Kevin Allen Kerstner

Kevin Allen Kerstner, age 64, of Weston, passed away on Thursday, September 17, 2026, at Weston Memory Care, while under the care of Moments Hospice.

Kevin was born on April 20, 1962, to the late Donald and Doris (Strelow) Kerstner, in Wausau. He attended and graduated from Wausau East and went on to take come college courses for his job in the automotive industry. Kevin worked as an auto mechanic for many years. He enjoyed being around his family, and working on wood projects, as well as working with metal, with his dad. Kevin was a quiet and private man that enjoyed being able to help out his family and friends whenever he could. He appreciated the peace and quiet of life, and had a gentle soul. Kevin will be missed dearly, but never forgotten. He was welcomed into his Eternal Home by his parents and grandparents.

Kevin in survived by his brother: Sheldon (Arlene) Kerstner, and several cousins, aunts and uncles.

There will be a visitation for Kevin on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at Brainard Funeral Home, 522 Adams Street, Wausau, with a short prayer service at 11:00 a.m. The burial will take place at the Evergreen Cemetery at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, please direct donations in Kevin’s name to the Marathon County Humane Society, for his love of animals.

The family wishes to extend a heartfelt thank you to the wonderful hands-on staff at Weston Memory Care, along with the support and compassion from Moments Hospice.

Brainard Funeral Home & Cremation Center of Wausau is honored to assist Kevin’s family with the arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.brainardhelke.com.