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Lawrence J. Kastenmeier

July 29, 1917 - March 28, 2009

Lawrence J. Kastenmeier, age 91, died Saturday, March 28, 2009 at the Charleston House in Beaver Dam.

Visitation for Lawrence will be at the Murray Funeral Home in Beaver Dam on Tuesday, March 31, 2009 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, where a prayer service will be held at 7:00 PM. Visitation will also be held at St. Katharine Drexel Church, 511 South Spring Street in Beaver Dam, on Wednesday, April 1, 2009 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow, beginning at 11:00 AM. Fr. Jose Gonzalez will officiate. Burial will be at St. Peter”s Cemetery in the Town of Beaver Dam, Dodge County, Wisconsin.

Lawrence J. Kastenmeier was born on July 29, 1917 in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin to the late George and Celia (Schrier) Kastenmeier. He graduated from St. Peter”s Elementary School and then from Beaver Dam High School. Throughout his life, Lawrence farmed in the Town of Beaver Dam. He was a life-long member of St. Peter”s Catholic Church, currently St. Katharine Drexel Parish and had been active in the Holy Name Society. He was also a member of the Knights of Columbus Pope John XXII Council #1837 and a volunteer for the St. Vincent de Paul Society, Meals-on-Wheels and the Dodge County Food Pantry. Lawrence enjoyed playing cards, trips to the casino, and watching the Brewers and Packers. He loved getting together with the family for holidays, birthdays and other family gatherings.

Survivors include his five children, Steve (Ellen) Kastenmeier of Beaver Dam, Jean (Richard) Kelly of Colgate, Catherine (James) Bloomfield of Maple Grove, MN, Janice (Ronald) Warmka of Beaver Dam, and Paul (Cathy) Kastenmeier of Beaver Dam, 19 grandchildren, 31 great grandchildren and 4 great great grandchildren, other relatives and friends. Lawrence was preceded in death by his parents, his son, Kenneth Kastenmeier, his brother Bernard Kastenmeier and his sister, Sr. Macarius Kastenmeier.

The family suggests that memorials be made in Lawrence J. Kastenmeier”s name to the St. Katharine Drexel Conference of the St. Vincent de Paul Society or the St. Katharine Drexel School Endowment Fund. Both can be sent to 131 W. Maple Avenue, Beaver Dam, WI 53916.

The family would like to thank the Hillside Home Care / Hospice and the staff at the Charleston House for their care and kindness during his time spent with them.

The Murray Funeral Home in Beaver Dam is caring for the family. Online condolences may be made on our website at www.MurrayFH.com.

Service Details

Wednesday, April 1st, 2009, 11:00am, St. Katharine Drexel Spring St. Church-Beaver Dam

Interment Details

St. Peter’s Cemetery-Beaver Dam

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Lawrence J. Kastenmeier, age 91, died Saturday, March 28, 2009 at the Charleston House in Beaver Dam. Visitation for Lawrence will be at the Murray Funeral Home in Beaver Dam on Tuesday, March 31, 2009 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, where a prayer service will be held at 7:00 PM. Visitation will also beContinue Reading

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left a message on December 3, 2014:
I am so sorry for your loss.
left a message on December 3, 2014:
I am so sorry for your loss.
Bruce Kastenmeier left a message on January 14, 2011:
Miss you grandpa hope to see you again one day Love Bruce & Fely Kastenmeier
Bruce Kastenmeier left a message on January 14, 2011:
Miss you grandpa hope to see you again one day Love Bruce & Fely Kastenmeier
Mary Verberkmoes left a message on April 8, 2009:
Kathy, Just wanted to express my deepest sympathy on the loss of your father. Mary
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Mary Verberkmoes left a message on April 8, 2009:
Kathy, Just wanted to express my deepest sympathy on the loss of your father. Mary
Father John L. Simon left a message on March 31, 2009:
Dear family of Lawrence (Larry) Kastenmeier, I would personally like to express my sympathies to your on the death of your father, grandfather, great-grandfather and great-great-grandfather. I had recently read about the death of his sister and wondered how he was doing. Now I read that he has died after a very long life. "In the fullness of time" is the words of scripture to describe his life, the biblical four-score and more. His was a good Christian life enjoyed by all he came into contact with. I especially remember the great times we had bowling in the Knights of Columbus league and at the State Tournaments. My prayers are with you as we pray for the repose of his soul.
David & Vicki Dummer left a message on March 31, 2009:
Cathy and Jim, Please accept our condolences in the passing of your father. Because of a prior commitment we will not be able to attend the memorial service. Please be sured that our prayers are with you and your family. May you have peace in the lord. Dixie and Vicki
Father John L. Simon left a message on March 31, 2009:
Dear family of Lawrence (Larry) Kastenmeier, I would personally like to express my sympathies to your on the death of your father, grandfather, great-grandfather and great-great-grandfather. I had recently read about the death of his sister and wondered how he was doing. Now I read that he has died after a very long life. "In the fullness of time" is the words of scripture to describe his life, the biblical four-score and more. His was a good Christian life enjoyed by all he came into contact with. I especially remember the great times we had bowling in the Knights of Columbus league and at the State Tournaments. My prayers are with you as we pray for the repose of his soul.
David & Vicki Dummer left a message on March 31, 2009:
Cathy and Jim, Please accept our condolences in the passing of your father. Because of a prior commitment we will not be able to attend the memorial service. Please be sured that our prayers are with you and your family. May you have peace in the lord. Dixie and Vicki
Rachel K. Kiessling left a message on March 30, 2009:
Dear Steve, Jean, Cathy, Janice and Paul, We wanted to send you our condolences to you and all your family. Your father was a very special one-of-a kind person. Every summer he opened up his home to the "Kiesslings". He made us feel like part of the family. We always looked forward to spending time on the farm with Sister and Larry. We will cherish our memories of Larry forever. God Bless You All, Love Rachel, Mary, George, Louis, and Hank (Henry) Kiessling-From Chicago
Barb and Gary left a message on March 30, 2009:
We are so sorry for your loss. We will keep you in our prayers. May God wrap you in his heavenly arms and give you comfort.
Sandy Ellingson (Miller) left a message on March 30, 2009:
Dear Steve, Jean, Cathy, Janice and Paul; I am so sorry to hear about your father. My condolences to you and all your family. When I think of my teen years - your father was certainly a big part of it. I have many happy memories of the times at the homestead. Take care and God Bless. Sandy
Rachel K. Kiessling left a message on March 30, 2009:
Dear Steve, Jean, Cathy, Janice and Paul, We wanted to send you our condolences to you and all your family. Your father was a very special one-of-a kind person. Every summer he opened up his home to the "Kiesslings". He made us feel like part of the family. We always looked forward to spending time on the farm with Sister and Larry. We will cherish our memories of Larry forever. God Bless You All, Love Rachel, Mary, George, Louis, and Hank (Henry) Kiessling-From Chicago
Barb and Gary left a message on March 30, 2009:
We are so sorry for your loss. We will keep you in our prayers. May God wrap you in his heavenly arms and give you comfort.
Sandy Ellingson (Miller) left a message on March 30, 2009:
Dear Steve, Jean, Cathy, Janice and Paul; I am so sorry to hear about your father. My condolences to you and all your family. When I think of my teen years - your father was certainly a big part of it. I have many happy memories of the times at the homestead. Take care and God Bless. Sandy
Koepsell Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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