Tonya "Toni" Schlageter

Tonya "Toni" Marie Schlageter, age 81 of Eau Claire passed away Wednesday, September 6, 2023 at her residence in Eau Claire.

Toni was born August 6, 1942 in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, daughter of Arthur and Merida (James) Tangen. Toni attended and graduated from Memorial High School. She married Donald Schlageter on October 26, 1962. Their son, David, was born in 1968.

Toni worked for her parents at Hallie Golf Course until early 1980’s, then other various retail businesses including Dayton’s. Toni loved sewing, with an expertise in quilting. Together, Toni and Don grew beautiful lilies and were active members with the Lily Association. She won various awards for floral and setting arrangements. Toni loved spending time with family and friends. She was full of life and had the unique gift of sharing laughter, thoughtfulness, and caring with others.  She truly was a special angel to many people.

Toni is survived by her son, David and daughter-in-law, Mary; and sister, Peggy (Mike) Schulte; step-grandson, John McCrackin, and great step-grandchildren, Charlotte and Duke; and many nieces and nephews; and cousins. She was preceded in death by husband, Don; her parents, Art and Merida.

Funeral service will take place at 11 am on Wednesday, September 13, 2023 at Spirit Lutheran Church, 1310 Main Street, Eau Claire, WI 54701, Rev. Rebecca Holland will officiate. Visitation will take place on Tuesday evening at Hulke Family Funeral Home from 5-7 pm and at the church Wednesday morning from 10 am until the time of service. Committal service will take place on Wednesday at 2 pm in the Lakeview Cemetery in Eau Claire.

Friends and family may offer condolences online at www.hulkefamilyfh.com. 

Hulke Family Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 3209 Rudolph Road, Eau Claire, WI 54701 is assisting the family with the arrangements. 

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