Gerald "Jerry" Hoehl

Gerald “Jerry” Hoehl, 78, of Eau Claire, passed away unexpectedly on March 8, 2019. Though our hearts may grieve, we rejoice that he has reached his heavenly home. Jerry was born in St. Anna, WI to Claude and Rose (Umfeehrer) Hoehl on March 9, 1940. He graduated from Kiel High School and earned a bachelor’s degree in math from UW-Oshkosh. He married Sharon Hass on August 3, 1963 in New Holstein, WI. After marriage, they lived in West Bend, WI where Jerry worked for West Bend Mutual Insurance Company. After the birth of their first daughter, Jerry was transferred to Eau Claire, WI, where he worked as a territory manager for 30 years. He went on to sell insurance for Magadance-Parrott Insurance. Jerry was a dedicated member of St. Olaf Parish and a past president of the men’s club. He volunteered his time as a mass server and usher. Over the last two decades, he devoted many Friday nights to working at the fish fry, and it was there he spent the last few hours of his life. An avid fisherman, Jerry could often be found out on the lake, and he took pleasure in the north woods, hunting with his friends. He especially enjoyed playing cribbage with his grandchildren and watching his grandson play hockey and baseball. Jerry was an active member of the Moose Lodge and participated in their couples bowling league, as well as a member of the Knights of Columbus. Jerry is survived by his loving wife, Sharon; two daughters, Kim (Andrew) Krieg and Kelly Bowe; three grandchildren: Hayden Bowe, Emma and Victor Krieg. Jerry was preceded in death by his parents; his only sister, Joyce and her husband Charles Polster; son-in-law Darin Bowe. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 11:00 am on Monday, March 18, 2019 at St. Olaf Parish, 3220 Monroe St, Eau Claire, WI 54703 with Father James Kurzynski officiating. Visitation will take place from 9:30 am until the time of service on Monday. Entombment will be at Calvary Catholic Cemetery & Mausoleum at a later date. Friends and family may offer condolences online at www.lenmarkfh.com. Lenmark Gomsrud Linn Funeral & Cremation Services is assisting the family. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in his name to St. Olaf’s Parish.

Service Information

Visitation

Monday, March 18 2019
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

St. Olaf Catholic Church
3220 Monroe St
Eau Claire WI 54703

Mass

Monday, March 18 2019
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

St. Olaf Catholic Church
3220 Monroe St
Eau Claire WI 54703