Daniel C. Wahl, age 87 of Durand, died Thursday, June 9, 2022 at his home in Durand with his family by his side.

Dan was born on March 27, 1935 in Menomonie. He was the son of Albert and Lillian (Olson) Wahl. Dan grew up in Menomonie and graduated from Menomonie High School. After high school, Dan enlisted into the U.S. Navy. He was submarine qualified and spent eight years on the USS Tench before being honorably discharged. Upon his return home, Dan took a job in law enforcement, a career that spanned 37 years. Dan spent time as a police officer in several areas including California. He spent the last 15 years as the Chief of Police for Durand, retiring in 1997. Dan married Mary Price, together they had 4 children and later divorced. He later married the love of his life, Lynda Dobbs and they spent 30 years together until her death in 2016. Every weekend, Dan and Lynda would go polka dancing, it was their favorite thing to do together.

Dan enjoyed doing electrical work, carpentry and golfing. He and Lynda enjoyed many years at the Lincolnwood Resort on Long Lake. Most of all, Dan loved to spend time his children and grandchildren.

Dan is survived by his children, Rick (Valene) Caldwell of Durand; Doug (Margaret Steindl) Carlson of Durand and Michelle (Doug Fleming) O’Connell of Menomonie, grandchildren, Merlin; Matthew; Taylor; Patrick; Trystin; Steven; Matthew; Brittney; April; Danny and Amanda, four great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, wife, Lynda; three children, David Caldwell; Jeff Caldwell and Daniel Caldwell, one sister, Imogen Gilberts and one brother, David Wahl.

A Celebration of Life will be held 4:00PM-7:00PM Thursday, June 16, 2022 at the Rhiel Funeral Home in Durand.

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

Condolences

1. Valene Caldwell June 25, 2022, at 5:45pm

   We think of us often and remember happy n wonderful times n meals together. My prayers are that U and Lynda can kick back at the lake n polka as much as u want in heaven! Miss U Grabdpa!! XXXOOO

2. Antoinette Brion June 11, 2022, at 11:00am

   So sorry to here about your dad. He helped my husband a lot. He was a grate man.

3. George Vanderveren June 10, 2022, at 9:53pm

   To Dan's family in this difficult time... I hope y'all can find peace in knowing the pain is because of the great love you shared. My connection with Dan is he and I are Diesel Boat Submariners. U.S. Navy EN2 (SS) Dan Wahl, our Brother of the Phin' is now on his Eternal Patrol. Rest your Oar Sailor , we have the watch. God's speed my friend.

4. George Vanderveren June 10, 2022, at 8:39pm

   a Brother of the Phin ???? ???????? USS TENCH (SS-417) EN3 (SS) now on his Eternal Patrol...Rest your Oar Sailor, we have the watch. I will miss all them 10-4's my friend! ???? ????

5. Irma Gonzalez June 10, 2022, at 2:15pm

   RIP Dan now you have been reunited with all your loved ones where it's peaceful and beautiful. ????️????️

6. Josette LaForte June 10, 2022, at 11:38am

   I did not know Mr. Wahl personally, but if he was anything like his daughter Michelle, he must have been amazing! Sincere condolences to the entire family.

7. Irish Jade June 9, 2022, at 9:09pm

   R.I.P. Dan. I truly enjoyed conversations with you for the short time I’ve known you living across the street in Pig Town. My deepest heartfelt sympathy to the Wahl family.

8. Char & Lee Anderson June 9, 2022, at 7:04pm

   Your entire family is in our thoughts during this difficult time. Dan was a great man and gave both my wife and I our start in law enforcement, which led to successful careers. We both have many fond thoughts of those times!

9. Crystal Dow June 9, 2022, at 6:13pm

   So very sorry to hear the news....such a great fun guy!! I can just see him dancing!!! RIP DAN....GOOD FRIEND.....

10. Rene Stamschror June 9, 2022, at 3:46pm

    My prayers and thoughts are with Dan's family.
    Thank you for protecting and serving our country. Along with protecting and serving Durand. I am Joan Poolers granddaughter.. They lived across from one another
    Such a caring and sweet man. Whenever he would be outside there was always a wave and a big ole smile. Rest in Peace and Fly High

11. Herb Swain June 9, 2022, at 2:36pm

    Dan was a great man. We have had many good talks in the past. Gonna miss out conversations.

12. Stan Ridgeway June 9, 2022, at 1:58pm

    Thank you Chief Wahl for your years of service in law enforcement and with the US Navy. Rest in Peace DPD42. My condolences to the Wahl family.

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