Ruby E.

Radke

Ruby E. Radke, 87, Lake Mills, died peacefully on Saturday, May 21, 2016 at her home.

She was born on March 6, 1929 in Lake Mills, the daughter of the late Henry and Helen (Christoffel) Homann.

Ruby married Raymond E. Radke on March 22, 1947. This year they celebrated 69 years together.

She had been employed at APV Crepaco, Hamlin, Inc., and the Lake Mills High School.

She was a member of St. Paul Ev. Lutheran Church in Lake Mills.

Ruby enjoyed gardening, traveling, and crocheting. She donated many handmade scarves and blankets to the needy.

Survivors include her husband, Raymond of Lake Mills; eight children, Don (Sandy Petig) of Jefferson, Jean Radke, John Radke, Bobby (Jackie), Billy (Stephanie), David (Karen), Tommy (Danella), Michael (Jill Hughey); 20 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; one great great granddaughter; many other relatives and friends.

She was also preceded in death by three sisters, Alice Smithback, Doris Rue, Lois Homann; one brother, George Homann; one granddaughter, Ann Feil; and her godson, Richard Rue.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, May 25, 2016 at the St. Paul Ev. Lutheran Church in Lake Mills.

Friends may call after 11 a.m. on Wednesday at the church until the time of service.

If desired, memorials would be appreciated to the church or Rainbow Hospice.

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