Kirk Jewell
June 02, 1982 - January 02, 2020
Obituary
MOUNT HOREB - Kirk Matthew Jewell, age 37, of Mount Horeb, passed away on Thursday, January 2, 2020. He was born on June 2, 1982, in Richland Center, Wis., the son of Dean and Julie (Polaski) Jewell.
Kirk graduated from Richland Center High School in 2001 and went on to receive a bachelor’s degree from UW Stevens Point. He married Jody Snider on Aug. 20, 2011, in Lancaster, Wis.
Kirk worked as a materials manager for Cardinal Glass in Mazomanie, Wis. where he enjoyed his job and the people he worked with.
He was an avid and knowledgeable sports fan. You could always find him cheering on the Badgers, Packers, Brewers and Bucks. He enjoyed spending time with his friends playing fantasy football. After playing sports in high school, including wrestling, he went on to referee local wrestling. His greatest love was his wife and children. His passion for his children was shown in everything he did for them. He loved to go to the park, swimming and riding bikes with the kids. You could find him playing catch with Owen and barbies with Vada. He would spoil them with whatever they wanted. He will live on through the lessons he taught them.
Kirk is survived by his wife, Jody; son, Owen, age 7; daughter, Vada, age 4; mother, Julie Jewell; parents-in-law, Ginny and Larry Snider; grandparents, John and Nancy Polaski; grandmother, Rosemary Jewell; four sisters-in-law, Shelly (Tom) Maas, Tina (Brent) McDonald, Becky (Lee) Gotto, and Carrie (Chad) Olmstead; and nieces, a nephew, extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Dean Jewell; brother, Todd Jewell; and grandfather, Roger Jewell.
A funeral service will be held at ST. IGNATIUS CATHOLIC CHURCH, 109 S. Sixth Street, Mount Horeb, at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2020. Burial will be held at Richland Center Cemetery. Visitation will be held at GUNDERSON CAMACHO FUNERAL & CREMATION CARE, 500 N. Eighth Street, Mount Horeb, from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 6, 2020, and also at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of the service on Tuesday.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Kirk's family to be designated at a later date. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson Camacho Mount Horeb
Funeral & Cremation Care
500 N. Eighth Street
(608) 437-5077
Events
Visitation
Mon Jan 6, 2020 @ 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM CDT
Gunderson Camacho Funeral and Cremation Care - Mt. Horeb • 500 N. Eighth St., Mount Horeb, WI 53572
Visitation
Tue Jan 7, 2020 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM CDT
St. Ignatius Catholic Church • 109 S 6th St., Mt. Horeb, WI 53572
Service
Tue Jan 7, 2020 @ 11:00 AM CDT
St. Ignatius Catholic Church • 109 S 6th St., Mt. Horeb, WI 53572
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Memories
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Paul Murphey
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On behalf of Trinity United Methodist Church, Richland Center, our deepest sympathy to Jody, the children, and to the entire Jewell & Snider families. Kirk was a Trinity member from his baptism in 1983 and his confirmation in 1997. Many of us have known Kirk since he was born. May God grant you peace & comfort at this difficult time. - - Paul Murphey, Trinity Memorial Ministry Chair
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Chris Storer
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We are saddened at the news of Kirk's passing. He was a great guy and will missed by all that lnew him. Condolences to his whole family.
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Shirley Steiner
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Our sincere condolences to Kirk’s entire family. I remember him as a happy little boy from church and as a student in school. He will be missed. Prayers for his family.
Shirley and Richard Steiner
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John & Philomena Poole
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Our deep and sincere sympathy to Kirk's family. I remember him well as a student. Smart, personable, and goal-oriented. So saddened and shocked to learn of his untimely passing. May your wonderful memories of Kirk help ease the pain of his loss. John & Philomena Poole
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Cindy Cain
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I am so sorry to hear about Kirks passing. I worked with him at Cardinal throughout the years and always enjoyed our interactions. He was kind, diligent and cared about his team and co-workers. He always had great things to say about his family and my heart goes out to them. Losing a loved one is never easy and I will keep you in my thoughts.
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Audrey Cremer-Thursby
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I am deeply saddened to hear about Kirk’s death. I was an exchange student with the Jewell family when Kirk was maybe 2 years old. I remember him as a very sensitive boy. I saw him last year in Richland Center when he was playing soccer with his 2 boys. I remember his kindness and sweetness and I will never forget his beautiful essence. My condolences go to his entire family. I am sending my love and strength during this difficult time.