Elmer Wade Winter, age 58 of Durand, passed away surrounded by family on Friday, September 2, 2016 at SHSH Sacred Heart Hospital in Eau Claire. 

Elmer was born to John and Mary (Kitchner) Winter on August 12, 1958 in Tucson, AZ. John, Mary, and their family later moved to Wisconsin when Elmer was a young boy. Elmer married his high school sweetheart, Lisa Bauer of Durand on April 7, 1979.

He was a family man and would do anything for his three children and four grand-children. Being a grandpa suited him well and nothing brought him more joy than making his grandkids happy, which included teasing them until they would sigh, “oh grandpa.” Elmer also loved Christmas and always made the holiday memorable with a special gift from Dad/Grandpa.

He took great pride in his work, which involved maintaining the schools and churches of the Durand area and their associated grounds. Outside of work Elmer enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing, and spending time on his peaceful, wooded property in the Buttermilk Coulee.

Elmer was fun-loving and made many friends during his short life. There were many hunting, fishing, golfing, and NASCAR trips with his kids and friends. These trips created so many memories and stories that were told over and over again. Elmer was a good man that surrounded himself with good people. He will be sorely missed by many.

Elmer is survived by his wife, Lisa, of 37 years, his children, Elmer (significant other, Laura) of Durand, Tiffany (Kevin) Karls of Sun Prairie, and Justin (Amy) of Menomonie. Grandchildren, Hunter, Autumn, Berkley, and Jack. Father, John Winter of Mondovi. Siblings, John (Jane), Jodie (Amy), Kellee (Kent), and Gina (Rick) Siblings-in-laws, Sheri (Bob) Kremer, Jackie (Dan) Lehman, Colette (Don) Weiss, and John (Nicki) Bauer.

He is preceded in death by his mother, Mary Winter, father-in-law, John Bauer, niece, Jenna (Winter) O'Donahue, Jonathon Lehman, and his good friend Rosie.

Memorial services will be held at 5:30 PM Wednesday September 7, 2016 at the Rhiel Funeral Home in Durand with Rev. Paul Bosco officiating.   A Celebration of Life will immediately follow the services at the Durand Rod & Gun Club (N7312 State Rd 25).  A private burial will be held at a later date.

The family would like to thank Sacred Heart Hospital staff who were so wonderful to Elmer and his family during the last days of his life.

Condolences

1. Patti Blount September 21, 2016, at 2:52pm

   I'm sorry to hear about the passing of Elmer. Thoughts and prayers to the family during this difficult time.

2. Richard and Donna Karshbaum September 7, 2016, at 8:14am

   Elmer was a great Man, Husband, Father, and a Great Grandfather also, Our Deepest sympathies to the whole Family, We will keep you all in our Prayers, God Bless!

3. Lynette and Kim Wagenbach September 6, 2016, at 2:32pm

   Elmer will truly be missed, our love and prayers go out to the family. God Bless your family, may you rest in peace Elmer

4. Dick and Doshie Grey September 6, 2016, at 2:16pm

   Dear Lisa and Family. We just received the news today of Elmer's death. We were shocked, as I am sure you and the Family still are. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult and the months ahead. Hoping that the love that surrounds you will be a comfort to you.

5. Greg and Laurie Brantner September 6, 2016, at 11:45am

   Our deepest sympathies to Elmer's family. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

6. Lorraine Squires September 6, 2016, at 9:01am

   So sorry for your loss, Lisa. May he rest in peace.

7. Lee & Char Anderson September 5, 2016, at 11:16pm

   Lisa and family.

   So sorry to hear of your loss. We are thinking of you during this very difficult time.

   Lee & Char

8. Audrey (Fedie) Jaenke September 5, 2016, at 8:13pm

   Sending God's peace to your entire family during this difficult time and keeping you in my prayers.

9. kris Hewitt sessions September 5, 2016, at 8:05pm

   You all are in our thoughts and prayers! May God Bless you

10. sally and Dave Steinke September 5, 2016, at 5:46pm

    Our deepest Smpathy to your Family.

