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Kevin Kuester Obituary
Kevin L. Kuester, 57, of Sheboygan, passed away Monday, January 26, 2015 at Theda Clark Medical Center, Neenah. Kevin was born April 6, 1957, in Sheboygan, to Bernadine (Edler) Kuester and the late Delbert Kuester. Kevin graduated from Sheboygan North High School in 1975. He was a long time employee of the City of Sheboygan working as a heavy duty truck mechanic. On April 20, 2001, he married the former Bonnie Barthels at St. John's United Church of Christ, Sheboygan. Kevin enjoyed spending time in the garage working on his and everyone else's vehicles. He had a passion for everything having to do with engines and cars. He also enjoyed drag racing, both in person or on television. Kevin was loved by everyone, especially his dogs.
In addition to his mother and wife, survivors include his five children, Ryanne (Patrick) Froh, Jesse (Ashley) Krom, Patrick (Jessica) Krom, Scott (Alyssa Wunder) Krom and Allyson (Adam Strucel) Krom; six grandchildren, Isabella, Cassidy, Camden Froh, Taeton Krom, Lily and Connor Krom; two sisters, Nadine (Eugene) Hansen and Denise (Terry) Barthels; sister-in-law, Pat Kuester. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends and his dog, Sarge.
In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his brother, Michael and his two dogs, Midnite and Jake.
A memorial service for Kevin will be held on Saturday, January 31, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. at St. John's United Church of Christ (1248 Lincoln Ave., Sheboygan) with the Rev. Greg Whelton officiating. Friends may call on Saturday, at the church, from 10:00 a.m. until the time of services.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to KC and Leah at Theda Clark Medical Center.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kevin Kuester
Dan Weiskopf
March 6, 2015
Kevin was good with cars. He fixed mine several times. He was a good man and will be missed.
R.I.P.
Danny (Sandy) Weiskopf
Cathy Kehm
February 4, 2015
Bonnie we are so very sorry to see this. What a shock. If you need anything lets us know. Love to the kids.
Linnea Rauwerdink
February 3, 2015
My sympathies to Kevin's family. I was shocked to hear the news of his passing. I'll always remember the Packer games at 9th and Lincoln. God bless. He was a great guy. And LOVED drag racing!
Richard and Diane Puddy
February 1, 2015
My heart goes out to Kevin's family and friends He was truly good friend if I need help he would say where and when true friends are hard to come by you will be missed
Scott Morrelle
January 31, 2015
Our Deepest sympathies for the family on your tragic loss. It seems like only yesterday I ran into Kevin at Walmart wearing his old NW red corduroy baseball hat he got when he worked by us. Many memories rush back.....So sorry for your loss, Scott Morrelle and Morrelle Family of Morrelle Transfer.
Mark (Mac) McDonald
January 30, 2015
My deepest condolences to Bonnie & the rest of the family. I was so saddened to hear of your loss. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. God's peace and comfort to you all. RIP Kevin.
Doug & Rita MacLean
January 30, 2015
Our condolences to the Kuester and Barthels families as you join together on this very sad occasion. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Charlene Edler/Zimmerman
January 30, 2015
Bonnie, I am so sad to hear of Kevin's passing. Kevin was a great cousin that was so caring and full of fun. I will miss his phone calls. I am so blessed to be able to call him cuz from both the Kuester and the Edler sides. I will miss his phone calls. He left us all with so many heartwarming memories to cherish forever. Hugs and prayers to all. Wish I could be there with you all.
Marshall Rautmann
January 30, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
January 30, 2015
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are being sent to you all. Love and hugs for you all.
January 30, 2015
My sympathy's to Kevin's family..He was very supportive of myself when I was working in the same area of the garage.
I will miss him alot
Vickie Stoelb Moran
January 29, 2015
Bonnie, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jeff Adams
January 29, 2015
During my job with the City I could not
have met a nicer more caring worker. You
will be greatly missed.
Richard Bannier
January 29, 2015
To the Kuester family,
With deepest sympathy in the loss of your loved one.
Richard E. Bannier formerly Haven, WI
Father of Scott E. Bannier
January 29, 2015
My deepest sympathy to Kevin's family. I will always have fond memories of Kevin. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Truly, Paul Turner
Deb Hausler
January 29, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this most difficult time.
Wayne and Deb Hausler
David Wehrwein
January 29, 2015
Kevin & I were classmates, from Urban Junior High on. We've fallen apart the past years, but I still have fond memories of our school days.
Deb Hausler
January 29, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this most difficult time.
Wayne and Deb Hausler
Jodi VanderWeele
January 29, 2015
I was able to recently chat with you when you were on light duty at city hall....it was great to reminisce about all the good times many years ago! There are so many fun and crazy memories!!! And I can't count how often you dealt with our vehicles!! RIP Kevin, you were a top notch guy who made people laugh even with your soft spoken mannerisms.
January 29, 2015
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this very difficult time. Please accept my sympathy.
Sue Caragher
January 29, 2015
Bonnie, Ryan, Alison and the rest of you whom I don't know as well, I am so sorry for your loss!
Marcia Schreiber
January 29, 2015
Dear Bonnie and Family, I am so saddened by the loss of Kevin. May he be at peace. Hugs and Prayers to you all!
January 29, 2015
I had the pleasure to work with Kevin when he was on light duty. In those few months working in the Building Inspection Department, I can attest to his love for cars - lol. He will be missed. Our sympathies - Building Inspection Dept. Traci Hermann
Pat Kuester
January 29, 2015
You will be missed Kevin, you were a great brother-in-law, always thoughtful, checking in on me and my family after Mike died, love you now and always
Lezlie Gill
January 28, 2015
Rip friend. We had a lot of good times in the 80's! You will be missed.
Michael Kuester Jr
January 28, 2015
You will truly be missed by not only me, but by all.. May you be at peace. Love you uncle Kevin..
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