January 12, 2021 – James “Jim” R. Radtke, 89, passed away on Saturday, January 9, 2021 at Froedtert in Milwaukee. He was born on December 30, 1931 in Milwaukee, WI to Ewald and Leona (nee Koerner) Radtke.
Jim was a Korean Conflict Veteran. He worked for 38 years, as a lineman, for WE Energies.
Jim is survived by his loving wife of 69 years, Nancy (nee Scholtka); 4 daughters, Debra Rosenthal, Nancy (Dennis) Biedrzycki, Patricia (Michael Barsch) Radtke, Catherine (Justin) Gerken; 13 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; sister, Lonnie (Alan) Holzer. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Jim is preceded in death by his 2 grandsons, his parents, his 3 brothers and 3 sisters.