Irma J. Helmueller, age 89 of Plum City, died Tuesday, September 27, 2016 at the Chippewa Valley Hospital in Durand with her family by her side.

Irma was born on January 28, 1927 in Plum City. She was the daughter of Warren and Eleanor (Bien) Taylor. Irma grew up in the Plum City area and graduated from Plum City High School. After high school, Irma moved to Minneapolis and worked there for a year. Irma married Eugene W. Helmueller on June 19, 1945 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Plum City. After marriage, they farmed on the Helmueller family farm and raised their family. Irma led the Plum City Cub Scouts for several years, instructed baking for the 4-H and was an active member at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church. In 1987 Irma and Eugene moved to the Village of Plum City, where she remained the rest of her life.

Irma enjoyed baking, cooking, canning, taking care of her vegetable and flower gardens. Most of all, Irma loved to spend time with family and friends, especially her grandchildren.

Irma is survived by her husband of 71 years; Eugene, children; Kathleen Luebker of Plum City, Michael (Lois) of River Falls and Mary Jane Wood of Menomonie, 13 grandchildren; Lisa (Kris), Mark (Annie), Jacki (Shaun), Pam, Paula (Dale), Stacy (Eric), April, Robert (Rochelle), Kathleen, Nathan (Corrine), Allison (Andrew), Jacob (Andrea) and Matthew, 15 great grandchildren, four step grandchildren, six step great grandchildren, two step great great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents, son Tim, three brothers; Vern, Charles and Neil Taylor and three sisters; Lucille Taylor, Dorothy Olson and Lorraine Bechel.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 AM Friday at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Plum City with Rev. Paul G. Czerwonka officiating. Burial will be in the Free Home Cemetery in Plum City. Visitation will be from 4-8 PM Thursday at the Rhiel Funeral Home in Durand and one hour prior to services at the church on Friday.

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

Condolences

1. Dale and Lorelee Binkowski October 1, 2016, at 11:30am

   Our deepest sympathy to you, Eugene, and family.
   So sorry we could not attend any of the services. We
   are on vacation in Missouri and Iowa this week. Irma
   was a good woman, and you have many great memories
   of her. Our prayers for her and you at this sad time.

2. Bryan Helmueller September 30, 2016, at 6:37am

   So Sorry for Your loss..

3. The Dahl family September 30, 2016, at 1:21am

   Condolences from the entire Dahl family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Love from all.

4. Joe and Wanda Traynor September 29, 2016, at 3:03pm

   So sorry Kathy to hear of your mothers death. She was a sweet lady. You are in our thoughts and prayers

5. Plum City Care Center September 29, 2016, at 7:30am

   Sending our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss…our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. From your Plum City Care Center family.

6. Bob & Barb Freiberg September 28, 2016, at 9:32pm

   I remember meeting Irma at a family reunion when I was with Judy (Pizzi) Wentlandt many years ago. She was very kind and welcoming. Sending prayers of comfort to all of the family.

7. Becky Hase September 28, 2016, at 8:28pm

   Thinking about the Eugene and the family at this difficult time! Thoughts, prayers and hugs!

8. Yvonne Benson September 28, 2016, at 6:03pm

   An angel on earth and now an angel in heaven. Sending our love and sympathy.

9. Katrin Guymon September 28, 2016, at 5:39pm

   The world lost an amazing women on Sept 27 2016. She will be missed by so many. I have never met a woman that made me always feel welcome in her home the way that Irma did. Rest in Peace and be with the angels because we all know that you will be one.

   Love
   Katrin

10. Jan Fisher September 28, 2016, at 5:34pm

    So sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family.

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