Philip C. "Phil" Schwenn Sr.

Philip C. "Phil" Schwenn Sr. obituary

Philip C. "Phil" Schwenn Sr.

Philip Schwenn Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Gruetzmacher Funeral Home & Cremation Services - Suring on Oct. 9, 2025.

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Philip C. Schwenn Sr., age 85 of Suring, passed away on Wednesday September 10th, 2025 after a lengthy illness of 8 years. Philip was born on September 3rd, 1940 in Milwaukee, WI to Walter and Helen (Volk) Schwenn. They later moved to Kelly Lake where he met and married his wife Marlene (Detert) Schwenn on June 27th, 1964. Philip attended schools and Vocational School in Milwaukee and then worked as a mechanic at Kelly Lake, for his wife's uncle, Eugene, at Detert's TV & Repair and lastly finishing his career of many years at Nu-Line/Evenflo. Philip's lifelong hobby was his love for CB and Ham Radios and he had talked with people all over the world. He had the ability to fix just about anything and was often called upon by friends and neighbors for help. He also took very good care of his special needs son up until his illness wouldn't allow him the strength to do so any longer. His love and bond with Philip Jr. was like no other and that also showed throughout all his friendships.

Phil is survived by his daughters, Kim (Steven Welch) Krause of Shawano and Lisa Kuriatnyk of Milwaukee; grandchildren, Taylor Krause of Shawano, Alex, Zachary and Kadence Kuriatnyk of Milwaukee. He is further survived by many other nieces, nephews, other relatives, friends and his very special bunch at Laverne & Gail's Diner.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Marlene; sons, Philip II and Gary. He was further preceded in death by his sister, three brothers and their spouses.

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