Blanche R. Prissel entered eternal life on Friday, March 13, 2015.  Blanche was born February 11, 1925 to John and Anna Weiss on their farm in the Town of Lima.  She was one of six children who helped their parents on the family farm.  Blanche graduated from Holy Rosary Catholic High School near Durand.  She met the love of her life, Joseph J. Prissel, at LBJ’s where she taught him how to dance.  They married on May 15, 1945 and enjoyed 63 years together. Joseph and Blanche started farming in 1945, in 1947 they started Prissel Auto and Implement in Town of Maxville. They sold and serviced Chrysler and Dodge Autos and Oliver Tractors and Machinery. Blanche spent many years helping Joe with farming and raising her family. She worked at Gamble’s part time for many years and eventually she went to work for the Pepin County Highway Department as a bookkeeper. Blanche was very active in St. Mary’s Parish, the Altar & Rosary Society, Woods Corner 4-H Club and the American Cancer Society.  After Blanche retired from the highway department she spent her days enjoying time with family and friends, gardening, traveling, and dancing with Joe.

Blanche is survived by her children, Stephen (Barb) Prissel of Ripon, David (Sharon) Prissel of Baldwin, Judith Prissel of Port Hueneme, CA, Pamela (Rod) Weiss of Marshfield, Joseph (Kim) Prissel III of Stratford, N.J., Melissa (Jody) Buhr of Clear Lake, two brothers, Hubert (Marge) Weiss and John (Calista) Weiss, both of Durand, four sisters in law, Margaret (Harold) Poeschel of Boyceville, Thelma (Charles) Caturia of Menomonie, Edith Prissel and Goldie Weiss, both of Durand, 16 grandchildren, Angela (Matt) Becker of Oshkosh, Benjamin (Lisa) Prissel of Oshkosh, Ann Oberding of Eau Claire, David (Jessie) Prissel of Hudson, Jennifer (Darsen) Prissel of Portland, OR, Josh (Eve) Cross of Ventura, CA  and Riley Cross of Port Hueneme, CA, Justin (Bernie) Weiss of Eagle, Eric (Rachel) Weiss of Watertown, Adam (Jami) Weiss of Atlanta, GA, John Weiss of Washington D.C., Melissa Klamrowski of Westville, NJ, Joseph Prissel IV and Savanna Prissel of Stratford, NJ, Hannah and William Fitzer, of Clear Lake, 22 great grandchildren, Alexus Berndt, Riley Becker, August and Leo Prissel, Matt, Kyle and Nicholas Oberding, Ava Prissel, Tate Prissel, Christopher, Austin and Tressa Weiss, Gavin, Asher, and Laiken Weiss, Judah Paris, Teghan Paris, Tristin, Tucker and Toree McGee, Delaney, Deslyn Peterson. 

She is preceded in death by her husband, Joe, parents, two sisters, Marian Weissinger and Marcella Weber, one brother, Edmond Weiss, five brother in laws, Wilfred, Leonard, Francis, August Prissel and Frank Weber, daughter-in-law, Ruth Prissel and grandson-in-law, George Oberding.

A Funeral Mass will be held 11:30 AM Tuesday, March 17, 2015 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Durand. Rev. Paul Bosco will officiate. Burial will be in the Holy Rosary Catholic Cemetery-Lima. Friends may call from 4-8 PM Monday at the Rhiel Funeral Home in Durand and one hour prior to services at the church on Tuesday.

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

Condolences

1. Denise Fetzer March 23, 2015, at 10:30pm

   Sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. May the blessing of your time with her be of great comfort. I remember her always being so kind and happy!!!

2. Prissel Family March 22, 2015, at 10:57am

   Thank you for all the kind thoughts about Mom. We are a lucky family to have enjoyed her love for many years.

3. Gordon & LaVina Gifford March 22, 2015, at 9:32am

   Blanche had a friendly & caring personality. She always had a smile when she greeted you and will be remembered for her personality traits. She was truly a fine lady.nwquwwvu

4. Dorothy Berg March 21, 2015, at 2:50pm

   Our sympathy to you , Pam, in the loss of your Mom. I am sure she was a very sweet lady as you are a very sweet daughter/friend. Bless her memory.

