Gene Dopke Obituary
We bid farewell to Gene Dopke (Algoma, Wisconsin), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on April 22, 2026 at the age of 80. Gene touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though Gene may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the echoes of his kindness, the warmth of his embrace, and the light of his enduring love.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Grace Dopke (Bothe) and Wallace Dopke; and his sister Kay. He is survived by: his wife Jill Dopke (Zirk); his former wife Nancy; his daughter Candee Wawrzynkiewicz (TJ); his grandchild Haylee; his son Troy Dopke; his grandchild Morgan; his sister Carole Hannaman; and his mother-in-law Betty Jean Zirk. He is also survived by nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held on Saturday, May 16th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Schinderle Funeral Home & Cremation Services (1600 Schinderle Ln, Algoma, WI 54201). A funeral service was held on Saturday, May 16th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
