Wayne Poenitske Obituary
We are sad to announce that, on January 17, 2026 we had to say goodbye to Wayne Poenitske of Wood River, Illinois. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Edgar A. Poenitske and Norma L. Poenitske (Lindenberg); his stepmother Edna Poenitske; his wife Elaine Helmkamp; his children, Kathryn Losch (Mark) of O' Fallon, MO and Brian Poenitske (Janell) of Fairview Heights; his grandchildren, Anthony Losch, Ryan Poenitske and Sarah Poenitske; and his brother Dennis Poenitske (Carol).
Memorials are suggested to Lutheran Braille Workers or The Lutheran Heritage Foundation.
