David Kenneth Sol, age 56 of Elk Mound, died Saturday, April 16, 2016 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Rochester, MN with his family by his side.

David was born on July 8, 1959 in Durand. He was the son of Kenneth and Gloria (Pickerign) Sol. David grew up in the Menomonie area and graduated from Menomonie High School in 1979. After high school, David went to work on the family farm where he enjoyed taking care of his pig operation of farrow to finish. David married Patty M. Ziehl on May 5, 1984 at Christ Lutheran Church in Menomonie. Together, they continued to farm on the family farm and raise their three daughters. David enjoyed nature and being outdoors. David and Patty sold their portion the farm in 1997 and moved their family to Osceola where he became a welder for Polaris.

David maintained his connection to the outdoors by being an avid member of the Osceola Snowmobile Club and groomed trails there for 5 years. He loved snowmobiling with his brother Jeff and close friends. His adventurous side drew him to snowmobile mountain climbing in Wyoming and during the summers, he rode 4-wheelers and took motorcycle trips throughout the U.S. and into Canada.

David and Patty later moved to Eau Claire and eventually settled down in Elk Mound with their daughter Dawn and her family, where David enjoyed being “Papa Day Care” for his granddaughters. He loved spending summers, especially the 4^th of July and some Christmases, at their cabin with family and friends. Moonshine, Marshmallows and Campfires!

David is survived by his wife of 32 years, Patty, three daughters; Tammy Sol of Sheridan, WY, Dawn (Robert) Kelly of Elk Mound and Kimberly (Artem) Sol-Pechischeva of Big Sky, MT, two granddaughters; McKenzie and Olivia Kelly, his parents; Ken and Gloria Sol of Menomonie, one brother; Jeff (Diane) Sol of Menomonie, three sisters; Cindy (Neil) Hansen of Menomonie, Shari (Eugene) Jakes of Evansville and Debbie (Todd) Hintzman of Menomonie, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.  

Funeral Services will be 11:00 AM Wednesday, April 20, 2016 at Christ Lutheran Church in Menomonie with Rev. Jeanne Warner officiating. Burial will be in the Mamre Cemetery in the Town of Menomonie. Visitation will be 4-8 PM Tuesday at the Rhiel Funeral Home in Menomonie and one hour prior to services at the church on Wednesday.

Rhiel Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Menomonie, is serving the family.

Condolences

1. Joe & Tracy Ladick April 19, 2016, at 12:46pm

   Shari and family, We are so sorry to hear about your brother David's passing. Please accept our sincere sympathies during this sad time and cherish your memories of David deep in your heart.

2. Lori Beiswanger April 19, 2016, at 10:00am

   David was a very nice person. I'm sorry that he passed away. I knew him because I was a classmate of his at Menomonie High School. I'm sorry for your loss.

   Lori Beiswanger

3. Yvonne McKenzie April 19, 2016, at 8:00am

   Deeply saddened by your loss. Hope the memories of the times together will comfort you and your family. Your cousin Yvonne

4. Greg and Colleen Swanson April 18, 2016, at 3:24pm

   We are so sorry for your loss. We are praying for your family and peace. If we can help with anything please let us know. I'm traveling for work this week or I would attend the service.

5. Larry and Mary Stoll April 18, 2016, at 2:28pm

   Patty and Family
   Our family sends their sympathies.
   The Stoll Family

6. Chris and Tony Owens April 18, 2016, at 1:37pm

   We have lost one very special friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May he rest in peace.

7. Bethany April 18, 2016, at 12:12pm

   I am so sorry for the loss of this kind, loving man. He will always be remembered for being the amazing person he was and always will be!

8. Wendy Martin April 18, 2016, at 11:28am

   So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May you find peace and comfort during this sad and difficult time.

9. Julie Dilley April 18, 2016, at 10:38am

   Patty, I just wanted you to know you're in my thoughts. julie

10. Roger and Nancy Steinmeyer April 18, 2016, at 7:37am

    So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

11. Glenda & Frank Brown April 17, 2016, at 8:29pm

    Patty, our condolences to you and your family at this your time of need. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

12. Dick & Roxanne Couch April 17, 2016, at 8:04pm

    Patty & family,
    So sorry to here of Dave....You are very special friends.. So glad we got to spend the time with Dave. He is going to be missed. Keeping all of you in our thoughts & prayers...Hugs.

13. DAVE AND BETTY OLESEN April 17, 2016, at 6:57pm

    WE ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR OF THE LOSS OF ANOTHER BIKER AND DEAR FRIEND WE WILL SEE YOU IN OUR MEMORIES RIDING AROUND LAKE SUPERIOR ON WOLFS HEAD TOUR WE WILL KEEP YOU IN OUR PRAYERS

14. Sharon and Randy McInnis April 17, 2016, at 5:25pm

    Will love you all, Dave will be very missed by all. God bless.

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