Keith J. Teuke, age 57, of Two Rivers, died Friday evening, January 11, 2019 at his residence surrounded by his loving family.Keith was born on March 12, 1961 in Manitowoc, son of the late James A. and Sandra (Fricke) Teuke. He attended local area schools and graduated with the class of 1979 from Manitowoc Lincoln High School. On June 11, 2004 Keith married the former Shawn Naidl in Manitowoc. He worked as an over the road semi-truck driver for 15+ years, getting his start at Schneider National & Wisconsin Nationwide. And most recently, driving for Cintas in Green Bay. Keith enjoyed working on vehicles, driving semi and cooking, going to his kids/grandkids events, and spending time with family & friends. He loved spending time with his dogs Rocky, Flassy, Spock and Patches.He is survived by his wife: Shawn Teuke, Two Rivers; three children: Brandon Teuke and his significant other: Haley Schuman, Manitowoc; Brett Teuke, Two Rivers; Carson Teuke and his signifcant other: Maddie Kronforst, Two Rivers; five grandchildren: Tristan, Mason, Daisy, Zayden and Kace; one sister: Heidi Bartelme, Bloomington, MN; mother of his sons (Brandon & Brett): Dawn Paplham, Two Rivers; step-mother: Cynthia Teuke, Two Rivers; step-father: Robert Pankratz, Manitowoc; one nephew: Brant (Kate) Bartelme, Bloomington, MN; other relatives and friends also survive. He was preceded in death by his father: James A. Teuke, mother: Sandra Pankratz.A Memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 19, 2019 at the Jens Family Funeral Home & Crematory, 1122 South 8th Street, Manitowoc. Deacon Mark LeGreve will officiate. Burial of his cremated remains will take place at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Relatives and friends can call at the funeral home on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service at 1:00 p.m. On line condolences may be expressed at www.jensreinboldandpfeffer.com Keith's family would like to thank Dr. Gahl, Heartland Hospice (especially Sue Schmeichel) & Maddie for their wonderful care of him during his illness.
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