Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1930
DIED
2025
FUNERAL HOME
Gordon Briese Obituary
July 5, 1930 - December 20, 2025
Gordon E. Briese, 95, of Pleasant Prairie, Wisc., passed away on Saturday, December 20, 2025, in his home surrounded by family.
Born on July 5, 1930, he was the son of the late Edward and Otillia (Duesterhoeft) Briese. After meeting the love of his life while roller skating in Kentucky, he married Sue Ludlow on October 3, 1952.
Gordon was a man of faith and devoted to his church. He served in the Korean War as a mechanic and retired from Chrysler/AMC after 45 years. Gordon was passionate about gardening, yardwork, woodworking and metalworking. If something was broke, he could fix just about anything.
Gordon is survived by his wife of 73 years, Sue; children, Debra (Richard) Bailey, M. Briese (L. Briese), David (Patricia) Briese, Tina (Lance) Evans, James (Kathy) Briese, and Gordon Briese II. He leaves behind eight grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.
Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his siblings, Herbert Briese, Eldina Wruck, Darwin Briese, and Isabelle Kemnetz.
A heartfelt thank you to Dr. Anna Silenzi and the medical caregivers at Hospice Alliance.
A memorial visitation will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church 7104 39th Avenue, Kenosha, WI, on Monday, December 29, 2025, from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 12 p.m. A private burial will be held at Sunset Ridge Memorial Park.
Proko Funeral Home
5111 60th Street
Kenosha, WI 53144
262-654-3533
www.prokofuneralhome.com
Memories and Condolences
for Gordon Briese
3 Entries
Lucy
December 27, 2025
Our prayers to the Briese Family from the Howell & Schraeder Family´s. God Bless.
How you can show support
Joan Knapp
December 27, 2025
A life well lived! Gordy and Sue are my neighbors and the best neighbors you could want. Gordy never sat still. He always had the best garden and lawn in the neighborhood. I remember him pulling dandelions and weeds from his grass. My heart goes out to Sue and the family. He will be dearly missed. Joan
Judy Erickson Mielke
December 26, 2025
I remember Sue & Gordon Briese so well. Nicest people ever. I lived next door to them for a few years before I got married. It had rained on my wedding day & Gordon, seeing a problem laid wood planks across the dirt driveway so my dress wouldn´t get dirty heading to the car to go to the church. Such nice people, Sue & Gordon! A great contribution to the world.
Showing 1 - 3 of 3 results
Make a Donation
in Gordon Briese's name
Memorial Events
for Gordon Briese
People and places connected with Gordon
Kenosha, WI
Kenosha News
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
How to support Gordon's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Gordon Briese's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
