Passed away surrounded by her family on July 12, 2019 at the age of 70. Beloved wife for 48 years to Ken, Kada leaves a legacy of love for family, service to others and friendship. She is the devoted mother to Gayle (Chris) Jillings, Guy, Erin (Adam) Leininger, and Kristin, and loving grandmother to Lucas, Reed, Connor, Avry, and Zach. Cherished sister-in-law to Nancy (George), Barbara, Gary (Debbie), and JoAnne (Mark). Also loved by nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends. Preceded in death by parents Milton and Ethel Rule, and sister Katherine (Al) Sanders.
Born in El Paso, TX, Kada attended Texas Woman’s University and earned a master’s from UW-Madison. After careers in vocational education and financial services, she retired as the FACE teacher for Slinger High School (SHS). Kada pursued many hobbies, including travel, quilting, bridge, golf, and genealogy, which led her to become a proud, active member of the Daughters of the American Revolution. She also served her church in many roles and on the Executive Council of the diocese, was a Girl Scout leader and concession maven for many groups. In everything, she brought energy, strength, thoughtful advice, and warm hugs. An amazing life, well-lived.
The family would like to thank Dr. Zukowski and the staffs at Aurora Cancer Center and Lawlis Family Hospice.
Visitation at St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church, N27 W24000 Paul Court, Pewaukee, Wisconsin, Thursday, July 18, 2019, from 2:00 PM to 3:45 PM. Funeral Service at 4:00 PM; reception to follow.
In lieu of flowers, memorials to HONOURS, Inc. (Slinger High School Scholarship) or St. Bartholomew’s.