Karl Pilath, of Birnamwood, died Friday, August 31, 2012 at his home under the care of Aspirus Hospice. He was 76 years old. He was born on January 15, 1936 in Kalingrad, Russia, a son of Fredrick and Fredricka (Berber) Pilath. He married Beatrice Laster on January 9, 1966 at Yorkville, IL. She preceded him in death on December 25, 2008.
He served in the United States military having been stationed in Asia.
He worked in construction and manufacturing in Chicago prior to moving to Birnamwood in 1967. He owned and operated a dairy and ginseng farm until his retirement.
He enjoyed nature and had a great respect for animals.
In addition to his wife he was preceded in death by a step-daughter, Nellie Gaab.
No services will be held by request.
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Uncle Karl was a very dear person to me as was
Aunt Bea. He always made me laugh whenever we talked on the phone or when we visited. He would always cheer me up. I will never forget the wonderful times my family and he and aunt Bea had together. He will be greatly missed. God bless him and keep him.
We are so glad we where able to know and spend time with Karl. It's not to often in life you meet such an interesting person. we will miss you Karl.
Karl was a very good friend. and we had very good times with him. and enjoyed going out to eat. we also had some great trips together. he will be missed. are friend forever Curt and Evelyn.
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