Dr. Karl Frederick Thoele
January 26, 1948 -
July 16, 2025
US Veteran
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dr. Karl Frederick Thoele, a beloved husband, brother, and cherished member of the Kenosha, Wisconsin community, who left us on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at the age of 77. Born on January 26, 1948, in New London, Connecticut, to the late Charles and Dorothy (Douglas) Thoele. He was a graduate of William Horlick High School. After graduation, he continued his education and earned his Doctor of Pharmacy from the University of Illinois Chicago.
Karl lived a life dedicated to helping others through his career as a Geriatric Clinical Pharmacist at the North Chicago VA Hospital. His commitment to healthcare and family extended beyond his professional endeavors, deeply influencing the lives he touched, bringing comfort and guidance to friends, patients, and loved ones alike.
He proudly served his country in the United States Naval Reserve from 1971 to 1973.
On May 13, 1987, Karl was united in marriage to Maria Theresa Perez. For over 38 years they built a beautiful marriage together.
Karl enjoyed traveling the world with his wife Maria. He had a special fondness for pilgrimages to religious sites.
Karl is survived by his devoted wife, Maria Theresa Thoele, who remained by his side through all of life's journeys; brothers, Paul (Jane) Thoele and Mark (Paula) Thoele; sisters, Sylvia (Bill) Ryan and Sarah (Richard) Noe; brother-in-law Lloyd Howell and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Karl was preceded in death by his sister Mary Anne Howell.
The Mass may be viewed via livestream on the following link facebook.com/PiaseckiFuneralHome/live/. You do not need Facebook to watch. In lieu of flowers, memorial remembrances to St. Peter's Catholic, Church, 2224 30th Ave, Kenosha, WI 53144 https://www.stpeterskenosha.com/ or the University of Wisconsin Alzheimer's Disease Research Center https://www.adrc.wisc.edu/ would be appreciated.
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DindiPosted on:
July 24, 2025Sweet Maria, your Karl is with our Lord❣️😘
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July 23, 2025Maria,
My deepest sympathy in the passing of your husband Karl. I very much enjoyed interacting with you both as you walked to or from church each morning. May God keep you in His loving arms. Marisa Fiore
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Mark ThoelePosted on:
July 22, 2025In life, Karl was my brother and now, still, he IS my brother. He was undeniably a devout believer in his Catholic faith and now he stands in Truth. The brother I knew was an intelligent man, an honest man, a courageous man and a kind generous man. As life traveler he has found the Way. He searched for the good in this world and has found the Light. This I believe. Someday too I may KNOW. I love you big Brother, and if you can, leave a light on.
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KathyPosted on:
July 22, 2025Maria, our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are so sorry for you loss. Karl was such a kind and generous man. He will be missed.
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Paula ThoelePosted on:
July 22, 2025Karl’s kind smile and quiet strength stay with me. He was a person who lifted others up and was there to help in troubled times. I loved watching his eyes light up as he talked with his family. He was deeply proud of his siblings and humble about his own accomplishments. Karl was a gentle man in every sense of the word. May the light he brought into the world live on in all who knew him.
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Jon LyonsPosted on:
July 22, 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! 🙏🏻🙏🏻
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Fr. Bill Hayward M.I.C.Posted on:
July 21, 2025My prayers and sympathies are with you Marie as you mourn the death of Karl. I remember well our pilgrimage to Fatima, Lourdes, and Basamao. Karl journied with Jesus in this world. Jesus will guide him into the next. With love.
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DonnaPosted on:
July 21, 2025Go rest high on that mountain Uncle Karl. Love you.
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AmPosted on:
July 21, 2025Thank you for everything. See you on the other side. Love you, Am
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Arthur & Josie Perez SkaletskyPosted on:
July 20, 2025Our deepest sympathy to our beloved Karl. May his soul Rest In Peace. Our condolences to my sister, Maria, and to Karl's beloved family/relatives. Karl will be missed and our prayers for his peace beside our creator.
