Claire M. Wallendal, age 88, of Grand Marsh, Wisconsin died Saturday, May 28, 2016 at Crest View Nursing Home in New Lisbon.
Memorial services will be 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 4, 2016 at the Roseberry’s Funeral Home in Friendship, Wisconsin. Pastor Janet Ruark will officiate. Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. until the time of service on Saturday at Roseberry’s Funeral Home. Interment will be at the Gould Rock Cemetery family plots at a later date.
Claire was born October 31, 1927 in Lewiston, Maine to Jean Baptiste and Donalda (Thibault) St. Pierre.
She married Peter Wallendal on January 25, 1952 in River Falls, Wisconsin.
Claire received her undergraduate degree in Library Sciences and worked as a Librarian for UW River Falls while Pete finished his undergraduate degree. They then moved to Madison, Wisconsin where Pete continued his post graduate studies. Together they started their farming operation in the Central Sands area. They focused on irrigated farmland in the Coloma Corners, Richford, and Grand Marsh areas. Claire raised their children while growing the farms.
Claire and Pete, partners for over 50 years, both thought outside the box and enjoyed giving back to the community. They also thank the community for so graciously giving back to them thereby enriching their lives. Claire was a member of the Grand Marsh Lionesses, Coloma PTO, Cub Scout Den Mothers, and the WPVGA auxiliary.
Claire enjoyed spending time with her family, reading, traveling, and puzzles.
Following Pete’s death in 2003, Claire resided at Liberty Manor and then Crest View Nursing Home. She will be fondly remembered by the staff members for her warm welcoming manner and radiant smile.
Claire was preceded in death by her parents, John & Donalda St. Pierre; husband, Peter Wallendal; sister, Jeanette Faucher; Grandson, Brian Wallendal; Granddaughter, Teresa Wallendal; Son-in-Law, Robert Stodola.
Survivors:
Daughter: Mary (Kitty Carroll) Roberts of Buffalo, New York
Son: John (Monica) Wallendal of Arkdale, Wisconsin
Daughter: Carol Stodola of Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin
Son: Andrew (Paula) Wallendal of Mauston, Wisconsin
Granddaughter: Emily (Harri) Larinen of Finland
Granddaughter: Laura Wallendal of Boston, Massachusettes
Granddaughter: Raechel (Chad) Kosler of Grand Marsh, Wisconsin
Grandson: Eric (Megan) Wallendal of Grand Marsh, Wisconsin
Granddaughter: Diane (Jeremy) Bussan of Madison, Wisconsin
Granddaughter: Cathryn Stodola of Madison, Wisconsin
Great-Granddaughter: Arabella Kosler of Grand Marsh, Wisconsin
Great-Grandson: Bryton Kosler of Grand Marsh, Wisconsin
Great-Grandson: Nolan Bussan of Madison, Wisconsin
Niece: Celeste (Joe) Crowley of Durham, Maine
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Grand Marsh UCC Church or the Grand Marsh School Food Pantry.
So sorry for your loss. I enjoyed getting to know Claire.
Our condolences in the loss of your mom. Your parents were both wonderful people that went out of their way to greet people that they knew. Our families have been Grand Marsh friends for a very long time and your folks will be remembered as such. May your mom rest in peace. Alet & Bob G.
So sorry for your loss…prayers and hugs
CLAIRE WAS A VERY DELIGHTFUL LADY….I TOOK CARE OF HER A LIBERTY MANOR. SHE ALWAYS HAD A WONDERFUL SMILE FOR EVERYONE…I PRAY FOR STRENGTH AND COMFORT FOR THE FAMILY.SHE MENTIONED HER FAMILY ALOT AND LOVED HER GRANDCHILDREN !!!!MAY SHE RIP
To the Wallendal families. We are so sorry for the loss of your Mother. She was a very special lady to so many people. Prayers for all of you. Although I haven’t seen any of you for a long time I think of you so very often.
To all the Wallendal families, Prayers for your family. Claire was such a special lady. Although I haven’t seen any of you in a long time, I miss you all.
My dear friend Carol, I am so sorry to hear the news of the death of your beautiful mother. She was a delightful lady and always so kind to all of us at Crest View. Prayers for you and your family as you go thru this tough time.
We are saddened to read of your loss. We hope you know we are thinking of you and family. God Bless
So very sorry to hear of your loss. She was a dear woman and will be missed by all who knew her.
What a sweet lady. She always had a smile when we popped in to say hello before visiting my mom at Liberty. What a special person. So sorry for your loss.
To the Wallendal family, so sorry to hear of your mother and grandmothers passing. She was a wonderful lady.
I remember Claire, Pete and the entire family as they neighbored my grandparents farm back in the day. I also worked for them on the potato farm and helped build their new home. To Andy and the entire Wallendal family, memories will make the days easier. Our thoughts to you and your family.
Carol, So sorry to read about your mothers passing. She is in a good place now with your dad.
Carol…..Much sorrow and many prayers are coming your way. Sorry for the loss of your Mom. I’m sure she will be missed by
all who knew her. Heaven has welcomed her with open arms.
We are so sorry on your loss. May God family and friends comfort you during this difficult time. Hold each close and share your memories.
Sorry for your loss…Claire was a wonderful lady. Prayers to you all…