Mark Wilke

Mark Wilke

December 28, 1952 - February 12, 2024

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Mark Steven Wilke, age 71, passed away on February 12, 2024, after a brief illness. He was born on December 28, 1952, to Robert and Patricia (Joyce) in Burlington, WI. Mark married Janice Medearis on September 25, 1976, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Burlington, WI.

Mark was an avid reader and enjoyed listening to music and cheering on his favorite Wisconsin sports teams. Family was very important to Mark, and he was an exceptional father, husband, and human being. Mark embodied the best of qualities: unconditional love and an amazing sense of humor that he shared with all who were lucky enough to know him.

Mark is survived by his wife, Jan; children, Ben (Pam) Wilke, Chris (Kayla) Wilke; siblings, Mike (Diane) Wilke, twin sister Melissa Meier, Teresa (Dan) Oved, Tom (Libby) Wilke; in-laws Linda (John) Ryan, Frank (Terry) Ryan, Jill (Bob) Wetzler, Michele (Gene) Nygro, Dave (Kate) Medearis, Jim Medearis, and many other nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Patricia and Robert; brother, Joe; sister, Roberta; sister-in-law, Terry.

Mark will be deeply missed by his friends and family. The family appreciates your support during this difficult time and asks that you make contributions to our memorial fund in lieu of flowers and contribute by sharing memories of our beloved Mark on our memorial website. https://gofund.me/f1a8e084

A Celebration of Mark’s Life will be held later.

To view and sign this guestbook, please visit: www.ryanfuneralservice.com.

Ryan Funeral Home & Cremation Services

5701 Odana Road

608-274-1000

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Matthew Armstrong
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Matthew Armstrong planted 5 trees in memory of Mark Steven Wilke . - February 21, 2024
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Michele Nygro
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Our deepest sympathy to the whole family. We will always remember Mark as a loving, kind and gentle man. We were blessed to have him as part of our extended family. He will be truly missed. Gene and Michele
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Mary Peterson
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Our very deepest sympathy to you, Jan, as well as Ben and Chris. Mark was an exceptional human being, always kind and caring. May your wonderful memories comfort you. Be assured he made his mark in this world; his spirit will live on in all the lives he touched. Rest in peace Mark. From Jeff and Mary Peterson
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Mo Foley Klug
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As part of the neighborhood group when we were young Mark's nickname was Gomer. He was a truly great guy, kind and caring and treated everyone as if they were his best friend. A wicked sense of humor mixed with a good heart and a strong loyalty is how I remember him. Rest in peace, old friend. 💜

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