Kenneth Michael Derfus Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Kenneth Michael Derfus of Unity, Wisconsin, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on July 26, 2025 at the age of 88. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Kenneth Michael Derfus to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Ben Derfus and Anna Mary Derfus (Schroeder). He is survived by: his grandchildren, Shannon Derfus, Jordan Derfus, Tyler Coughlin and Abby Derfus; his wife Christine Schultz of Joseph's Catholic Church; his children, Mark Derfus of Marshfield, Cheryl Coughlin (David) of Green Bay and Kevin Derfus (Jean) of Eau Claire; his grandchildren, Lauren Derfus, Brett Coughlin and Kassidy Derfus; his goddaughter Linda Brock of Madison; his siblings, Kathleen Hoffmann of Wausau and Robert Derfus (Gloria) of New Hope, MN.; and his brother-in-law Kenneth "Pete" Hoffmann.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, July 31st 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM at the St. Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church (205 S 2nd St, Colby, WI 54421). A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Thursday, July 31st 2025 at 11:30 AM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, the family is accepting memorials in Ken's name for House of the Dove in Marshfield and St. Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church in Colby.
