Helen K. Prissel, age 82 of Durand, died Tuesday, February 23, 2016 at the Lake Hallie Memory Care in Chippewa Falls, surrounded by her loving family.

Helen was born on February 28, 1933 in Boscobel. She was the daughter of John and Lillian (Stein) Wayne. Helen grew up in the Mondovi and Durand area, graduating from Durand High School. She married Alfred “Fritz” Weiss on February 10, 1953 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church-Lima, rural Durand. Together they farmed and raised their family of eight. Fritz passed away in 1978. Helen later married Roger Prissel on April 10, 1980 and welcomed five step-children to her family. She managed the Durand Rod and Gun Club for 25 years. Helen also worked at the Durand Golf Course, the Corral and had a catering business with her daughter-in-law, Mary. She was a hard worker that enjoyed the company of others.

Helen enjoyed her vegetable and flower gardens, cooking, canning, playing cards, music, dancing and watching sports. Most of all, Helen loved to be with her family and friends.

Helen is survived by her husband; Roger, her children; Debra (Dan) Case of Chippewa Falls, Denise (Joe) Auth of Arkansaw, Cheryl (Bob) Yarrington of Eau Claire, Cindy (Pat) Auth of Arkansaw, Marty (Mary) Weiss of Durand, Margean McRoberts of Eleva, Gordy (Rhonda) Weiss of Durand, Cora (David) Castleberg of Rochester, MN, five step-children; Lori (Steve) Howe of Eau Claire, Amy Prissel of Arkansaw, Kelly (Shayne) Phillips of Texas and Dayna (Jay) Weiss of Texas, 25 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren, several step grandchildren and great grandchildren, two brothers; Bob (Sue) Wayne and Jim (Mary) Wayne, both of Durand, one sister; Hazel (Dick) Swanson of Florida, two sisters-in-law; Kathryn Wayne of Menomonie and Aileen Wayne of Durand, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents, first husband; Fritz, step-son; Rogie Prissel, five brothers; Donald, Earl, Roy, Bill and Harvey Wayne, and three sisters; Mary Buchholtz, Dorothy McMahon and Eleanor Johnson.

The family would like to thank the staff of the Lake Hallie Memory Care and Mayo Clinic Home Hospice for their loving care to Mom.

Funeral Mass will be 11:30 AM Monday, February 29, 2016 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church-Lima in Durand with Rev. Paul Bosco officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery at a later date. Visitation will be from 4-8 PM Sunday at the Rhiel Funeral Home in Durand and one hour prior to services at the church on Monday.

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

Condolences

1. Karen Sundstrom February 29, 2016, at 7:29am

   My sincere sympathy on the loss of your dear loved one. Helen was a woman of grace, who blessed many with her friendship and many talents. I will keep you all in my prayers.

2. Donna Karshbaum February 29, 2016, at 6:41am

   We are so sorry for your loss, Helen was a great lady, She taught me a lot,She is going to be missed, LOVE Her a lot !

3. Kathy Lieffring February 28, 2016, at 3:57pm

   My sympathy to Helen's family......I always enjoyed talking with her!

4. Donna Wayne Engels February 28, 2016, at 1:38pm

   Sending our sympathy to the family in this time of loss. Hoping the memory of all Helen’s kindness and good works helps us celebrate a wonderful human being.
   Love,
   Donna and Denny Engels

5. Jack & Donna Barber February 28, 2016, at 11:58am

   So sorry to hear of the passing of Helen.
   What a wonderful person she was, will be remembered by all. So sorry for your loss. GREAT LADY !!
   Prayers !!

6. David j. Prissel February 27, 2016, at 9:22am

   So sorry to hear of Helens passing, prayers to all the family. Dave, Sharon, and family.

7. Doug & Donna Gruber February 27, 2016, at 5:42am

   Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time of loss. May she rest in peace.

8. Darlene Cliff February 27, 2016, at 12:45am

   I'm terribly sorry to learn of your mom's and grandmother's passing. I remember her as a very cordial, smiling, and hard working woman. I doubt her hands were ever still. She leaves a wonderful legacy to the many family members whose lives have been enriched by her. God will take good care of her. You have my deepest sympathies.

9. Dennis Forster (& Arlene) February 26, 2016, at 1:19pm

   We were so sorry to hear that Helen has passed. I, Dennis, have known Helen most of my life, having known Fritz, her parents and having played baseball and softball for and with her brothers, Don, Roy, Bob and Jim for many years.

   Helen was always friendly with a seemingly perpetual smile on her face. For many years I would see and visit with Helen at the Chippewa Valley Hospital Golf benefit and at the Corral. No matter how busy she was, Helen would make time to visit and talk for a minute. Helen was at the top of my favorite person list.

10. Jim & mary Wayne February 26, 2016, at 12:29pm

    Our sympathy to Helen Family. She will be greatly missed by everyone. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family at this sad time. Sorry we will not be able to make it home in time.

11. Janet (Feeney) Bauer February 26, 2016, at 11:08am

    Sorry for your loss.

