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Anthony Oellerich 11/05/2020

Anthony “Tony” Oellerich, age 27 of River Falls, WI, died Thursday, November 5, 2020 from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. Tony was born the son of Mike and Kathy (Mohr) Oellerich on April 6, 1993 in South St. Paul, MN. He grew up in River Falls, graduating from River Falls High School with the class of 2011. Tony worked for his father at Grasshopper Lawn Service and was a bartender. He tended and managed the VIP Bar for many large music events around the country. Tony loved to be outdoors and enjoyed fishing and golfing. He was a car enthusiast, participated in pool and dart leagues, and loved to spend time with friends. Tony was fun loving with a quick smile. He was always willing to help a friend. He is preceded in death by his grandfathers, Joseph Mohr and Robert Oellerich; and uncles, Jeff Oellerich and Tom Scinocca. Tony is survived by his parents, Mike and Kathy Oellerich; sister, Jenny (Nathan) Anfinson; nephews, Wyatt and Logan Anfinson; grandmothers, Jane Mohr and Kay Oellerich; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Tony’s family. A Celebration of Tony’s Life was held on Saturday, November 14, 2020 at Kilkarney Hills Golf Course (163 Radio Road) in River Falls, WI with visitation from 3-6 pm followed by a service at 6 pm. Arrangements are with Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services.

Click here to watch Tony’s memorial service.

24 Comments

  • Louise E Allen Posted November 6, 2020 3:35 pm

    I am so sorry for this tragic loss. My family and church family are praying for comfort.

  • Karla Berry Posted November 6, 2020 3:40 pm

    I am so very sorry for your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help your family get through this.

  • Sandy Poeschel Posted November 6, 2020 4:05 pm

    Kathy and your family- I am so sorry for your loss. Know that my thoughts are with you and my heart breaks with you.

  • MacKenzie Hildahl Posted November 6, 2020 4:07 pm

    My thoughts and prayers are with you, Kathy. I cannot even begin to imagine the pain you are feeling. It is so cruel that a child should ever pass before their parents. Please know that I will continue to pray for you, Tony’s soul, and each of your family members in the hopes that you will all find *any* amount of comfort and peace.

  • Maureen Bailey Posted November 6, 2020 4:13 pm

    Kathy I’m so sorry for your loss. I will be praying for you and your family.

  • Diana Mallat Posted November 6, 2020 4:39 pm

    My deepest sympathy to you and your family, my friend.

  • Russ Kilgore Posted November 6, 2020 5:11 pm

    Hi Kathy, I was crushed when I found out about this. So sorry to hear of your loss. Remember the good times with your son. Hang in there.

  • La’Sonya J Taylor Posted November 6, 2020 6:38 pm

    I am so sorry for your loss. You are and will be in my prayers.

  • Michele Salinas Posted November 6, 2020 6:49 pm

    Kathy and family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss. I cannot even fathom the heartbreak you are feeling right now. I am here for you if there is anything you need. Sending hugs and prayers for peace of mind and heart.

  • Kirsten Allen Posted November 7, 2020 4:45 am

    Mike and Kathy, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your son. You are all in our prayers during this difficult time.
    Kirsten

  • Sue Moriarity Posted November 7, 2020 2:57 pm

    Jenny, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. I am sure it is a most difficult time for you and your family. I hope happy memories give you some peace and comfort. Sending with heartfelt sympathy.

  • Cindy Osborne Posted November 7, 2020 6:36 pm

    I don’t know you but I seen the accident in the news. I lost my son a few months ago from a fatal motorcyle accident as well. By the looks of his picture they could of been brothers. He was 25 yrs old. My heart goes out to you and his loved ones. I found comfort in people reaching out to me, so my hope is this does the same for you. Peace and prayers.

  • Shari Krueger Posted November 8, 2020 6:49 pm

    Mike, Kathy, Jenny I am so sorry for your heartbreaking loss. I was friends with Jeff in high school, college and beyond and remember when Tony was born. I am keeping your family in my thoughts and wish you peace and comfort.

  • Bob and Juli Burns Posted November 8, 2020 10:24 pm

    Mike, Kathy and Jenny: We are so shocked and sorry to hear of Tony’s accident. Our hearts are hurting ever since Kevin informed us. Would like to make it to the service but due to Covid we best not attend. Our sympathy and love is deep for all of you. May peace be with you with God’s love and strength. Bob and Juli

  • Ashley Kowarsch Posted November 9, 2020 3:15 pm

    Kathy and family,

    I am so heartbroken for you all. Life is so unfair. Sending hugs and prayers for peace and healing.

  • Michelle Kimpton Posted November 9, 2020 9:25 pm

    Kathy and Family,

    My most sincere condolences to all of you. I hope you feel surrounded by love during this difficult time.

  • Greta Peterson Posted November 9, 2020 9:26 pm

    Kathy,
    My heart goes out to you and your family. My deepest sympathy at this very sad time.

  • Jeanne Parker Posted November 10, 2020 3:19 am

    Kathy and family,
    I am so sorry. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.

  • Sandi (Ford) Twining Posted November 10, 2020 9:36 pm

    Dear Mike, I am so very sorry for your loss. My condolences to you and your family.

  • Heidi knegendorf Posted November 11, 2020 12:08 am

    He used to call me “ma” cuz I was always nagging him to behave.he was sweet n will be missed.mitchell and forrests mom, heidi

  • Courtney Gilpin Posted November 12, 2020 8:41 pm

    Oellerich Family,
    Tony’s loss is felt from afar. May the healing gift of time carry you gently through the loss you’re feeling now. Sending love, support, and strength to you and your family during this challenging time.

  • Lynn O’Driscoll Posted November 15, 2020 2:40 am

    Kathy and family, please know that we are thinking about you today and in the days to come. We are so sorry for your loss.

  • Diana McHenry Posted November 15, 2020 3:45 am

    Kathy, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathies to you and your family.

  • Kathy Ruelle Posted November 24, 2020 2:05 am

    Dear Kathy, Mike and family,
    I am so deeply saddened to hear of your tragic loss of Tony. I just heard the news tonight and am beyond words. I am without a doubt that you all are deeply mourning.
    Kathy, I have no doubt that you are still howling like a she-wolf as one of our former students had dubbed you because you are so compassionate and embrace life to the fullest. May your strong compassion and belief help carry you through these difficult times.

    I hope that you all will be find peace and solace in many fond memories of your time together here on Earth. Life is fragile and far too short, however our memories stay with us forever.

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