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John Goeke Obituary
November 7, 1966 - May 29, 2025
John Peter Goeke of rural Viroqua joined his precious Savior Thursday, May 29, 2025, surrounded by his family.
John's deep love for his Lord drove him to live his life loving and serving Christ and others through the power of the Holy Spirit.
John was born to Robert and Erika Goeke November 7, 1966. He was born and raised in suburban Chicago where he moved through school quickly, continuing to college at age 16. During that time he met his treasured wife Virginia. Upon graduating from Bradley University they ventured to Denver and were married June 18, 1988. Returning to Chicago area in 1990 and eventually falling in love with Driftless Wisconsin where they began farming and raising their family in 1994. Bringing their highly diverse products weekly to Dane County farmers market for the last 29 years.
John had enjoyed many different career paths from sous Chef to mailman, and about everything in between. When not on the farm you could find him over the stove top, holding his grand-baby, in the bleachers of Sylvan's sports games, biking and playing chess with David. He shared the gospel diligently with his wife by his side. Working with Gideons International & the abolition of abortion movement has brought them to many states and situations. Most recently he made a trip to D.C. with his son David.
John is survived by his wife, Virginia; sons, Sylvan (Breanna and granddaughter, Alayna) and David; brother, Robert; niece, Ellie; and nephew, Robbie (and family).
John was preceded in death by his daughters, Seraphina, Grace, and Rebecca; and his parents.
John loved deeply, and will be missed by many.
A Funeral Service will be held Friday, June 6, 2025, at 3 p.m. at the Viroqua Church of Christ. A visitation will be held from 12 p.m. until time of service. A meal to follow.
Roth Family Cremation Center and Funeral Services
S3611 Duncan Lane
Viroqua, WI 54665
(608)634-3611
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Dearest Virginia, I'm thinking of you and your family and sending you much love. Holding you close, Jane
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