Melvin W. Papka Obituary
The world bids farewell to Melvin W. Papka of Marengo, Illinois, departing on November 25, 2024 at the age of 87. Melvin leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Floyd Papka and Beatrice Papka; his wife Kathryn Papka; his daughter Annette Papka; and his siblings, Shirley Gleason, Harry Papka and Gene Papka.
He is survived by: his children, Wanda Stauber (Ken) and Tim Papka (Wendy); his stepchildren, Gregory Rucker (Kim) and Angela Taylor (Jeff); his grandchildren, Alisha Stauber, Andrew Stauber (Olivia), Teagan Papka, Kyle Papka, Catlynn, Kristopher, Stephen, Patrick, Samantha, Rebecca Rucker, James, David and Nicholas Taylor; and his great grandchildren, Olivia Wahmhoff and Kanen Stauber.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Zion Lutheran Church or the on-going mission for Operation Christmas Child at Zion.
