Eileen Dorothy Buchholtz

Eileen Dorothy Buchholtz was born January 23, 1943, to Ben Tabor Sr. and Dorothy Lillian (Pruess) Buchholtz in Rock Falls, WI, and passed away July 20, 2026, at Beehive Homes of Eau Claire, WI.
As an adult Eileen lived and worked in Chicago, IL for the Army Corp of Engineers as a computer programmer. She lived in Germany for several years and in Saudi Arabia for a year in her work for the Corp, during which time she travelled extensively. After retirement she returned to Rock Falls where she cared for her mother for many years until her mother’s death. After Eileen’s dementia made her unable to live independently, she lived with her niece for a year, then was moved to a care facility.
Eileen was preceded in death by her parents, brother Billy, and close friend Leana Hoehne Westin. Survived by her brother Ben Jr. Buchholtz and his wife Shirley of Rock Falls, WI. Niece Pamela (Thomas) Walker of Iola, WI.  Nephews Ben III, Bill, Todd (Tina) Buchholtz of Rock Falls, WI, and three generations of nieces and nephews.  Also, cousins Donna Buchholtz Wilsey, Carol Fasset, and Kate Reed.
Per Eileen’s request there will be no service. Burial in the Peru township cemetery at a later date.
The family would like to thank Moments Hospice for the care they gave Eileen.
Goodrich Funeral Home in Durand is assisting the family. To express on-line condolences, visit obituaries at www.goodrichfh.com