William "Bill" Markee's Obituary
William "Bill" G. Markee passed away peacefully in his home after his 4 year battle with cancer on Tuesday, August 22, 2017. He was a mentor to everyone and touched many lives. He learned to be a leader at a young age being the oldest of 12 children. Bill was born in Janesville, WI on August 10, 1955 the son of William F. and Teresa (Rynes) Markee. Bill married Denise Beula on July 30, 1983.
His passion for real estate was shown through his dedicated 37 years with Midwest Real Estate. Family was his first priority and he created a lifetime of memories with family and friends. He built a legacy that will live on through his beloved wife and children. He was a faithful member of St. Raphael's Catholic Church in Oshkosh.
Bill is survived by his wife, Denise Markee of Oshkosh, 3 children, Nicole (Doug) Villars of Oshkosh, Blake Markee of Milwaukee, and Hunter Markee of Oshkosh. Bill's parents, William and Teresa Markee of Janesville. 3 brothers and 8 sisters, nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday August 29, 2017 at 6 pm at St. Raphael's Catholic Church 830 S. Westhaven Drive Oshkosh, WI 54904. Father Tom Long will be the celebrant. Visitation will be held at the church on Tuesday from 3 pm till 6 pm.
A special thank you to Dr. Karen Gremminger and staff, along with his family at Midwest Real Estate.
In Lieu of flowers memorials should be directed to Fox Valley Hematology and Oncology which will be distributed locally at 491 S. Washburn Street Oshkosh, WI 54904.
"When you die, it does not mean that you lose to cancer. You beat cancer by how you live, why you live, and in the manner in which you live." -Stuart Scott
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