Keith Hanke

Keith R. Hanke, 76, of Marathon, passed away on Friday, Sept. 24, 2021, at the UW-Hospital, Madison.

He was born Feb. 3, 1945, in Wausau, son of the late Norman and Valieta (Hitzke) Hanke.

For many years, Keith was a dairy farmer in Marathon. Among his favorite pastimes, he enjoyed watching NASCAR, following local high school sports, playing bingo, bowling, deer hunting and attending his grandchildren’s sporting events and other activities. He was a lifetime member of Rib Falls Methodist Church.

Survivors include four children: Terry (Carol) Hanke of Barrie, Ontario, Todd Hanke of Wausau, Thomas Hanke of Marathon and Tracey (Dan) Ugoretz of Mosinee; six grandchildren: Kurtis and Jacquelyn Alston, Colin, Allie and Nathan Hanke and Reese Ugoretz; sister, Sharleen (Walter) Tetzlaff of Mukwonago; sister-in-law, LuAnn Hanke of Marathon; and many nieces and nephews.

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his ex-wife, Sandra Scott; and his brother, Wayne Hanke.

A public visitation will be from 9 a.m. until 12 p.m. (Noon) on Saturday, Oct. 9, 2021, at Peterson/Kraemer Funeral Home, Marathon. A private service will follow at 12:30 p.m. with Deacon Brian Hilts presiding. A private burial will be in the Rib Falls Methodist Cemetery.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.petersonkraemer.com.

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