Kenneth Booth

Kenneth Booth, 97, passed away on Saturday, November 23, 2024 at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice in Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin. He was born in Reddish – Stockport, Cheshire, England on June 9, 1927, the son of William and Florence (Webb) Booth. On March 10, 1951 Kenneth married Justine Jerovsek. Kenneth and Justine emigrated to the United States in December of 1951, sailing on the Franconia which was used for the Yalta Conference in 1945. While sailing, Justine spent much time below deck as she was not feeling well. When visiting the ship’s doctor, he clarified for her that she was not seasick but most assuredly pregnant. Kenneth and Justine stepped on American soil with $90 in their possession, one trunk and a baby on the way. They settled in Racine and made a beautiful life together with their family and friends. Kenneth worked for J. I. Case for 35 years and was an active member of the UAW Local 180. He also was a long-time member of Holy Communion Lutheran Church where he ushered for over 25 years. After his retirement in 1986, Kenneth and Justine traveled throughout the United States, England, France, and Slovenia. Kenneth is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Nita Booth and Gary Mohn of Port Washington; grandsons, Matthew (Nicki) Van Susteren and great-grandchildren, Logan, Colin, and Bennett of Forest Lake, Minnesota; Will Van Susteren of Horicon; Ryan of Pennsylvania; Bill of Pewaukee; and Cullin of West Bend; nephew, Marko (Ann) Jerovsek of New Jersey; nieces, Hazel Dickfoss of Lake Geneva; Maria Pucel of Indiana, Julie Benet of France; Judith Knowles of Australia; nephews, Mark Knowles of England; and Ken Taylor of England. He is further survived by other relatives and dear friends. Kenneth was preceded in death by his wife, Justine; and his sisters, Jean, Millie, and Norah. A funeral service will be held at Sturino Funeral Home on Friday, December 6, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Holy Communion Lutheran Church in Racine. Special thanks to the caregivers at Lincoln Village in Port Washington and to the caregivers from Sharon Richardson Hospice.

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Kenneth Booth

June 9, 1927 - November 23, 2024