Gerald Van De Kreeke, age 80, of Elkhart Lake, formerly of Sheboygan, passed away on Thursday, July 9, 2026. He was born in Sheboygan on February 6, 1946, to the late Marvin and Carol Van De Kreeke.
Gerry attended Grant Elementary and graduated from Sheboygan North High School in 1964. Gerry went on to proudly serve his country in the U.S. Air Force from 1968-1972. While stationed at the Grand Forks Air Force Base in North Dakota, he met the love of his life, Sharon LaBrecque. They married on November 30, 1968 and started their family. G.J. and Jennifer were both born in Grand Forks before the family returned to Sheboygan where he continued his education at UW-Milwaukee, graduating with a degree in Accounting.
Gerry was a CPA and the owner of Van De Kreeke and Associates for over 50 years. Gerry took his role as employer and advisor for his clients and friends very seriously. He was truly honored to serve these roles.
Gerry had a deep love and commitment to the Sheboygan community. He lived the Rotary motto, “service above self” and enjoyed saying “service is the rent we pay for living.”
He was involved in many organizations in the Sheboygan area, which include, Sheboygan Board of Water Commissioners; Sheboygan Rotary Club; Sheboygan Rotary Foundation; Sheboygan County Historical Research Center; University of Wisconsin Sheboygan County Foundation; RCS of Sheboygan; Sheboygan County Community Theatre Foundation (Weill Center); Fresh Meals on Wheels Endowment Board; Heritage Square Merchants Association; and Big Brothers & Big Sisters of Sheboygan County.
Gerry had tremendous love for his family, friends, co-workers, and community. When Gerry wasn’t working at the office or in the community, he enjoyed spending time with his family, traveling, and enjoying baseball games.
Gerry is survived by his wife, Sharon Van De Kreeke, of Elkhart Lake; son, Gerry (Nancy) Van De Kreeke Jr.; and two granddaughters, Grace and Elizabeth, all of Shiocton; two sisters-in-law, Janice (Mike) Anderson, Susan Hodge; two brothers-in-law, Kenneth (Karolyne) LaBrecque, and Richard (Michelle) LaBrecque. Many other relatives and friends survive. He was preceded in death by his parents, his daughter Jennifer, and his brother Tom.
Gerry’s family would like to thank Embrace Care Management and Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice for their care and support.
A memorial service for Gerry will be held on Monday, July 20, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at the Reinbold-Novak Funeral Home, 1535 S. 12th Street, Sheboygan. Family and friends may gather at the funeral home on Monday from 11:30 a.m. until the time of service at 2:00 p.m. Burial will take place at Wildwood Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in Gerry’s name may be directed to Fresh Meals on Wheels of Sheboygan County or the Sheboygan County Historical Research Center in Sheboygan Falls.
The Reinbold-Novak Funeral Home and Crematory is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed at www.reinboldfh.com
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