Keith Joseph Heinzen

Keith Joseph Heinzen, age 67, of town of Neva, died February 3, 2022 at his home under the care of Compassus Hospice and his family. Keith was born August 6, 1954 to the late Clinton and Audrey (Kakes) Heinzen. He was a graduate of Antigo High School class of 1972. He also attended the University of Wisconsin –Madison agriculture short course. On August 20, 1975, Keith was united in marriage to Rosemary Kessler at St. Wencel’s Catholic Church in Neva. Keith dairy farmed for many years in the town of Neva. He was a potato inspector and went on to manage the U-W Seed Potato Farm in Rhinelander for 20 years. Keith was a member of St. Wencel’s Catholic Church where he lectured and was an altar server. Keith had a humble and generous nature. He volunteered for 4-H, gave life to others through 50 years of donating blood, and was always a solid support to friends and family. His faith was of upmost importance to him. He continually grew his relationship with the Lord through dedicated prayer and teaching others to pray, including his grandson, Liam. He loved to read and also wrote poetry. He was an avid Packer fan. Survivors in addition to his wife Rosemary, include his children: Leah Rose Heinzen of Madison and Paul (Mary Catherine) Heinzen of Merrill, siblings: Gail (Mike) Matyas of Reno, NV and Mark (Linn) Heinzen of Green Bay, his grandson Liam, mother-in-law Jean Kessler of Antigo, and the Kessler family. He is also survived by his canine companion, Sydney. In addition to his parents, Keith was preceded in death by his father-in-law Joseph Kessler. In lieu of flowers, a memorial will be established in Keith’s name. A funeral mass will be held on Wednesday at 12:00 noon at St. Wencel’s Catholic Church. Reverend Charles Hoffmann, Reverend Grant Thies, and Deacon Andy Bures will officiate. Interment will be in St. Wencel’s Catholic Cemetery.