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Wen Fonk
1967 - 2025
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1967
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2025
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Wen Fonk Obituary
April 13, 1967 - August 6, 2025
Wendelin Nicholas Fonk III, 58 years old, a lifelong resident of Kenosha, Wisc., passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, August 6, 2025.
He was born April 13, 1967, in Kenosha, Wisc., to the late Wendelin and Ruth (Balk) Fonk, Jr. Wen was educated in local schools and went on to become a salesperson for PH & I Supply Company before becoming a stay-at-home father. He then supported his kids through all their activities as a spectator, fan, and coach. In his spare time, he enjoyed playing hockey, golfing, listening to music, spending time with his family and friends, taking care of his dogs, and cheering on his favorite sports teams: the Chicago Blackhawks and the Green Bay Packers. Wen played through the Komet's organization since he was a young boy, played in KAHC, and the Old Geezer's league and his family takes comfort in knowing that he passed doing what he loved.
On June 19, 1993, he married his high school sweetheart, Iola Ireland, in Kenosha, Wisc.
Survivors include his wife, Iola Fonk; three daughters, Amanda, Samantha, and Nicole; a son, Nicholas; and two sisters, Elizabeth and Martha. Wen also leaves behind his beloved dogs: Mikita, Melina, and Wilson.
In addition to his parents, Wen was preceded in death by a sister, Nancy.
Visitation for Wen will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. on Friday, August 15, 2025, at Proko Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, those desiring may make contributions to Kenosha Hockey (https://www.kenoshakomets.com/about/donate-to-the-komets/69085) or Rettungs-Haus Shepherds (contact [email protected]) in his memory.
Proko Funeral Home & Crematory
5111 60th Street
Kenosha, WI 53144
262-654-3533
www.prokofuneralhome.com
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Donna Briggs
August 13, 2025
My Sincerest Sympathy to You in the loss of Wen
I was shocked and saddened to read in paper his passing at such a young age
Many Many fond memories shared of your family when we lived next door to you and how much Cliff and I loved your children who seemed to like to spend time with us too
Sending Hugs and Caring thoughts
Donna
Greg Sniatynski
August 13, 2025
My sincere condolences to the family Wen was truly one of the best! Played lots of golf with him during his days at PH&I. He will surely be missed. Rest in Peace my friend.
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