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Joeleen E. Wilke

1940 - 2014

BORN

1940

DIED

2014

FUNERAL HOME

Molthen-Bell & Son Funeral Home

700 Milwaukee Ave

South Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Joeleen Wilke Obituary

Wilke, Joeleen E. (Nee Vass ) Ascended to Heaven on Thursday, July 31, 2014, at the age of 73 years, to be reunited with Daniel Vass, Casimir Brill, and Nettie (Brill) Vass. Cherished and dearest mother of Scott (Gail) Wilke, Brenda (Chris) Johnson, Kristine (Tony) Wilke-Oliden, and Mark Wilke. Sister to Doreen (Gene Kieckler) Hurtabise. Proud grandmother of Amanda and Elizabeth Wilke. Also survived by nieces and other great-grandchildren. Interment Holy Sepulcher Cemetery on Friday, August 8, 2014 at 10:00AM. Meet at cemetery gate.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Aug. 3, 2014.

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G. Renier

August 7, 2014

I'm so sorry for your loss.

Karyn Richards

August 6, 2014

Kris, You have my sincere condolences on the loss of your mom. Keeping you and your family in my prayers.

Brenda Johnson

August 6, 2014

Mom,
I can't believe that you are gone. Nothing will ever fix the ache in my heart -- not until we are together again. You will be missed so very much by so many. Your kindness and generosity touched many people. Thank you for all the sacrifices you made to help your loved ones. No one will ever be able to fill those tiny size 5 shoes but YOU!
Say "hi" to Dad, Grandma & Grandpa.
I miss you so much!
I WILL ALWAYS, ALWAYS LOVE YOU!
XOXO,
Brenda

Karen Yates

August 6, 2014

Kris, I am deeply sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

cheryl seward

August 6, 2014

So sorry Kris for the loss of your mother. Your heart is heavy I'm sure,I pray you find comfort in your memories and hold on to your faith. We never know God's plans for us all we can do is trust in him. If you need anything let me know praying for you!

Lenny

August 5, 2014

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Gail Maticek

August 5, 2014

Dear Brenda and Chris,
'My prayers and thoughts for you...
Remember she will always be with
you...
Though the earth she has left...
In God's safe arms.....rest...
Peaceful....
Your mom in your hearts forever...'

Love and deepest sympathy,
Auntie Gail

Lynn Kortright

August 4, 2014

Kris and family, my deepest sympathy goes to all of you. It is hard to lose a parent but remember all the good times you've had with her and take things one day at a time. She will be missed by many.

Kris Wilke-Oliden

August 4, 2014

Mom,
I'm missing you every second of every day that goes by! I tried to take care of you the best I could, but I know now that you are at peace. You will always be with my heart and soul. I'm going to miss our talks every day/night. Love you so much!!
Your daughter Kris

August 4, 2014

Dear Scott, Brenda, Kris and Mark.

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you and to your families.

Your cousin and family in St. Louis, MO ~ Vicki Hurtubise-Stewart, Steve Stewart and Sarah Stewart

August 4, 2014

Dear Brenda & Chris
Please know your Mother, you and your entire family are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless you during this sad time.
Bob & Pam Somers

Bob & Pamela Somers

August 4, 2014

Dear Brenda, Chris and the Wilke Family,
The loss of your mother will leave a void that cannot be filled... but take solace in the thought that our parents never really leave us. They will always be there.

With Love and Condolence

August 4, 2014

Dear Wilke Family,
My deepest sympathy to you in your time of loss. Your mother was such a wonderful lady. I would be so happy to come in and see her name on the schedule for a dental cleaning. She would just light up our office. I enjoyed getting to know her the 14 years I've been here. We would talk about gardening and I would get tips from her all of the time. She would bring in those wonderful tomatoes for us to enjoy. My favorite were the black cherry tomatoes. I'm sure going to miss her beautiful smiling face every 6 months. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Sincerely,
Sarah Cecchini
Dr. Foley's Office &
Bright Smiles Family Dentistry

Sarah Cecchini

August 4, 2014

Dear Wilke Family,
My deepest sympathy to you in your time of loss. Your mother was such a wonderful lady. I would be so happy to come in and see her name on the schedule for a dental cleaning. She would just light up our office. I enjoyed getting to know her the 14 years I've been here. We would talk about gardening and I would get tips from her all of the time. She would bring in those wonderful tomatoes for us to enjoy. My favorite were the black cherry tomatoes. I'm sure going to miss her beautiful smiling face every 6 months. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Sarah Cecchini
Dr. Foley's Office &
Bright Smiles Family Dentisty

Tony, Marie (Schultz) and Kyle Gutierrez

August 3, 2014

Scott, Brenda, Kris and Mark, Please know our hearts are with you. I wish there was something we could say or do to fill the emptiness in your hearts. All we can do is say a prayer for you and your families. Love,

August 3, 2014

Dear Brenda, Scott, Kristine and Mark: Knowing your wonderful mom was a gift. I am so lucky that our paths crossed in this life. It is so difficult to loose such a sweet mom and I pray that you will all find some peace in knowing that she is safe in God's loving arms. The world has lost a gentle lady; but love never dies and she will live forever in your hearts. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Sincerely,
Bonnie Clemence

Scott and Gail Wilke

August 3, 2014

Mom,
You will be deeply missed,never forgotten,and in our hearts forever.
XOXOXO Love Scott and Gail

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