Sharon L. Risler, age 58 of Elmwood, died unexpectedly on Saturday, July 25, 2020 at home after brief illness.

Sherry was born April 17, 1962 in Durand. She was the daughter of George and Angeline (Bates) Wolf and graduated from Elmwood High School in 1980. After school, Sherry worked at Safeway Foods (Marron Foods) in Durand for 16 years. Sherry married Richard “Dick” Risler on June 26, 1998 in Menomonie. After marriage, they lived in Elmwood and Sherry became a pharmacy technician at the Medicine Shoppe for many years. Recently, Sherry was the deli manager at the Countryside Co-op in Ellsworth.

Sherry liked gardening, crafting, entertaining, taking care of her lawn and she was passionate about her dog, Daisey. Most of all, Sherry loved spending time with her family and friends. She especially enjoyed spoiling all of her nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.

Sherry is survived by her husband of 22 years; Dick, three step-children; Angie (Terry) Kitchner of Arkansaw, Rick (Kristina) Risler of Altoona and Justin (Paige) Risler of Arkansaw, 10 grandchildren, siblings; Larry (Mary) Wolf of River Falls, Bob Wolf of Owen, Mary (John) Ausman of Elk Mound, Rita (Rick) Nelson of White Bear Lake, MN, Bill (Teresa) of Hudson, Sue (Nick) Sperger of Durand, Molly Wolf of Elmwood, Joe (Teresa) Wolf of Elmwood and Tony (Jen) Wolf of Lino Lakes, MN, many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents, brother; Jim Wolf and sister-in-law; Judy Wolf.

A Celebration of Life will be held a later date.

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

Condolences

1. Emers0n S. October 28, 2023, at 3:32pm

   This was my great aunt Sherry and I am currently doing a project about her. It makes me happy that a few people were sad and sent a sorry. I really did love her and I hope you all did too.

2. Sharon Schutz August 11, 2020, at 6:09pm

   So sorry to hear of your loss! Sherry worked for me at Sunshine Child Care and Learning Center. She was an excellent employee, co worker and friend! She will be missed! My thoughts and prayers are with you!
   Sharon Schutz

3. Joe and Jan Drier August 6, 2020, at 4:34am

   Our Deepest Sympathy to the Risler and Wolf Families!

4. Gerry and DuWayne Gropp (Kristina’s parents)zosa August 1, 2020, at 11:12am

   MvSo sorry to hear the sad news of Sherry’s sudden passing. Our sincere sympathy to you during this difficult time.

5. Stacy link August 1, 2020, at 9:15am

   Dick and family....I am so sorry for your loss. She is going to be greatly missed. I loved every minute I spent with her over the years.

6. Kathy Colvin July 31, 2020, at 4:30pm

   Dick, I am so shocked and sorry to learn of Sherry's sudden passing. i worked at the North Medicine Shoppe so didn't get to work with her all the time but she was a hoot! In my memories of her I always picture her laughing.

7. Lou Gregor July 30, 2020, at 10:35am

   i am sorry to here of Sharons passing. I pray that God will send the entire family comfort during this most difficult time

8. Joanne Hovey July 29, 2020, at 8:28pm

   Sending sincere sympathy and prayers for family and friends. So sorry for the loss of a special lady.

9. Rhonda Taylor & John Schneider July 29, 2020, at 5:15pm

   So very sorry for your loss Uncle Dick. Sherry will be missed so much. Keep the faith. God Bless You.

10. Carolyn Kothbauer Peterson July 28, 2020, at 10:35pm

    I’m so sorry to hear that Sherry passed away. I remember a lot of good times growing up with all the cousins and playing card games. Sherry was just a couple years older than me. Right between Alice and I in age. Please know you are in my prayers.

11. Alan and Marilyn (Crowe) Wheeler July 28, 2020, at 4:19pm

    So sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved Sherry. We will keep your family in prayer during this difficult time. My God give you comfort and peace.

12. Jayne & Jerry Holt July 28, 2020, at 1:43pm

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless

13. Kathy Manor July 28, 2020, at 9:49am

    I am so saddened to hear the death of Sheri!! So young... your family is in our thoughts and prayers

14. Suzi Crownhart July 28, 2020, at 7:38am

    Mark and I are so sorry for your loss. May Sherry Rest In Peace with Angie, George and Jim.

15. Jessica s July 27, 2020, at 10:48pm

    she was a fun, great woman. Worked with her at medicine shoppe and cvs.. i will miss her greatly..gone too soon..

16. Joanne July 27, 2020, at 7:53pm

    Sheri was a joker!! She was always with a smile and liked to have fun at work. Very hard worker!!Sheri will be missed at Countryside. We're all saddened of losing our coworker!! Thoughts and prayers to Dick and family!! ????

17. Bill McRoberts July 27, 2020, at 7:49pm

    Dick, and family I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you all in my prayers.

18. Lori Houghtaling July 27, 2020, at 7:22pm

    Sherry was such a sweet, kind & fun friend. She was loved by all who met her. I was blessed to have worked with Sherry at Neighborcare & the Medicine Shoppe in Menomonie. So sorry for your loss, I send my sincere sympathy to her family. Sherry will always be remembered.????

19. Tonya Kitchner July 27, 2020, at 6:42pm

    I’m just in awe after hearing this. Sherry was so much fun to work with. Prayers to the family

20. Jan (Bechel) Fisher July 27, 2020, at 5:32pm

    So sorry to hear this news. Prayers for Sherrys family.

21. Joanne July 27, 2020, at 5:18pm

    Sheri was a joker and always had a smile for you. I worked with Sheri at Countryside. She'll be sadly missed and we're all heartbroken! Rest in peace! Thoughts and prayers to Dick and family ????????

22. Marcia Cox July 27, 2020, at 5:16pm

    Our deepest sympathy to Sherry’s family,

23. Richard Bates July 27, 2020, at 4:35pm

    Family of Sherry Risler: So sorry to hear of your loss. Way too young. We will remember Sherry in our prayers. Dick & Jan

24. Mandee Brenner July 27, 2020, at 3:50pm

    Sherry will be so missed, it was a privilege to know her, everyone at the store is heartbroken ❤️ Loving thoughts and prayers to Dick and family

25. Paula Smith July 27, 2020, at 3:42pm

    Terry and angie so sorry for your loss I remember going into the Medican shope to get my meds she would always greet me and we would talk I sure will miss her I'll keep you all in my prayers

26. Tami Raethke July 27, 2020, at 3:02pm

    Sorry for your loss, prayers to the family of Sharon????????( Classmates)

27. Judy Hinrichs July 27, 2020, at 2:53pm

    So shocked to hear of Sherry's passing and so sorry. She was such a great person and anyone who knew her loved her. I woeked with her at Neighbor Care for a few years and we became great friends. My sympathy to her family. There will never be another person like Sherry. Will miss her!

28. Joann Bromen July 27, 2020, at 2:28pm

    God bless to all. Sherri was a very near and dear friend to me. I will miss her smiling face and the jokes we use to tell while at work. And of course our gab fests on the phone after a busy week at work. Heaven has a new angel for sure.

29. Mandy Phillips July 27, 2020, at 2:06pm

    I'm so very sorry to hear about Sherry's sudden passing...
    My thoughts and prayers go out to all of her family and friends...

30. John and Judy Parr July 27, 2020, at 12:01pm

    Hugs too all

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