(262) 653-0667
3016 75th Street, Kenosha, WI 53142
Carol Ann Jake, 83, passed away peacefully on September 10 at Grand Prairie Nursing Facility.
Born Carol Ann Reiser, on Oct 6, 1941, Carol was a lifelong resident of Kenosha. Carol met the love of her life, James Jake, in the halls of Bradford High School.
On May 7, 1960, Carol and Jim married at St Matthews Church.
Carol is survived by her husband of 65 years, James Jake, sons Ron, Robert and Micheal Jake. Carol has 5 grandchildren: Hannah, Lauren and Ivan Jake, and Elisa & Cristina Chavez. She is also survived by her sister Donna Brannon and her 3 children.
Carol worked in the family business of 45 years, the Ski & Sport Chalet, as well as the Kenosha Unified School District. Carol really enjoyed her time working with the children and staff at Wilson Elementary School.
Carol enjoyed spending many summers boating on Silver Lake. The pontoon boat was a regular gathering spot for the family, friends and pets in her life. She also enjoyed raising dogs and watching her kids and grandkids compete in sports and other activities. Upon retirement, Carol and Jim also enjoyed time at their cabin in Door County.
A celebration of life ceremony will be held in Kemper Center Founders Hall on Friday September 26. Visitation with the family will take place from 1pm till 2pm, with a brief Service of Remembrance at 2pm.
In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer donations be made to the St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.
Mon - Fri: 8AM - 4PM
(262) 653-0667
3016 75th Street, Kenosha, WI 53142
Judith Bonofiglio says:
Dear Jim I am so sorry to read about Carol. CLASS OF 59 Was the best.
Florence Hammelev says:
I am deeply saddened by Carol’s passing. We shared many laughs while making popcorn for the kids at Wilson School as well as playing SkipBo with Maryann and George P. She was a treasured friend to many.
Mike Serpe and Deb Hertzberg says:
Carol and Jim have been good neighbors and great friends of ours for many years and are profoundly saddened at her passing. We will miss her and the good times the four of us enjoyed here and in Door County.
Much love to Jim, the family and all who loved her.