Richard R. Wilke, 74, of Watertown, passed away on Sunday, October 27, 2024, at Bedrock in Watertown.
Richard was born on July 27, 1950, in Columbus, the son of Roy and Verna (Reige) Wilke. He attended Waterloo High School. He worked for over 27 years as a welder at Crepaco in Lake Mills. In Richard’s free time he was an avid hunter and fisherman.
Richard is survived by his daughters Sheila Baumann and Dr. Brenda Danielson, grandchildren Emma, Liliana, and Isabella. Siblings Daniel (Jean Bonham) Wilke, Donald Wilke, Suzette (Roger) Fischer, and Nancy Raffety. He is also survived by a number of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00am on Thursday, November 7, 2024, at Washington Cemetery in the Town of Portland with Rev. James Adomeit presiding.
Thursday, November 7, 2024
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