William L. Reinke

Willam L. Reinke of Grafton, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at the age of 76 on January 6, 2013 at Horizon Hospice in Mequon. William was born in Shawano, WI on June 10, 1936 the son of the late Matthew and LaVerne (Nee Herm) Reinke. Bill was united in marriage to Karen (nee Katzenmeyer) on November 9, 1957 and recently celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary. Bill served in the United States Air Force from October 15, 1955 – July 23, 1959. Bill worked as a Marketing Manager for the Eaton Corp. (formerly Cutler Hammer) for 34 years. Bill was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church where he served as a head usher for many years. He was also a member of the Ozaukee Senior Golf League. He enjoyed spending quality time with his family. Bill loved working in his yard, along with repairing and refining anything that needed fixing. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed being a Wisconsin Badger and Green Bay Packer fan. Bill traveled all over the world for business and pleasure. William is survived by his wife Karen; Children: Vicki (Charles) Linzmeyer and Bradley (Claire) Reinke; grandchildren: Jessica (Joseph) Szpak, Ryan (Katrina) Linzmeyer, Carly Reinke and Julia Reinke; brother: Charles (Sherry) Reinke; nieces nephews, other relatives and many caring friends. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, January 10, 2013 – 2:00 PM at St. Paul Lutheran Church 701 Washington Ave. Grafton. Interment Church Cemetery. Visitation at the church on Thursday from 12:30 – 1:45 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Paul Lutheran Church or Aurora Cancer Center appreciated. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Paul Lutheran Church or Aurora Cancer Center appreciated