KENOSHA – John E. Koenes, 57, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Friday, May 23, 2025.

He was born in Kenosha on May 8, 1968, the son of the late Charles and Mary (nee Kueny) Koenes.  John graduated from Tremper High School in 1986.

John worked for numerous paint stores and companies before starting his own company, Progressive Painting, LLC.   He truly enjoyed his work and servicing his many loyal customers over the years.

John was a muscle car enthusiast and proud owner of a 1969 SC/Rambler.  In addition to American Motors cars, he was also a fan of Chevy trucks.   He also enjoyed going to antique malls, car museums, reading Hemmings Motor News, watching the Packers and NASCAR, and frequenting the Kenosha tavern social scene.  John was a generous man to his friends and many charities.  He will be truly missed.

He is survived by his longtime-loving companion, and fiancée, Sandy Lesniak; his brothers, Bill (Lisa) Koenes, Jim (Karen) Koenes; his nephews, Ryan (Jessica) Koenes, Matt (Julie) Koenes, Zack (Laura) Koenes; six great nieces and nephews; and his dear miniature schnauzer, Roxy.

In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by Sandy's mother, Mary Lesniak.

Family and friends are invited to meet at Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home and Crematory on Monday, June 2, 2025, for a visitation from 5:00 – 8:00 pm.  A prayer service led by Fr. Sean Granger will take place in the funeral home on Tuesday morning at 9:00 am followed by a procession to St. George Cemetery.   Memorials have been suggested to St. Elizabeth Catholic Church, St. Joseph's Academy, or The Wisconsin Right to Life.