Barbola Funeral Chapel

William L. Kikendall Sr.

William Leo Kikendall Sr., age 86, of Redgranite, died peacefully surrounded by his family on Thursday, February 1, 2024, at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center-Neenah.

He was born November 28, 1937, in Springfield Ill, the son of Clyde and Mary Smith Kikendall. On December 6, 1958, he was united in marriage to Margaret Gruber at Trinity Lutheran Church in Redgranite.

Bill worked for Paine Lumber Company in Oshkosh for several years before venturing out on his own and going into business with his brother, John, as a contractor and builder for more than 50 years. His first project was building his own home, where he lived with Margaret up until the time of his passing. She still resides there today. He was a past member of the Redgranite Lions Club. Bill enjoyed hunting and fishing, fixing up houses for rent, and time in his large garden. Most importantly was the time he could spend with his children, grandchildren and other family members.

He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Margaret; one son, William (Kathie) Kikendall Jr.; three daughters, Deborah (James) Hobbs, Amy (Robert) Mattice and Priscilla (Brian) Belfeuil; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; three sisters, Carol (Paul) Schraven, Rita Kikendall and Shirley Hess; nieces, nephews and friends; and his beloved dog, Lucy. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Larry and John; three sisters, Deloris, Judy and Rosemary; one grandson, Joshua Hobbs; and granddaughter, Amber Roberts.

A gathering of family and friends will be held at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to Barbola-Hempel Funeral Chapel in Poy Sippi. Anyone wishing to send a sympathy card to the family, please mail to William Kikendall Sr., c/o Barbola-Hempel Funeral Chapel, PO Box 201, Poy Sippi, WI 54967.