Racine– Keneth Verian Weisensel, Sr., age 59, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan – All Saints Medical Center on Sunday morning, November 25, 2012, due to heart failure.
Ken was born on April 11, 1953 to the late Verian Linus and Helene (nee: Jaje) Weisensel. On November 9, 1974 he was united in marriage to the love of his life, Cathryn Ann Weisensel.
Ken was employed as a Wire EDM Operator at Wire Specialist in Brookfield. Among his interests, he enjoyed riding his Harley-Davidson motorcycle, hunting with family and toasting life with a cold beverage – especially a Margarita. Above all, Ken was all about family and was extremely proud of being “Boppa”.
Surviving are his loving wife of over 38 years, Cathy; their children, Nicole (John Sr.) Springsteen, Lorali (Steven) Dobrowolski and Ken (Melissa) Weisensel, Jr.; Boppa’s treasures, Cathryn and John Springsteen, Jr.; Karalina, Gina, and Steven Michael Vern “Boy” Dobrowolski, Jr.; and Brylan “Jake”, Kevin, Alex and Tayla Weisensel; sisters, Jeanine (Steve) McGrath, Delores Anderson and Sally (Don) Witte; brothers, Denis (Sue) and David (Rebecca) Weisensel; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
In addition to his parents, Ken was preceded in death by his adored infant daughter, Karalina Katinka Weisensel; and brother-in-law, Ralph Anderson.
In accordance with Ken’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a private family gathering will be held. In lieu of flowers, contributions / memorials to Ken’s family have been suggested. Most importantly, in the spirit of Ken, celebrate life with a cold beer in one hand and another one waiting in the other.
A man shall cling to his wife and the two shall become one.
In heaven, too, you will have my hand.
Bonnie and Steve Dobrowolski says
Peace be with you
Terri McHorse says
Our heartfelt condolences to you all. I personally will always remember Friday night margaritas and our Tonganoxie trip.
Lynn M Lema says
As stayted in the obituarie a family gathering is requested. However I would like offer Mike and myself to anyone who may need words of comfort or pastoral care. My love goes out to you all. Lynn
Alana Scanlon says
Cathryn you are in my thoughts and prayers i love you
Judy& Bill Huebner says
Claudia says
The long rides….the great meals and cocktails….the laughter that turned into tears…the U turns….the fires, at our house…..the smiles on our face when we see you…..the hole in our hearts that is not filled with you….so going to miss you, your laughter, your sense of humor, such a loss, love you forever my friend
Jeff and Claudia
sandi post says
My “Monk” will truly be missed.
Condolences to his family.
Tom & Lonna Rheinschmidt says
Thinking of all of you and keeping the entire Weisensel family in our thoughts and prayers
Sylvia Petersen says
Cathryn & Family, I so sorry for your loss. You have my sympathies. I will say a prayer for your family.
Sylvia (Denise’s Mom)
Sylvia Petersen says
Cathryn & Family, you have my sympathies. I am sorry for your loss. I will say a prayer for your family.
Sylvia (Denise’s Mom)
David Weisensel says
Thanks for all of the life lessons I learned from you, both good and bad. I will miss you. Rest In Peace, Brother. Much Love.
Dawn Melchiori says
Cathy, Nicole, Lorali & Ken Jr, I can not express enough the saddness in my heart for the loss of your Husband and Father. I knew hime for seven years, and he was a hard working man, he was kind, generous, and we were honored to have him as a part of our Wire Specialists family.
Trevor Post says
sorry for your loss,he will definitely be missed.
Liz Johnson says
Lori and Karalina ~ I am so sorry for your loss. May your precious memories sustain you today and always.
Liz