Wayne Paholke Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Wayne Paholke (Fallon, Nevada), born in Oconto Falls, Wisconsin, who passed away on March 2, 2026 at the age of 86. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Walter Carl Paholke and Eleanor Schmidt Paholke; his wife Gail Harrigan; and his brother-in-law Gary Harrigan. He is survived by: his children, Kurt Paholke (Renae) of Fallon, Kim Manha (Mike) of Fallon and Kory Paholke (Julie) of Sparks; his grandchildren, Karina Paholke Davis (Jacob), Jordan Paholke, Gray Paholke and Ella Paholke; his great grandchildren, Elise Davis and Kyler Davis; his sister Janis Schumacher (Bill); and his nieces and nephews, Brian Schumacher (Amy) of Minnesota, Brett Schumacher (Amy) of Minnesota, Tracy Pagni (Terry Richardson), Leslie Bell Christenson, Mike Harrigan (Cindy) and Mitch Harrigan (Beverly). He is also survived by several great nieces, great nephews, and cousins.

Memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choice in Wayne's name.