Kevin J. Lewerke

Kevin John Lewerke, 53, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, April 19, 2024. 

A celebration of life visitation was held on Thursday, April 25, from 4-7 p.m., at Ward Van Slyke Colonial Chapel, Clear Lake.

A celebration of life memorial service was held on Friday, April 26, at 10:30 a.m., at Zion Lutheran Church, Clear Lake, with Rev. Derek Crawford officiating. Lunch followed the service on Friday.  Inurnment will take place at a later date.

Kevin John Lewerke was born April 8, 1971, in Mason City, the son of Curtis and Julie (Teunis) Lewerke. Kevin graduated in the class of 1989 from Clear Lake High School, and went on to receive his associate’s degree at North Iowa Area Community College, and his bachelor’s degree in Business Administration at the University of Iowa. 

Kevin was united in marriage to Rebecca “Becky” Dietrich on Aug. 21, 1999. To this union they were blessed with four children, Lincoln, Grant, Ellea, and Greta Lewerke. Kevin worked for Schukei Chevrolet in Mason City, for several years. On Jan. 2, 1997, Kevin joined the family business, Woodharbor, where he worked his way up to Chief Operating Officer.

Kevin was a collector, and especially enjoyed collecting coins, rocks, and shells. He also had a love for antiquing, weight lifting, scuba diving, bird watching, and fishing. Kevin loved spending time with his children, and attended their school, sport, and cheer activities. He had a great sense of humor and even made TikTok videos with his girls! 

Kevin relished his time with his family and made endless memories at their cabin on Beaver Lake, Minn., and on their annual trip to Sanibel Island, Fla. Kevin was a true gentleman, role model to all, and had the biggest heart. He included everyone, was a natural teacher, and loved all creatures big and small! 

Kevin is survived by his wife, Becky Lewerke; children, Lincoln, Grant, Ellea, and Greta Lewerke; parents, Curtis and Julie Lewerke; sisters, Karen Wistrom and Karla (Jason) Parker; mother-in-law, Vickie Dietrich; along with several brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, co-workers, and his beloved pups, Wally, Wanda, and Mabel.

Kevin is preceded in death by his grandparents, Gerald (Doris) Teunis, Elzo (Yvonne) Lewerke; infant sister, Kristie Lewerke; aunt, Ruth Newman; uncles, Dennis and Jon Lewerke.

Ward Van Slyke Colonial Chapel, Clear Lake, is in charge of arrangements.