Keith J. Ziehl, Kaukauna, age 53, died unexpectedly Monday May 20, 2013. He was born in Appleton on February 27, 1960 to Le Roy and Beverly (Schneider) Ziehl. Keith was a graduate of Hortonville High School. He married Brenda Van Groll on July 24, 1993 at St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church in Little Chute. Keith enjoyed repairing small engines and was a race fan. He also liked to play Monopoly and took the game very seriously. Keith was a driver for Van's Septic Service. He will be warmly remembered for his great sense of humor.

Keith is survived by his wife of almost 20 years, Brenda; mother, Beverly Ziehl; siblings: Barb (Joe) Lemmers, Brian (Patti) Ziehl, Kathy Ziehl and Brenda (Dave) Holz; mother-in-law, Mary Van Groll; and brothers and sisters-in-law: Dan (Caroll), Dave (Ellen) and Brian (Tina) Van Groll. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Keith was preceded in death by his father, Le Roy Ziehl; and father-in-law, Marv Van Groll.

Visitation will be held Wednesday May 22, 2013 at O'CONNELL FUNERAL HOME (1776 E. Main St. Little Chute) from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Visitation will continue Thursday May 23, 2013 at ST. JOHN NEPOMUCENE CATHOLIC CHURCH (323 S. Pine St. Little Chute) beginning at 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass at 11:00 p.m. The Rev. Ronald Belitz will officiate. Committal St. John Cemetery. To sign the guest book, please visit oconnellfh.com.