Kenneth D. Wildt, age 74, died Wednesday, September 11, 2013 at his home. He was born October 29, 1938 in Pewaukee. He and Bonnie Pearson were united in marriage in December 1977. She preceded him in death April 1, 2011. After school, Kenneth served 4 years in the U.S. Army from February 7, 1956 through February 6, 1962. He worked as a truck driver for all of his adult life. Kenneth enjoyed hanging out at Champs and going to the weekly races in Tomahawk. He was an avid bird watcher and enjoyed feeding the deer that wandered into his yard. Kenneth enjoyed the radio and listened daily. Survivors include his children: Kieth (Jennifer) Wildt, Merrill, Andrew Wildt, Waupaca, Gary WIldt, Wild Rose, Steve Wildt, Wild Rose, Penelope Weidenbeck and step-daughter, Amanda Ruiz, Beloit; two grandchildren: Alisia Ruiz and Jonathan Goforth; two sisters: Violet Glad and Ruth Rucks; and one brother: Jack Wildt. He was preceded in death by his parents and wife, Bonnie, two brothers, Frank Jr. and Willard, and one sister, Judy. A Memorial Service will be held on September 28th, 2013 at 3pm at First Presbyterian Church with Pastor Jess Wakefield officiating. There will be a visitation at the church starting at 1pm and will continue until the time of the service. There will be a lunch held at the church following the service. Waid Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.waidfuneral.com.
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Visitation
Saturday, September 28, 2013
1:00 PM
First Presbyterian Church
Merrill, WI
Visitation
Saturday, September 28, 2013
3:00 PM
First Presbyterian Church
Merrill, WI
A lunch at the church is to follow the service.