KEVIN MITSKOGEN

KEVIN MITSKOGEN

     Kevin Mitskogen, 56, passed away unexpectedly July 1, 2023, in a tragic car accident. 

     Kevin was born Nov. 30, 1966, in Black River Falls to Philip Mitskogen and AliceRae Nelson. 

     Kevin was a 1986 graduate of Black River Falls Senior High School. Kevin worked several other jobs before his career at D&S Manufacturing as a welder for the last 17 years. Kevin took great pride in working at D&S. He was very hardworking, reliable and a great welder. He enjoyed mentoring the new people there. 

     Kevin was first and foremost a father, grandfather, son, brother and uncle. 

     Kevin was the only brother to his sisters, and he surely lived up to that. Kevin was known to his family as “Skeeto,” a nickname that was given to him by Uncle Darwin and would follow him his entire life. Kevin enjoyed living a humble quiet life in the country doing the things he enjoyed, hunting, fishing, target shooting, ATVing and making his famous beef jerky that always contained “a surprise in every bag,” which usually meant a piece unbelievably hot and spicy. He was known to his family as a jokester, always planning his next prank. For many years he not only worked full-time but also helped on the family farm. Kevin took great pride in always being there for his family members and helping in any way that he was able; he was one who his family could always count on. 

     Kevin will be greatly missed by many, especially his family.

     Kevin was most proud of his only child, son Daniel, and granddaughter Elyza. Kevin cherished his time with them. Kevin was a wonderful uncle and mentor to many of his nieces and nephews. 

     Kevin is survived by his son, Daniel Mitskogen (Amanda), and granddaughter Elyza of Mondovi; father Philip Mitskogen of Black River Falls; mother and step-father AliceRae and Dan Nelson of Beloit WI; sister Lori (Paul) Herbenson of Mondovi; sister Melanie (Dave) Bohac of Neillsville; sister Teresa (John) Peterson  of Lake Mills; as well as nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. 

     Kevin was preceded in death by his sister, Dawn, nephew Jason Bohac and both paternal and maternal grandparents

     Funeral services for Kevin took place Saturday, July 8, 2023, at 4 p.m. at the Buswell Funeral Home. Pastor Elden Simonson officiated. Friends and family were invited for the visitation from 2 p.m. until the time of service.

     The Buswell Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements, 715-284-2231.