Patricia L. "Pat" Ulwelling, age 79 of Durand, died Sunday, July 20, 2014 at the Care Partners Assisted living in Eau Claire.

Pat was born on November 21, 1934 on the Biesterveld family farm in Rock Falls. She was the daughter of William and Elizabeth (Bauer) Biesterveld. Pat grew up in Rock Falls attended Cranberry Creek Grade School and graduated from Durand High School. After high school, Pat worked at Sperstad Implement in Rock Falls and Sacred Heart Hospital in Eau Claire. Pat married Joseph E. Ulwelling on October 12, 1955 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Rock Falls. After marriage, they owned and operated Joe’s DS in downtown Durand for many years. In 1970, they moved their business to Prospect Street and changed the name to Joe’s Conoco where Pat worked as the bookkeeper. They ran the Conoco station until selling it in 1980 and retiring due to Joe’s health.

Pat was a charter member of the Pepin County Historical Society and volunteered at the Old Courthouse Museum. Pat and Joe traveled in retirement, taking trips across the country and to Japan where their son Bill was living at the time. After Joe’s death in 1990, Pat continued to travel, taking trips to the Netherlands, Rome, Hawaii, Australia and the Holy Lands. Her big goal that she was very proud of attaining was setting foot in all 50 states. Pat also enjoyed crocheting, quilting and gardening. Most of all, Pat loved to spend time with her family and friends.

Pat is survived by her children; Patti Jo (Robert) Reddell of Janesville, Julie (Roger) Rinholen of Meridean, Jim (Dawn) of Eau Claire, Mike (special friend Bobbette Olsen) of Downsville and Bill (Rowena) of Jacksonville, FL, 23 grandchildren, nine great grandchildren, four sisters; Irma (Don) Bauer of Durand, Wilma Wittig of Eau Claire, Judy (Tom) Fagerland of Mondovi and Audrey Martin of Eau Galle, three brothers; Bill Jr. (Rita) Biesterveld of Rock Falls, Doug (Kathy) Biesterveld of Bloomer and Roger (Julie) Biesterveld of Tilden, two sisters-in-law; Pat Biesterveld of Meridean and Teresa (Bill) Mulhollam of Kalispell, MT, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband; Joe and two brothers; Gary and Robert Biesterveld.

Funeral Services will be 11:00 AM Thursday, July 24, 2014 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Durand. Rev. Paul Bosco will officiate. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Friends may call from 4-8 PM Wednesday at the Rhiel Funeral Home in Durand and one hour prior to services at the church on Thursday.

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

Condolences

1. Lorina Simich Former care taker August 11, 2014, at 9:04am

   Love you Patsy.

2. Juan Martinez July 31, 2014, at 7:18am

   I am very sorry for your loss. Something that has helped me during difficult times is what is found at psalms 46:1 "God is for us a refuge and strength, A help that is readily to be found during distresses."

   Also the promise found at (John 5:28-29) "Do not marvel at this, because the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice 29 and come out, those who did good things to a resurrection of life"

3. White Family July 26, 2014, at 6:37am

   We are so sorry for your loss. Our heartfelt condolences to the family. Words cannot express the pain we feel when we lose those we love. Our prayer is that you may find comfort through God’s Word, the Bible (Isaiah 25:8), and may you have peace during this time of great loss.

4. audrey martin July 25, 2014, at 11:48pm

   Patsy was always ready to go and have fun doing anything, I will and do miss her calling me "Little Sister."
   It is hard to say goodby to someone special...

5. John & Jo Ann Fagerland July 25, 2014, at 2:36pm

   Sending Pats family our sympathy and love.
   God bless you all.

6. Toni July 24, 2014, at 12:02pm

   Deepest condolences to the Ulwelling and Biesterveld families. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.

7. Jacki Biesterveld Beaulieu July 23, 2014, at 4:39pm

   So sorry to hear of Pat's passing. She was such a nice lady and always so kind. Saw her a few times over the years and am glad that I got to know her even a little. My heartfelt condolences to her children, grandchildren and all others who are missing her today.

8. Paula July 23, 2014, at 11:44am

   Jason Arik Kristy Travis so sorry for the loss of your grandma its hard but you get thought it and remember there is a cousin that cares for each of you so much hug each other for me I'll pray for you always

9. Monica July 23, 2014, at 10:19am

   Mike, Am so sorry for your loss. I'll say a prayer for you & your family. It's always a good to time see you in St. Charles; stop by anytime.

10. Patti Blount July 23, 2014, at 9:36am

    I'm sorry to hear about the passing of Pat. She was a very nice lady to chat with and to know.

11. John Judy parr July 22, 2014, at 2:37pm

    Our sympathy is with you all.

12. Clara (Snider) Kobs July 22, 2014, at 1:33pm

    Deepest sympathy to the family, especially to Mike and Bobbette. Remembering you in my prayers..I remember your mom and dad so well..Always very pleasant and kind.

13. Cathy Flynn July 22, 2014, at 1:20pm

    I'm so sorry for your loss, my prayers are with you @ this time. Take care Bill and Rowena.wyg

14. Ken and Mary Lynn (Knutson) Smith July 22, 2014, at 9:15am

    We were sad to hear of Pat's passing. Lorraine and Len were always close with Pat and Joe, and I taught Bill and Mike in 7th and 8th grade at Assumption Catholic School in Durand. Ken and I often visited Pat in her apartment in Durand, when she lived next to Ken's parents Lyle and Kay Smith; we also visited with her at Heritage of Elmwood when Lorraine was a resident there. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

15. Tammy Kressin July 22, 2014, at 8:14am

    To Kristy Higley and Family. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Tammy

16. Brian and Norma Gabriel July 22, 2014, at 7:41am

    With deepest sympathy. Joe and Patsy were the best.

17. Diane Mack July 21, 2014, at 7:56pm

    May your loving mother finally be at peaceandbeabletowatch over her family with love, and your father at her side. Much love, strength, and fond memories to all the family.

18. Paula July 21, 2014, at 3:53pm

    Jim and Dawn so sorry for your loss I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers hug each other for me

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