Kenneth J. Bubla, “Red” age 55, of Big Flats, Wisconsin died after a long battle with cancer on April 27, 2012 at Simple Living in Friendship, Wisconsin.
Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 3, 2012 at the Roseberry’s Funeral Home in Friendship. Pastor Duntley will officiate. Interment will be at the Big Flats Cemetery, Town of Big Flats, Adams County, Wisconsin. Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. until the time of service on Thursday at Roseberry’s Funeral Home.
Kenneth was born March 29, 1957 in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin to Charles C. and Evelyn Bubla/Lumby.
Red enjoyed gardening, canning, living on the farm & raising farm animals, working in the woods pulping, hunting and fishing. In the fall he liked traveling and selling Christmas trees. Red especially loved spending time with his family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his father, Charles C. Bubla & his step-father, LeRoy A. Lumby Sr.
Survivors:
Mother: Evelyn Lumby of Mauston, Wisconsin
Brother: Charles E. Bubla of Adams, Wisconsin
Brother: James (Stacey) Bubla of Friendship, Wisconsin
Brother: David Bubla of Stevens Point, Wisconsin
Brother: Dennis (Eulalia) Bubla of San Antonio, Texas
Brother: Timothy Bubla of Plover, Wisconsin
Brother: LeRoy J. Lumby of Mauston, Wisconsin
Nephew: James (Laura) Bubla of Madison, Wisconsin
Niece: Amanda (Joe) Steinhoff of Sparta, Wisconsin
Nephew: Brian Bubla of Baraboo, Wisconsin
Niece: Stephanie (Jared) Neukirchen of Friendship, Wisconsin
Niece: Crystal Mason of Reedsburg, Wisconsin
Niece: Destiny Lumby of Cascade Locks, Oregon
Niece: Makenna Lumby of New Port Richey, Florida
Nephew: Genesis Lumby of New Port Richey, Florida
Nephew: David C. (Michelle) Bubla-Schultz of Stevens Point, Wisconsin
Nephew: Jonathon F.M. Bubla of Plover, Wisconsin
Nephew: Josue I. Bubla of San Antonio, Texas
Nephew: Jacob I. Bubla of San Antonio, Texas
Nephew: Francisco E. Bubla of San Antonio, Texas
Further survived by many: Aunts, Uncles,great-nieces, great-nephews, relatives and friends.
Red’s family would like to thank Tony & Shelley Sleeman at Simple living for all of their wonderful care and compassion.
A Mother’s Thoughts and Prayer by Evelyn Streeter Bubla Lumby
In loving memories of my son Kenneth Bubla:
I was blessed with seven sons that God granted to me.
It is such a loss on a mother’s part when she loses a son.
You try to protect them from all the hurts in life;
But then you let them go in God’s hands and pray for the best,
I remember little things such as our baseball teams consisting of moms and sons!
Kenneth was a funny little boy with a big imagination.
On one occasion, after watching the Little Rascals show on television of how the little rascals decided to go camping,
Kenneth decided to go on a camping trip also by the creek on his dad’s property in Big Flats;
That is until his father Charlie caught up with him.
Other things that come to mind is that a mother misses them coming home from school on the school bus, and as they grow up they go off on their own.
I recall all the garden vegetables he grew, he was so proud as he gave some to his mom.
I recall our picnics in the park for Mother’s Day with Ken and his brothers
all of the Thanksgivings and Christmas celebrations in my home with them even those that could not make it home, they all called and talked with each other. I will miss you my dear son Kenneth.
May you rest in peace, Rest with God in His Eternal loving care.
I want to Thank Tony and Shelly from Hospice for letting me stay overnight visiting with Kenneth and spending many wonderful hours with him, as Well as Roseberrys Funeral Home for the wonderful service. i am eternally grateful. I want to thank those visitors and those that cried with me. I am thankful for your comfort.
My last prayer is that I hope that this passing may bring our family’s closer, for tomorrow is never guaranteed.
To the Bubla family,So sorry to hear of the passing of Ken, know that he is now watching over all of you and no longer in pain. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless, Ginny
So very sorry to hear about your brother Ken’s passing Dennis. I wish peace, strength and many wonderful memories of Ken to you and to all who knew and loved him.
Ken’s last request of me was to arrange for him to visit his “home”. But Ken, you decided HOME was a better place to be. I look forward to the day when we will meet again and you can tell me all you know about Heaven and being HOME. You hold a special place in my heart and I will miss you. Debbie
Just saw the obituary in the paper and saw the funeral was yesterday but would like to say that Kenny was a great guy and he always did ya right. Sympathy to Jim and Stacey and all the rest of his family.
