Vernon P Voelzke's obituary , Passed away on November 11, 2025 in Brookings, South Dakota

Vernon P Voelzke

June 23, 1934 - November 11, 2025 (91 years old)

Brookings, South Dakota

Vernon P Voelzke's obituary , Passed away on November 11, 2025 in Brookings, South Dakota

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Rude's Funeral Home

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Vernon P Voelzke

June 23, 1934 - November 11, 2025 (91 years old)

Brookings, South Dakota

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Vernon P Voelzke Obituary

The world bids farewell to Vernon P Voelzke of Brookings, South Dakota, departing on November 11, 2025 at the age of 91. Vernon leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Vernon P Voelzke to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Paul Voelzke and Marie Voelzke (Janssen). He is survived by: his grandson Greg; his former wife Gretchen Frank; his wife Cathrene Drews; his friend Vern; his siblings, Marjorie Krcil, Harry Voelzke, Gladys Harder and Vergie Asper (Al); his daughters, Tamara Forsyth (Maury) of Brookings, SD, Cheryl Aschland of Atlanta, GA, Holly Paulson (John) of Sioux Falls, SD and Gina Lynch of Lake City, MN; and his grandchildren, Riley Forsyth, Zachary Paulson, Nicolas Paulson (Hayley), Adam Paulson, Angela Paulson, Gregory Banaszynski and Mitchell Banaszynski.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to South Dakota State University, First Lutheran Church of Brookings, or a charity of your choice.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Rude's Funeral Home



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Nov 16

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Rude's Funeral Home
105 W 8th St S, Brookings, SD 57006

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Nov 17

Funeral service

First Lutheran Church
337 8th St, Brookings, SD 57006

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