Obituaries
Karl V Mathes
Mar. 18, 1937 - Sept. 9, 2025 - Chilton, WI
Funeral Service
Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2025
1:00 pm
54 E. Main St.
Chilton, WI 53014
Funeral Visitation
Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2025
11:00 am - 12:45 am
54 E. Main St.
Chilton, WI 53014
Karl V Mathes
Chilton WI
Karl Mathes, 88, passed away at home on September 9, 2025, with his family by his side. He was the son of the late Selma and Lester Mathes, born in New Holstein on March 18, 1937.
Karl graduated from New Holstein High School. While in high school he joined the National Guard, serving four years. On September 12, 1959, he married Helen Weller. Karl passed away three days before celebrating their 66th wedding anniversary.
As a young man, Karl worked for the Schaubs Filling Station and ran a landscaping business on the side. Karl worked for Chilton Malt Co. for 32 years, retiring after heart surgery forced him to stop working. Once retired, Karl would take long walks around town, enjoying visits with the people he met along the way.
Karl was a simple person who enjoyed life. While always a fan, this last year he rarely missed a Packer or Brewer game. In his earlier years he bowled, but more for friendships than the competition. Karl’s greatest pleasures were traveling, both with friends and family. Many fond memories were made during summer trips with his children, and later with his grandchildren.
Karl took great pride in his home and yard. Throughout the winter he would design his flower gardens, and, as the sun got warmer, start planting his flowerpots before taking them outside when the weather was right. Karl could often be found outside, making sure his yard and flower gardens were blooming from early spring through fall. And no matter the weather, Karl always made sure the birds that visited his yard were well fed.
Karl is survived by his wife, Helen; daughter: Diane; sons: Gary (Jeannine) and Ken (Lisa); grandchildren: Nathan (Jane), Holly (Chris) VanAkkeren, Tyler (Jamie), Heather (Connor) Alexy; step-grandchildren: Marissa Hinz, Tyler Buechel, Adam Barts, and Amy Barts (Kyle); great-grandchildren: Bristen, Raya, Julian, Kinsley, and twins on the way; sisters: Bonnie (Roger) Kind and Candy (Edward) Mueller; a brother: Dennis; and in-laws: Rose (Russ) Knoth, Bob (Mary) Weller, Clarence (Barb) Weller, Art (Wanda) Weller, Mike (Peggy) Weller, and Francis (Judith) Weller.
Karl was preceded in death by his parents, Selma and Lester Mathes; daughter-in-law: MariKay Mathes; brother: Lester, Jr.; sister: Betty (Edward) Groh; Helen’s parents: Hildegard and Arnold Weller; and brother-in-law: Fr. Andre Weller.
Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at Good Shepherd Catholic Church (54 E. Main St.) in Chilton. Friends may call from 11:00 am until 12:45 am at the church on the day of service.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in the name of Karl Mathes.
The family would like to give special thanks to Dr. Dellaria, Julie, and the entire hospice team for their compassion, kindness and skilled care during this difficult time.
Condolences
Condolences to Karl's family.
Mark Kartheiser (Friend Former neighbor) 2025-09-16 21:29:51
Helen, and family sorry for your loss. I couldn’t have asked for better neighbors while we lived across the street from you. May he rest in peace.
Gene Jacobs (Former neighbor) 2025-09-16 10:54:37
Rest in Peace Karl. My heartfelt condolences to you and your family and friends, Helen.
Mark Salm (friend) 2025-09-15 19:08:27
I'm sorry to hear of Karl passing he was such a nice man and a great neighbor. Thinking of you Helen and family.
Betty Gumz (Friend ) 2025-09-15 10:31:33
To the family of karl Mathes you have my Deepest Sympathy and prayers and comfort .
Gary L. Sturtz (Friend) 2025-09-15 05:24:33
I just looked through your pictures! What a beautiful life! Very blessed. I have also been blessed to know you all. Hold on to the beautiful memories ??. Thinking and sending love and hugs to you all!
Barbara Salm (Friend) 2025-09-14 18:35:29
So sorry for your loss. He is now watching over his beloved wife and family from Heaven. Enjoy the memories.
Mike and Doris Bennin (friends of family) 2025-09-14 10:08:54
Lisa, Ken, and family, sorry for your loss. Cherish the memories!
Judy Woelfel (New Holstein) 2025-09-13 20:54:56
Karl was a great neighbor I remember standing on the sidewalk smoking,I think we solved on all worlds problems,Rest easy my friend,condolences to the family
Ann and Bill Juckem (Old neighbor friend ) 2025-09-13 18:46:58
I just looked through your pictures! What a beautiful life! Very blessed. I have also been blessed to know you all. Hold on to the beautiful memories ??. Thinking and sending love and hugs to you all!
Barbara Salm (Friend ) 2025-09-13 13:51:28
What a great man. We had many good visits. Take Care,Family during this tough time. Love,Lois
Lois Wagner-Forstner (Friend and Barber) 2025-09-12 14:02:55
My deepest condolences Helen
Mary Anne Gruber (worked with Karl many years) 2025-09-12 08:25:05
Gary and family sorry to hear about the loss of Karl
Doug Woelfel (Friend ) 2025-09-11 16:24:39
Gary, Kenny, Diane sorry to hear of your dad Karl's passing work with Karl for many years. At the malt house i remember when Karl worked 2 shift Helen would bring supper down to Karl and the dog would lay under the table and Karl would give the dog things to eat. Rest in peace.
Bruce alten (Friend of family and work with Karl) 2025-09-10 19:01:47
My deepest condolences Helen and family for the loss of Karl. Could not have asked for better neighbors and friends during my time in Chilton.
Teresa Runyan (Former neighbor ) 2025-09-10 17:12:44
Enjoyed chatting with Karl and Helen when walking and stoping to see beautiful yard. Miss seeing Karl tending their yar
Karen juckem (Neighbor) 2025-09-10 11:18:03
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