Carl Lee Sulik, 78, of Eau Claire, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Tuesday, June 4, 2019, at Dove Healthcare – West, Eau Claire. Carl was born on October 4, 1940, in Chicago, IL, to Hazel and Anton Sulik. He served in the United States Marine Corps in Vietnam from 1966-1967. Carl married Nancy Andrus on October 28, 1971, in Des Plaines, IL, and shared 47 happy years together. They moved to Eau Claire in 1976. Carl worked for the phone company in Des Plaines, IL, but was a carpenter by trade. At one time he had a drywall business, Quality Drywall, and built two homes in Eau Claire. Carl was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He took pride in taking care of his family and was especially proud of his granddaughter. He was a hardworking man, loyal friend, and animal lover – he especially loved dogs. Carl enjoyed camping, boating, fishing, and four-wheeling. He loved spending time with his friends and family, going to the movies, and visiting the coffee shop every morning. Carl was a member of the First Marine Division Association, Military Order of the Purple Heart, United Brotherhood of Carpenters Local 1074 for 32 years, and National Rifle Association. He is survived by his wife, Nancy; daughter, Jennifer; son, Scott (Desiree); granddaughter, Alexis Walters; brothers, Charles (Lori), Raymond (Sue), and their families. He is preceded in death by his parents, Anton and Hazel; and sister, Kathleen. Carl's family would like to extend a special thanks to Dove Healthcare – West for their excellent care and support. He always had a smile on his face and will be dearly missed. A funeral service will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, June 9, 2019, at Lenmark-Gomsrud-Linn Funeral Home, 814 1st Ave, Eau Claire, with Father Tom Krieg officiating. Visitation will be from 12:30 p.m. until the time of the service at the funeral home. Burial will be in Lakeview Cemetery, Eau Claire. Military Honors conducted by VFW Post #305. DUE TO CONSTUCTION, ACCESS TO FUNERAL HOME BY WAY OF GRAND AVE IS CLOSED. PLEASE USE 2ND AVE ENTRANCE.

Service Information

Cemetery

Lakeview Cemetery 1500 Buffington Dr. Eau Claire WI 54703

Visitation

Sunday, June 9 2019 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Lenmark-Gomsrud-Linn Funeral Home 814 First Ave Eau Claire WI 54703

Funeral Service

Sunday, June 9 2019 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Lenmark-Gomsrud-Linn Funeral Home 814 First Ave Eau Claire WI 54703

Graveside Service

Sunday, June 9 2019 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Lakeview Cemetery 1500 Buffington Dr. Eau Claire WI 54703