Karl Joseph Simonis, Jr.

Passed away on May 14, 2012, at the age of 74, after a brief and courageous struggle with cancer. Beloved husband of Chieko (nee Yoshido) for 56 years. Loving father of Debra (Tom) Simonis and Diana (Jim) Huskisson. Cherished grandfather of Melissa (Sid) Ellenbecker and Sheena Fontenot. Darling great-grandfather of Kayla and Abigail Ellenbecker. Honorary grandfather of Ellen(fianc John) Fayerman. Also loved by other relatives and friends.Karl was a proud veteran of the US Air Force and served his country for 25 years during the Korean and Vietnam Wars. He later retired from the Marcus Corporation after 20 years there. His family was the love of his life and they felt the same way about him. He enjoyed talking about the postal service with Debra, Tom, and Sid, who are all employed with the US Postal Service.Visitation will be at the Funeral Home on May 20, from 2:00-4:45 PM. Funeral service at 5:00 PM. Private interment at Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Union Grove, WI.The Simonis Family would like to thank Dr. Seno and the staff at the Grafton Cancer Center for the excellent and compassionate care."Rest now, Papa. We love you! " Love all of your "pumpkins'"