5. Patti Blount March 17, 2015, at 3:24pm

   Deepest sympathy to the family during this time.

6. Erv Lesczynski March 17, 2015, at 7:35am

   to Steve, Barb and the Prissel family ...

   My deepest condolences to the family on your loss ..

   Erv

7. Kristine (Slama) Polzer March 17, 2015, at 4:58am

   We were sorry to hear of Blanches' passing. Saw her at Homepage while she was there. She always checked on my mom.

   Sending thoughts and prayers to you all. I am at Sacred Heart after hip replacement Monday so I won't be at her service, but I'll be there in spirit.

   HUGS to ALL

   Dave & Kris Polzer

8. Paula March 16, 2015, at 7:23pm

   To the Prissel Family dave ann jen and family so sorry .for your loss of your grand mother and mother I'll keep you all in my prayers

9. Gary and Judi Bauer March 16, 2015, at 5:00pm

   Our deepest sympathy to David and all family members. We are in AZ. Unable to be home for the funeral. Blanche was a lovely lady and Gary enjoyed working with her at the highway shop. Rest in peace, heaven received a wonderful angel.

10. Kevin Fadrowski March 16, 2015, at 2:27pm

    My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. May you find peace and comfort through our Savior.

11. Carol Danzinger March 16, 2015, at 11:31am

    My condolences to your family on behalf of Blanche,
    Ralph is having some surgery today so I won't be able to come to join you but you're in my thoughts and prayers. I've know Blanche since she was in high school and I was in grade school. We rode the same bus to school and I remember how I thought she was the most beautiful girl I'd ever seen. She used to show me her short-hand and I've kept in touch with her over the years. I last visited her at Oakwood Nursing Home in Dec.
    Always happy and talkative is my good memory.
    Dave, I'm sorry to miss you. In my thoughts and prayers also. With fond memories, Carol Danzinger

12. Dawn Meissner March 16, 2015, at 9:47am

    I am sending you a big warm hug Pam. My thoughts are with you.

13. Don & Marion Hoffman March 16, 2015, at 8:32am

    Our condolences to you & your family. Blanche was a perfect lady with a beautiful personality bringing sunshine to everyone. Our prayers are with you and your family. God grant you peace, strength, & comfort. Love, Don & Marion

14. Paul and Sue Hoch March 16, 2015, at 8:10am

    May your memories of Blanche bring you peace, comfort and strength. With our deepest sympathy, Paul and Sue Hoch

15. Rosemary E Carlisle March 16, 2015, at 6:28am

    My deepest sympathy on the loss of beautiful Blanche. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

16. Lou & Shelley Bruno March 16, 2015, at 6:07am

    Dave Sr and Dave Jr - sorry to hear of your loss. I have come to know her through stories you have shared. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your families.

17. Butch and Mary Jane Brantner March 15, 2015, at 5:01pm

    So sorry to hear about Blanche's passing. She was always such a joy to visit with.
    Thinking of all the family and keeping you in our prayers
    Our sincere sympathy

18. Rita Koller Kepple March 15, 2015, at 1:17pm

    Sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. God bless you
    all.

19. John Judy part March 15, 2015, at 1:17pm

    Our sympathy to great people

20. Dick and Jan Bates March 15, 2015, at 12:09pm

    Family of Blanche Prissel:
    So sorry to hear of your loss. Blanche was a great gal. I always enjoyed visiting with her. We will remember Blanche in our prayers.

    Dick & Jan Bates

21. Mary Lynn and Ken Smith March 15, 2015, at 9:25am

    The family of Leonard and Lorraine Knutson send their condolences to Blanche's family. We all knew Blanche and Joe and their children while growing up in Durand from the late 1950s. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

22. Christine Wisch March 15, 2015, at 9:12am

    honoring the lady whose life was well lived and mourning her loss - she is with the angels and in His grace

    praying the memories sustain you and bring you peace in your grief

23. Melissa Klamrowski March 14, 2015, at 9:53pm

    We join the Prissel family in mourning the loss of a wonderful woman and celebrating her life. We honor her with a charitable donation to the American Cancer Society made in her memory.

    Love,
    Melissa, Jude, and Teghan

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