Ronald J. Marifke age 80, passed away October 13th, 2021, at Waterford Senior Living Facility. Ron was born April 21st, 1942, to the late Edward and Marie Marifke in the town of Lake, Wi, which later became part of Milwaukee, WI. He graduated high school from Norte Dame High School in Milwaukee. Ron moved to Wind Lake, WI in 1960. He joined the National Guard in Sept. of 1964 and was honorably discharged in Nov. of 1969. Ron worked as a wire extruder, her worked for Amco Metal, the Extrusion Mill, and Wisconsin Wire; from which he retired. Ron loved sports and outdoor activities. He was on bowling team in Wind Lake for many years, he attended numerous trap shoot competitions with his brother Robert and friends, and he loved to hunt. He also liked cooking.
Ron will be dearly missed by his brothers Robert (Lynn) Marifke and Gerard (Mary Ellen) Marifke, his nephews Tyler and Derek, as well as a great niece and nephew.
Ron was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Edward Jr. and sister in-law Alexandra.
Ron will be laid to rest at Forest Hill Cemetery (3301 E Forest Hill Ave, Oak Creek, WI 53154). A graveside committal service will be held on Monday October 25th, 2021 at 1pm.
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