Elaine K. Schlifer

Elaine K. Schlifer, 90, of Onalaska, WI passed away on Wednesday, November 14, 2018. She was born on September 26, 1928 in Port Huron, MI to Clyde and Marge (Hilliker) Nelson. On December 4, 1948 she married Donald Schlifer in La Crosse. She worked as a secretary for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation from 1969-1989, when she retired. Elaine enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, going to the casinos, knitting and watching Packer games.

She is survived by two sons Doug (Peggy) Schlifer and Greg (Trina) Schlifer both of La Crosse, four grandchildren Laura Schlifer, Amie (Dan) Reit, Andrew Schlifer and Adam Schlifer. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Donald in 1995 and a grandson Joel Schlifer in 2010.

In keeping with Elaine’s wishes there will be no services. She will be buried in Mormon Coulee Memorial Park. Donations may be made to the Gundersen Medical Foundation. The Schumacher – Kish Funeral & Cremation Services, La Crosse Chapel, is assisting the family.