gladys Hazel (Brotzman) Deetz. After her mother suddenly passed away at age 38, Evelyn was left with managing household duties for a family of six at age 15. Evelyn dedicated herself to graduating from Gilmanton High School in 1934 and aspired to become a teacher, graduating from Buffalo County Normal School in 1936. She taught school at Oak Grove, in rural Gilmanton, a school she attended earlier in life.
Evelyn met and married Herman Weiss, of Mondovi, on Aug. 11, 1937. They settled in the Mondovi area, where she was first a housewife and later became involved in the grocery business in Mondovi with her husband, Herman. The business, known as “Herb’s Super Foods,” was a staple provider of groceries and meats in the local area. Evelyn and Herman had four children, Carol, Judy, Franklin and Terry, all of whom helped out in the family business while growing up.
Evelyn was a person who gave to others much more that she received, true to Biblical teaching. She and Herman opened their home to relatives who needed support. Her father, William, lived under Evelyn and Herman’s care for many years after an accident left him with no vision.
Evelyn was very active and held several offices in her church, Sacred Heart in Mondovi, and was devoted to God and Jesus Christ. Her spiritual presence served as an inspiration to her family and friends. Evelyn enjoyed preparing food for family and friends, always having a surprise dessert. She was an avid card player who had a great memory for all the cards in the game. In later years, when she was largely confined to her home because of health limitations, she demonstrated great courage, perseverance and patience. She loved her family and friends dearly and built her life on love and charity to others.
Left as a legacy in survivorship are her children, Carol (Gerald) Deetz of Owatonna, Minn., Judy (Joe) Jax of Menomonie, Franklin (Sharon) of Sun Lakes, Ariz.; daughter-in-law, Leslie Weiss of Round Rock, Texas; nine grandchildren, Steve (Julia), Tom (Anne), John, Michael (Stefanie), Cory (Crystal), Todd (Raquel), Jeremy (Mayra), Megan (Chris) and Michelle; 17 great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Herman; son, Terry; four brothers, Russell, Howard, Lincoln, Lyle and Donald Deetz; sister, Myrtle McGuire.
Funeral Mass was held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 12, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Menomonie, with Rev. James Kurzynski officiating. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery, Mondovi, at a later date.
Memorials may be made in Evelyn’s name to American Heart Association, St. Joseph Parish in Menomonie, or Sacred Heart Parish in Mondovi.
Rhiel Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Menomonie, served the family.
Condolences may be made online at www.rhielfuneralhome.com.