Robert Isham, 85, of Kenosha, passed away on February 13, 2024, at Aurora Medical Center of Kenosha.
Bob was born on November 5, 1938, in Park Falls, WI, the son of the late Ira and Ruth Isham. He was educated in the schools of Park Falls, where he earned many letters in football, basketball, and baseball. He was named prom king and even won a high school dance contest with his best friend. After graduation, wanting to be like his older brother, Bob enlisted in the National Guard, serving for two years before joining the Navy for another four years. After being honorably discharged, Bob moved to Kenosha and married Kathryn Zengel. Bob and Kathy had two children together, a daughter, Susan and a son, Paul. Bob and Kathy divorced in 1976.
On April 14, 1978 Bob was remarried to Christine Gianakos in Kenosha. Together they raised Chris’ nine children from a previous marriage and his two children. He worked at Twin Disc as a tool and die maker for many years before retiring. Bob was a member of the Lac Courtes Oreilles Tribe of the Lake Superior Band of the Ojibwe. His hobbies included golfing, bowling, reading Louis L’amour westerns, and playing what he called the truest version of softball, fastpitch. Bob was a lifelong fan of the Braves, Packers, Brewers, Badgers, and Bucks.
Bob and Chris were married for 46 years. Chris passed away after a brief illness on February 7, 2024. Sadly, six days later, Bob followed her into the great unknown, dying from broken heart syndrome.
Survivors include his loving children, Sue Shamberg (Greg) of Kenosha, Mike Henningfield (Ginelle) of Ogema, Steven Henningfield (Sherri) of Laona, Paul Isham (Kristen) of Milwaukee, George Henningfield (Chris) of Kenosha, Scott Henningfield (Jackie) of Kenosha, Jonathan Henningfield (Kathy) of Kenosha, Helen Croce (Joe) of Kenosha, Jimmy Henningfield (Heather) of Kenosha; sisters, Shirley Grey of Kenosha and Carol Oettel of Oshkosh; also included are his 27 grandkids and 47 great grandkids. Bob was preceded in death by his wife; parents; brothers, Don & Ed; sister, Arlene and his 2 daughters, Susan & Marie.
Visitation will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church 7307 40th Ave Kenosha WI, on Feb 24, 2024, from 9:00am to 11:00am with services to follow.
A celebration of life will follow the service at the Kenosha Moose Lodge 3003 30th Ave. Kenosha, WI from 1pm-6pm.