12. Arlene Pittman February 26, 2016, at 6:33am

    So sorry for your loss of dear Helen

13. Diane Carroll February 25, 2016, at 6:24pm

    Our condolences to all Aunt Helen's family and loved ones. Aunt Helen was a very special beautiful lady. She gave love and joy freely to everyone she encountered and will be greatly missed. She was one of my favorite aunt's and I am blessed to have lots of wonderful memories of her.
    God bless, love to all,
    John and Diane Carroll

14. Gordy & LaVina Gifford February 25, 2016, at 5:18pm

    Roger, Helen's children & step children,
    Our sympathy and prayers go out to you on your loss of Helen. May your love for her and memories console you now and stay with you always.
    Gordy, LaVina Gifford & family

15. Bob Radle February 25, 2016, at 3:18pm

    My deepest condolences to your family from us.

16. Tom Bauer February 25, 2016, at 2:33pm

    Marty, Mary and the rest of your family our condolences and prayers.

17. Lisa Schlosser February 25, 2016, at 1:46pm

    So very sorry for your loss. Helen was such a great lady. I always enjoyed visiting with her when I saw her. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

18. Dick and Ruth Doughty February 25, 2016, at 1:37pm

    Sorry to hear of Helen's passing. We will always remember her as great person.

19. Dave & Sally Steinke February 25, 2016, at 8:50am

    Roger and family, so sorry for your loss. Helen was a wonderful lady.

20. Walter Hovland February 25, 2016, at 7:14am

    I am so Sorry for your loss My prayers go out to the family

21. Terry & Connie Weber February 25, 2016, at 6:54am

    With sincere sympathy to you all. Will always remember Helen as the fun loving person she was.

22. judy bailey{ prissel} February 24, 2016, at 11:19pm

    I have so many wonderful memories of Helen. So sorry she had to suffer. She is with God now and will always be looking down with love for her family. Helen loved all her children so much, my love and prayers for all of you.

23. Tonja Kuehn February 24, 2016, at 10:56pm

    I worked with Helen at the Golf Course. I am so SORRY for your loss. She will be missed by many.

24. Daniel and Janet McDonough February 24, 2016, at 9:46pm

    So sorry for your loss.

25. Marsha Brannen February 24, 2016, at 9:08pm

    So sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

26. candy butler February 24, 2016, at 8:46pm

    Prayers for your family.

27. Patti Blount February 24, 2016, at 8:08pm

    I'm sorry to hear about the passing of Helen Prissel. I used to talk to her when I would see her at work.

28. Ray and Vicky (Bauer) Breidung February 24, 2016, at 7:58pm

    Helen was a very wonderful and joyful lady. RIP Helen and God Bless Family.

29. Joanne (McRoberts) Hewitt February 24, 2016, at 7:39pm

    Helen is part of happy memories from my younger years. She always welcomed us running in and out of the house when we visited our grandparents. She was patient and kind. Sincere sympathy to her family. God Bless.

30. Lyle and Janet Pelke February 24, 2016, at 7:33pm

    We so enjoyed visiting with Helen, is was a great lady!

31. John Ware February 24, 2016, at 7:23pm

    Rest in peace Helen. You were such a great lady. Prayers for your loved ones.

32. Larry and Terry Witt February 24, 2016, at 7:21pm

    So very sorry to hear about your Mom Deb. Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this time. We will be thinking of you. Terry and Larry

33. Sara Unset- Ruff February 24, 2016, at 7:18pm

    My deepest sympathy on the loss of you precious loved one!

34. Karen and Charlie February 24, 2016, at 6:14pm

    Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.

35. Marsha Sullivan February 24, 2016, at 6:09pm

    So sorry to hear of Helens passing. She was always so sweet. She has a lot of family waiting for her. But we will miss her. You have our deepest sympathy.

36. Ron Yarrington February 24, 2016, at 5:57pm

    So sorry for your loss. We are thinking about you and your family. She was a good person.

37. Carolyn & Bob Schwaderer February 24, 2016, at 5:55pm

    Our deepest condolences to the whole family! Helen was a joy to know and visit with. We share your loss.

38. Kelly Silberhorn February 24, 2016, at 5:52pm

    Sorry for your loss, your in my thoughts and prayers. Helen was a great lady. Hugs

39. Jill M Silberhorn Bauer February 24, 2016, at 5:43pm

    Been thinking of Helen and praying for her and family. She was one special lady. Find solace that she is at peace now.

40. Cindy Blanchard February 24, 2016, at 5:38pm

    Deb & Dan, I was so very sorry to read of your Mothers passing. This is so very hard. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

41. Nancy Jardine February 24, 2016, at 5:37pm

    Cheryl I am so sorry for your loss, Prayers to help you find the sunshine again. love and hugs to you all

42. Donna And Richard Karshbaum February 24, 2016, at 5:20pm

    God Bless Helen She was a great and Beautiful Lady, we Love her a lot !

43. Kris and Dave Polzer February 24, 2016, at 4:52pm

    Helen is in heaven serving a big meal for all the angels. What a hard working wonderful lady she was who will be missed by so many. Sincerely, Dave and Kris Polzer

44. Judy john parr February 24, 2016, at 3:52pm

    Sorry to hear your loss. Wonderful lady

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