Kenneth L Kahl

Kenneth Kahl was born to eternal life on Monday June 15, 2026, at the age of 87. Ken was born to Orrin and Maxcie Kahl in Freeport, Illinois. Ken graduated from Ripon College where he met his future wife, Carolyn (Francke). Ken received a master’s degree from Indiana University and then spent the majority of his career improving hospital efficiency at St. Joseph’s Hospital.

On August 18, 1962, Ken and Carolyn married. In the following years they had three children, Brad, Linda, and Mark, and moved to Greendale, Wisconsin in 1969. In his personal time, Ken enjoyed golfing, fishing, spending time at their cottage up north, and eating at his favorite restaurant, Culver’s. Ken enjoyed spending time with their many pets over the years, and he was a volunteer dog walker at Elmbrook Humane Society.

Ken is survived by his wife of 63 years, Carolyn; children, Brad (Sue) Kahl, Linda (Jeff) Sweet, and Mark (Dawn) Kahl; nine grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

A celebration of Ken’s life will be held on June 30, 2026, at St Stephen the Martyr Lutheran Church, with a visitation from 3:00-4:00, a service at 4:00, and refreshments to follow the service. St Stephen the Martyr Lutheran Church is located at 6101 S. 51st St. in Greendale. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks that donations be made to the Elmbrook Humane Society.