Gene Lavona Lemke Obituary
Gene Lavona Lemke, born on June 8, 1933, passed away on July 2, 2026. Gene leaves behind family members and others who acknowledge this loss. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Gene leaves behind cherished memories for friends, family, and all who had the privilege of knowing her. Gene’s life was marked by connections and experiences that touched those around her. Though she is no longer with us, the moments shared, the laughter, and the support she offered will continue to resonate. All who knew Gene will carry forward her memory in their hearts.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Victor Clair and Gertrude Mary Margaret Lewis (Wortman); her siblings, Gertrude Fly (John), Victor Lewis (Wilma) and James Lewis (Peggy); her daughter Tarrie Lynn Johnson; and her grandson David Turner.
She is survived by: her husband Dennis Lemke of Visalia; her sister Lorene Clark (John) of Exeter; and her children, Marilyn Thompson of Visalia, Bryon Boswell (Brenda) of Placerville and James Pinyan (Julie) of Gerber, CA. She is also survived by 11 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, 5 great great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.
