Herman Earl Ranke Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Herman Earl Ranke of Waterford, Wisconsin, who passed away on March 15, 2025 at the age of 96. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Herman Earl Ranke to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Herman Ranke and Linda Ranke (Nee Johnson); his wife Lucille Mitsch; his brother Harold; and his siblings-in-law, Irene and Harold.
He is survived by: his children, Marcia and Bruce Ranke (Debra); his grandsons, Andrew Ranke (Katie), Jeremy Ranke, Nathan Ranke (Vanessa) and Aaron Ranke (Sarah); and his sister-in-law Norma Ranke. He is also survived by 7 great-grandchildren, 6 nieces and nephews, many other relatives and friends.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 22nd 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:15 AM at the Cotton Exchange Plantation Hall (345 Hickory Hollow Rd, Waterford, WI 53185). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 22nd 2025 at 11:30 AM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in Earl's honor appreciated to Camp Forest Springs (N8890 Forest Lane Westboro, WI 54490) or The Woods (9025 Camp Awana Rd. Fredonia, WI 53021).
