Brad Raymond Kugel

MANITOWOC - Brad Raymond Kugel, 'Mr. Sunshine', 49, passed into the Lord's care and keeping on Wednesday, February 22, 2006. Brad was born in Racine on August 8, 1956, to Harvey (Spark) Hess Jr. and Ruth E. Hess (Hope), later married to Paul Kugel Jr. He was a graduate of Case High School in Racine, Class of 1974. Brad served in the United States Navy for a short term before being Honorably Discharged. Brad was a man of many talents and a constant entrepreneur. He had two loves, cars and cooking. His many accomplishments included being Head Chef at the Sanctuary in Racine and Ray Radigan's in Kenosha, proprietor of the Franksville Family Restaurant, the Homemade Hide-a-Way in Francis Creek, Countryside Auto in Manitowoc, and the business that made him famous as 'Mr. Sunshine', the Sunshine Limousine in Manitowoc. His strong beliefs and love for people led him into assisting with the Safe Ride Program in Manitowoc and to obtain his title of Reverend, under which he performed many matrimonial services. Mr. Sunshine had a quick wit, an upbeat personality, and an unforgettable laugh (Huh-ha!). His dreams were never-ending and his spirit soared with each new endeavor. God Bless! Brad is survived by his wife, Naomi Rouse-Kugel; and four step-sons Samuel, Ezra, Jordan, and Gabriel. His is also survived, through previous marriage, by Sheryl J. Kugel (Neumiller); step-daughter, Kristen Marie Obernberger; daughter, Jessica Angeline; son, Brandon Lucas; also through previous marriage, by Sherry A. Kugel (Wilson); son, Brad R. (Stephanie) Kugel II; two brothers, Bruce (Sandy) Hess, Brian (Jan) Hess; two sisters, Joy (Norv) Thompson, Paulette (Larry) Cornell; grandmother, Ann Kugel; four grandchildren, Amber, Angela, Brad Kugel III, and Faith Obernberger. Also survived by aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and other friends and relatives. Brad was preceded in death by parents, Paul and Ruth Kugel Jr.; birth father, Harvey Hess Jr.; grandparents, Paul Kugel Sr., Harvey Hope, and Angeline Gilbert. The family will greet relatives and friends from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the Memorial service at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, February 25, 2006, at Lutheran Chapel of the Cross Church in Racine (1426 North Fancher Road, Racine, Wis. 53406 - (262) 886-4000. Exit I-94 at Highway K, traveling east to Highway H (Fancher Road), then south on Highway H.) The service will be officiated by Rev. Daniel Feldscher. In lieu of flowers, a memorial will be established in Brad's name. The Pfeffer Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc is assisting the family locally with funeral arrangements.