Where Caring Is A Family Tradition
Where Caring Is A Family Tradition
Alois "Ollie" J. Kriha, age 91, of Winneconne, WI passed away with loving family by his side on Saturday, July 30, 2016, at Cherry Meadows Hospice in Appleton, WI. He was born on June 19, 1925, in Oshkosh, WI, the son of Raimund and Alouisa (Jungwirth) Kriha.
Alois grew up on the south side of Oshkosh and graduated from Sacred Heart School, working various jobs prior to enlisting in the U.S. Navy in 1943. During WW II, he was a Gunner's Mate Second Class on Patrol Torpedo Boat 186 and saw combat in the South Pacific. Post war, he was stationed on the Atlantic Ocean, transporting supplies needed in the rebuilding of Europe.
On April 14, 1951, Alois married Arlene Stennett with whom he raised his family. He worked as a firefighter for the City of Oshkosh, retiring in 1984.
Alois was a member of the VFW and the American Foreign Legion. He was a member of various local gun clubs and enjoyed trapshooting. Alois delighted in sharing his memories and knowledge of history with friends and family, especially with his grandchildren, who were his greatest pride and joy.
Alois is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, James and Lynn Kriha of Neenah, WI, and their children, Andrew, of Williamsburg, VA; Rebecca, of Des Moines, IA; and Matthew, of Joplin, MO; one daughter and son-in-law, Roberta Kriha-Hernandez and Benito Hernandez of Sturtevant, WI, and their children, Joel, of Racine, WI; Daniel and Michael, both of Sturtevant. Alois is further survived by his sister, Mary Kriha, of Oshkosh; and many dear relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his wife; parents; and brothers, Edward, Albert, Raymond, John, and Joseph Kriha.
A private funeral service will be held. Burial with military honors will be in the Winneconne Cemetery.
Memorial donations will be made in Alois' name to Valley VNA Assisted Living Resident Enrichment Fund and to the American Heart Association.
If you wish please submit online condolences to muellerfuneralhomeinc.com.
The family would like to express heartfelt gratitude to the caregivers, nurses, and staff at Valley VNA Assisted Living of Neenah and Cherry Meadows Hospice for all of the compassionate love and care they extended to their father, brother, and grandfather.
Richard and Pam Duchaine wrote on August 14, 2016
Our wonderful neighbor and very good friend.
Ollie welcomed us to Winneconne and was most helpful to us in many ways.
Miss you , our friend!!
Dick, Pam and Maxie the "Wonder Dog"
Jenna wrote on August 9, 2016
As a CNA at Valley VNA, I have grown rather close to Ollie. He was a very special man. He was so proud of his family, as he would tell me all about his kids and grandkids! It was an honor to know such a wonderful man, and my thoughts and prayers will remain with the family throughout this hard time.
Jerry & Maureen Johnson wrote on August 8, 2016
Ollie was a wonderful neighbor and a kind and thoughtful man. Our family is blessed to have known him and our sympathy is extended to his family.
Paul Esslinger wrote on August 7, 2016
Sending condolences from the Esslinger family.
Mayorga Family wrote on August 6, 2016
There are no words to express how sorry we feel for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and in our prayers. May your father, Alois Kriha, rest in peace...Con cariño, Familia Mayorga
Keith and Linda Picard wrote on August 5, 2016
Ollie was a great neighbor and friend. He introduced me to Skeet shooting at the gun club shortly after our family moved to Winneconne. My dog would sneak out of our yard and visit Ollie quite often
.Ollie said that he likes the company.
A very nice man who will be missed.
CarolAnne Frank wrote on August 4, 2016
I first had the distinct pleasure of meeting "Ollie" back in 1989 when
I became close friends with his beloved daughter, Bobbie. Over the
years, I was honored to spend time with Ollie, Arlene, and their family at their lovely lakeside home in Winneconne. Ollie was a true character. He was a talker and a thinker who relished sharing stories and opinions on a wide variety of topics with his family and friends. Ollie was not afraid to speak his mind. He spoke of his
children and grandchildren with great pride. I am so blessed that
Ollie and Arlene raised the beautiful daughter who for the past
27 years, I've called friend. I will miss Ollie's quick wit, interest in
people and the world around him, and love of the spoken word.
He is at peace now, reunited with his dear wife, Arlene. I'm sure
God welcomed Ollie him home with the words, "Well done, my
good and faithful servant."