Wayne H. Blaschke

1939 - 2017

Blaschke, Wayne H. Of Lake Gogebic, MI passed away peacefully on December 26, 2017, at Aspirus Hospital in Wausau. Beloved husband to Deanna (Gilbertson) of Marenisco, MI for 55 years. Devoted father of Darcy (Drew) Randall of Sussex, WI, and Roxanne Blaschke (Darryl Wnuk) of West Allis, WI. Proud Papa of Alex and Claire Birk. Dear brother of Sandra Blaschke and James (Laurie) Blaschke. He is survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, and many loving friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Ruth (Duchrow) Blaschke, sisters Carol Borko and Margret Grohall. Wayne was born in Milwaukee, WI on August 9, 1939. He graduated from Boys' Tech and was drafted into the US Army where he was a signal corpsman stationed in Germany. Upon returning, Wayne joined the Milwaukee Fire Department where he proudly served over 30 years. He retired to the beautiful Lake Gogebic where he enjoyed many years of fishing and hunting with his brother-in-law and good friend Mark Whitley. Wayne enjoyed watching golf and his beloved Green Bay Packers. Wayne continued his service as a volunteer with the Lake Gogebic Fire Department. Wayne and Dee enjoyed spending winters in Mexico, traveling the country, and making many friends along the way. Visitation Friday, January 5, 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM, Schaff Funeral Home, 5920 W. Lincoln Ave. West Allis. Service at 4:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorials appreciated to the American Legion Post 215. A second memorial will be held in spring at Lake Gogebic.