Pam Kuester

Pamela (Pam) Kuester was born on April 11,1965 and found a new home in Heaven on March 25, 2024. Pam lived a beautiful, faithful life in which she touched many souls. She had a way of making her warmhearted and comforting presence known and showed kindness and selflessness to those surrounding her. Her husband, Steve, adored her, and they raised their daughters, Hailey and Emily, to be compassionate and hardworking individuals. She was a hero to many Kindergarten students and impacted their lives through her creative and empathetic style of teaching. Pam was born in Kenosha, WI before moving to Beloit with her parents Bob and Mary Henry, and her sister, Karol. As she grew into a young adult, she attended the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, where she studied Business, and met her best friend of 41 years, Cathy Ley. Beyond college, Pam moved to Green Bay, where she met her husband. After becoming a parent, she grew a passion for working with children, and returned to school at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay and Concordia University respectively, to receive a certification and a master’s degree in the field of education. She worked for the Green Bay area public school district for 16 years as a kindergarten teacher, and had a calling for deeply connecting with students and families, creating a safe and nurturing environment that promoted lifelong learning and friendship. Apart from her career, Pam appreciated time well-spent with family and friends. Friday nights were spent with her daughters and husband, completing their grocery runs and sampling new restaurants. She enjoyed traveling to the west coast to visit her parents and sister and loved the idea of road trips to explore new areas. Locally, she developed close relationships with colleagues who became a second family, and loved to socialize over dinner. In time spent by herself, she developed her garden, where she would grow fresh produce for her family. Reading books in the sunshine was one of her favorite pastimes, and a long walk with her two dogs, Molly and Hannah, was key to making her day that much brighter. Pam was a woman of strength. Through adversity, she never failed to keep a smile on her face, exude positivity, and remain loyal to her religious faith. She was skilled in accepting challenges that came upon her, while instilling optimism and hope in those around her. She was altruistic, always making others feel important and prioritized. She was a supportive and caring mother, wife, daughter, sister, aunt, friend, and educator, who many admired. To her daughters and son-in-law, Brandon, she leaves her compassion, strength, and positivity for the future ahead. To her husband, she leaves everlasting love and companionship. To her extended family, friends, and students, she leaves behind her kindness, altruism, and passion for helping others. Pam will be missed immensely by those surrounding her. On April 13, a service will be held at Peace Lutheran Church in Hobart. Visitation will be from 9-11a.m., with the service to follow. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the National Education Association (https://www.nea.org/join-our-movement/donate). Special thanks to Mayo Clinic, Bellin Health, and Unity Hospice for providing exceptional care throughout Pam’s journey.

Pam Kuester

April 11, 1965 - March 25, 2024