Richard K. Genke

December 25, 2020

Richard Kenneth Genke Oak Creek, WI -Passed away peacefully on Christmas morning, 2020 at the age of 92 years. He was known as "Dick" to his many friends and "Dad" to his beloved children: Rickie (Rich) Gensler, the late Bruce, Craig (Cheryle Menden) Genke, Kim (Robin Cales) Genke and Keri (Jason) Dahl. He was known as "Papa" to his grandchildren Cory, Stacie, Bruce, Christopher, Amber, Kelly, Skylar and Preston. He is also survived by his great-grandchildren Austin, Cecilia, Spencer and Grayson. Dick was Navy WWII Veteran. He lived most of his life in Oak Creek and worked for the WI Gas Co (WE Energies). Richard was previously married to the late Lois Anderson. Later in life, he married Ruth French (late) and was stepfather to her two sons Steve and Frank. Dick was a jack of most trades and he was always willing to lend a helping hand. He will be remembered fondly and greatly missed by those that knew him. In lieu of flowers PLEASE send donations to the WI Humane Society in Dick’s memory and in memory of his beloved dog, Harley. Visitation Thursday, January 14 from 10:00 to 11:30 AM at the FUNERAL HOME followed by a Funeral Service at 11:30 AM. Private Entombment Forest Hill Memorial Park. Rozga Funeral & Cremation Services Rozga-Walloch Chapel 4309 South 20th Street Milwaukee, WI 53221