Obituaries

DeForest –Anna L. “Ann” Lemke, age 77, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 6, 2022. She was born on February 17, 1945 in LaCrosse, WI the daughter of Palmer and Alma (Sheets) Larson. She was united in marriage to John W. Lemke in LaCrosse, WI. Ann loved providing childcare and especially loved caring for her grandchildren. Ann is survived by her four daughters: Dawn Lemke, Kim (Jon) Lund, Jodie (Bob) Schwenn and Patty (Bob) Tidwell; three grandchildren, Alex Villafranco, Anna Schwenn and Morgan Tidwell; Jim (Mary) Larson and Palmer “Butch” (Ruth Ann) Larson; and many other relatives and friends.She was preceded in death by her husband, John and her parents.A celebration of Ann’s life will be held from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Monday, June 13, 2022 at Ryan Funeral Home, 6924 Lake Road, DeForest. Ann wanted it to be a true celebration, please wear bright colors and Ann’s favorite color was pink. Private Burial services will follow at Norway Grove Cemetery, DeForest.To view and sign this guestbook, please visit: www.ryanfuneralservice.com.