Alan Gustav Wartke was born on December 20, 1945 and passed away on February 25, 2024 at the age of 77.
He attended local schools and graduated from Sheboygan South High School with the class of 1964.
Alan was united in marriage with Holly Kloppenburg on May 20, 1978 at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in
Sheboygan. During his working years he was employed by the Kohler Company. Alan attended the
Lifelong Learning Program at Lakeland College graduating with honors in computer science and business
management. He started in the engine division and retired early as a metrology analyst in the brass
division in 2011. Alan was a lifetime member of the NRA and American Society of Quality.
Alan is survived by his wife, Holly; children, John (Pader) Wartke, Ariane Wartke and Nathan Wartke and
grandchildren, Lincoln, Connor and Brighton. He is preceded in death by his parents, August and Elise
Wartke.
Per Alan’s wishes no funeral services will be held.
The family would like to thank the many very helpful and understanding members of Sharon S.
Richardson Community Hospice who took care of Alan and helped us through this difficult journey.
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