Dale Kellnhofer
Dale Kellnhofer
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A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
Dale was born December 2, 1947, in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin to Clarence and Jenny (Bliek) Kellnhofer. He graduated from Lincoln High School in Wisconsin Rapids.
Following graduation, he worked as a carpenter and later retired from Central Home Improvements. He was united in marriage to Debra Winkler September 10, 1966 at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, Iowa.
Dale enjoyed time at his cabin up north, spending peaceful days fishing and hunting. He was a fan of The Price Is Right and NASCAR, and could often be found relaxing with an Old Milwaukee in hand.
Dale is survived by his wife Debra Kellnhofer; children: Dan (Sandi) Kellnhofer and Dave (Cristi) Kellnhofer; 7 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; sister, Audrey (Al) Oczachowski; brother-in-law, Doug Winkler; and sister-in-law, Deanna (Bill) Fuhs.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Jenny Kellnhofer; step-mom, Marie Kellnhofer; mother and father-in-law, Lyle and Faith Winkler; brother-in-law, Denise Winkler; and sisters-in-law: Darla Kandler and Stacy Winkler.
Debra would like to express her deep appreciation to her family and close friends, and to the staff of Aspirus Hospice, for their kindness, care, and support.
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Troy Winkler
January 31, 2026
He will be missed but never forgotten.
I remember Dale and my Dad, Dennis Winkler sitting in a boat fishing in the snow. Dale had that infamous Old Milwaukee in his hand. A real man!
My heart goes out to all who crossed paths with this great man.
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Arlene Davis
January 30, 2026
My deepest sympathy Deb, Dan and Dave. He will be missed. Rip Dale.
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