Kuntner, Lea Rae M., Beloved mother and friend passed away peacefully on Friday June 20, 2025, at the age of 82.
Born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on March 9, 1943, Lea Rae was the cherished daughter of Ralph W. and Margaret M. Lutz. Ralph passed away in 1961 and Margaret later married Raymond White. Lea Rae was also a sister to Robert Lutz (Ann Lutz). Lea Rae was a devoted wife to James Joseph Kuntner who she married in August 1998. She was a loving mother to Jodi, Michael, Beki and Penci (Scott Ferguson) and a proud grandma to William, Teri, Keri, Michael, Toni, and Alexander. Further survived by other relatives and friends.
Lea Rae will be remembered for her strength, resilience, and many talents. She found immense joy in quilting and many other crafts. Lea Rae also enjoyed yearly trips to Florida with Jim. While in Florida she enjoyed playing tennis, gatherings with friends and walks on the beach.
MOM, YOU WILL ALWAYS BE LOVED, REMEMBERED AND MISSED!!!
Visitation at Krause Funeral Home, 12401 West National Avenue, New Berlin, Wisconsin on Wednesday July 2, 2025 9:00 AM – 10:45 AM. Funeral Service at 11:00 AM. Luncheon to follow.
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