Kenneth Raymond Sevilla Gardinier, age 57, of Brookfield was born on August 11, 1969, and born to eternal life on August 14, 2026, passed away surrounded by his family after a long battle with metastatic brain cancer. Beloved son of Josefina; loving brother of Annemarie (James Duchow) and Lourdes (John Olsen). Proud Uncle of Gabriel, Josette, Zelie & John Paul. Beloved nephew of Ramon & Marene Sevilla and Susanna Suarez and his cousins Ia, Chuby, Monty, Lisa, Tommy and Tina. Best friend John Albers and his goddaughter Sarah Albers. He was preceded in death by his father David Gardinier.
Graduating from MUHS in 1987 he went onto MU finishing with a liberal arts degree. He then obtained a master’s degree in religious studies from Cardinal Stritch. He was director of religious education at Old St. Mary’s for 23 years.
The family is very thankful to Don & Mary White for taking Kenny to Mass & lunch every Sunday. Dr. Chen & her team at Froedtert for their compassionate care. To the staff & friends at Riverview Assisted Living; Joani at Aria and everyone at Horizon Lawlis Family Hospice in Mequon for all their loving care until the end of Kenny’s life; especially to Becky, Laura, Gina, Shannon, Ema, Nicki, Janice, Cacia & Nyla.
We will remember Kenny as a true gentle spirit who touched many so many people; for his humor, kindness and his strong faith in God.
Visitation will be held at St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 1757 N. Calhoun Road, Brookfield, WI on Friday, August 28, 2026, from 6:00 – 8:00 pm. A prayer service will take place at 7:30 pm.
Visitation will continue on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at the church from 10:00-10:45 am, with the eulogy being read at 10:45. Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 11:00 am.