Emily Marie Pankow Obituary
With sadness, we share the passing of Emily Marie Pankow of Merrill, Wisconsin. Emily, born on April 25, 1926, passed away on September 5, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Emily Marie Pankow to pay them a last tribute.
Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Emily for her warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While she will be deeply missed, the influence she had on the lives around her remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Emily’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences she brought to the world.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Frank Kuhn and Marie Kuhn (VanErt); her husband James "Jim" Pankow; her granddaughter Susan Pankow; and her son-in-law John Zortman.
She is survived by: her children, Sharon Zortman of Rib Mountain, Wisconsin and Jim Pankow Jr. of Plymouth, Wisconsin; and her grandchildren, Mary Klemm (Rick), Kristine Paul (David), Kathleen Swoboda, Amy Nichols, Aron Pankow (Nicole), Andrew Zortman (Annette) and Jennifer Knispel (Brad). She is also survived by fifteen great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.
