Joyce Ann Kahlke

Joyce A. (Simmons) Kahlke, 81 years of age and resident of Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, passed away surrounded by family on Wednesday, February 5, 2025.

She was born on November 30, 1943, in Wisconsin to Arthur and Irene (Kronke) Simmons. Joyce grew up in Burlington and moved to Lake Geneva with her late husband, William Kahlke, who passed in 1982. The two were wed in 1968 and enjoyed many beautiful years together.

A people person at heart, Joyce was incredibly kind-hearted and never had a bad word to say about anyone. She cherished being a mom, grandma, and great-grandma. When she wasn’t spending time with family, Joyce enjoyed crafts, particularly needlework, sitting by the lake, poker, and trips to the Wisconsin Dells. The “Christmas Queen”, Joyce adored decorating for and celebrating the holidays. A member of Como Community Church, Joyce was an easy-going woman and will be missed by many.

Joyce is survived by her children Deb (Allen) Percente and Bill Kahlke; granddaughter Samantha Percente; great-grandson Owen Percente; other relatives; and many church parishioners and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents Arthur and Irene (Kronke) Simmons and her husband William Kahlke.

A visitation will be held on Monday, February 10, 2025, at Como Community Church (W3901 Palmer Rd, Lake Geneva, WI 53147), from 4 p.m. – 5 p.m., followed by a funeral service at 5 p.m., officiated by Pastor Bob Kamps. A luncheon in the church fellowship hall will follow.

Burial will take place on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at Hazel Ridge Cemetery (W. Jefferson Street and Sunset Drive, Elkhorn, WI 53121). To join in the funeral procession to the cemetery, please meet at Lazarczyk Family Funeral Homes of Lake Geneva (515 Center Street, Lake Geneva, WI 53147) at 9:30 a.m.

Lazarczyk Family Funeral Homes of Lake Geneva and Delavan is proudly serving the family.