Eleanore A. McMahan, age 93 of Eau Claire, died Thursday, July 3, 2014 at the Lady Smith Community Care Center in Ladysmith with her family by her side.

Eleanore was born on April 6, 1921 in Durand. She was the daughter of Ignatz and Anna (Bauer) Koller. She grew up in the Lima area of Durand and attended Sacred Heart Catholic School in Lima. Eleanore married Kenneth C. “Kenny” McMahan on October 31, 1944 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church-Lima rural Durand. After marriage, they moved to Eau Claire where Eleanore raised her family while Kenny was an over the road trucker. For the last year, Eleanore has been living in Ladysmith to be closer to her daughter, Judy.

Eleanore and Kenny enjoyed traveling in retirement, spending several winters in Texas. They also liked going to polka fests in the area and dancing.

Eleanore is survived by her children; Chuck (Tammy) of Wabasha, MN, Judy (Mac McGaughey) Haag of Bruce and Greg of Chicago, IL, five grandchildren; Kim, Matt, Amy, Mike and Trevor, six great grandchildren, two brothers; James Koller of Durand and Clarence (Dorothy) Koller of Florida, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband; Kenny, two brothers; Erm and Erv Koller and one sister; Theresa Sugent.

Funeral Services will be 11:00 AM Tuesday, July 8, 2014 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church-Lima in Durand. Rev. Eric Linzmaier will officiate. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Friends may call one hour prior to services at the church on Tuesday.

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

Condolences

1. Lorena Becker July 9, 2014, at 6:35pm

   I am sending sympathy to Eleanore's family from Lorena (Bauer) Becker.....a cousin of Eleanore. She was not aware of her passing so did not get to the funeral. She wanted me to extend her sympathy to you all. And, I, too, am sorry for your loss.
   Sincerely,
   Bonnie Miller (Lorena's daughter)

2. John Staszcuk July 7, 2014, at 7:52pm

   To Eleanor's family: Please accept my sincere condolences in the passing of Eleanor. I recall Eleanor being a good friend to my mother, Gert. I wish you all peace and comfort at this difficult time.
   John Staszcuk

3. John Kohlhepp July 7, 2014, at 11:06am

   Judy and family,
   Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
   Deepest sympathies.

   John & Jann Kohlhepp

4. Martin, Donna, James, and Alice Tullar July 6, 2014, at 7:39pm

   We remember Eleanore as a very special lady, and feel the world is a little more sad without her. Still she is reunited with her husband and that is a happier thought. Our condolences to those she left behind.

5. Barb& Bill Deming July 5, 2014, at 3:56pm

   Sorry for your loss. Let us know if you need anything.

6. Ellen and Frank Yule July 5, 2014, at 3:54pm

   Eleanore was a sweet, dainty lady with a beautiful smile. She will be missed by us on earth but she is dancing in heaven with her love, Kenny. We will see her again someday.

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