Springborn, Kenneth

Kenneth W. Springborn, age 86, of Waupaca passed away on Tuesday, December 28, 2010 at Bethany Home. Ken was born in Shawano, WI on July 29, 1924, the son of the late Olaf and Linda (Schoenick) Springborn. On December 26, 1942 Ken married Isabel M. Caron in Madison. She preceded him in death on October 6, 2010. He served in the US Navy during WW II. He worked for over 38 years for the Soo Line Railroad. Ken was a scoutmaster for 15 years and a member of the Boy Scout Council. He is a member of Calvary Lutheran Church. Throughout his life Ken enjoyed hunting, fishing and was an avid golfer. After retiring, Ken along with Isabel, enjoyed traveling and getting together with friends he had served with in the Navy. Ken was blessed to have had nearly 68 years with his beloved wife Isabel and is now home with the Lord and reunited with his loving wife. Ken is survived by his children: David (Stephanie) Springborn, Merrill, WI; Susan Maxfield, Glendora, CA; William Springborn, Neenah, WI; Lynda (Dale) Barlow, Waupaca, WI; Judy (Steve) Suhs, Waupaca, WI; Carol (John) Young, West Bend, WI and Dan (Jean) Springborn, Soldiers Grove, WI; Nineteen Grandchildren and Twenty-two great grandchildren also survive along with two sisters: Phyllis Nicholas, Neenah, WI and Donna (Larry) Kessler, both of Neenah. Ken was preceded in death by his wife, Isabel, a daughter, Vicki, a son in law, Frank Maxfield, a brother, Gerald and a brother in law, George Nicholas. The Christian Funeral Service was on Monday, January 3rd. at 11 AM at Calvary Lutheran Church in Waupaca with Reverend Martin Rich, officiating. Military Services followed and burial was in the Central WI Veterans Memorial Cemetery. Visitation was on Sunday evening from 4 to 7 PM at Holly Funeral Home in Waupaca and also at the church on Monday morning from 10 AM until the time of services. A memorial has been established in Ken’s name. Holly Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.