Gilbert A. Kania

Honored to have known Gil, a sweet man with a huge smile. RIP

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Living a few doors north of the Kania's when they lived on 35th street meant a lot of time at their house. Even when he came home from an exhausting day at work, Gil always had a smile on his face and funny things to say to us kids. Always interested and supportive of our activities, even understanding of our shenanigans. The 4th of July at the Kania's was always a highlight of Summer. When I moved away from Milwaukee and came back for visits to the old neighborhood, it was always great to catch up with Gil, and he was always interested in what I and my family were up to way out there in Seattle. Gill will be dearly missed but always fondly remembered.

My sympathies to Aunt Eileen, Jerry, Karen, Jimmy and the entire extended family on the loss of Uncle Gil. May you all treasure his smile, laugh and great memories. It was wonderful being able to spend a little time with Uncle Gil and the whole family around Christmas time this year while in Madison. I especially enjoyed seeing all the great photos of Gil, Eileen and the family on Eileen and Gil's walls! Brought back some fun memories of visits to the Kanias in Milwaukee when growing up. May the love of those around you provide comfort in the coming days.

My condolences to Mrs. Kania and the family. I remember Mr. Kania as a kind man devoted to his family, completely invested in the lives of his children. We were always welcome in the Kania House on 35th Street in Milwaukee. Mr. Kania was a role model who volunteered many hours as a coach for the Blessed Sacrament football team. He will be a lasting influence in the lives he touched.