William E. (Bill) Macke

William E. (Bill) Macke, 92, of Evansville, passed away Thursday, January 25, 2018 at his home surrounded by family. Bill was born October 26, 1925 in Evansville to the late Edward and Elizabeth (Erbacher) Macke. He was married to the love of his life, Margaret (Hirsch) Macke for 56 years. Together, they raised six children and shared many wonderful memories. Bill enjoyed being with his family and talking to them every day. He rarely missed a ceremony, event, or game his children and grandchildren were in. Besides his family, Bill’s next greatest love was traveling with his wife, family and their long-time card club. They have traveled to all 50 states and every national park in the continental United States. It was often said that he was a walking atlas. Bill worked for Whirlpool Corporation for over 40 years and was a member of Local #808. He was a 1944 graduate of Memorial High School and a veteran of the United States Army serving in World War II. While serving in the Army he was part of the American Forces that crossed the Rhine River at the Remagen Bridge. He was shot on March 25, 1945 and was awarded a Purple Heart. Bill was a member of VFW Post #1114, American Legion Funkhouser Post #8 and the DAV. He was an active member of Resurrection Catholic Church and the Mater Dei Men’s Club; a member of the Knights of Columbus and a founding member of the Mater Dei Booster Club, serving as their first treasurer. For 45 years, Bill sold tickets at various Mater Dei athletic events. Bill was also a member of the Riverbend Association and the Owls. Surviving Bill are three daughters, Joyce Macke of Indianapolis, Linda Denstorff and Sarah (Mark) Seng, both of Evansville; three sons, Glenn (Norwanda) Macke, Dan (Jan) Macke and David Macke, all of Evansville; grandchildren, Amanda (Nick) Herrenbruck, Jessica (Craig) Elliott, Lucas (Laura) Macke, Jeff Macke, Cliff Macke, Craig (Rachele) Macke, Ben (Natalie) Macke, Hallie (Ryan) Scheu, Jenna Denstorff, Wyatt, Elizabeth, Audrey and Evan Seng and great grandchildren, Joel, Parker, Payton, Erin, Emma, Elliot, Eve, Margaret, Daisy, Evelyn, Stella, Liam, Shelby and Patrick. In addition to his parents, Bill was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret (Hirsch) Macke in 2003; by sisters, Marie Bumb, Anna Mae Wilson, Josephine Folz and Doris Dosher and by a brother, Edwin Macke. Bill will be remembered by the love, laughter, and wisdom he shared with all who knew him. He touched many lives and will truly be missed. As has been said, the true meaning of a successful life is whether the people close to you are happy and love you. Bill was a most successful man. There will be a Mass of Christian Burial held at 11:00 A.M. on Monday, January 29, 2018 at Resurrection Catholic Church, Rev. Phil Kreilein officiating. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, where the Vanderburgh County Retired Veterans Memorial Club will conduct military rites. Friends may visit with the family from 1:00 until 7:00 P.M. on Sunday at Pierre Funeral Home, 2601 W. Franklin Street, where there will be a memorial service held at 5:00 P.M. Friends may also visit with the family from 10:30 A.M. until service time on Monday at Resurrection Church. Memorial contributions may be made to the Mater Dei Men’s Club or to Resurrection Catholic Church. Condolences may be made online at www.pierrefuneralhome.com.

William E. (Bill) Macke

October 26, 1925 - January 25, 2018