Thank You to everyone who shared in celebrating the life of my brother Kenneth John Bubla (1957-2012). It is my hope that in Kenny’s death each of us with be able to learn to become more close with our family members. Also it is my prayer that with Kenny’s death, and using Kenny as an example, we all would seek out Christ as our personal savior, develope that personal relationship with Christ and know for sure that the kingdom of heaven is our eternal destination.
“I am the way and the truth and the life; no one comes to the Father but through Me.” John 14:6
Thank you again.
Tim Bubla
I am sorry for your loss and send my sincere condolences to the family and friends.
When unforeseen occurrences befall us, and the enemy death strikes, our grief can be great. It is at times like this that we need comfort and support whether we are acquainted or not.
May you find comfort in Almighty God promise of the resurrection. – Acts 24:15. All of God’s promises will come true, for it is impossible for God to lie. – Hebrews 6:18.
Respectfully,
to Evelyn and to the Bubla family our condolences goes out to you at this difficult time, your family were a big part of our lives as we were growing up and those memories will never go away, remember the memories you had of him and with him and remember he will never be forgotten. God Bless You All !!!
To Ken’s family and extended family. We will miss you Ken at Simple Living-our visits, my smoking buddy!!!!!!!! We are glad that we got to know you over the last few months. Thoughts and prayers to the entire family. Ken was a special person to so many people. Cherish your memories with him, just as we will.
Condolences.
While growing up in this family as the only girls for the longest time My uncle Kenny was there for me alot of the time. I remember staying with grandpa and uncle ken while my dad would work long hours. Uncle Ken was like another kid he was funny, and he always had some kind of goofy thing to say. After grandpa past uncle ken and I still had each other. I loved playing in the woods or the walks through the woods with uncle ken to go to the store (lol). His confidence and spirit made forget that our last name carried so much weight. He showed me that not everyone has to be the same person as the other person. And as I grew up and faced alot of my own twists and turns Uncle Ken was always there with an open ear and a smile on his face for me. Now that you are gone and I still have my dad (Jim Bubla) to turn to but it just will not be the same. Each one of you hold a deep meaning in my heart. I am down one red head uncle now. Uncle Tim and I are the only ones left to share in the funny comments and the jokes, but I know that you are close by laughing with us.
I visit Grandpa every year, as I have for 15 years, I always sit and talk with him. Now when I make my trip home I know I will have two more people to talk with. I miss you so much today, yesterday and that day you could not get to the phone. But I have enjoyed every phone call, every talk, every hug, every laugh, and every moment with while I have been in this world.
Some say that a man needs to hold a steady job or have a career to be successful; I DISAGREE in my uncles case a warm heart and a kind soul was his success.
Love you lots big red~ love little red
Ken was a wonderful person and he will be missed. Our sincere condolences to his family.
This poem should help to remind us that no matter what, we will always be connected to our loved ones. Whether it’d be friends or family, a bond can never be broken, no matter what the distance looks like, or the attitude of others–no matter the situation.
A Poem For A Brother
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Do not stand at my grave and weep,
I am not there; I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the diamond glints on snow,
I am the sun on ripened grain,
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning’s hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circling flight.
I am the soft starlight at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there; I did not die.
~1932 by Mary Elizabeth Frye
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We can have peace knowing that…
Death is not the end: “But your dead will live; their bodies will rise. You who dwell in the dust, wake up and shout for joy.” Isaiah 26:19, NIV
And Jesus promises us: “I will ransom them from the power of the grave; I will redeem them from death.” Hosea 13:14, NIV
Where does Daniel say the dead are sleeping? “Multitudes who sleep in the dust of the earth will awake.” Daniel 12:2, NIV
Our sympathy goes out to Tim and his family on the passing of Kenneth. Perhaps the Lord who knows all gave Kenny one more year to equip him for the sainthood he now enjoys in the presence of the Saviour. We were excited along with Tim just about a year ago when he made the confession of faith and acknowledged Jesus as his saviour. We have never met Kenny on earth, but we look forward to spending eternity with him.
Tim & Family – please know that you are in our families prayers as you grieve the loss of your brother and son. However, we are excited to know that Kenny made the most important decision of his life by accepting Jesus Christ as his Savior and is walking the streets of glory cancer free! We know that if Kenny could have one final wish for his family & friends it would be for them to seek out Christ, the only one that offers peace, and eternity in heaven. “I am the way and the truth and the life; no one comes to the Father but through Me.” John 14:6 (Brian, Caryn, Caitlyn, & Bryanne Richard)
Growing up, my brother Kenny taught me some very valuable life lessons.
