Melvin "Mike" Meilicke

Melvin "Mike" Meilicke obituary, Eagle River, WI

Melvin "Mike" Meilicke

Melvin Meilicke Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Gaffney-Busha Funeral Home & Alpha Crematory on Nov. 15, 2025.

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Melvin "Mike" Meilicke passed away on November 10, 2025 at Milestone Senior Living in Eagle River, WI. He was 98 years old, the son of Clement and Helen Meilicke. On August 23, 1955, he married Roxane Radford in Oshkosh, WI. They lived in Sheboygan, WI for 42 years before moving to the family lake home at Crystal Lake, Wautoma, WI.
Most of Mike's working years were spent as a corrugated box salesman for Georgia Pacific. He loved gathering with family and friends. He enjoyed fly fishing, skiing, woodworking and motorhoming. Volunteerism was in his blood whether it be for church (most recently Grace United Methodist church in Wautoma), Crystal Lake Club or local charities.
He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Eugenia Pope. He is survived by his wife, one daughter Pamela (Gary) Grosshauser, one son Curtis (Jory) Meilicke, six grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.
A celebration of life will be held in the summer of 2026.
Memorials can be sent to the Carbone Cancer Center, 600 Highland Ave, Madison, WI 53792, or to a charity of your choice.

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November 17, 2025

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November 15, 2025

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Judie Batterman

November 17, 2025

The most beautiful, caring couple I have ever known and had the privilege to call my friends. Thanks for the memories. We will miss him! Judie B

Karen and Ira Giese

November 15, 2025

What dear friends Mike and Roxy have been to Karen and myself. We will always treasure those memories. Thanks Mike for all the smiles shared with us over the years. Karen and Ira Giese

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