David R. Crema
June 20, 1948 -
March 19, 2025
US Veteran
David R. Crema, 76, passed away surrounded by his family on Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center.
He was born on June 20, 1948, to the late Anthony and Genevieve (Sluzynski) Crema and remained a lifelong Kenosha resident.
Dave proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam Conflict in the 5th Battalion, 6th Artillery, and was honorably discharged in 1972. He was a member of the American Legion and VFW.
On December 12, 1970, he married Connie Lust in Burlington, WI.
Dave loved spending time with his family and friends. He enjoyed fishing, playing his guitar and had a passion for attending area car shows with his Mopar hot rod.
He will be greatly missed by his wife, Connie of 54 years; daughters, Jacquelyn (Yasuhiro Ishihara) Crema and Christine (Jason) Baltic; granddaughters, Ava and Ella; sisters, Claudia Ogren and Michelle (Harry) Brinkley.
Service Date March 29, 2025
SERVICE LOCATION Piasecki Funeral Home
A gathering of relatives and friends honoring David’s life will be held on Saturday, March 29, 2025 from 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. concluding with full military honors at the Piasecki Funeral Home, 3720 39th Ave, Kenosha, WI.
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Deborah and WaldoPosted on:
March 28, 2025Dave was our neighbor for 5 year , he was a great father , grandfather and husband , he was the kindest person we ever met , always willing to help at any time, we are very sorry for his loss , it was great knowing him . He will be missed
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Jon LyonsPosted on:
March 23, 2025As Chaplain for American Legion Post 21, Sons of The American Legion Squadron 21, and District 1 out of Kenosha Wisconsin, prayers go out to you all! Remember the gift of knowing this great individual! Salute to you and thank you for your service! ??????
