Roland “Rolly” E. Koenig, age 88, of Sheboygan passed away unexpectedly on Friday, December
29, 2023. He was born in the Town of Meeme on May 24, 1935, to the late Peter and Anna
(Brost) Koenig. He graduated from Kiel High School. On November 22, 1958, Rolly married
LuAnn Oehldrich at St. Wendel Parish. He was employed for over 27 years at Schultz Savo
(Fresh Brands) as a warehouse operator, retiring in 1997. He was a member of St. Dominic
Catholic Church.
Rolly was an outdoorsman, enjoying fishing on Long Lake or meticulously maintaining his lawn
and garden. He also liked listening and dancing to polka music. Above all, he loved spending
time with his family and making many memories. He and his quick-witted humor will be deeply
missed.
He is survived by his wife of over 65 years, LuAnn; children, Brenda (Tom Schnicke) Hemb and
Brett (Keri) Koenig; grandchildren, Kayla (Dakota) Hunter, Konnor (Taylor Boenisch) Koenig,
Julia (Brandon Ringmeier) Koenig and Kyle Koenig; numerous nieces, nephews, other family and
friends.
Along with his parents and in-laws, Walter and Verna Oehldrich, Rolly was preceded in death by
a granddaughter, Jordin Marie Koenig and nine siblings and spouses.
A Funeral Service for Roland will take place at NOON on Wednesday, January 3, 2023, at
Zimmer Westview Funeral & Cremation Care Center, W2132 Garton Road in Sheboygan, with
Pastor Ernie Huntzinger officiating. Family will greet visitors on Wednesday at the funeral home
from 10:00 AM until the time of the service. Roland will be laid to rest at the Gardens of Peace
Mausoleum in Kohler.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Roland’s name.
The family would like to thank the Sheboygan County Sheriff Dept., the volunteers of Town of
Sheboygan EMT’s, and the emergency medical professionals at St. Nicholas Hospital.
To leave an online condolence for the family, please visit www.zimmerfuneralhome.com
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