Kevin Kenneth Draves, 54, Algoma, passed away peacefully with his family by his side at Bellin Hospital, Green Bay, Sunday, October 29, 2023.
He was born April 1, 1969 in Algoma to Kenneth and Karen (Schmiling) Draves. Kevin graduated from Algoma High School in 1987.
Kevin worked for Green Bay Canning Company during and after high school. He was employed by Forestville Builders and Supply for several years as a carpenter.
Kevin bought his parents' second farm in 2006 and worked with his parents on their farm for his entire life. He and his father had a special working relationship and besides their own work, they did custom planting and harvesting for neighbors.
Kevin's greatest passion in life was farming and he took so much pride in his crops.
He was also so proud of his son, Kordell, who excelled in sports during his school years and after in college.
Kevin is survived by his parents, Ken and Karen Draves; his son, Kordell Draves (fianc'e Erica Griep); his sister Karrie (John) LeBotte; nephews, Jason (Selena) LeBotte and their daughter Hazel, Matthew LeBotte; special friend Dawn Iwen and her sons Nick and Jeremy Iwen; and the mother of his son Sherry Buhr.
Family and friends will gather at St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Forestville, Friday, November 3, 2023 from 9:00 AM until the time of services at 12:00 PM with Rev. Dr. Christopher Jackson officiating. Burial to follow in the church cemetery.
The Schinderle Funeral Home was entrusted with the arrangements for Kevin and his family.
Express you sympathy, memories and pictures on Kevin's tribute page at www.schinderlefuneralhome.com
