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Lenmark Gomsrud Linn Funeral Home – Our Proud Past and Respected Present

The Christian Lenmark Family

Our Funeral Home's History In 1884 the Eau Claire Furniture Company, a furniture store and funeral home, was organized by Christian Lenmark and Ole Ness. It was established at 114 West Grand Avenue, which was known as Kelsey Street at that time.

In 1904 Lenmark's three sons, Peter Oscar, Carland Aaron became associated with the firm, which was renamed Lenmark and Sons. Christian Lenmark sold his interest to Peter Oscar in 1912.


In 1916 the building at 814 First Avenue was planned and built to establish the first mortuary devoted to funeral services in the entire Midwest.

Peter Oscar Lenmark's son, Aaron joined the firm in 1927 and took over management of the firm with the death of his father in July, 1947. At that time a long contemplated plan to modernize the building was started. The decoration and design was carried out in Colonial motif. One of the additions to the Colonial Drawing Room was the white marble fireplace which came out of the L.S. Donaldson mansion in Minneapolis. The death of Aaron Lenmark in 1949 came just as the plans were about to be completed.

After Aaron Lenmark's death the management of the firm was taken over by his brother, Jacques Lenmark who joined the firm in 1938, the second member of the third generation to head the staff.

In 1956, the funeral home was enlarged to its present size and redecorated in the same Colonial motif. The large drawing rooms which serve as the funeral chapel area can seat over 150 people. Property on either side of the building was acquired and converted to
large parking areas.

In 1972 Jacques Lenmark sold the funeral home to Jerry Gomsrud and the name was changed to Lenmark Gomsrud Funeral Home. In December of 1993 Jerry Gomsrud sold the funeral home to the present owners, Brad and Caryn Linn. A number of remodeling projects have since been completed including the recent expansion of our parking lot in 2003 now accommodating 85 off street parking spaces.

Take a look inside Lenmark Gomsrud Linn


Our Caring Staff Our staff is determined to deliver you the Lenmark Gomsrud Linn dedication all of the way.

Brad Linn - Funeral Director &
Caryn Linn - Funeral Home Associate
Brad and Caryn Linn Brad, funeral director since 1979, and his wife, Caryn, formerly a nurse at Luther Hospital, have been residents of Eau Claire since 1982, when Brad was a sales representative with Batesville Casket Company in Northwestern Wisconsin. His exposure to funeral homes throughout the state and her great sense of compassion has allowed Brad and Caryn to help families create meaningful memories.
Daniel Duffenbach - Funeral Director
Dan Duffenbach - Funeral Director A life long resident of the Eau Claire-Chippewa Falls area, Daniel is a licensed funeral director who has been serving families for the past 34 years. Daniel is involved with several community organizations. During his spare time Daniel enjoys hunting, fishing, and is a long distance runner. Daniel is married to Karolynne and they have four children and three grandchildren.
Dana Lucier - Funeral Director
Dana Lucier - Funeral Director Dana grew up in Wittenberg, Wisconsin. After high school, she moved to Minneapolis and graduated from the University of Minnesota in 2002. She worked in Minneapolis for 6 years before moving back to Wisconsin. She and her husband, Luke, and their son, Riggins, currently live in Elk Mound. Dana is a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Eau Claire and Chippewa Valley Young Professionals. In her spare time she enjoys being outdoors, reading and spending time with her friends and family.
Luke Lucier - Funeral Director
Luke Lucier - Funeral Director Luke grew up in Walhalla ND/Cavalier ND. He attended Jamestown College where he was a member of their wrestling team and volunteered much of his free time with youth athletics. Luke then moved to Minneapolis, MN and graduated from Mortuary School in 2005. He and his wife, Dana, along with their son, Riggins, live in Elk Mound. While not at work, Luke enjoys playing softball, bike riding, and being outdoors.
Tina Ochs - Office Administrator
Tina Ochs - Office Administrator Tina has been our office administrator since November 2008. She and her family live in the Village of Lake Hallie. She is an active member of Holy Ghost Parish and the CACS school system in Chippewa Falls. She enjoys reading and attending her children's sporting events.
Jerry Whalen - Funeral Director
Jerry Whalen - Funeral Director Jerry, funeral director serving the Eau Claire area since 1965, is a very well-known volunteer in the Chippewa Valley community. Years of experience and community activity has enabled Jerry to give families a personal touch which comforts the families we serve.
Jim Wright - Funeral Director Associate
Jim Wright - Funeral Director Associate Jim was born and raised in Eau Claire. He attended St. Patrick's Grade School and Regis High School. He founded Eau Claire Ski Sprites and had careers in Barbering and Sales. He has been working with the funeral home since 2006. He and his wife, Rosemary, enjoy spending time with their children and grandchildren.