Ronald J. Mielke, age 69 of Clintonville, passed away unexpectedly on Friday morning September 27, 2024 at his home.

Ronald John Mielke was born December 28, 1954 in the city of Appleton to John and Betty (Buchholz) Mielke. He graduated from Appleton East High School in 1973. On September 30, 1993 he was united in marriage to Dee Ann Hedtke. In his younger years, Ron had a love of playing softball. After working at Kimberly Clark for 44 years he retired in 2017 to enjoy a simple life. He enjoyed fishing, cookouts, spending time with grandkids and sitting and visiting with friends at the bar Big Sals and Cheesy’s in Clintonville. He will be remembered for living a simple, yet fulfilled life, and as a loving father and grandfather.

Ronald is survived by:
His Children: Ryan Mielke, Jeff (Jill) Mielke, Ashley (Angie) Hedtke, Ronald J. Hedtke, Robert (Brittany) Hedtke, and Randy Hedtke
Mother: Betty Mielke
Sisters: Judy Forseth , Joyce (Paul) Schreiner
Brothers: Jim (Cindy) Mielke, Roger (Sherri) Mielke
Grandchildren: Jersey, Cameron, Mason, Drew, Liam, Eli, Dakota, Riley, and Ann

He was preceded in death by his wife, Dee Ann; and his father, John Mielke Jr.

A memorial service for Ronald will be held at 11 AM, Friday, October 4, 2024 at Family of Christ Church in Clintonville with Rev. Steven Devroy officiating.

Visitation will be held on Friday at the church from 9 AM until the time of service.

The Eberhardt-Stevenson Funeral Home & Crematory, Clintonville is assisting the family with arrangements.

An online guestbook is available at eberhardtstevenson.com.