Lyle Herbert Krull, 89, of Birnamwood, died on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, at his home under the care of his family and Compassus Hospice.

Lyle was born on April 20, 1935, in the town of Aniwa, the son of Herbert and Norma (Gast) Krull. He graduated from Birnamwood High School in 1953 where he played on the state basketball team. He also holds the record for most runs scored in the state baseball tournament in 1953 and the record still stands. He was the first of three generations to make it to the state tournament.

On October 15, 1955, Lyle was united in marriage to Eleanor 'LaVonne' Green in Birnamwood. She survives.

Lyle worked for Hatley Veneer for 11 years, Wisconsin Power and Light for a year and Wick Buildings for 40+ years building many beautiful and award-winning buildings. He was awarded many Dealer of the Year awards and was inducted into the Wick Building Hall of Fame in 2004, an accomplishment he was very proud of.

Lyle was a member of the Birnamwood Fire Department, Homme Home of Wittenberg Board, the Church Council and the Birnamwood Village Board. He was instrumental in bringing a doctor to Birnamwood. He also was part of Civil Defense.

Lyle loved going to Hodag Country Music Festival and spending time at their camper. He also loved visiting with his grand and great-grandchildren, especially watching them play sports. They all held a special place in his heart.

Lyle is survived by his wife of 68 years, LaVonne; children, Paula (Ron) Sopiarz of Mosinee, Peter (Sharon) Krull of Marshall and Chris (Shirlyn) Krull of Birnamwood; he is also survived by his grandchildren, Cory (Sarah), Ashley (Neal), Brittany (Mario), Becky (Shane), Jon (Beth), Jeremy (Lindsay), Nick (Taylor), Corey (Heather), Matthew (Robyn), and Tyler (Kelly); and his great-grandchildren; Sydney, Sam, Axle, Vincent, Keegan, Karson, Stella, Beckett, Kipton, Chase, Colt, Crew, Cooper, Harper, Levi, Everett, Carter, and Camden, as well as many other relatives and friends.

Lyle was preceded in death by his parents and a daughter, Stacy and in-laws, Walter and Ella Green.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, June 29, 2024, at Trinity Lutheran Church, Birnamwood. Mr. Jim Hartleben will officiate. Burial will be in Forest Cemetery, Birnamwood. Visitation will be on Friday from 4PM to 7PM at Schmidt & Schulta Funeral Home in Birnamwood and again on Saturday, from 9am until the time of service at the church. Memories and messages of support may be shared at schmidtschulta.com.