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Cindy Sarauer Obituary
Cindy L. (Nolte Bluske) Sarauer
ONALASKA - Cindy L. (Nolte Bluske) Sarauer, 71, of Onalaska passed away on May 25, 2023, at Mayo Hospital of Sparta after a 9½ year battle with cancer.
Cindy was born on December 21, 1951, in La Crosse, WI to Harry and Linnette (Hirschfield) Nolte. After graduating from Logan High School, Cindy worked at La Crosse Footwear for 39 years, right up until the last boot was shipped out of La Crosse. Cindy and former spouse, Jeff Bluske, had three children together. In 2005, she married the love of her life, Gordon Sarauer. Together they shared many trips and adventures and cherished their time with family and friends. As testament to their love, Gordie hardly left her side during her fight with cancer.
Cindy had a profound love for her family and friends. She treasured hugs and always had a special sparkle in her eyes when her entire family was together. Cindy also enjoyed sewing and was an excellent cook. Consider yourself lucky if you've ever experienced one of Cindy's baked goods.
Cindy is survived by husband, Gordon; her children: Tricia (Timothy) Gappa, Michael (Danielle) Bluske, Jeffrey (Trisha) Bluske, and step-children: Helaine Sarauer, Paul (Becky) Sarauer, and Donella Sarauer; grandchildren: Kyle (Melanie) Gappa, Dylan (Caitlin) Gappa, Madyson Bluske, Amy Gappa, Tyler Bluske, Justin Gappa, Jayda Bluske, Logan West, Tanner West, and Cameron West, and great-grandchildren: Eleanor Gappa and Sadie Gappa. She is also survived by siblings: Sherry Nolte, Keith Nolte, Ken Nolte, and Laurie Nolte, and many nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Harry Nolte and Linnette Nolte; brother, Steve Nolte; sisters-in-law: Terri Nolte and Sue Nolte.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, June 2, 2023 at Trinity Lutheran Church, 1010 Sill St., La Crosse. Visitation will be held from 9:00 until the time of service. Pastor Phillip Waselik will officiate. Private interment of her ashes will be at a later date in Hamilton Cemetery, West Salem.
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Annabel and Steve Stenberg
June 16, 2023
We are so sorry for your loss Jeff, and for all of your family. Your Mom was a wonderful lady. Hugs to you dear Jeff
Tammy Klein
June 1, 2023
So sorry to hear of Cindy's passing. Sending my love to Laurie. Wish I could come to the service and help you celebrate Cindy's Life. Laurie, Donella and family, many happy memories and thoughts to carry you through this time. She fought a LONG time.
Sherry & Brandon Nolte
June 1, 2023
I called her "Betty Crocker" she was the epitome of the perfect wife & mother. She was the greatest !!!
Love, Sherry & Brandon
Kathy and Rod Oliver
May 31, 2023
So sorry to hear of the loss of Cindy. She was a wonderful person, always smiling. We watched lots of baseball games together, cheering our boys on the Prairie!! To Tricia, Mike and Jeff, May your memories keep her close to your heart.
Justin Nolte
May 31, 2023
Aunt Cindy was the best and she will be dearly missed.
Betty and Brad Pfaff
May 30, 2023
Our deepest condolences to both Cindy's and Gordie's families. This is heartbreaking news for all of them.
julie johnson
May 30, 2023
We had some great times back in the days
Rest in peace my friend.
Janie Baker
May 29, 2023
Cindy you were loved and I will miss you forever
Diane Tooke
May 28, 2023
Rest in Peace Cindy.
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