Dorothy Ann Lind Heagle, age 80 of Rock Falls, passed away Tuesday, August 12, 2014 at Sacred Heart Hospital in Eau Claire.

Dorothy was born February 7, 1934 in Monroe, WI, the daughter of Herman and Viola (Trickel) Becker. Dorothy graduated from Monroe High School in 1951. She graduated from St. Mary’s School of Nursing in Madison in 1954. Dorothy married Gaylen Jerome Lind February 19, 1955 at St. Victor’s Catholic Church in Monroe. After marriage, Dorothy and Gaylen moved to Durand, where Dorothy worked as a registered nurse at the Durand Hospital, (formerly St. Benedict’s Hospital). In 1978, Dorothy and Gaylen moved to Rock Falls, and in 1979 she began work at Sacred Heart Hospital until retiring in 1996. During this time, Dorothy also worked at the family floral business, The Gay Chalet, in Durand and Eau Claire. In her retirement, Dorothy was an avid volunteer, offering her time at Sacred Heart Hospital; taking Holy Communion to the shut-ins and homebound, and she also sang with St. Henry’s Polka Choir for 15 years. Dorothy loved to travel around the world, and especially cherished the memory of meeting Pope John Paul II in Rome. She enjoyed selecting special presents for the grandchildren from her many travels. Gaylen died in 1993 and Dorothy later married Robert Anson Heagle November 6, 1999 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Arkansaw and they made their home in Rock Falls.

Dorothy is survived by her husband, Robert; eight children: Theresa (Don) Kane of Plum City, Kathryn (Glen) Nale of Eau Claire, Nancy (Randy) Weber of Eau Galle, Jerry Lind of Rock Falls, Mary Gay Enerson of Eau Claire, Gina (R.P.) Pelke of Arkansaw, Beth (Bren) Hartinger of Wausau, and Jennifer (Brian) Weiss of Durand; 15 grandchildren: Brian (Tracey), Jeff, Erin (Colin), Rachel (Ben), Eric (Ashley), Kelsey, Renee (Arv), Michelle (Beau), Nathan, Andy, Lindsey, Bethany, Emily, Jack, and Samuel; four great grandchildren: Arvid Dane, Alex, Emma, and Korinne; three step daughters: Karen Heagle of Brooklyn, NY; Denise (Fred) Tillman of Oro Valley, AZ; Mary Heagle of Seattle, WA; two step grandchildren: Jasper (Alex), and Lucy; two step great-grandchildren: Trinity and Mac; one brother: Rodney (Sara) Becker of Ashburn, VA; nephew Randy (Darby) of Fairfax, VA, niece Tammy (Stephen) of Leesburg, VA, and their families; as well as many other beloved relatives and friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Gaylen.

Memorial services will be 11:00 AM Monday at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Durand with Rev. Paul Bosco officiating, and burial immediately after in the church cemetery.

Friends may call from 4:00 to 8:00 PM Sunday at the Rhiel Funeral Home in Durand and one hour prior to services at the church on Monday.

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

Condolences

1. Nadine Schuh September 4, 2014, at 12:28pm

   This saying helped ease the pain when my sister, dad, and brother died. ((( When a loved one goes away on a trip we sadly say, " THERE SHE GOES" BUT-- on the other side they joyfully say, " HERE SHE COMES !!!" )))

2. Nadine Schuh August 23, 2014, at 6:02pm

   I just found out about your mom and am so very sorry for your loss. I loved working with her on the Rehab unit.

3. Patty Malloy August 22, 2014, at 1:09pm

   So sorry for your loss. Dorothy was such a sweet lady. Thinking of you all at this very difficult time.

4. Dr John Lamoureux August 18, 2014, at 7:02pm

   Dorothy was a wonderful person and a wonderful nurse. She was a delight to work with on the Rehab service on the 9th floor of Sacred Heart. She had such caring and competence.
   She is remembered.

5. Emily August 17, 2014, at 10:22am

   I am very sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in God's promise that He will soon end all reasons for distress, even death.

6. Jim & Irene Konsela August 17, 2014, at 9:38am

   With Our Deepest Sympathy to all the Families. May your many memories help you through this difficult time.

7. Rosemary Carlisle August 15, 2014, at 7:06am

   My sincerest sympathy on the loss of your beautiful mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

8. Suzette & Chuck Wysocky August 14, 2014, at 12:28pm

   Bob and family we are sorry to hear of your loss. Dorothy was a beautiful, warm, wonderful person. And now we all have a brighter star watching over us.
   Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

9. Maggie (Nothom) Pierskalla August 14, 2014, at 8:26am

   Mrs. Lind, which she will always be to me, was such a kind, wonderful person. She was like a second mom to me. She was so kind to not only me but to my mom and for that I will be eternally grateful. I can still see her and my mom racing up the hill in her Pinto on their way to work at the hospital in Durand. I know the gates of heaven opened wide for her to enter. May she rest in peace.

10. Rick and Carol Richardson August 14, 2014, at 8:02am

    Sending thoughts and prayers to each and everyone of you. Dorothy was a very special person. With our sympathy.

11. Rose King-Bruce August 14, 2014, at 1:17am

    I'm so sorry to hear about your mom. She was the best neighbor and the best lady to babysit for. I just loved all you kids ! Know that your mom is in a good place ! You have my sympathies . Hugs to you all. Your old baby-sitter, Rose Marie

12. Sharon McClary August 13, 2014, at 7:49pm

    So sorry to hear of your loss. I know you have many wonderful memories of your mother. I am so thankful for those memories we have that help us through these most difficult times in our lives. Praying that you will feel the Lord's comfort at this time.

13. Rodney and Sara Becker August 13, 2014, at 3:26pm

    Dorothy was Rodney's only sibling and Sara's only "sister" and she was dearly loved and will be missed by our whole family. She was a very loving, caring and special lady.

14. Jeannine Lind August 13, 2014, at 3:07pm

    Dorothy was my sister-in-law and more, she was like a sister to me. God bless.

15. Kris Hoff August 13, 2014, at 9:21am

    Jer,

    Very sorry to hear about your Mom, you are in our thoughts!

16. Bev and Mike Cleary August 13, 2014, at 9:03am

    So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

17. dan jankee August 13, 2014, at 6:28am

    Jer , sorry about Mom. I know you were very close. Hope to see you soon.

18. Chad Thompson August 13, 2014, at 6:07am

    Thoughts and prayers for you

19. Wendy Sobotta August 13, 2014, at 5:01am

    Jerry , my prayers are with you and your family. All of us at Marten sends our Love and prayers.

20. Ànita Haskins August 12, 2014, at 8:33pm

    Thoughts and prayers to the whole family from the old neighborhood!

21. John Judy parr August 12, 2014, at 6:35pm

    You have our sympathy

22. John Judy parr August 12, 2014, at 6:35pm

    You have our sympathy

23. Mary Ann & Tom Jagoda August 12, 2014, at 6:26pm

    My very Special dear friend from long ago-I will miss her very much!

24. Tammy Wegner August 12, 2014, at 5:26pm

    Heartfelt sympathy from our family to yours. Dorothy was a wonderful, sweet lady!

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