Andrew L. Hanke

Andrew L. Hanke, 74, Wausau, passed away on Thursday, December 14, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.

He was born October 15, 1949, in Wausau, son of the late Frank and Burdella (Kaufert) Hanke.  In 1971, married Hye Son who passed away in December of 1973. On November 16, 1974, he was united in marriage to Kathryn Kischel in Wausau.

Andrew was a veteran of the United States Army.  For over 35 years, he worked for Wausau Papers until his retirement.  Some of his favorite pastimes included canning, making candles, watching football, fishing, camping and simply enjoying the outdoors.

He is survived by his wife, Kathryn; three children, Tony (Donna) Hanke, Sarah (Mike) Dengel and Kevin Hanke; five grandchildren, Carter, Landon and Jack Hanke and Owen and Olivia Dengel; three siblings, Lonnie (Al)  Weinberger, Alice Piehl and Glenn Hanke; and many nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by his parents, first wife Hye Son Hanke, and brother-in-law, Terry Piehl.

Private services will be held.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.petersonkraemer.com