Kadin C Ahler

Kadin Charles Ahler, born June 15th, 2003, age 22, found forever peace on September 22, 2025.

He was a resident and graduate of Cashton High School in Cashton, Wisconsin. His family was so proud of him for recently graduating from Viterbo University with his Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration—Accounting, while interning at Marine Credit Union.

During high school, Kadin was recognized multiple times for his drive and work ethic, which earned him many substantial scholarships. His success was fueled by his desire to make his dad and family proud, and that speaks volumes about the man he was.

If you knew Kadin, you know he was borderline genius, which also showed up in his gaming skills. What started with a simple Sonic game as a kid quickly became a lifelong passion that led him to be ranked among the top players in the United States—an achievement he took seriously and worked hard to maintain.

In the last couple of years, Kadin’s drive, work ethic, and self-discipline carried over into his health and his confidence. He tirelessly worked and educated himself to reach the goals he set out for himself.

To know Kadin is to love Kadin. He had a light and a personality that one could not forget. Kadin had a way of truly seeing you in ways most people simply couldn’t. He showed up, and he listened—really listened—to every single word you said. It was evident how authentic his soul was, how pure his love was, and how deeply his heart poured out for every person around him.

Kadin showed up as everyone’s biggest fan, wanting nothing but the absolute best for those he cherished—and even for those he had only just crossed paths with. He left a mark and an impact on every heart blessed enough to be in his presence. To say Kadin will be missed is a gross understatement. He will be mourned, longed for, and countless souls will forever count down the seconds until they can once again feel the embrace of one of his bear hugs.

As Kadin’s family, if you are moved to do anything in his honor, we only ask this: show up like Kadin in this complicated world. Show up with a big heart. Put others before yourself. Tell people you love them. Show compassion. Educate yourself. Make someone laugh. Dial the number, even if you don’t know what to say. Talk too much and too often. Leave traces of love and yourself everywhere you go.

Remember that everyone is carrying burdens we know nothing about—big or small. If you have the chance to lighten someone’s load, do it. Spread love and positivity. If someone is on your heart, call them. If you think someone looks beautiful, tell them. If you see a mother at the store doing her best, remind her she’s doing great. If you’re proud of a coworker for getting sober, let them know. Don’t let love or encouragement go unsaid.

Kadin’s family was one of beautiful uniqueness—as though hand-chosen along the way. He is remembered with endless love by his father, Steve Ahler; his sisters, Stephanie (Tyson) Gullicksrud, Paige (Jordan) Kerska, Ashley Pomeroy, Shawna Pomeroy, Allie Pomeroy, and Kara Pomeroy; his nephews, Isaac Gullicksrud, Eli Gullicksrud, Zachary Halling, and Andrew Radar; and his nieces, Evelynn Pomeroy, Kinslee Jones, Layla Davis, Brea Davis, Natalie Pomeroy, Charley Bos, and Riley Bos.

Kadin was also deeply cared for by Robin Ahler, who held a special motherly role in his life, as well as Wade and Teresa Pulham and their family. He shared a lifelong bond of brotherhood with Jeremiah Zimmerman and Levi Kneifl.

He was preceded in death by his aunt, Tina Pomeroy; his maternal grandmother, Sheila Pomeroy; his Nana, Mary Ahler; his Papa, Charles Ahler; and his paternal grandmother, Shirley Ahler-Hankins.

A celebration of Kadin’s beautiful life will be held on November 2, 2025 at the Cashton Community Hall in Cashton, WI. Starting at noon with a small service at 1 p.m. Afterwards there will be food and refreshments.

Online condolences may be offered at www.schanhoferfh.com.

Lanham-Schanhofer Funeral Home and Cremation, Sparta, is assisting the family with arrangements.

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