James R. Kantola “Boo Boo”, age 63, of Kenosha, passed away on November 4th, 2026, at Froedtert South Pleasant Prairie, WI. He was born on April 3rd, 1963. He was very active at Claridge House Nursing Home and the Kenosha Special Olympics.
He is survived by his friends at Claridge House, Achievements by James, The Kenosha Special Olympics and his longtime caregiver Cathleen Lewis.
A visitation for James will be held at Lord of Life Lutheran Church on Tuesday, November 10th, 2026, at 5 P.M. A funeral service for James will also be held at church at 6 P.M. He will be laid to rest privately at St. George Catholic Cemetery at a later date.
In honor of James, please wear any Green Bay Packers gear. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Kenosha Special Olympics in James’ name are appreciated.
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Glenn Jackson says:
You have run a good race, you have fought a good fight and finished your course. Now rest in peace my beloved friend and brother in Christ Jesus. I love you James “Boo Boo” Kantola.