Philip Kastner, age 91, of Mauston, Wisconsin passed away on Tuesday, March 17, 2020 at his residence with his loving family by his side.

Funeral services will be held Sunday, March 22, 2020 at 3:00 P.M. at the Conway-Picha Funeral Home in Lyndon Station, Wisconsin with Chaplain Chris Thorne officiating. Burial will be at Evergreen Cemetery near Dallas, Wisconsin. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Sunday from 1:00 p.m. until the time of service at 3:00 p.m.

Philip was born January 22, 1929 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania the son of Philip and Anna (Merk) Kastner. He grew up in Philadelphia, enlisted into the Navy, and while at Great Lakes Naval Base he met Joan Blyton. They married in August of 1951. He served aboard the U.S.S. Charles P. Cecil destroyer. Following an honorable discharge Philip returned to Chicago and drove semi for over 40 years, with over 4 million miles of safe driving. In 1968 he and Joan moved to rural Mauston, where they have lived since. Phil enjoyed hobby farming with beef cattle and attending garage sales and auctions with his wife. He was known for his trucker/sailor sense of humor and ability to make friends with anybody.

Philip is survived by his wife, Joan; sons, Philip "Skip" (Lynne) Kastner, Mark (Shari) Kastner; daughters, Sherrie (Don) Palm; daughter in law, Teresa Kastner; brother, John Kastner; sister, Phyllis (Vincent) Pennetti; 7 grandchildren, Jason, Brenda, Erik, Brian, Brad, Nicolas, Mariah, and numerous great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Robert and brother, Robert.

The coronavirus, which everyone should be aware of, needs to be respected and addressed with very diligent attention and precaution. Normally at funerals and related visitation periods, it is normal and customary to hug and shake hands, to share grief. With the utmost sincerity, we must refrain from personal contact and maintain a safe distance from others to prevent further spreading of the coronavirus until this is under control. With everyone's cooperation, this challenging time will pass and we can return to normal. If attendance at the funeral home is questionable, please send an online condolence to the family. That too will be appreciated.