Alexander Koltanowski

Sr.

Alexander Koltanowski, Sr., 72, of Lake Mills, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, June 5, 2023.

He was born on January 31, 1951 to the late Gleb and Gabriela (Plevnik) Koltanowski in Hamburg, Germany. He moved to the United States at the age of 5 months old.

He was a graduate of Tuley High School in Chicago, IL, Class of 1969.

Alexander married the former Barbara Popowczak on September 29, 1973 in Chicago, IL.

He was a member of the St. Francis Xavier in Lake Mills.

Alexander loved his children and grandchildren, he especially enjoyed watching them play sports like soccer, basketball and softball, listening to them sing in concerts and going to their art shows. One of his favorite things to do was to go on adventures and roadtrips with the love of his life, Barb, they would pick a spot on the map and go. They were most recently exploring Door County.  Alex and Barb also enjoyed daily walks together. He also enjoyed cheering for Chicago sports teams, reading, fishing, gardening with his wife, cooking, puzzles of all kinds and lending a hand when needed.

Survivors include his wife, Barbara; children Alexander Jr. (Nancy), and David (Kara); grandchildren Trinity, Delaney, Emma, Alyvia, Peyton, Jacob, LaMya, Alisha, Abigail, Benjamin; brother Robert (Eva); sisters-in-law Chris (Richard I), Theresa (John) and Mary; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was also preceded in death by his best friend Kurt Rouette; mother- and father-in-law; sister-in-law Jenny; and brother-in-law Rick and brother-in-law Julian.

A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at 12 noon at the St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Lake Mills.

Friends may call from 11 a.m. at the church until the time of services.

If desired, memorials may be made to the family.

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