Michael Ray Belke, age 52, left this world on March 11th, 2024. He was born August 30th, 1971, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Preceded in death by his parents Jim and Shirley (Schreck) Belke, his brother-in-law Jeff Sossong and his nephew Joshua DuEll. Michael was the proud father of Kayla Erickson, Kaitlin Belke, and Michael Belke. He is also survived by his former wife Cindy Holaus and his significant other Amy Ruggles. Further survived by his sisters Mary (John)

Knepel, Debbie Belke, Shelly Sossong, Sheila (Tim) DuEll, Dawn (Mike) Frankfurth, Lisa (Wayne) Salva, and brother James (Tracy) Belke, along with numerous nieces and nephews.

Michael will be fondly remembered by his loved ones as a beloved father, brother, and great friend. He graduated in 1989 from Hamilton High School, where he played baseball and football, later coaching his children’s sports teams. Michael was also an avid fisherman, loved rottweilers and listening to 80s classic rock music. He was known as a jokester to all who surrounded him and will be missed beyond what words can describe. #40 is at peace now.

A GoFundMe is set up for his children. Cindy Holaus & Mary Knepel organized this fundraiser: www.gofundme.com/f/mike-belke , on behalf of Michael’s children, Kaitlin, a senior in High School, and Michael, a sophomore in High School. This page will be set up as a way for friends and family to help Michael’s children, so they can focus on continuing their journey without him. You are also able to give a check or cash to Mary or Cindy. We continue to ask for prayers to strengthen them during this heartbreaking time.

Michael’s Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, April 27th from 1pm till 7pm at the Knights of Columbus in Menomonee Falls across the way from Costco. There will be a light buffet and cash bar. Also wishing that everyone will take time to share their most memorable times with Michael.