Reata Kersten

With solemn reverence, we commemorate Reata Kersten (Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin), whose life came to an end on March 5, 2026 at the age of 81, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her father Bernard Arnoldy; her husband David Kersten; her mother Orvilla Arnoldy (Lee); her in-laws, DeForest and Belva Kersten; her siblings, Roger Arnoldy, Renea Arnoldy and Rebecca Kwidzinski; and her brother-in-law Alan Norman.

She is survived by: her daughter Nicole Lavold (Matt); her grandchildren, Drew and Mason; her daughter Krista Potter (Jeremy); her grandchildren, Avery and Isabelle; her brother Richard Arnoldy (Jeanne); and her siblings-in-law, Deneen Norman, Bonnie Arnoldy, Douglas Kersten (Patti), Brian Kersten (Julie) and Harry Kwidzinski. She is also survived by several nieces, nephews, dear friends.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 17th 2026 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Our Lady Queen of Heaven Catholic Church (750 10th Ave S, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495). A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, March 17th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Susan G. Komen in memory of Reata Kersten.