William "Bill" Kane

William (Bill) H. Kane, passed away peacefully at home on February 13, 2025 at the age of 80. He was born on November 17, 1944, to Henry and Margaret (Peg) Kane. He graduated from Preble High School in 1963 and soon after, on August 27, 1966, married Mary Ellen A. Hoffman, at Holy Trinity Catholic Church. Together, they shared over 58 wonderful years filled with love and adventure. Bill dedicated 36 years to the Brown County Highway Department and was also a familiar face in Denmark as a crossing guard for 15 years, a testament to his love for children and his community. Beyond his work, Bill was actively involved in local affairs, serving on the Denmark Village Board and proudly holding the title of Fourth Degree Knight with the Knights of Columbus. He was a faithful member of All Saints Catholic Church in Denmark. In his downtime, Bill loved to engage in spirited games of sheepshead, travel and create lasting memories with his family. Bill faithfully cheered for the Packers, and had tickets dating back to games at City Stadium, and proudly attended the Ice Bowl in 1967.

Bill is survived by his wife, Mary Ellen, children: Kristen Tower and Kim (Paul) Strebel; grandchildren: Moira Strebel and Delanie Strebel; siblings: Terry (Mary) Kane, Karen Kane, Pat (Carol) Kane, Colleen (Mike) Phillips, Kathy (Dave) Konop, Sherry (Jack) Rentmeester, Aimee (Jim) Rentmeester; Godchildren: Aimee Rentmeester, Brad Phillips, Andrea Pfefferman and Renee Konop; Mary Ellen’s sisters: Marlene (Paul) Buntin and Darlene (Evan) Madson; as well as many nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Henry and Margaret Kane, Bill was preceded in death by Mary Ellen’s parents: Harvey and Viola Hoffman.

Family and friends may visit at All Saints Catholic Church in Denmark on Friday, February 21, from 9:00am until 10:45am. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00am with Fr. Xavier Amirtham, O.Praem officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery at a later date. Cotter Funeral and Cremation Care is assisting the family.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given in Bill’s name to the All Saints Fr. Dionne Fund that supports the needs of All Saints School.