Patrick Kemnitzer

Patrick Kemnitzer

November 01, 1948 - December 17, 2014

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Patrick “Pat” Kemnitzer, 66, of Platteville, passed away peacefully, on Wednesday, December 17, 2014 at Finley Hospital, Dubuque, Iowa. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, December 20, 2014 at the Melby Funeral Home & Crematory, Platteville, where chapel military rites will be accorded by VFW Post #5274 and American Legion Post #42. Monsignor Charles Schluter will officiate. Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery, Platteville. Friends may call from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. Friday, December 19, 2014 at the Melby Funeral Home & Crematory, or from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service on Saturday. Memorials may be made to the Patrick “Pat” Kemnitzer Memorial Fund. The Melby Funeral Home & Crematory is assisting the family. Online condolences may be made at www.melbyfh.com.

Pat was born in Platteville, Wisconsin, on November 1, 1948, the son of Raymond and Anastasia (Schneider) Kemnitzer. He was united in marriage to Rosane Pollard on April 10, 1999 in Platteville. He graduated from Platteville High School. Pat then went on to serve in the United States Marine Corps from 1968-1972, where he served two tours in Vietnam. He owned and operated K&M Construction in Platteville from 1983 until his retirement in 2009. He was a member of the Elks Lodge, the VFW, and, in 2012, the Veterans Honor Roll Committee. Pat was a great supporter to the city of Platteville; he took great pride in helping others. He enjoyed spending good times and great memories with his friends and family on the river and at their cabin in Bagley. He was an outstanding father to his children and extended family, always putting them first. Pat is survived by his wife, Rosane Kemnitzer; children, Shannon (Jeremy) Kisting, Shane (Adeline) Kemnitzer, Craig Bockhop, Brenda (Mark) Whalen, Crystal (Steve) Crapp, Melissa (Kelly) Foecking; eleven grandchildren; his dog, Barney; and his cat, Sophie; sister, Betty Tyson (Don Bailey); brothers, James (Jane) Kemnitzer, and Norman (Marie) Kemnitzer. He was preceded in death by his parents.

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Carolyn and franz and family!
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Rosane and family, you and your family are in our hearts and prayers during this sad time in your lives. Pat as a wonderful guy. He will be missed . RIP Pat!!
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Jim Kobus
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Pat and I served together in Vietnam in 1969. We spent many days and nights together covering each other's back. I have a number of stories which I am sure would make his family proud. During that tour of duty we were as close as any brothers could be. Let me just say that he was always a leader among us, and he showed a special courage that could never be questioned. I can think of no greater honor than to say he was my friend. Semper Fi Devil Dog. Your next duty station is to guard the gates of Heaven. I shall be there shortly, and we will once again stand a post together. My deepest condolences to the family.
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Karen (Geaheart) Murphy
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Went to school with Pat, and lived next door to Rosane, Was sadden to hear of his passing. sending my sympathy to his family and friends, sorry we could not be there at the services to honor his life. Karen Murphy and family
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Deb Roddick
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Uncle Pat will always hold a very special place in Jeff's heart and well as all of us. We will hold tight to all the wonderful memories we have with him. He will truly be missed, his hearty laugh that could brighten up any room and the love he had for everyone around him. We love you Uncle Pat. Sending all our love to Rosane, Shannon, Shane and the rest of our family. We love you so much! Jeff, Deb, Zach & Aubree xo
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Jamie and Theresa Braudt
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Rosane and family, We are saddened to hear of Pat's passing. Prayers of comfort, strength and healing to all of you. We will treasure the memories made in Bagley over the past few years. Hugs to all.
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Bill and Sandy Butterbrodt
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We want to extend our deepest sympathy to all of Pat's family. It was very sad to hear of Pat' s passing. We have lots of great Memories with Pat at the river as I know that each of you have. We hope those great memories will help give you some comfort Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

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