Arlene M. Wilke Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Arlene M. Wilke of Collinsville, Illinois, born in Edwardsville, Illinois, whose life came to an end on January 26, 2025 at the age of 96, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Arlene M. Wilke to show support.
She was predeceased by: her husband Marvin H. Wilke; her parents, Louis Buesking Sr. and Dora Buesking; her siblings, Louis Buesking, Jr., Bernice Hecht and Valeria Radas; and her son-in-law David Walmer.
She is survived by: her children, Rick Wilke (Debbie) of St. Louis, MO, Randy Wilke (Kelley) of Collinsville, IL, Mark Wilke (Sandy) of Troy, IL, Marlene Walmer of Pueblo, CO and Patti Hensler (Randy) of Maryville, IL. She is also survived by 9 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; and 1 great-great-grandchild.
Visitation was held on Saturday, February 1st 2025 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Barry Wilson Funeral Home & Cremation Services Ltd. (2800 N Center St, Maryville, IL 62062). A funeral service was held on Saturday, February 1st 2025 at 12:00 PM at the same location. A burial was held on Saturday, February 1st 2025 at 1:15 PM at the Valley View Cemetery (1564 Lewis Rd, Edwardsville, IL 62025).
Memorials may be made to the Maryville Food Pantry, the Maryville Community Library or the Collinsville Senior Center and will be received at the visitation or can be mailed to Barry Wilson Funeral Home, 2800 N. Center Street, Maryville, IL 62062.
