Henke, Janet T.

Janet T. Henke, age 81, of 1350 River Run Drive, Wisconsin Rapids, WI finally made her glorious journey home to share the glories in heaven with her love and husband, Everett; passing away on Wednesday, January 21, 2015 at Riverview Hospital, Wisconsin Rapids, WI

Funeral Services are 11:00 AM Saturday, January 24, 2015 at St. Luke's Lutheran Church, Wisconsin Rapids, WI. Rev. Paul Tonn and Rev. Timothy Wenger will officiate. Visitation will be held at St. Luke's Lutheran Church on Saturday from 9:30-11:00 AM. Burial will be at Restlawn Memorial Park. Ritchay Funeral Home in Wisconsin Rapids, WI is assisting the family.

Janet was born January 10, 1934 in Milwaukee, WI to Walter and Theobelle (Boldt) Genis. She married Everett E. Henke on October 24, 1953 at St. Luke's Lutheran Church in Wisconsin Rapids, WI. He preceded her in death on September 4, 2013.

Janet was grateful for the love and support of her family, friends and many caregivers during her journey. Janet's passions and patience were very evident in her active and enduring love for her family, friends and community. She was active at St. Luke's Church and some local community groups for many years. She encouraged her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren and many others to enjoy her passions. Janet was proud of her family through the many years. She was also eternally grateful to so many who had tended to her care throughout the years.

Janet is survived by three children, Gary (Sandy) Henke of Wisconsin Rapids, WI, Ken Henke of Wisconsin Rapids, WI and Shari (Jeff) Schulz of Greenfield, WI; seven grandchildren, Lisa (Jacob) Graf, Amy (Nic) Weiler, Craig Henke, Heather Henke, Sarah Schulz, Hannah Schulz and Noah Schulz; six great grandchildren, Ella Graf, Brennan Graf, Connor Graf, Addison Graf, Alexis Byes and Blake Weiler; and four sisters, Diane (Greg) Steele of Milwaukee, WI, Judie (Dave) Arneson of Rhinelander, WI, Gloria (Jon) Gottschalk of Stuart, FL and Carol (John) Daebler of Nekoosa, WI.

Janet is also survived by brother in law, David Henke of Saynor, WI and sisters in law, Emily Henke of Nekoosa, WI, Arlene Tuttle of Nekoosa, WI, Betty (Emil) Ehlert of Wisconsin Rapids, WI, Jean (George) Maxwell of Baraboo, WI and Bea Henke of Wisconsin Rapids, WI. Janet is survived by many nieces, nephews and other family.

Janet was preceded in death by her parents, husband Everett; brothers in law, Laverne (Violet) Henke, Harlan Henke, August Henke and Leonard Tuttle; and sisters in law, Evelyn (Herbert) Neitzel and Dorla Henke.

Janet's family would like to thank the Wisconsin Rapids Care Center staff and caregivers and the St. Luke's staff and pastors for the continuous care, love and support for both Janet and her family. Your visits, conversations and many involvements with Janet did not go unnoticed. It comforted the family knowing she was never alone and was always content with her experience. Her vibrant outlook and joy for life will be greatly missed by all who know and love her. Also thank you to Wilbur and Delores Ott for their home communion visits.

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Published by Wisconsin Rapids Daily Tribune on Jan. 23, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Janet Henke

19 Entries

Ruth Carpenter

January 16, 2025

Thinking of you and remembering good times. You were the best. Miss you.

Ruth Carpenter

January 16, 2024

Happy 90th heavenly birthday Janet. It has been 10 years since I last saw you. I miss your friendship and can always recall your laugh and smiles. Max joined you 19 months ago so party hearty dear friend. I will never forget you and Everett. Your friendships were priceless.

Ruth Carpenter

January 16, 2021

Five years since your passing Janet! We miss you. I think of you when I see the ceramics you made for us, the Tiara glassware as we use them, the memories of you! The story how you had to make room in the freezer so you buried some frozen pheasants in the garden. Everett found them in the Spring when making new garden with the tiller. LOL You and Everett were the best neighbors we could have wished for. RIP dear lady!

Ruth and Max Carpenter

February 20, 2015

Gary, Ken, Sherri and families

Max and I send our deepest sympathies to you all. We stopped in yesterday on the 19th of Feb to see her and learned then if her death. We will miss her as she was a wonderful neighbor/friend to us on Dove ave from 71-81. I am so happy I got to visit with her last October. We will not forget that smile!!!!!

Sara Cornelius

February 1, 2015

If she was a scrabble player then she is someone I would have liked to have met.

January 28, 2015

Our deepest sympathy to Janet's family. We'll be keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Carl and Pamela Hilke

January 27, 2015

Gary; Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Tom and Sally Young

January 26, 2015

Our deepest sympathy to Janet's family. She was a special lady and will be missed. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Patti (Dolan) & Tim Rottler

Pastor Gary & Jolene Albert

January 24, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with you, the members of Janet's family. Janet and Everett's love for God and their thoughtfulness toward others was a powerful and meaningful witness. It was always a pleasure to see them. God grant you His comfort and peace.

Sandy Hewitt

January 24, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss. I got to know Janet while I was at the nursing home. She and I played bingo and scrabble. We were friends. She was a great lady and I will miss her dearly.

Gene Bouton

January 23, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Mr & Mrs Rich Kraus

January 23, 2015

Our deepest sympathies go out to your entire family. Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. Janet was a very sweet woman and I will never forget meeting her at Nic and Amy's wedding!

Earlene Morgan

January 23, 2015

Though I never had the pleasure of meeting Janet Genis Henke - she is family - my 2nd cousin. To all her family and friends - so sorry for your loss.

Todd Sowatzke

January 23, 2015

Sorry to read this about your Mother Ken! Our condolences.

Douglas & Nicole McCauley

January 23, 2015

Sending love to you all and standing with you in your loss-

January 23, 2015

OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHIES TO YOUR FAMILY. WE HAVE MANY FOND MEMORIES OF YOUR PARENTS.
WE ARE SORRY WE WILL NOT ATTEND AS ARE IN FLORIDA FOR THE WINTER.
WHEN GOD CLOSES A DOOR HE OPENS A WINDOW.
THE ANDRES---TOM AND EMILY

Henke Family

January 23, 2015

Gary, Ken, Shari & families
Aunt Janet's smile brighten the room and her presence will always be felt. She was a joy. May our LORD be with all of you at this difficult time. Our sympathy & love, Paul, Amy, Theresa & Andrew

January 23, 2015

So very sorry for the loss of your loved one . Both her and your dad were our first neighbors on Dove Avenue .Very loving people . I still have the ceramic santa she made us . Always think of her when I put him out . Cherish your memories always .

Troy and Jenny Vetrone

Arlan Henke

January 22, 2015

Our sympathy to all who loved Aunt Janet. We'll be praying for you.

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