Kenneth Grob

Kenneth Grob

February 03, 1944 - October 14, 2022

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Madison/DeForest –

Kenneth R. “Ken” Grob, age 78, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 14, 2022, after a brief illness. He was born on February 3, 1944, in Middleton, WI the son of Montford and Helen (Keller) Grob. Ken graduated from DeForest High School in 1962. He spent two years in the United States Army, from 1964-1966. Ken worked for Madison Newspapers Incorporated, starting in October of 1966 until his retirement in 2005. He also owned and operated Windsor Sanitation Services for many years.

Ken was united in marriage, to Jean Sickinger (Sharkey) on October 16, 1993. Ken loved playing softball and passed that love along to his son, Mike. He also loved watching baseball and the Brewers and Braves. Ken also loved family gatherings.

Ken is survived by his wife, Jean; sons, Mike (Brandie) Grob and Greg (Barb) Grob; stepson, Mike (Jennifer) Sharkey; grandchildren, Bailee, William, Alex and Teagen; sister, Helen Schleif; brothers, Doug, Stanley (Mary) and Monty (Deborah) Grob; as well as many beloved nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Ken was preceded in death by his parents; brother-in-law, Dean Schleif; and sister-in-law, Claudia “Cookie” Grob.

A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held from 4-6 p.m. on Saturday, October 22, 2022, at Ryan Funeral Home, 6924 Lake Road, DeForest.

The family would like to thank the doctors and nurses at St. Mary’s Hospital for the care they gave Ken in his last weeks.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the charity of your choice.

To view and sign this guestbook, please visit www.ryanfuneralservice.com.

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Cheryl Kenna
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Cheryl Kenna sent America the Beautiful for Kenneth R. "Ken" Grob - October 17, 2022 Thinking of you all on this very sad day as you say good-bye to a wonderful husband and father. We will all miss Kenny so much. Love, Cheryl
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Sherri Erickson
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We will dearly miss our friend of many years. So many wonderful memories we made with Kenny and Jean. He was kind, generous, giving and always fun. We'll miss the lunch dates and trips we so looked forward to. We were honored to call him our friend. Dan and Sherri Erickson
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Cheryl Kenna
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Jean, I'll always remember calling you and talking to Kenny for an hour or so before he handed the phone to you. I'll miss that. I'll miss his little grin when he was telling a story. I'll miss eating out when he ordered something tasty and I ordered a salad. And he got pie! I hope heaven is full of pie. I love you, Jean. I loved Kenny. I'll miss him and I'm here for you. Love, Cheryl
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Stan Grob
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The one thing that we will always remember about Ken was that he was a very generous brother. He will be dearly missed. Always loved getting together with him at family functions. Love, Stan & Mary
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Lois and Gladys
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Our deepest Sympathy to Ken Grob's wife, children and extended family. May God hold you in his arms during this difficult time. Lois and Gladys
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Kathleen Martin (Roche)
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My deepest sympathy to Jean, Mike and Greg and Kenny's extended family.

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