James A. Poeschel Sr., age 93 of Eau Claire, formerly of Durand, per his wishes died at home in Eau Claire with his family by his side.

Jim was born on January 7, 1923. He was the son of John and Angeline (Koller) Poeschel. Jim grew up in the Town of Lima and attended Sacred Heart School in Lima. After school he worked on the family farm until buying the Moser Farm in Lima. Jim married Bernice Bauer on May 20, 1947 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. After marriage they continued farming and raising their family of eight children. Jim later merged his farm with the family farm and ran his construction company. He retired from farming and moved to Eau Claire where he continued his construction company.

Jim enjoyed hunting, fishing, playing cards and Old Milwaukee. Most of all, he loved to spend time with his family and friends.

Jim is survived by his loving companion; Joyce Zahara (and their dog Lulu), children; Mary Ann (Tony) Schuh of Rock Falls, John (Pauline) of Union Grove, Jim (Deb) of Kellogg, MN, Pat (Bonnie) of Burlington, Mike (Cheryl) of Morris, IL, Rene Miller of Union Grove and Sue (Tom) Brey of Kansasville, many grandchildren, great grandchildren, one great great grandson, his first wife; Bernice Butzlaff of Kansasville, other relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, daughter and son-in-law; Betty and Jim Risen, and wife; Mary Ann Robertson.

Funeral Mass will be 11:30 AM Thursday, March 17, 2016 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church-Lima in Durand with Rev. Paul Bosco officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held from 4-7 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. Karen Bauer March 14, 2016, at 1:34pm

   I've had the pleasure of knowing Jim through his family for the past 3 years, and he was loved very much.
   I want to send Joyce, Mary Ann and the whole Schuh family, and to the entire Poeschel family my most sincere sympathies and wish you all peace during this difficult time.

2. Dr. Barry Bauer March 13, 2016, at 5:44pm

   My condolences to the family. We were neighbors years ago.

3. Patricia Smith March 12, 2016, at 11:55pm

   I'm so sorry for your loss. I pray your cherished memories make it easier to hear the loss of your loved one. I'm Cassandra Smith's sister in law

4. Judi March 12, 2016, at 11:19am

   Our sympathy to you and your family Mary. Your dad always had a smile on his face. He is at peace now

5. candy March 12, 2016, at 9:49am

   Sorry to here of his passing. One more of the "Good Old Farts". Peace to the family.

6. Mary Lynn (Knutson) Smith March 12, 2016, at 8:00am

   I went to school at Lima with Mary Ann - Class of 1966. Our sincere condolences to Mary Ann and her family on the passing of her father Jim. Mary Lynn and Ken Smith

7. Nadine Schuh March 11, 2016, at 10:38pm

   I will be praying for Jim and his family during this very difficult time. So very sorry for your loss. I will remember Jim playing pool at the H-A-W- which was the last time I saw him. Try to think of the good memories which may help ease the pain. Hugs to the entire family.

8. Judy John Parr March 11, 2016, at 6:35pm

   Sorry to hear your loss your in our prayers

9. David j. Prissel March 11, 2016, at 3:23pm

   Sorry to hear of Jims passing, He aways had a big smile on his face whenever you saw him,

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