Gary Onstad Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Gary Onstad (Black River Falls, Wisconsin), whose life came to an end on December 6, 2025 at the age of 84, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Dexter Onstad and Ruth Onstad; and his siblings, Dick, Bill, Marilyn, Rose (Tutti), Robert and David.
He is survived by: his wife Nancy Onstad; his sister Karen Wilkins (Ken) of Sun Prairie; his daughters, Lara Helbach (George) and Ann Eberhardt (Brad); his grandchildren, Nathan Stenulson (Chelsea), Megan Stenulson (Brandyn Stoker), Brandon Stenulson of Eau Claire, Zachary Zillmer of La Crosse, Alli Parker (Nate) and Madison Eberhardt; his stepgrandchildren, Zachary Helbach (Ashley) of Amherst, Lindsay Maves (Steve) of Wisconsin Rapids, Alex Helbach (Dasha) of Plover and Olivia Helbach of Seattle, WA; and his great grandchildren, Alaina, Khloe, Evalee, Amelia and Iyla Stenulson.
A graveside service will be held on Friday, December 12th 2025 from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Riverside Cemetery (Black River Falls, WI 54615). A celebration of life will be held on Friday, December 12th 2025 at 4:00 PM at the Skyline Golf Course Clubhouse (612 N 11th St, Black River Falls, WI 54615).
In lieu of flowers, friends may make a donation in Gary's name to the Jackson County Wildlife Fund (JCWF), P.O. Box 157, Black River Falls, WI 54615.
