Kenneth R. Carlborg, 80, passed into eternal life in Wausau, Wisconsin on Sunday, October 16, 2022. He was born on May 1, 1942, in Des Plaines, IL, to George and Olga (nee: Ohlsson) Carlborg.

The family moved to Wisconsin and Ken attended Salem Central High School, ('60), and UW-Parkside (B.S. Business Management '75). He served in Vietnam with the U.S. Army in the 18th Artillery and 88th Infantry. He entered the engineering profession and worked at American Motors in Kenosha, WI and worked and lived part of his life in Oregon.

Ken excelled at woodworking, always making lovely and useful gifts of furniture and décor for family. Fishing was his passion and Willow Flowage, WI was his favorite fishing spot. He retired to Wausau, WI where he enjoyed country life and later remarried. He lived his last days navigating health issues in a care community in Wausau.

Kenneth is survived by his wife, Ludmyla Carlborg of Wausau; his children, Katherine Carlborg, Kevin (Brenda) Carlborg both of Kenosha, and grandchildren Devin, Melina, and Nolan. He is further survived by his sisters, Martha Farina, Alice Beaulieu, Lillian Ray, and Pamela Carlborg. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Graveside service honoring Kenneth Carlborg will be held at 10am on Tuesday, November 1, 2022 at the Southern Wisconsin Veterans Cemetery located at 21731 Spring St., Union Grove, WI 53182.

Mid Wisconsin Cremation Society is assisting family at this time.  Online condolences may be expressed at MWCS.WS