11. Paula Smith September 5, 2016, at 4:28pm

    TO ELMERS FAMILY SO SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR FATHER AND GRANDFATHER I REMEBER IN SCHOOL IF I NEEDED ANYTHING ELMER WAS THE ONE I WENT TO HE WAS A VERY NICE GUY MY PRAYERS TO ALL THE FAMILY

12. Amy Luebke September 5, 2016, at 4:11pm

    Elmer, Laura and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Elmer Sr. must have been a very special man and will surely be missed.

13. Mary A Schwartz September 5, 2016, at 2:24pm

    Lisa and Family sorry for your loss he always kept the grounds at St. Mary's looking great and did a wonderful job he will be missed

14. Leann Hughes Hewitt September 5, 2016, at 1:01pm

    Lisa and Tiffany and Justin and Elmer so sorry for the loss of your dad and
    Husband and grandpa to your children. He will be missed bye many. Hugs to you!!! Love LeAnn

15. Diane Wood September 5, 2016, at 12:49pm

    I'm so sorry for your loss, Lisa. Elmer is going to be greatly missed at the church and school. We were so fortunate to have him. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

16. Rex and Linda Hoover September 5, 2016, at 12:41pm

    So sorry to hear of your loss. Sending hugs and prayers to the entire family.

17. Judy John Parr September 5, 2016, at 12:03pm

    Sorry to hear about this bless all you

18. Curt Kummer September 5, 2016, at 11:45am

    I so sorry to hear of your loss, I remember Elmer my high school days. He was a very nice guy!! You have my deepest condolences!!

19. Mark & Janet Holt September 5, 2016, at 10:02am

    To Lisa and family. So sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you in this tough time.

20. Marcia Cox September 5, 2016, at 8:40am

    Deepest sympathy for the Winter's family, gone to soon.

21. Michael Clark September 5, 2016, at 7:15am

    My deepest sympathies to Elmer's family. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

22. kerrie Diepenbrock September 4, 2016, at 9:52pm

    So sorry for your loss prayers to you all.

23. Walter Hovland September 4, 2016, at 8:10pm

    Thoughts and prayers go out to Lisa and all of the family. What a great loss I will never forget Elmers kindness and smile
    God Bless

24. Pam fenner September 4, 2016, at 7:42pm

    Lisa and family... We are so sorry for your loss. We are praying for strength and comfort for today and the days to come. May Jesus send you His peace.
    Love,
    Pam and Gary Fenner

25. Denise (Weisenbeck) Janzow September 4, 2016, at 7:41pm

    Dear Lisa,

    I am so sorry for your loss. May Elmer rest in peace....

    Sincerely,
    Denise (Weisenbeck) Janzow

26. Juanita Bauer Schodde September 4, 2016, at 7:40pm

    Dear Lisa - My sincerest sympathy. I clearly remember my Prospect Street days as a young girl, my 2nd Bauer family and when you just started to date Elmer. My love to you, and your family.
    - Most sincerely, Juanita

27. Richard and Donna Karshbaum September 4, 2016, at 6:57pm

    May God Bless to the whole Family, Elmer was a great guy, Terrific Husband, Great Father and a Great Grandfather, Our Prayers go out to the whole Family!

28. Jean Gardner September 4, 2016, at 5:13pm

    Condolences and prayer to your family and may Elmer RIP. No task was ever too big for Elmer to accomplish.

29. Patricia Hurlburt September 4, 2016, at 3:48pm

    Lisa and family, Heartfelt sympathy and was very sorry to see this - Son Aaron bought it to my attention. I enjoyed the few years I worked with him at the high school and many prayers are with all of you at this sad time. God give you the Strength and Peace in the days ahead. Blessings....

30. Mike Doverspike September 4, 2016, at 9:28am

    Lisa,
    So sorry for your loss. I will always remember the great times Elmer and I had in high school. Great guy! My prayers are with you and your family.

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