Judith M. Hernke Obituary
We announce the death of Judith M. Hernke of De Pere, Wisconsin, who passed away on October 5, 2026, at the age of 93. Judith will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Judith will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Judith will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Judith’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She was loved and cherished by many people including: parents: Marie Endries and George & Viola (Hintz) Hernke; husband: Ronald J. Hernke; children: Karen (Dennis) Kolb, Lori (Mike Rothering) Hernke, Susan (Mike) Johnson, David (Jan) Hernke, and Nancy (Roger) Schisel; brothers: Robert "Bob" (Patricia "Pat") Endries, Don (Estelle) Endries, and Ray (Doris) Endries; sister-in-law: Betty (Harvey) Winter; grandchildren: Alyssa Kolb, Andrew (Meghan) Kolb, Zachary (Adrian) Rothering, Corey (Jo) Rothering, Julia Johnson, Ian (Megan) Johnson, Michael Hernke, Matthew (Dinita) Hernke, Michelle Chastain, Heather Chastain, Ryan Hernke, Aaron (Kayla) Hernke, and Nicole Hernke; great-grandchildren: Noah and Ruby Hernke; officiants: Rev. Matt Colle and Deacon Greg Van Thiel; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Visitation will be held on Monday, October 12th 2026 from 1:00 PM to 2:45 PM at the Holy Family Catholic Church (1100 W Ryan St, Brillion, WI 54110). A funeral Mass will be held on Monday, October 12th 2026 at 3:00 PM at the same location.
