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Kevin M Gilbertson
Sept. 15, 1969 - Oct. 19, 2024 - Rantoul, WI
Funeral Service
Monday, Oct. 28, 2024
5:30 pm
411 W Main St.
Chilton, WI 53014
Funeral Visitation
Monday, Oct. 28, 2024
1:00 pm - 5:15 pm
411 W Main St.
Chilton, WI
Burial Service
Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2024
2:00 pm
Cty Rd PP
Brillion, WI 54110
Kevin M Gilbertson
Rantoul WI
Kevin M. Gilbertson, age 55, of the Town of Rantoul, died unexpectedly on Saturday, October 19, 2024 at Ascension Calumet Hospital in Chilton. He was born September 15, 1969 in Chilton, son of Deborah K. (Rusch) Schleis and the late Gerald Gilbertson.
Kevin had a knack for fixing and reconditioning anything with a motor. He began his working career at Steve’s Fix-it-Shop where he honed his skills working on every Polaris machine under the sun. When the shop was sold, Kevin continued utilizing his expertise with Gruett’s in Potter working part time and continuing to offer help to any and all of his friends and acquaintances who needed help with their machines.
When Kevin wasn’t wrenching on everything mechanical that moves, he loved the time he could spend fishing in his boat or trekking out on the ice of Lake Winnebago fishing. He also appreciated the quiet moments of hunting in his favorite locations.
Kevin went out of his way to “Play in the Dirt”, whether that be the mud or the sand that he found with his Razor traveling Up North. It was well known that if he didn’t arrive home dirty or muddy, he wasn’t “playing well enough”.
Just because Kevin could work on a machine, didn’t mean that he didn’t know how to operate it. He never passed up an opportunity to work on his beloved Camaro and looked forward to “Race Days” at WIR Speedway where he was afforded the opportunity to teach others how to drive and maintain vehicles.
Survivors include his mother: Deborah; his brother: David (Laurie) Gilbertson; his nieces and nephews: Michael (Chassity) Gilbertson, Jamie (Jennifer) Gilbertson, Cyle Gilbertson, & Hailey Gilbertson. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends.
Kevin was preceded in death by his father; his grandparents; and some of his aunts and uncles.
Funeral service will be at 5:30 pm on Monday, October 28, 2024 at the Wieting Family Funeral Home (411 W. Main St.) in Chilton with Rev. Thomas Schmitt officiating. Burial will be in the Brillion Community Cemetery in Brillion. A time of visitation will be held at the funeral home on Monday, October 28, 2024 from 1:00 pm until 5:15 pm. At the time of the service and following, there will be a link available above for those wishing to watch a live stream or archived recording of the ceremony, view a memorial video, or see pictures of the flowers and gifts given to the family.
Kevin's family would like to thank the Hilbert / Potter First Responders, EMTs, and paramedics for all of their help and care that was given to both Kevin and his family.
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Kevin lived everything to the max. He forgot his legs didn’t hold him up. But he’d be propped upon a tall barstool talking away. He enjoyed the biggest bonfires. Fished like there was no tomorrow. Raced a car, drove in tractor pulls and hunted for many a buck. He loved his family mostly. He will be missed. His struggles are over and may his family give comfort in that. We are so sorry for your loss. K & G
Kathy n Gary Grassell (Aunt n uncle ) 2024-10-29 10:28:19
Wishing you peace and comfort as you grieve
Gene,colleen Enneperco-worker (Co-worker) 2024-10-28 10:43:48
Deb, So sorry for your loss, I know his passing has left an immense hole in your heart and your life. Rest in peace Kevin. ??
Dawn Amel (Aunt) 2024-10-28 08:34:59
Deb, so sorry for your loss! You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers! We can not imagine your heartbreak! ????????
Ron & Kaye Jandrey (Cousins) 2024-10-27 21:24:58
Our hearts go out to you and your family. Kevin was amazing. He was so smart and so able with the disability he had to deal with. He was an example of strength and grit. Please accept our deepest sympathy and prayers. Love Rog and Darlene
Roger and Darlene Schlies (Friends ) 2024-10-24 08:52:32
So sorry for your loss Deb, you have my deepest sympathy
Julie Moschel (Metal products co worker) 2024-10-23 18:00:24
Oh Debbie, I am so very sorry. Words can't even begin to help in your time of loss. We have both lostour husbands but losing ourchildren has to be the worst thing that could ever happen to a parent. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Pat Stenson (Friend) 2024-10-23 17:51:10
Deb. Words are not enough to say how very sorry I was ,, to hear of your son passing. Although I didn’t know him he sounds like a very talented man and loved by many who will miss him dearly. You and your family have my most heartfelt sympathy. Take comfort in knowing he is in our Lord’s loving arms resting in peace Sincere condolences Debbie & Family Friends always. Shirley Bankenbusch
Shirley Bankenbusch (Friends always ) 2024-10-22 20:26:09
Debbie, our deepest sympathy and prayers for Kevin's passing ????
DARYL GILBERTSON (Cousin ) 2024-10-22 15:08:21
Debby, My heart breaks knowing Kevin is really gone. I enjoyed working on my 4 wheelers with you and I tried to learn all I could as he was a very knowledgeable man. Fly high Kevin!! You will truly be missed Kevin i love you!!
Deanna Amel (Cousin ) 2024-10-21 22:47:15
Deb-- I am so sorry for your loss. Rest in peace Kevin
karen pingel swonger (acquaintance) 2024-10-21 12:10:54
I am so sorry for your loss?? Kevin was a great guy!
Sue Smet (Old friend from back in the day!) 2024-10-21 06:55:53
sorry for your loss
Sandra Christel (friend) 2024-10-20 23:49:25
Debby and David and fam I know you were all so close. My heart breaks for you Debby. I’m so sorry
Jessica Faust (Cousin) 2024-10-20 17:05:11
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