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John C. Ekornaas, age 78, of Kenosha passed away on Thursday, December 9th,2021 at Clement J. Zablocki V.A. Medical Center. John was born on August 11th,1943 in Kenosha to Hilmer and Rose (Cina) Ekornaas and he attended local schools. He enlisted in the United States Army and served from 1961 until his honorable discharge in 1964. John married Jane Pecha and the couple had two children Sharon and John. John later married Sandra Arcuri and the couple had a daughter, Danielle. He owned and operated Johnny Midnights in Kenosha for over 45 years. John was a loving family man and well-respected business man. One of the greatest men Kenosha knew. He loved his bar and all the friends he made while running his businesses. John was a longtime member of the Tavern League of Wisconsin and served as vice-president. He also owned Johnny Midnights food truck at the Great Lakes Dragway in Union Grove. He was very active in community outreach programs and especially enjoyed hanging out at his barn (his man cave) with his dog Hailey and best friend, Bill Peterson. He also enjoyed having his daughters & many of his friends join him in his paradise.
John is survived by, two daughters, Sharon Ekornaas and Danielle Ekornaas(Dave Monte); a step-daughter, Sheree Fuqua; grandchildren, Ashley (Kenny) Moore, Richard (Julia) Kohloff, Randy (Brianna) Fuqua and Casandra Fuqua and families; and newest great grandchild, Brecken Moore, as well as his nephews and many friends.
He was preceded in death by, his parents; his wife, Sandra and his son, John Ekornaas. He was also just recently joined in death by his brother Fred Ekornaas.
Visitation for John will be held 4:00 P.M. – 6:00 P.M. on Wednesday, December 29th, 2021 at Kemper Center – Founders Hall (6501 – 3rd Avenue) with a service at 6:00 P.M. and military honors to follow. Burial at Southern Wisconsin Veterans Cemetery will take place at a later date.
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(262) 653-0667
3016 75th Street, Kenosha, WI 53142
mark allen johnson says:
Very sorry to read that John has passed. What an iconic Kenosha businessman, one who carved his own path.
He will truly be missed
Debbi Forgianni says:
So many fond memories of your business although I was very young back then I had the best of times at midnight hour so thank you Johnny midnight
REST IN PEACE
Teresa tanking says:
My mother worked for John for many years he was a wonderful person and will be sadly missed his establishment was a great place to meet people dance and just have fun and that’s what he liked sincerely Terry Tanking
Gary Caibaiosai says:
Sorry for the loss , lots of memories, thoughts and prayers to the family
Russ Flynn says:
Great man good friend. So sorry for your loss.
Many memories!
Sally M Willingham says:
John was the most Kind Caring and Loving person I ve ever known. I m so glad we had so many good talks back in the day. I ll never forget you John!!!!! Till we meet again 💜
Billy L. Gibson says:
I served in the Army with John 1961 to 1964 he was a good man a wonderful companion, you may not rest in peace my friend
Hook Williams says:
Great friend and great memories, will be sadly missed by everyone who knew him.
Cyn Tolstyga says:
Johnny you will forever be remembered at Da Grove…I will always think of you with a smile when I’m there. God Speed my friend. ❤️❤️❤️
Matthew j Pullen says:
Was a bouncer an Bartender, an had an Apartment Upstairs , John Was a great Mentor , a great Guy an awesome friend ,a lifetime of Memories at Jonny Midnights , Rip an God bless !