Marvin G. Franke

Marvin George Franke, age 88, of Mayville, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 20, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.

Funeral services for Marvin will take place on Thursday, June 27, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. at St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church in Mayville with Rev. Dr. Mark Cutler and Rev. Joshua Frazee officiating. A visitation for Marvin will take place on Thursday, June 27, 2024, at church from 12:00 p.m. until the time of service at 2:00 p.m. Following the service, interment will take place at St. John’s Cemetery in Mayville with graveside military honors conducted by the Mayville American Legion Post #69.

Marvin was born on July 31, 1935, to George and Adela (Giese) Franke in the Town of Herman. He graduated from Mayville High School in 1954. Marvin proudly served his country in the United States Army from 1955-1957. He was united in marriage to Darlene Muche on April 25, 1959, at Zum Kripplein Christi Lutheran Church.

Marvin worked for 45 years at Tab Products. He was a faithful member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Mayville where he also served as an usher and on many committees.

He loved bowling and playing sheepshead with great enthusiasm. For 58 years, he treasured his country home, where he loved spending time with his family and raising ducks and chickens. His children and grandchildren brought him immense pride, and he found joy in visiting the casino. A loyal supporter of the Packers, Brewers, and Bucks, he held season tickets for the Green Bay Packers for 60 years! He even witnessed the iconic Ice Bowl game at Lambeau in 1967.

Marvin is survived by his loving wife Darlene; children: Cindy (Larry) Margelofsky, Scott Franke, and Robin (Shannon) Niccum; grandchildren: Lara Disney, Brock Margelofsky, Sarah O’Hearn, Matt Franke, Kassie Schultz, Alex Franke, Kayla Picha, Collin Niccum, and Kelcy Niccum; great-grandchildren: Kholten, Finn, Knox, Rye, Paisley, Payton, and Rowan; sisters-in-law: Karen Rediske, Sandra Muche and Diana Muche. Marvin is further survived by other relatives and friends.

Marvin was preceded in death by his parents and siblings.

The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the entire team at Hope Health and Rehab Center as well as St. Croix Hospice for their exceptional dedication in providing personalized care.