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1940
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Kenneth Kleist Obituary
Kenneth H. Kleist, age 74, of Conover, WI passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2015 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Marshfield following a brief illness as a result of carbon monoxide poisoning. He was born November 3, 1940 a son of the late Harold and Doris (Uecke) Kleist.
Kenny was a professional musician his entire life. His talents allowed him to entertain countless people throughout the country, and his love of music was always evident. There were many accolades during his career, far too many to mention.
He was passionate about the outdoors and enjoyed many camping trips and hiking out west. Kenny traveled the world seeking new adventures. It wasn't uncommon for Kenny to contact his family and friends from somewhere abroad.
Kenny is survived by two children: Andy (Julie) Kleist and Tammy (Dave) Weber; six grandchildren: Kimberly, Becca, Randi, Tanner, Eli, and Rachel; one great-grandchild, Alanna. Further survived by five siblings: Sally (Gerry) Kalt, Lynn (Charlie) Ness, Ben (Jenny), Steve, and Carl Kleist; nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister-in-law, Cindy Kleist; and nephew, John Kleist.
Friends may call at Muehl-Boettcher Funeral Home, Seymour, on Thursday, March 26 from 4pm to 7pm to join the family in celebrating Kenny's life. Online condolences may be expressed at www.muehlboettcher.com
Special thanks to the staff at St. Joseph's Hospital in Marshfield for the compassionate care given to Kenny.
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David Jaynes
March 13, 2016
What a fantastic guy. We enjoyed traveling and Northwoods and seeing Kenny K, what a performer. We will never forget him, he always had good music and some good stories.
Jeffrey Uecke
March 25, 2015
Kenny, a great 2nd cousin and musician! He will truly be missed by many who knew him. My thoughts and prayers go out to Kenny's family.
March 23, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with Ken and his family. He will be greatly missed.
Terri, Deanna, and Lance Massey
Joan & Ron Haws
March 22, 2015
Lynn & Family,
So sorry to read about Ken's passing. You have our sincere condolences. We'll keep you in our prayers.
Love,
Joan & Ron
Barb Hermsen
March 22, 2015
I was very sad to hear of Kenny's passing. He was such a geat guy always had a smile on his face and I loved listening to him play his music You will be missed by all Kenny and I'm glad that I was lucky enough to have met you through my husband Dave. RIP Kenny
March 21, 2015
Susie and I met Kenny after settling in Phelps in 2006. After a few encounters we felt we had know Kenny our entire lives.
We share the loss that anyone who knew him feels.
We will treasure our memories of this wonderful man.
Bill and Susie Wilkinson
Carol Greuel
March 21, 2015
Lynn, Sorry to hear of your brothers passing.I do remember meeting him, he was a nice guy
John Hartzheim
March 20, 2015
I am So sorry to hear of this news...I will ALWAYS remember our times playing music together. RIP
Bob Fusfeld
March 20, 2015
Another who so deservedly belongs in the WAMI Hall of Fame. I will never forget your, Gary Laabs, Dave Hermsen, and Glenn Sherwood's return from California and the Jaguar's first appearance at the Knight. For those who are much too young to know the early pioneers of rock n' roll in the Fox Valley, they will never understand what they have missed. Long May your Memory Run. The photo of you and Tom Gebheim is priceless.
Bob Fusfeld
March 19, 2015
To the family of Kenny Kleist: you all have my heart felt sympathy I loved to listen to him play .
Bub Krueger .
Bob Timmers
March 19, 2015
Rest in peace ol' buddy. We'll miss ya.
March 18, 2015
We'll all be missing a great old friend.
Many years playing together developing great friendships.
Take care Bud,
Rollie Ritchie
Kenny & Tom
Marty Jensen
March 18, 2015
Kenny at Denny's
Marty Jensen
March 18, 2015
Kenny, Bob, & Tom
Marty Jensen
March 18, 2015
Marty Jensen
March 18, 2015
With Tom Gebheim
at Denny Noie's
Marty Jensen
March 18, 2015
Dave & Barb Hermsen
March 17, 2015
I will miss you Ken. I enjoyed the many hours that we performed together in California and in Wisconsin.
Diane Kapla
March 17, 2015
We have followed Ken for many years and he play for our Anniversary Party. We are so sad to hear of his passing. He was not only a talented musician but a good soul to all. God bless him.
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