1. Always help some one else in need.
2. Never be quick to get angry- There is always an alternative to anger
3. Always be the gentle person in a conflict -The other person will back down
4. Speak calmly/slowly – people will adjust to your level. Let them think you are stupid- Only you will know you are not.
5. God gave you the Earth to grow and raise your own food (I never realized how true that was until years later when I planted my first garden and canned my own veggies.) I remembered Kenny teaching me about gardening and canning.
There is an earthy hole in my heart. My brother Kenny is gone. There is also a joy within my heart though. Because my brother Kenny is no longer suffering. I know that Kenny is with Christ right now. Many do not know that on March 8th 2011, my brother Kenny accepted Christ as his Personal Savior. Kenny learned that all men are sinners and fall short of the Glory of God and that there is a penalty for sin and that is death. And that Jesus Christ died on Calvary and shed His blood as a replacement for our sins. Kenny also learned that day that one’s ‘works’ do not guarantee a place in Heaven. He learned that he could never work his way to heaven by ‘good deeds’. Eph 2:8-9 “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith —and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— not by works, so that no one can boast.”
When the Gosphel was first started to be presented to Kenny he said “Well I am afraid to die”…But after realizing God’s instructions and “on his own” praying for his Salvation…Kenny said “You know what…I don’t feel so afraid anymore, I feel at peace.” Amen Praise God!
We should all strive to be more like my brother Kenny. Slow to anger, help others in need, be prepared, be resourceful, simplistically analytical, Don’t sweat the small stuff, and give your life to Christ.
I love you Brother! I’ll see you later. You made it before I did…….
Tim
Sorry for your loss. Prayers to the family.
We know that you are in Heaven walking hand in hand with our Lord and Savior, you will be greatly missed and loved always. You will forever remain in our memories.
Missing You
The air is crisp
The sky a brilliant blue
I find my thoughts
Drifting to you
I think of how
You would love this day
And of the time
That has faded away
Where did it go
How will it end
You left me so suddenly
I don’t know
Where to begin
I can only think
Of the time we will
Be together again
The air is crisp
The sky a brilliant blue
I find myself smiling
At the wonderful
Memories of you.
©Chantelle Underwood
Evelyn and your family have my deepest symphathy! You are in my prayers and thoughts!! Be there for each other and hold on to the memories.
To Jim, Dennis and family, my deepest condolences to you on the loss of Kenny. I got to know him pretty good when he was Pulmonary rehab for awhile.
Deseo expresar mis condolencias a la familia Bubla
I thought the world of Ken and am sorry to hear of his passing. He is now at peace.
Sorry for your loss. We thought the world of Kenny. We will miss him.
Evelyn & family, Our sincere sympathy goes out to you for the loss of your son & brother. May GOD help you during this difficult time.
So sorry on your loss. Ken’s pain is gone. You have our deepest sympathy
He’s at peace. May God give you comfort in knowing that, and in remembering the good times spent with him. You’re in our thoughts.
Sorry to hear about Kenny. He was a nice guy and had a good sense of humor. May God bless and take care of his family in their time of need.
Sorry to here of Kens Passing!!
Our prayers go out to his family that God will confort them in this time of sadness.
I am so sorry to hear of Kenny’s passing. I have fond memories of going to school and growing up with him. My deepest condolences to all of his family. You are all in my prayers…
I am so sorry to hear of Ken’s passing. I was a schoolmate of Ken’s. You all will be in my prayers.
We feel very fortunate to have had the pleasure of getting to know Ken. He became a part of our family while he was here with us and we will all miss him dearly. Our condolences and prayers to all of his family. We will miss you Ken.
Robert Kuhle a close cousin and deer hunting partner to Kenny Bubla (Red) and want to extend condolences and prayers to the Brothers Charles L. Bubla, James ( Stacey) Bubla, David Bubla, Dennis Bubla Timothy Bubla and to all the nieces and Nephews May all of you be comforted in need time Knowing that Kenny will be watching over all of you.
We, as Ken’s nephews want to extend condolences to my dearest grandmother, Evelyn and her family. This too shall pass. Words seem inadequate to express the sadness we feel about Uncle Kenneth. Grandma, may the love of those around you help you through the days ahead. Ken really brought so many different kinds of gifts to our lives. We will never forget him, that is for sure. Grandma, may you take comfort in knowing an angel is watching over him and you. With much love, and condolences…the children of Dennis L. Bubla, (Ken’s brother in San Antonio): Josue Isaac, Jacob Isai, and Francisco Emanuel Bubla in San Antonio, TX.