Marvin Kamke Obituary
Marvin Kamke, age 85, passed away on October 6, 2025.
Marvin was born on March 21, 1940 in Marathon, WI to Marvin Kamke and Delores Kamke. Marvin married Betty Kamke of Rothschild, Wisconsin on October 1, 1966 in Viroqua, WI. In 1961 he joined the Air Force. In Marvins free time he enjoyed: woodworking, tinkering with many projects, fixing old radios, caring for his lawn, and spending time with his family and friends.
Marvin is survived by his wife: Betty Kamke, (2)Children: David (Jennifer) Kamke, and Kate (John) Salzmann. (5) Grandchildren: Jackson (Alida), Aaron, Andre, Alex, and Aspen. Great-Granddaughter: Elena. Brother: Robert (Mary) Kamke. Sister: Ruth (Marty) Baumgartner. Brother-in-law: Roger (Deb) McDowell and many other nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents. Brother: Bud Kamke. SIster: Yvonne (Carl) Antell.
Funeral Mass will be held on October 17, 2025 at 11:00 AM at St. Mark Catholic Church (Address) Fr. Janusz Kowalski officiating. Visitation will be held on October 17, 2025 from 10:00 AM until the hour of service at the church.
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302 Spruce St, Wausau, WI 54401
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