John J. Badke Sr.

1919 - 2011

John J. Badke Sr. obituary, 1919-2011, Menomonee Falls, WI

BORN

1919

DIED

2011

FUNERAL HOME

Schramka Funeral Home - Menomonee Falls

W164 N9034 Water Street

Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin

John Badke Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 3, 2011.

John J. Badke Sr., lifelong resident of Menomonee Falls. Born to Eternal Life November 2, 2011 age 92 years. Beloved husband of the late Laraine M. E. (nee Stremlow). Dear father of Karen Wnuk, John "Jack" (Dolores) Badke Jr. and Jill Schmidt. Loving grandfather of Suzanne (David Sr.) DeLong, Donald (Linda) Wnuk, Judith Ebert, Edwin Wnuk, John (Jeanine) Badke III and Aaron (Cathy) Schmidt. Loving great grandfather of David Jr. (Sheena) and Matthew DeLong, Ryan and Nicole Wnuk, Molly Ebert, Douglas and Andrea Wnuk, John IV, Leah and Lexie Badke. Loving great-great grandfather of Chloe, McKinley, Declan and Ayden DeLong. Fond brother of Rose Polczynski and Elizabeth Christiansen. Brother-in-law of Genevieve Badke, Bernice (Edgar) McCollum, and Clarence (Louise), Norma and MaryAnn Woelbing. Preceded in death by his siblings, Lottie, Paul, Fred, Ann, Clara, Bill, Del and Janet. Also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. John was volunteer on the Menomonee Falls Fire Dept. for 50 years. Until his death, he was the oldest living volunteer fireman in Menomonee Falls. He was past Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus All Saints Council #4240.

Mass of Christian Burial Thursday, November 10, 2011, 10 AM at St. Mary Catholic Church, N89 W16297 Cleveland Ave., Menomonee Falls. Interment to follow at St. Mary Cemetery. Visitation Wednesday, November 9, 4-8 PM at the Funeral Home with a Prayer Vigil at 7 PM.

Schramka Funeral Home
W164 N9034 Water St.
Menomonee Falls, WI 53051
(262) 251-0330

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November 10, 2011

Samantha Wnuk

Grandpa I miss you so very much. You ment the world to me. I will hold all of your stories and beautiful memories so close to my heart! I know you are with grandma now and watching over all of us! I Love you Grandpa

November 9, 2011

Gary & Dawn Woebbeking

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. John was a good friend. I always enjoyed talking with him. Many fond memories.

November 8, 2011

James Schneider

November 08, 2011

To the Badke family;

Uncle John is indeed one of America's greatest generation. Without question, one of the best Sheapshead players. Uncle John was an encouragement and a true friend to us all. God be with you in this time.

November 7, 2011

Dan Schramm

To the entire Badke Family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy during your time of mourning.
I will always remember John because of his honor, honesty, sense of humor and dedication. I spent many hours with him durng my time on the MFFD and the Police Department. I am sure he will be greatly missed.
God Bless you all,
Dan & Carol Schramm

November 7, 2011

Greg Wnuk

Remember John for his kindness and friendliness. We always looked forward to his monthy visit delivering heating oil to our home. He would bring a smile and a joke or two. Rest in peace. Deepest sympathy to Karen, Suzi, Don, Judy, Eddie and families.
Love and prayers,
Greg, Marilou & Alice Wnuk

November 7, 2011

Harv Woebbeking

Johnny was not only a wonderful neighbor, but also a friend who could cheer up anyone with some of the old stories he would share. He was an icon in Menomonee Falls, a well known name,a dedicated fellow firefighter. I know Otto is waiting to have a game of horseshoes with you. You are loved by everyone who was ever blessed to know you. You are one of the special friends in my life that I will always remember. Be with God now as his arms are wide open to welcome you.

November 7, 2011

To My Great Uncle Johnny,
Thanks for all the great stories,the laughter,the singing in German,never forget the good memories,"card games" We will truly miss you.
Great Niece Charlene Malson (Richfield,Wi)

November 6, 2011

Michael & Tricia Russell

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

November 6, 2011

Beverly Jurkowski

Uncle John's heart was big and he treated all of his nieces and nephews with love and kindness. We will miss his warm greeting, twinkle in his eyes and his stories. His love of family is a model for all of us to follow.

November 5, 2011

Ken & Sharon Badke

May your heavenly reward be more than you expected. Will you get a good game of shepshead going with your brothers? You were always smiling and making others laugh. I'll never forget you! Rest in heavenly peace.

November 4, 2011

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November 4, 2011

Brother John: Save a place for us at the HEAVENLY TABLE where hopefully the "card game"goes on. You finally made it to that beautiful place that you wanted to go to.

Betty Christiansen

November 4, 2011

Michael Martin

OH YES, All The WonderFull Years of Memeries, Laughing -- The Teaseing -- The Stories -- and Wild ones at that ! Alway's Great Thought's of You Uncle John.I Know You Are Heading To Great Places+Doing Great Things, BYE FOR NOW ! My Dad Les Martin only Told Me The Best Stories About You and Your Brothers. MY MOM >DEL, Had ALWAY'S Looked UP TO YOU !

November 4, 2011

Jeanne OBrien

Rest in Peach Uncle Johnny! So glad we got to visit with you this summer. I can see you now.....teaching everyone the moonwalk up there in heaven! You will be missed!

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November 4, 2011

Joe Kocherhans

Will always remember him as a fun-loving person, singing German songs at the family reunions.

November 4, 2011

Niece Eileen Kocherhans

Uncle Johnny--a special and rare person who makes your thoughts smile and your heart sing...of course, singing "Blue Skirt Waltz" and, how fittingly, it sings:
"I was in heaven just waltzing with you. You thrilled me with strange delight, then softly you stole away..." We'll miss you, Uncle Johnny. You will waltz in our hearts forever!! Love from Niece Eileen and Nephew Joe

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