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James 'JD' Oelke Jr.
JAMES DEVERE "JD" OELKE JR.
Onalaska, Wis.
James DeVere "JD" Oelke Jr., 57, of Onalaska, Wis., passed away Feb. 26, 2017, after a brief illness.
His great smile and dynamic personality will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
A celebration of life service will be held at noon Sunday, March 26, at Onalaska American Legion Post 336, with a reception to immediately follow.
Coulee Region Cremation Group in Onalaska, Wis., is assisting the family.
A memorial fund has been established in his name.
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