Kathy and family, our deepest sympathy to all of you . John was a special guy with the Kolbe knack to talk about anything to anyone. Wishing we could attend the funeral but health reasons for Clarence, we are unable to attend. You are in our hearts and prayers. Clarence and Barb

Clarence and Barbara weller (Cousin) 2026-05-07 19:14:47

May the LORD bring comfort to the Kolbe family as they go through this time of pain and sorrow. John was a good customer of ours at Farm and Home and always had a smile on his face. We had many interesting conversations over the years, and I will think of them often.

Dwight Bloohm (Friend) 2026-05-07 15:01:26

I met John when he came into Farm and Home. He was at very regular customer there. John always walked in with a smile on his face and kind word. I grew up on a farm so we always had something to talk about. I will miss his smile and those talks.

Kim McKeen (Friend) 2026-05-06 16:33:59

RIP John and to Kathy and Family I extend my Prayers for all. i will offer a Mass for the Soul of John. Peace to you all, Fr. Al

Fr. Al Geiser (Friend and 1967 CHS Classmate) 2026-04-30 10:47:00

Kathy, Lin and I extend our sympathy and prayers to you, your family and extended family upon the passing of John. I remember the many, many softball games we played together over the years both league and tournament. Of course who could forget, the almost mandatory, friendly bantering that followed those games after indulging in a “few” adult beverages. Definitely the best of times!! Admittedly, I had the opportunity to participate in my share of softball games over the years, but I believe John bested me and actually played in more. This could very easily be attributed to, my personal opinion, that all the Kolbe children were gifted with a bat, ball and glove very shortly after being born, with baseball spikes “wisely “ following much later. Though John and I did not see as much of one another following what I term the “softball years”, the times we did were always met with a big smile, hardy handshake and John”s occasional, not so gentle, slap on the back. That was then and this is now and John has gone ahead of us to go home. Until the time comes when you are once again reunited with him, as you surely will be as personally promised by Jesus, may God’s grace and the memories you created together throughout the years comfort you. When the day comes, hopefully very soon, that you can once again smile and even laugh when recalling those memories and times, I am positive that John will be smiling and laughing with you. May God bless you and be with you, Mike & Lin Bruckner

Mike & Lin Bruckner (Friend) 2026-04-30 09:37:26

John will be missed. Always a happy go lucky guy with a smile on his face. And a great laugh. My condolences Kathy to you and your family.

Bob Koch (Friend) 2026-04-30 08:46:36

Kathy, Lin and I extend our sympathy and prayers to you, your family and extended family upon the passing of John. I remember the many, many softball games we played together over the years both league and tournament. Of course who could forget, the almost mandatory, friendly bantering that followed those games after indulging in a “few” adult beverages. Definitely the best of times!! Admittedly, I had the opportunity to participate in my share of softball games over the years, but I believe John bested me and actually played in more. This could very easily be attributed to, my personal opinion, that all the Kolbe children were gifted with a bat, ball and glove very shortly after being born, with baseball spikes “wisely “ following much later. Though John and I did not see as much of one another following what I term the “softball years”, the times we did were always met with a big smile, hardy handshake and John”s occasional, not so gentle, slap on the back. That was then and this is now and John has gone ahead of us to go home. Until the time comes when you are once again reunited with him, as you surely will be as personally promised by Jesus, may God’s grace and the memories you created together throughout the years comfort you. When the day comes, hopefully very soon, that you can once again smile and even laugh when recalling those memories and times, I am positive that John will be smiling and laughing with you. May God bless you and be with you, Mike & Lin Bruckner

Mike & Lin Bruckner (Friend ) 2026-04-29 22:59:13

I always liked John he was a special person rest in peace

chris horst (classmate ) 2026-04-29 14:58:28

So sorry for you loss. Our prayers are with Kathy and your family

Terry and Marlene Buboltz (Terry is a classmate of Kathy) 2026-04-28 08:11:35

Words cannot express my deepest condolences! John was a fantastic person, is loyalty for a family and friends is unsurpassed! Even though we live miles apart, my heart will always have a special peace for him, we had many interesting conversations that were very special!

Bob Lodes (Friend) 2026-04-26 10:02:45

We had Chemotherapy together at Chilton. Our conversations made the day go by much quicker. I think the nurses thought we talked to much. Rest in peace

Fritz Fhlug (Friend ) 2026-04-24 22:15:16

Sorry to hear of John's passing.I remember playing softball against the Kolbes Leo-Clem_John_Jerry-Joe.We went snow mobilizing/talked sports.John was a darn hard worker.Now he might meet up w/some of the old gang & a game of softball/looser pays for the Beer Peace my friend

marv Pagel (friend) 2026-04-24 21:58:04