Kenneth J. “Kenny” Schanen

Kenneth J. “Kenny” Schanen, 79, of Port Washington, Wis., went to his heavenly home on Nov. 2, 2026.

Ken was born Sept. 3, 1947, in Port Washington, Wis., the son of Herman P. and Hilda Mayer Schanen. Ken graduated from Port Washington High School and later served his country in the Army National Guard. 

Ken worked for Simplicity Manufacturing Co. for 35 years as a welder and punch press operator. After retiring, he spent many years in Fort Myers, Fla. In 2022, he returned to Port Washington to be closer to his family. 

Ken is survived by his children Sara, Raechel (Nick) Krueger and Rebecca (fiance Paul Bretl); sister Christine (John) Gregozeski of Port Washington; and brothers Donald (the late Annette) Schanen of the Town of Saukville, Herman (the late Marcia) Schanen of Port Washington, Paul (Olivia) Schanen of Waukesha, Steve (Debbie) Schanen of Grafton and Glen Schanen of Saukville. He is further survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, brother John “Roger” Schanen, sister Jean and her husband Joseph Kolkema and his sister Mary Schanen.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St John XXIII Catholic Parish, St. Mary’s Church, 451 N. Johnson St., Port Washington, Wis., on Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026, at 5 p.m. The family will greet visitors at the church from 3 p.m. until the Mass. 

Ken will be laid to rest at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Port Washington. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to St. John XXIII Catholic School. 

Eernisse Funeral Home Port Washington is assisting the family with arrangements. 

Online condolences may be left at www.eernissefuneralhome.com.