Jeffrey Kolbe

Jeffrey E. Kolbe, 69, of Sheboygan, passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2020 at Sharon S.
Richardson Hospice in Sheboygan Falls. Jeff was born January 14, 1951 in Sheboygan to
Raymond and Maxine (Stuessey) Kolbe. He proudly served in the US Army from 1968 to 1969.
On June 28, 1975 he was united in marriage to Karen Rost at Calvary Ev. Lutheran Church in
Sheboygan. Jeff retired from Lakeshore Display in 2012.
Jeff loved dirt track racing. He worked with the Pit Crew for Greg Hartlaub and his modified
race car. He also worked on Charlie Schmidt’s late model #22 car. His first love was spending
time with his grandkids Asher and Levi Schmidt.
Jeff is survived by his wife Karen, daughter Kelly (Charlie) Schmidt, grandchildren, Asher and
Levi Schmidt, and brother Jerry (Barb) Kolbe. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, other
relatives and friends.
Jeff was preceded in death by his parents.
According to Jeff’s wishes there will be no services.
The family would like to thank the Sheboygan Cancer Center, Sharon S. Richardson Hospice and
Dr. Bryan Schmitt for all their care, comfort and support.
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