Longtime Cadott Resident Gerald 'Jerry' Eslinger Dies at 86

Eslinger passed away at Chippewa Manor Nursing Home on April 2, 2026.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 10:37pm

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An impressionistic, blurred scene of a small town church in muted tones of yellow, green, and blue, conveying a sense of quiet reflection and community.The peaceful passing of a longtime Cadott resident will bring the community together to celebrate his life and legacy.Cadott Today

Gerald 'Jerry' Eslinger, a longtime resident of Cadott, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2026, at the age of 86. Eslinger died at the Chippewa Manor Nursing Home, with his wife by his side.

Why it matters

Eslinger was a fixture in the Cadott community, having lived there for many years. His passing marks the end of an era for the town and will be felt by those who knew him.

The details

A Mass of Christian burial for Eslinger will be held at 1 p.m. on Thursday, April 9, at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Cadott. Visitation will take place from 10 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. on the same day at the church, prior to the service.

  • Eslinger passed away on Thursday, April 2, 2026.
  • The funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, April 9, 2026.

The players

Gerald 'Jerry' Eslinger

An 86-year-old longtime resident of Cadott, Wisconsin, who passed away at the Chippewa Manor Nursing Home.

St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church

The church in Cadott, Wisconsin where Eslinger's funeral Mass will be held.

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The takeaway

Eslinger's passing marks the end of an era for the Cadott community, where he had been a fixture for many years. His funeral service at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church will allow his friends, family, and neighbors to come together and honor his memory.