Peter Kuyoth

Peter Z. Kuyoth 97, Edgar, Wisconsin, died Tuesday, March 25, 2008 at the House of Dove, Hospice Unit, Marshfield, Wisconsin. He was born in February 21, 1911 in the town of Cassel, son of the late Susan (Darnowski) and Joseph Kuyoth. On October 11, 1937, he married Helen Krause at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, town of Cassel. She preceded him in death on January 3, 2004. Peter was an entrepreneur and businessman. He started his career with little money and resources by hauling logs and gravel in the depression era. Following this he saw an opportunity and developed a very successful heavy construction business. Throughout the years he always maintained his independence, humor, and integrity. Survivors include two daughters, Alice Brien, Aspen, CO, and Sharon (Michael) Moore, Racine; eight grandchildren, Roxanne (Keith) Spindler, Mary (Steve) Lindner, Scott (Kristen) Schilling, Kevin Schilling, Poull Brien, Lindsay (Steve) Brien-McDonald, Amy and Rob Hameister; one brother, Paul (Jane) Kuyoth, Texas; three sisters, Julie Zapletal, California, Regina Papstein, New Jersey and Pauline (George) Lott, Florida; and many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents and wife, Helen, he preceded in death by one daughter, Jeanne Schilling; three sisters, Frances, Lucy, and Helen; and four brothers, Tony, Joe, Jacob, and James. The funeral mass will be celebrated at 11:30 a.m. Friday, March 28, 2008 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, town of Cassel. Rev. Barnabas Kyea will preside. Burial will be in the parish cemetery. Friends may call Friday from 10:00 a.m. until time of services at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Cassel. Peterson/Kraemer Funeral Home, Marathon is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences at www.petersonkraemer.com