Elaine K. Weber age 83 of Menomonie, passed away Tuesday March 22, 2016 at the Comforts of Home in Menomonie, surrounded by her family.

Elaine was born January 9, 1933 in the Township of Eau Galle, Dunn County.  She was the daughter of Frederick and Florence (Styer) Hartung.  She grew up on the family farm in the Eau Galle Community.  She attended St. Henry’s Elementary School in Eau Galle, two years of high School at St. Mary’s in Durand, and graduated from Menomonie High School in 1950, after moving there in 1948.  Elaine attended Stout Institute for one year.  She married Delbert Weber in 1954 and they farmed in the Township of Weston, Dunn County for 40 years.

Elaine was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Menomonie and was very active in the ministries there, being a Eucharistic Minister, a member of the Parish Council and Mother Teresa Ministry.  She volunteered at the Parish Center, Dunn Co. Food Pantry and Meals on Wheels and Red Cedar Medical Center Auxiliary.  Elaine enjoyed fishing at their cabin, reading, crocheting, watching football, playing cards with her card club, and especially her grandchildren.

Elaine is survived by five children, Dianne (John) Bowen of Rice Lake, Frederick (Jory) of Menomonie, Cleo Gilgenbach (Rich Gilgenbach) of Woodbury, MN, Rose Pelikan of Rosemount, MN, Mary (Scott) Miller of Lakeville, MN; 13 grandchildren, Katie (Greg) Posewitz of Ashland, Cory Bowen of Rice Lake, Jennifer (Cory) Steinmeyer of Menomonie, Jill (Mayur) Palankar of Portland, OR, Jacquelyn Weber of Menomonie, Sarah (Trevor) Willkomm of Fort Collins, CO, James, Richard and Elizabeth Gilgenbach, all of Menomonie, Britanee (Adam) TeBrake of Shakopee, MN, Michael Pelikan of St. Paul, MN, Allison and Rachel Miller of Lakeville, MN; nine great grandchildren, Nolan and Brady Posewitz, Amorie and Delaina Bowen, Cashton Steinmeyer, Evan and Emily Willkomm, Olivia and Reece TeBrake; three sisters, Lorraine Weber of Elmwood, Bernadine (Ray) Asher of Menomonie, Joan (John) Lewis of Danbury; two brothers, Jerry (Marge) Hartung of Elmwood, Richard (Kris) Hartung of Dresser, several brothers-in-law, sisters –in-law, several nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, Delbert, son-in-law, Joseph Pelikan, a brother Donald Hartung, sister Jean Weber,  two sisters-in-law, Rosemary and JoAnne Hartung; two brothers-in-law, Leonard and George Weber.

In lieu of flowers, please consider memorials to St. Joseph Catholic Church or the National Kidney Foundation of WI.

Funeral services will be 10:30 AM Tuesday March 29, 2016 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Menomonie with Rev. James Kurzynski officiating.  Burial will be in the Lower Weston Cemetery, rural Menomonie.

Visitation will be held from 4:00 to 8:00 PM Monday at the Rhiel Funeral Home in Menomonie and one hour prior to services at the church on Tuesday.

Condolences

1. Gladys V Waller March 30, 2016, at 9:34am

   I gave your Mom a ride to dialysis several times and of course knew her as one of my treasurers. Also she was a distant cousin to my husband John. I am sorry I did not get to her funeral. I know you will miss her. She was such a gentle person. I have met many dialysis patients because of giving them rides. Always enjoyed your Mom a lot. I AM GIVING a memorial gift to the Stepping Stones.
   I know you have been richly blessed having Elaine in your lives and I feel the same way for myself.
   My deepest regards to all of you. God's blessing always.
   Gladys

2. Marcia (Norrish) Turnacliff March 25, 2016, at 12:40pm

   Mr. Rich Rhiel, Would you extend my sympathies to Joan, Dick, Bun and Lorraine for me. When I spent time in Menomonie as a child we lived across the street from the Hartungs. Fred and Florence at the time were like parents to me. I lived with the Richartz's My god parents and played with Joan. Lost contact but always saw Elaine and Delbert every time I visited cousin Ginny (Skinny) Browne in Menomonie. Wonderful Memories of all the Hartung's. Will keep them in my thoughts and prayers at this trying time.

3. Pat Marsh March 24, 2016, at 12:40pm

   So very sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless your loved one with his Presence.

4. Paul Danelski March 23, 2016, at 3:07pm

   Rose and family,
   Our prayers will always be with you during this time of greif.

   Paul and Eve
   Mike Hrudka
   Joe Senser

5. Bob and Becky Hendrickson March 23, 2016, at 12:08pm

   Dear Weber clan, your mom was a special person as was your dad. They were the epitome of kindness, goodness, and what everyone should strive to be. Your mom was the last survivor of Bob's original ASCS county committee/spouses, and we have good memories of the times we spent together. May your wonderful memories help you through these days of loss and grieving. Much love, Bob and Becky

6. Paul & Sue Ann Macura March 23, 2016, at 10:02am

   Dear Mary, Scott, Allie & Rachael , We are so sorry to hear about the passing of your mother & grandmother . We are sending our deepest sympathy and love your way ! May God continue to bless your family with strength and peace as you go through this process . Love & Prayers , The Macura Family

7. David Myers March 23, 2016, at 7:24am

   Mary, I am so sorry to hear about your mom. My heart goes out to you and your family.

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