Esther L. Puhek
October 11, 1935 -
October 5, 2017
Esther L. Puhek, age 81 of Kenosha, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, October 5, 2017, at her residence.
Born in Tuscola, IL on October 11, 1935, she was the daughter of the late Clyde and Esther Mae (Hardt) Larimer.
Esther received her Master’s Degree in Library Science from the University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana.
On July 29, 1961 in Decatur, IL, she married Norman J. Puhek. They had a strong and loving marriage for 33 years. He preceded her in death on February 4, 1995.
She was employed with Kenosha Memorial Hospital and Kenosha Public Library. .
Esther will be celebrated by her daughter, Sarah (Brad) Poikonen; her son, John Matthew “Matt” (Bridget) Puhek; her grandchildren, Cory, Megan and Erin Puhek and Reed Poikonen; and her kitty cats, Spooky and Mooky.
Service Info
Funeral Services honoring Esther’s life will be held on Wednesday, October 11, 2017 at 12:00 noon at the Piasecki-Althaus Funeral Home, 3720 39th Avenue. Interment will follow in Sunset Ridge Memorial Park.
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Dawn HerrmannI wanted to extend my deepest sympathies to Esther's family. I got to know her when she worked at the Southwest Library and my children were very small, more than 25 years ago. I remember her always being so helpful and kind. Way back when there was still such a thing as a card catalog, I suggested a new subject heading..."Cheap, trashy romances". Esther laughed for 5 minutes when I told her that. We ran into each other many places outside of the library and she always recognized me and took time to talk a few minutes. I will always remember her fondly and miss her kindness. I pray that your memories ease your pain. May God bless all of you and grant you his peace.
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Kathy BruhnkeOur thoughts and prayers are with you Sarah, Brad and Reed. Kathy and Bernd Bruhnke
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Pat AutenPlease accept my deepest sympathy on the passing of Esther. She was my cousin and do remember her as she was the oldest cousin on the Hardt side of the family. May you happy memories of her sustain you in the months to come. With love, Pat Hardt Auten-Daughter of Albert and Evelyn Hardt.
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Maggie & Jim MillerSarah, Matt, and family, We are so very sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. She was a very special lady, and we will miss her too. Our sympathy and prayers are with you. Jim & Maggie Miller (cousins)
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ShelleyMy thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this emotional time. much love, shel
