MIDDLETON - Connie J. Reinke, age 72, sadly left us after a brief illness on Friday, July 1, 2022, at St. Mary's Hospital, surrounded by her loved ones.

Connie was born in Madison on Oct. 2, 1949, to John and Gladys (Handel) Strassman. She started out life on her family farm. Connie was married to Darrell "Pete" Reinke from 1965 through 2006 and they had two children. In 2020 she retired after 34 years with Vogel Brothers Building where she was their accountant. Connie resided in Dane County her whole life.

Connie's favorite thing to do was spend time with her family. She always had a smile on her face. Connie had a very generous heart and was always there to help. She enjoyed going on cruises, playing Sudoku, and getting a good deal. She was great at sewing. Connie always made the best food, especially her desserts. She enjoyed listening to country music and Elvis. She loved gifting something she made that came from the heart. She was a beautiful person who spread joy and happiness wherever she went. She will be deeply missed.

Connie is survived by her two children, daughter, Cathy (Darren) Reinke and her son, Marc (Rhoda and her two children, JR and Miles) Reinke; three grandchildren, Alyssa (Ian) Reinke, Dylan Reinke and Shelby (Martin) Verrastro; two great-grandchildren, Dylan and Noah Verrastro; her sister, Barb (David) Wheadon; and her partner and good friend, Darrell "Dusty" Fehrman. She was preceded in death by her parents, Gladys Roloff (2001) and John "Jack" Strassman (2011).

Our deepest appreciation to the staff at St. Mary's Hospital for their compassionate care and loving support.

A memorial gathering will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Tuesday, July 12, 2022. A private burial will be held at Highland Memory Gardens at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to donor's choice. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.

Gunderson East

Funeral & Cremation Care

5203 Monona Drive

(608) 221-5420

Connie Reinke

October 02, 1949 - July 01, 2022

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