Sidney S. “Sid” Krahn, 89, of Whitewater, passed away unexpectedly on April 26, 2023, at his home.
Sid was born on April 28, 1933; he would’ve turned 90 last Friday. Born the son of Paul and Martha (Kincaid) Krahn and a lifetime resident of Whitewater.
He graduated Whitewater High School in 1951. On Sept. 18, 1954, Sid married the love of his life, Cecelia Larkin, and together they raise four children. Sid was a Whitewater police officer for five years. Later, Sid owned and operated Sid Krahn’s Services for 18 years, and co-owned CK’s Keg Liquor with his wife for 10 years. He also worked in the maintenance department at UW-Whitewater for 25 years.
Sid was a member of the Whitewater Lion’s Club for 45 years and a member of the Whitewater Country Club for 20 years. He was a faithful lifetime member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, was involved in the church’s Men’s Club, and served as a church usher. Sid also served as the Police and Fire Commissioner for five years, and was a retired volunteer fireman.
He is survived by his wife, Cecelia Krahn; children, Nancy Boyer of Whitewater, Paul (Sandy) Krahn of Whitewater, Steven (Darcie) Krahn of Whitewater, Marie (David) Manthey of Tampa, Florida; 14 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren.
Sid is preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Martha Krahn; grandson, Nathan Krahn; and four-legged companion, Duff.
Funeral service took place Monday, May 1, at Nitardy Funeral Home, 550 N. Newcomb St., Whitewater. A burial followed services at Calvary Cemetery.
Donations can be made in Sid’s name to St. John’s Lutheran Church in Whitewater.
Online condolences can be made at www.nitardyfuneralhome.com
