John T. Dhein, 54, died Thursday morning December 29, 2016 at his home. John left us after a courageous yearlong battle with lung cancer. Born and raised in Kiel, WI, John was the son of the late Daniel & Mildred (Schneider) Dhein. John attended SS Peter & Paul Grade School and Kiel High School. John worked as a salesman most of his adult life.

He is survived by his daughter Mikayla, his loving and loyal dog Marley, five sisters and one brother; Janice (Dick) Fogeltanz, Two Rivers, Nancy (Roger) Wriedt, Madison, Sandy Spradau, Madison, Betty Scharenbroch (Tom Stahl), Fond du Lac, Margie (Kevin) Jones, Sheboygan, his twin brother, Jim (Barb) Dhein, Kiel, sister-in-law, Cheri Dhein, Kiel, and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; Daniel & Mildred Dhein, sister; Carol (Walter) Akright, brother; Tom (Kay) Dhein, infant brother; Daniel Dhein Jr., niece Danielle Dhein, and brother-in-law; Mike Scharenbroch.

To know John was to love him. His heart was huge and he would do anything for his family and friends. Our world will not be the same without him. John enjoyed riding his Harley, Packer games and having fun with his many friends. His door was always open to more friends. His passion in life was his daughter, Mikayla, who he loved and adored. John loved traveling to Mexico with his daughter and his family members.

Funeral services for John will be held at 4:00pm on Monday January 2, 2017 at SS Peter & Paul Catholic Church (413 Fremont St. Kiel) with Deacon Pat Knier officiating. Family and friends may call at the church from 2:00pm on Monday until 3:45pm when we will have brief family rites before the service at 4:00pm.

Special thanks to Unity Hospice along with Dr. Ryan and his assistant Nicole and all the friends and family who helped in so many ways during this difficult time.

John, get on your Harley for you are the leader of the pack and ride through the heavens above until we meet again. Always in our hearts.