Kenneth Lee `Lefty` Robenolt
Kenneth Lee `Lefty` Robenolt , Age 95
Kenneth Lee “Lefty” Robenolt, age 95, passed away on October 9, 2024 at Oak Park Place in Baraboo.
Kenneth, son of Chester and Louise (Carpenter), was born on February 18, 1929 in Wisconsin Rapids. After graduating from Lincoln High School in 1947, Kenneth proudly served our country by enlisting in the Navy in 1947. After his discharge from the Navy, the Korean War broke out and he enlisted in the Air Force, serving in France and Germany until September of 1953. After his discharge, he worked for Wisconsin Power and Light Co. (now Alliant Energy) for 37 years, retiring as District Manager of the Portage District in 1989. He was united in marriage to the love of his life, JoAnn Pings, on September 27, 1956 in Dubuque, Iowa. Together they raised 6 wonderful children.
He was an avid golfer and fisherman and a Die Hard Chicago Cub fan. He enjoyed watching the Packers and traveling. Kenneth was a member of Wisconsin Rapids F. & A.M. Lodge #128 and the Baraboo American Legion Post 26.
Kenneth is survived by his wife of 68 years, JoAnn of Baraboo; children, Steve (Jo) Robenolt of La Feria, TX, Sue Bork of Charlotte, NC, Debra Friedman of Plover, Michael Robenolt of Oxford, WI, Pam (Sean) Robenolt of Tillamook, OR, and Jeff (Julie) Robenolt of Wisconsin Dells; as well as 10 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents; step-dad, Les Jero; sister, Betty Cote; brother, Donald Robenolt; step-sisters, Mary Lou Jero and Joann Rodgers.
Graveside Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, October 18, 2024 at Lake Delton Village Cemetery, where Military Honors will be provided by Wisconsin Dells American Legion Post #187.
The family would like to thank the staff at Agrace and Oak Park Place Memory Care Unit for their care and compassion for Ken.
Condolences
CINDY SCHROEDER October 13, 2024
Friend Baraboo , Wisconsin
Ken was an awesome guy! He will be greatly missed at our salon and Oak Park in general!
Badger Honor Flight October 15, 2024
friend Oregon , Wisconsin
On behalf of the Badger Honor Flight Board and all our volunteers, we extend our deepest condolences to you all, the family of Kenneth Robenolt. We are forever grateful for Kenneth's service to our great country. What an honor it was for us to take him on his well-deserved trip of a lifetime. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Paul Murphy October 16, 2024
Nephew Waconia , Minnesota
Thank-You Uncle Ken for all the great memories we have growing up with you nearby. We will forever remember the holidays at your place, the stories you told us and your continued interest in our families well being as we grew up and moved away. We are proud to have you as our Uncle, always being there for us. JoAnn, we are so sorry for your loss, we hope you will take comfort in the memories you shared with Ken, please know you are in our prayers. Wishing you peace and comfort, Paul & Jeri-Lynn