John W. Lemke Obituary
We announce the death of John W. Lemke of Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, who passed away on August 16, 2026, at the age of 88. John will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of John W. Lemke to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Herman Lemke and Edna Lemke (Schumacher); his siblings, Marie Burrow (Harold), Arlene Lemke and Martin Lemke; and his nephew David Burrow.
He is survived by: his wife Elsie Lemke of Oconomowoc; his children, Gail Thiede (Scott) of Reedsburg, Mark Lemke (Melissa) of Sugar Island and Scott Lemke (Shannon) of Ashippun; his grandchildren, Amanda Wagner (Zach), Alyssa Turner (Mike), Emma Lemke, Caleb Lemke, Ava Lemke, Addam Lemke (Nadia Wazir) and Mackenzi Lemke (Colin Larson); his great grandchildren, Milo Wagner, Hank Turner, Max Wagner and Charlie Turner; and his cousin Leroy Schumacher. He is also survived by other relatives and friends.
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