James Frank Kapellusch, 82, of Racine passed away Monday December 4th, 2017 surrounded by his family. He was born August 13, 1935 in Racine, the son of Leonard and Eloise (Nee: Kirsh) Kapellusch. Jim married his wife of 60 years Carol (Nee: Doran) Kapellusch on April 27, 1957 in Waukegan IL. A forging and maintenance operator, Jim proudly served his country as a Sergeant in the United States Air Force from 1953-1957. Jim loved comedy, eating out and having family cookouts. He enjoyed working on and driving cars and motorcycles, but his biggest dedication in life was his family. His family always came first! He will be deeply missed by his wife Carol, 5 children James F. Kapellusch II, Randel Lee (Patti) Kapellusch, Kevin Benjamin (Karen) Kapellusch, Stephanie (Jose) Rodriguez and Melanie Kapellusch. He will also be missed by his 13 grandchildren Andrew, Jordan, Erin, Zachary, Steven, Tenny, Dustin, Nicholas, Cassie, Niko, Noelle, Noah, Breanna and 2 great-grandchildren Carliah and Zoe, along with 1 brother Brent (Betty) Kapellusch and 2 sisters Jacquelin (Charles) Kierstyn and Marilyn Jensen. He is also survived by nieces, nephew’s other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, 2 brothers Leonard and Michael and 1 sister Diane. A funeral gathering will take place December 8, 2017 from 1-3 pm with services at 2 pm. Burial will be private for the family.
James Frank Kapellusch
Jim was an awesome guy..I always enjoyed seeing him when I could…he will be missed so much. my prayers go out to the family Jim was a real sweetheart …love ya
Very sorry to hear, what a great sense of humor he had! Sadden by your loss.
Chuck , Gail, Linda , Holly, Bob Brand Family
Joyce and I are very sorry to hear of Uncle Jim’s passing. Aunt Carol, you along with Jamie, Randy, Kevin, Stephanie, and Melanie are in our thoughts.
To the Kapellusch Family
You have our sincere condolences on Jim’s passing. We have you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Dear Carol and family,
I just read about Jim’s passing in the Racine Journal Times a few minutes ago. I wish
I could be there with all of you tomorrow to say goodby to him. On the other hand
I believe that my Mom and Dad will be with Jim’s parents to welcome him to his new home. Wishing all of you peace and fond memories of Jim. He was a good cousin.
Joyce and I are very sad to hear about Uncle Jim’s passing. Our thoughts are with the entire family. particularly Aunt Carol, Jamie, randy, Kevin, Stephanie, and Melanie.
Thank you again Robb for your gentle and kind way of helping our family with the loss of my father. You were the spoonful of sugar helping us all to swallow the medicine of mortality.
Should anyone I know need your services I would be happy to send them to Strouf.