Order Flowers from Family Selected Florists
Miller's Flowers
RACINE – Chad W. Kohel, 46, passed away unexpectedly at Ascension All Saints on Friday, March 3, 2017.
He was born in Racine on September 26, 1970. He graduated from Horlick High School in 1988.
Chad was a baker by trade. He baked for Bendsten’s Bakery and Pic ‘n Save until health issues forced him to stop working. Chad umpired for the city of Racine for many years. He was so passionate about that job and was known as one of the best umpires ever. He also excelled in darts and was a top league player. He was known amongst his friends by always having a nickname for everyone and for being an avid Cowboys and Orioles fan.
Chad is survived by his sons, Austin Hill and Kaden Kohel; his mother, Connie (Bill) Domanico-Lyons; his father, Dan Kohel; his brother, Ryan Kohel; his grandmother, Donna (Lowell) Katt; his cousin, Chris Smith and his loving, special friend, Mona Hoffmann all of Racine. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Ralph and Mae Kohel, Bendt Bendtsen and his uncle, Allen Kohel.
Family and friends are invited to meet in the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Monday, March 13, 2017 for a visitation and time to meet with his family from 5-7 p.m. Please wear your favorite jersey in Honor of Chad. A formal service will not take place.
Bonnie Rokay says
Dan, I am so very sorry for your loss
Larry Kirkwood says
Many blessings and prayers from the Kirkwood family.
Mike Kuney and Nikki Hawver says
Prayers to the Kohel Family
Bob Keane says
Good guy.
Scott Wilson. says
Great to have played darts together. Sad you left us so soon. Will see you again sometime.
Jon (J-LO) Loendorf says
tell we meet again!!! R.I.P And thanks for my nicknames over the years!!!!
Anonymous says
Chad,
Ask God to send the Bears a QB. RIP brother.
-Curtis Bickham
Scott Schuster says
Chad, Had alot of great talks and laughs over the years in our many years of softball against and with, nobody ever threw a score book into a tree better than you!!,I hope your at peace and Im sure your soul will always around the field somewhere
Jodi Peterson says
RIP Chad, my deepest condolences to Danny, Ryan and family
Bill Wismeth says
R.I.P buddy.
Donte Yarbrough says
you will be missed my friend, we had alot of good times from elementary to adulthood. rest up my man. mourn ya til I join ya!!!
Michelle thelen says
You will be greatly missed! Rest In Peace
Michael Molbeck says
I’ve known Chad and Ryan since they were age 10 and 9. Chad was always fun and optimistic even while going through serious health issues. I can’t say enough about Mona Hoffman and how she took care of Chad and loved him like no other. Dan, Connie and Ryan, I am so sorry for your loss. Chad was loved by so, so many. He will be missed.
Penny Sharp says
We are so glad that Chad came back into our lives these last few years.
He gave us an opportunity, to meet Mona.
We had a blast on our gambling trip and watching football games
together. Thanks, for the good times.
Andrew Sharp says
Hey Chad – rest in peace.
Tammy sjloander says
Sorry for your loss
Anonymous says
RIP Chad!!! You will be missed
John Smith says
Our deepest sympathy goes out to all of the family. May he now rest peacefully. Love, John and Kelly Smith
Kevin says
I Knew Chad through recreation leagues in Racine. He was always friendly. Rest In Peace.
Eric P. Dogans,Sr says
Played softball with him back in the day. Really cool guy!! Going to miss him!!
Maureen Lonergan says
So sorry for your loss Dan I won’t be able to make but your in my prayers.
Debbie and Rudy Coca says
Farewell Chad, May you Rest In Peace. You will be missed by many. Debbie and Rudy Coca
Riley says
Racine Softball will not be the same without you there Chad. Can’t believe you’re gone buddy. You were a good person with a great heart. You’ll be missed by many.
Ryan and family – I’m really sorry for the loss of Chad. He was an original.
Daniel Roberts says
Rip brother you will be sadly missed
Doug Newman says
Rest in Peace Chad ! May you ump one more game and call a few more balls and strikes! My condolences to the family.
John & Jo Kraft says
Connie, Dan, & Donna,
Sorry for the passing of Chad, our prayers are with all of you & Ryan too. Sorry we won’t be there in person, but will be in prayers on Monday the 13th for all of you. Peace be with you at this time of need, & God bless you.
In HIS love & hugs,
John & Jo Kraft
Weslaco, Texas
Michelle says
I only knew Chad from hanging out at the bar and softball but he was always a pleasure to be around. He will be missed.
Dan Andersen says
R.I.P. my friend
Jenni Lee says
I’m sorry for your loss.
Kipp Molbeck says
Douglas Park was synonymous with Chad and Ryan…always loved Chad’s passion for sports…He was always great to talk with…Prayers and comfort to Chad’s family
Corey Chavours says
Chad, you were always a great guy and always had a kind word to say. You will definitely be missed!
Sheila Carey (Jones) says
Ryan and family my prayers are with you so sorry for the loss of Chad. He was an original.
Joe and Jennifer Tompsett says
Uncle Joe and Aunt Jenn say rest in PEACE Chad, in the loving arms of Jesus. Your body just wore out. Your heart was too big for your health level. Sending love and prayers and deep sympathy to the family, and friends.
Ann Jander says
I am so very sorry to hear about Chad’s passing. My deepest sympathies to Ryan and family. Chad and Ryan grew up in my neighborhood. Douglas Park was a big part of our childhood. It will ALWAYS be Douglas Park to us who worked and hung out there. Chad will be missed by all who knew him. Chad was a one of kind and may he rest in peace. Ryan, I am so sorry for your loss.
Brittany and Brandon Duval says
Chad, you were outgoing and always seemed to be in good spirits. Rest In Peace my cousin.
With love,
Brittany and Brandon
Jack Landwehr says
Way to early. I only knew Chad through softball over the years. He called a good game. Without reffs the game would not last past the first close call….The last time I saw him was at Lincoln Park when I tore my hamstring running to first base. I was out by a 5 steps and now Chad is safe at home.
Molly Meagher says
I’m so sorry for your loss Ryan and Dan. He’s been a part of our lives since we were youbg kids. To say Chad and Ryan weren’t apart of our family would be a lie! I will cherish our fun times in the neighborhood and through Douglas Park to the recent laughs and reminiscing at Ice Box after golf league. You will be missed dearly Chad!
Tom Lawrence says
Mona. So sorry for your loss i just heard about chad just great guy rip buddy