Michael D. Reinke, 64, of Elkhorn, passed away unexpectedly on April 5, 2021 at Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center in Milwaukee.
He was born in Elkhorn on March 8, 1957, to LaVerne and Rose (Hinz) Reinke. Michael married Lisa (Dammen) Reinke in Las Vegas on Aug. 7, 1993 and they were blessed with two daughters, Braindy and Leslie.
He worked as a Swiss Screw machine set up employee for Swiss-Tech for 27 years. Michael was naturally mechanically inclined and was always willing to help family and friends with remodeling projects whenever they called him. He was an excellent cook who loved sharing his culinary skills with his loved ones, and he enjoyed playing poker and hunting with his family.
Michael’s family will always remember the memories they made on their road trips to several destinations throughout the United States. He will forever be remembered as a devoted family man, a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and dear friend.
He is survived by his wife, Lisa; daughters, Braindy (Allen) Letts and Leslie Reinke; grandchildren, Jonathan, Kayla and Cody Recob; siblings, Bonnie Dragert, Diane Read, Dale (Jennifer) Reinke, Ronald (Jean) Reinke and Kristine (Rick) Bryant; stepsisters, Delores, Nancy, Lois, Violet and Linda; and many extended family members and friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents; stepmother, Doris Reinke; brother, Duane Reinke; stepbrothers, Tom and Ron Pauls; and brothers-in-law, Lloyd Dragert Sr. and Patrick Read.
A funeral service was held on April 11. A private family committal will be held on a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Elkhorn FFA.
Schneider Funeral Home & Crematory is assisting the family. For online condolences and guestbook, visit www.schneiderfuneraldirectors.com.
