David G. Pranke Sr.

David G. Pranke Sr., 94, died on Monday, Nov. 7, 2022, at his home. David was born May 15, 1928, in Antigo, the son of George and Vera (Wickman) Pranke. On Sept. 13, 1952, David was united in marriage to Beverly Beck in St. Louis, Missouri. She preceded him in death on Oct. 30, 1988. David was a U.S. Army veteran serving during the Korean War. David and his brother, Edwin, owned and operated Pranke Brothers Salvage Yard in the Town of Almon. He loved throwing horseshoes, shooting pool and spending time with friends. David also enjoyed just being outdoors. David is survived by his children, Marian (Doug) Kohl, Deanna (Colin) Byrnes, David (Kala) Pranke Jr. and Julie Pranke; five grandchildren, Casey Beyersdorf, Kavit Beyersdorf, Derek Pranke, Kara Lehman and Branden Schultz; eight great-grandchildren, Alexis, Adin and Mason Pranke, Emalee, Easton, Braxon and Kinlie Beyersdorf and Ethan Lehman; other relatives and friends. David was preceded in death by his wife, Beverly; parents; siblings, Fern Bernarde, Edwin Pranke and Lorraine Dieck; and special friend, Lois Zutavern. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 11, 2022, at Schmidt and Schulta Funeral Home in Wittenberg. The Rev. Clifford Kessen will preside. Burial will be in the Town of Almon Cemetery. Visitation will be on Friday from 9 a.m. until the time of service. Memories and messages of support may be shared at schmidtschulta.com.