In memory of ...

Kurt Plaumann

Kurt and I became friends after I started working at Kohl's on 92nd and Lisbon, along with fellow classmates Brian McCann, Rich Bodart, and Bob Schmitt as well as many other Marshall alums. Our friendship led to innumerable nights (and days) of carousing, multiple road trips and playing softball together on several different teams. Kurt was a groomsman at both my and my brother's wedding, eight years apart. We lost touch in the late eighties and the only reunion he attended was the 10th, during which we slow-danced together until Dave Tausend cut in. The disease he succumbed to doesn't seem fitting for a guy who could walk on his hands but, as we all know, life ain't always fair. Rest in peace, Kurt. You live on in my memories.

Submitted by Tom Sakar                   

Kurt W. Plaumann of Pewaukee, age 68, passed away on December 15, 2023 at Angels Grace Hospice. He is survived by his loving wife, Connie; their cherished son, Kyle; his sister, Terri Covey; and brothers, Brad Plaumann and Scott Plaumann; and other family and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Iris Plaumann; and two sisters, Louise and Cindy. Kurt really enjoyed his career as a Civil Engineer. He had a keen knowledge of how to design and fix things. Kurt enjoyed woodworking and antique clock repair, along with hiking and travel. He always had a unique sense of humor that made others laugh. Private family services will be held. A memorial in Kurt's name may be made to the Myotonic Dystrophy Foundation..

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