Larry Fish

1938 ∼ 2021

Larry “Punka” Fish, 82, of Paris Township, passed away on Wednesday, May 12, 2021, at Aurora Medical Center – Burlington. He was born in Richland Center, on November 29, 1938. On December 12, 1959, he married the love of his life, Mayva Blaha. Larry taught himself how to play the harmonica, guitar, and “the rattle bones”. From 1996-2006, “Punka” drove his ponies Jericho and Kendall, from Kenosha County joining with the wagon train in Richland Center. He was also heavily involved in 4H and was instrumental for starting the small animal auction at the Kenosha Co. Fair. He was known to be a writer, musician, entertainer, and craftsman. He loved gardening, polka music, and building bird houses. “At the end of every rainbow, the bluebird sings its sweet low melody of freshness and comfort.” Survivors include his wife of 61 years, Mayva; five children, Yolanda Fish, Lynette (Dennis) Lessard, Brian (Barb) Fish, Tracy (Don) Fliess, and David (Karen) Fish; grandchildren, Jared (Millie), Ebony, Joel, Mayva (Matt), Amanda, Matthew, Lukas, Myles, Liam, Scott (Britt), and Shauna; and great-grandchildren, Joseph, Elena, Madison, Alexis, and Marcella. He is further survived by other relatives and friends. Visitation will take place on Friday, May 21st, at Kenosha Bible Church, 5405 67th Street, from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service at 10:00a.m. Interment will be private.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th Street Kenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit & Sign Punka’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com

Condolences

Mary Novy Schroeder July 29, 2021
Attended school with Larry until he graduated in 1957. My prayers for peace and comfort to God through Christ for his wife and family. In His Holy Name. Amen
Jo Buttner May 21, 2021
Rode many a mile behind Punka's wagon will miss him deepest sympathy Jo Burdick Buttner
Kathleen Sophia Mattison May 20, 2021
Punka always made the "Good Times" Better....... Telling a story, playing a tune, or just smiling. I always enjoyed riding horse next to his wagon. Gave my some laughable memories and stories to share. Dearly missed. Thanks for the memories💗
Bethadel Johnson May 18, 2021
Sorry to hear of larry pas sing. I think of you people often.beth Johnson pns
Tom, Debbie May 17, 2021
Deepest sympathies to all of you during these times. Hold on to all of the good memories.
Laura Knudsen May 17, 2021
My sincere condolences. I enjoyed working with Larry in PT and all his stories , songs, and jokes. God bless.
Michael Arbet May 17, 2021
I wanted to add condolences to the whole Fish family. Larry was "one of a kind", but in the dearest way possible. We always enjoyed a visit from Larry at our farm. Through the years Mr. and Mrs. Fish kept in touch with my parents and believe me when I tell you that their contact was much appreciated. Growing up on the farm was enriched by people exactly like the Fish's - kind, fun and not too busy to spend a few minutes "catching up" on local news. Wonderful man sure to have left many memories.Rest in peace. Mike Arbet
Julie Foulk May 14, 2021
I met Punka over 20 years ago on the Richland Wagon Train. He was a talented man..playing the bones,harmonica or building something. Even a good cook and always had a beverage for us thirsty people. He showed respect to mankind, his horses and especially loved children. He truly will be missed by so many. My deepest sympathy to his family. ❤️