Kay L. Brunelli

Kay L. Brunelli, 65, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family at the Fond du Lac Lutheran Home on April 23, 2026.

She was born May 3, 1960 in Clintonville, Wisconsin to Ronald and Angie (Heling) Dikeman.

Kay loved to crochet. Every family member received a blanket when they were born, scarves for birthdays, and blankets for weddings. She was also an avid Packer fan.

She liked to help people and spent her working years as a Certified Nursing Assistant. She moved at a fast pace and was always concerned for her patients.

Kay brought a positive attitude to life and all those who were lucky to be in hers. She loved her children and three grandsons with all of her heart. Kay enjoyed spending time at her sister’s cabin up north. She had a special fondness for horses.

She was devoted in her faith. Kay enjoyed bible study, quilting group, and lunch with the church ladies.

Kay is survived by her husband Mark Brunelli; children Shane Brunelli and Tanya (Dan) St. Louis; grandsons Lincoln, Harrison, and Arthur St. Louis; her mother Angie Bodoh; brothers Lee (Lisa) Dikeman and Larry (Kathie) Dikeman; sister Kelli (Ken) Retzleff; very special friend Lisa (Steve) Michels; as well as nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Kay was preceded in death by her father Ronald Dikeman, grandparents Adolph and Florence Heling, brother LeRoy, uncle Larry Heling, two step brothers Rick Bodoh and Jeff Bodoh, and stepfather Royce Bodoh.

Kay’s family invites friends and relatives to a time of visitation on Thursday, April 30, 2026 at Hope Lutheran Church, 260 Vincent Street, Fond du Lac from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. A funeral service will follow the visitation at 4:00 PM.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the family for later use.

Kay’s family would like to give a special thank you to the Commonheart Hospice team, especially Missy, Sarah, and Stephany for their loving care.