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Peter J. Zeihen Jr.
1943 - 2025
BORN
1943
DIED
2025
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Peter Zeihen Obituary
November 1, 1943 - December 5, 2025
Peter J. Zeihen Jr., age 82, passed away Friday, December 5, 2025, at his residence. The son of the late Peter J. Zeihen, Sr. and Patricia E. Zeihen (Ide), Peter was born November 1, 1943. A lifelong resident of Kenosha, Peter was educated at St. James Elementary School and graduated from St. Joesph High School.
Peter enjoyed working outdoors and spent over 40 years in the asphalt business working for Kenosha Asphalt, Payne and Dolan and retiring from Cicchini Asphalt. Peter was an avid fisherman and spent many days fishing with his buddies at the Kenosha harbor. Peter enjoyed playing cribbage as well as betting on the horses. Peter was known for his subtle wit/sense of humor and always had a positive outlook on life.
Peter was the oldest of eight children. Surviving are five siblings, Michael (Marianne) Zeihen, Jane Zeihen, Daniel Zeihen, Christine (Howard) Zeihen and Mark (Vicki) Zeihen. He is also survived by Robert Wrath who was like a son to him. Peter is preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Mary and brother James. Peter was also preceded in death by his long-time companion, Carole J. Wrath.
The family would like to thank Jane Zeihen (RN) and Alex Moran (heath care provider) for taking care of Peter in his final years. Because of their care, Peter was able to spend his final years comfortably in his home.
As per the family's wishes, services will be held privately.
Casey Family Options Funerals & Cremations
3016 75th Street Kenosha WI 53142
262-653-0667
www.caseyfamilyoptions.com
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Jerry Hubbard
Yesterday
Pete was my friend since after high school but a better friend to my older brother Elton who passed on 2019. We played a lot of poker and hearts and went to Arlington park many times until I went into the service. I lost contact when I moved out of state but always callled when back in Kenosha. We took an extended trip to Florida before I was drafted. We went with his good friend john Oday in his 56 Rambler Cross Country. Pete was a great guy! Rest in peace old friend!
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Pamela Hansen
Yesterday
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
matt skurski
Yesterday
Mark & Chris - very sorry to hear of your brothers passing. Growing up I didn't run into Peter too often at your house, but when i did, he always had a good joke or tale to tell.
my prayers are with you and your family.
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