"Richard J. Zabolocky on July 4,2019 So sorry to hear that my baseball buddy has circled the bases for the last time. My sincere heart goes out to his wife Joanne and the rest of the Kemp family. May God have mercy on your kind sole. You will be deeply missed."
In loving memory of
Roy Kemp, Sr.
December 8, 1961 - June 25, 2019
Roy Kemp Sr., of White Lake, died Tuesday, June 25, 2019, at his home after a courageous battle with cancer. He was 57 years old. He was born on December 8, 1961, in Japan, a son of Walter and Daisy (Byers) Kemp.
Roy was raised in Avon, Illinois and moved to White Lake in 1987. He married Joanne Skorie on September 2, 1987.
Roy was a loving husband, proud father and grandfather. He enjoyed grilling, cooking, golfing, fishing, camping, playing softball and watching the NFL.
In addition to his wife Joanne, he is survived by a son, Roy (Stephanie) Kemp Jr. of Mountain; daughter, Rebecca Jo Kemp of White Lake; four grandchildren, Calan Jo Kemp, Aurora Mae Richardson, Lanna Lee Jesse and Charlie Jo Kemp; brother, Walter LaVerne Kemp, Jr. of Antigo; sister, Belinda (Randy) Spanbauer of Antigo; and his mother-in-law, Bernadine Skorie of White Lake.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter Kemp and Daisy Radke; and father-in-law, Joe Skorie.
A funeral service will be held on Monday, July 1, 2019, at 11 a.m. at St. Matthew Lutheran Church, White Lake with Rev. Kelly Smith officiating. Burial will take place in Langlade Cemetery.
Visitation will be Sunday, June 30 at the Bradley Funeral Home from 3 to 7 p.m. with a prayer service at 6:30 p.m. Visitation will also be held Monday at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of service.
Tributes
"My deepest sympathy goes to Roy's family. Trust that he is in a place of peace and no pain. I will always remember his smile and conversations. He was a special person. "
"Joanne, Roy, Becca, and family... We extend our sincere condolences and prayers during this difficult time. Roy was one of a kind. A man full of dignity, integrity, respect, and kindness. He will be greatly missed. I will miss sharing conversation and cocktails with my birthday buddy. Godspeed, Roy. Love and blessings to all. May God wrap you in his loving arms and provide you with peace and comfort. Please let me know if there is anything you need. Always here for you all. With love and friendship...Odessa and family"
"Prayers for the Family and Friends of Roy that the Lord Jesus will give them peace and heal their hearts at this sad time"
"I am so sorry to hear of Roys passing. I have fond memories of us going to school and hanging out. God bless the family"