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Kenneth M. Lechner

1979 - 2025

Kenneth M. Lechner obituary, 1979-2025

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1979

DIED

2025

Kenneth Lechner Obituary

Kenneth M. Lechner

January 20, 1979 - December 28, 2025

RACINE - Kenneth M. Lechner,46, passed away at his home on Sunday, December 28, 2025.

Kenny was born in West Allis on January 20, 1979 to Thomas J. and Nicolette M. (nee: Berrones) Lechner. He loved to listen to music especially Raffi and playing his bell. Kenny liked to spend time with his sister going for rides, singing and coloring. Kenny looked forward to his Angel Prayers everyday .He also enjoyed listening to his brother in law, P.J. ride his motorcycle in the yard.

Kenny is survived by his parents, Thomas and Nicolette Lechner; sister, Linda Jean (P.J.) Judicki; Maternal aunt and uncles; Linda (Mike) Peavy, Louie (Adella) Berrones, Berrones and Tony (Cyndy) Berrones; aunt Debbie Berrones and Paternal Uncle, Michael (Donna) Lechner. He is also survived by numerous cousins, other relatives and friends. Kenny was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Kenneth and Norma Lechner; maternal grandparents, Nick and Arlene Berrones, aunt, Catherine Drews; uncle Michael Berrones and cousin, Lisa Drews Johnson.

Funeral services for Kenny will be held at the funeral home on Sunday, January 4, 2026 at 3:30 p.m. Interment will take place in West Lawn Memorial Park. Relatives and friends may meet with the family at the funeral home on Sunday from 1:00 p.m. until the time of services. In Lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Jude’s Research Hospital or one's favorite charity in honor of Kenny have been suggested.

Kenny's family would like to thank Rebecca Mason (Rebecca Mason Law Office) for the guidance over the years, Drs. Nathalie King and Fahmina Hussain for the loving care they gave and to the staff of Aurora at Home Hospice for the compassionate care.
Published by Racine Journal Times on Dec. 31, 2025.

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Ann M. Barry

January 3, 2026

I was Kenny's Speech Therapist at Wadewitz. I have fond memories of him and your whole family!! You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Debra Ushakow/Metoxen

January 2, 2026

Nicky and Tom and Family, So sorry for the loss of Kenny..I know he was the love of the both of you and Linda Jean..Please know that you are all in my Prayers..Gramma Berrones is more than likely holding him in her arms..She loved that little guy..

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Memorial Events
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Jan

4

Visitation

1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Purath Strand Funeral Home

3915 Douglas Avenue, Racine, WI 53402

Jan

4

Funeral service

3:30 p.m.

Purath Strand Funeral Home

3915 Douglas Avenue, Racine, WI 53402

Jan

5

Interment

9:30 a.m.

West Lawn Memorial Park

9000 Washington Ave, Racine, WI 53406

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