The man who created the world-renowned Whistling Straits Golf Course and served as the CEO of the Kohler Company has passed away.
Herbert V. Kohler Jr. was 83 when he drew his final breath on Saturday (September 3rd).
He was the man in charge of the Kohler Company for 43 years before handing the reigns to his son David Kohler in 2015.
Over that 43-year span, Kohler grew the company from a $133 million operation to a multi-billion-dollar corporation that neared $6 billion in annual revenue when he retired.
He also was a big part of promoting golf in our state, as he was responsible for the construction of Whistling Straits and Blackwolf Run.
Private services will be held, but the company will hold a tribute to Kohler at a later date for associates.
