September 30, 1937 – February 6, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael Julian Daoust, who departed this life on Friday, February 6, 2026, at the age of 88. Born on September 30, 1937, to the late Julian and Thelma in Huntington, West Virginia.
On August 12, 1961, in Ashland, he was united in marriage to Barbara King. Shortly thereafter, in 1962, he and his wife moved to Kenosha, WI. He was the proud owner of Daoust Refrigeration, where he applied his expertise and commitment to excellence in the HVAC industry. Mike was an avid Green Bay Packer fan and enjoyed camping and traveling with his family.
Mike is survived by his children, Jeffrey (Tammi) Daoust of Port Charlotte, Susan (David Rank) Daoust of Caledonia, and Mary (Dave Ducato) Kroes of Kenosha; his grandchildren, Ashley Daoust, Julie (Justin) Wesenick, Andrea (Eric) Schmidt, Jordan Reener, Megan (Brandon) VanArk, Daniel (Julie) Malsch, Shane (Allison Gritzuk) Daoust, Alyssa Daoust, Nick Kroes, Jared Daoust, daughter-in-law Raffaelina, fifteen great grandchildren; his sisters-in-law; Beatrice, Patricia and Marylee Daoust, extended family and friends. In addition to his parents, Michael was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara; his son, Michael; his great-grandson, Jacob Stang; and his brothers, David, Daniel, and Chris Daoust.
The service may be viewed via livestream on the following link: facebook.com/PiaseckiFuneralHome/live/. You do not need Facebook to watch. Entombment will be held in Sunset Ridge Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial remembrances to Alz.org would be appreciated.
A special thanks to the staff at Oakridge Care Center, Union Grove, WI, for their compassionate care.
Visitation
DATE:
February 13, 2026, from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
LOCATION:
Piasecki Funeral Home
3720 39th Ave, Kenosha, WI
Memorial Service
DATE:
February 13, 2026, at 3:00 pm
LOCATION:
Piasecki Funeral Home
3720 39th Ave, Kenosha, WI 53144
