Keith Allan Meske

Keith Meske, age 69, of Jefferson, WI, passed away peacefully on May 15th, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and faithful servant of the Lord. Keith lived a life rooted in love, kindness, and unwavering faith.

Keith was born to Howard and June (Piepenburg) Meske on June 22nd 1955, in Fort Atkinson. He graduated from Whitewater High School in 1973, and UW Madison agriculture short course in 1974.  He married Ellen Mueller on April 12th 1980 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Jefferson, WI. He was a proud father to three sons, and a cherished grandfather to seven grandchildren, each of whom brought him immense joy and pride.

Throughout his life, Keith was guided by his Christian faith, which shone through in his generosity, humility, and compassion for others. He was a longtime member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Jefferson, WI, where he served various roles on Church Council and School Board. He believed in the power of prayer, the promise of grace, and the importance of living a life that reflected Christ’s love.

He took much pride in the work he dedicated to Americold in Jefferson for 33 years, where he was not only known for his strong work ethic and leadership, but also for the genuine care he showed those he worked with; many who became lifelong friends.

His hobby was attending every one of his grandchildren’s activities, whether it was basketball/baseball/volleyball/football/soccer games or dance recitals; he was a staple at every event.

He is survived by his loving wife Ellen, children Allan (Stacey), Matt (Michelle), Mark (Hailey), grandchildren Kara, Landon, Caden, Laine, Kinsley, Nora, and Nolan.  Sister Joyce Hammel, Sister-in-law Judy Meske, brothers-in-law Lyle Myers, Dale (Carmen) Mueller, Lynn (Debbie) Mueller, Lyle (Lynette) Mueller, Wayne Mueller, and many nieces, nephews and friends who will miss him dearly but rejoice in the knowledge that he is now at peace in the presence of his Savior.  He was preceded in death by his parents Howard and June Meske, brother Richard Meske, father and mother-in-law Marvin and Henriette Mueller, sister-in-law MaryAnne Myers, brother-in-law John Mueller, and nephew Daniel Mueller.

A service for Keith will be held on Tuesday, May 20, 2025  at 11:00am at St. John’s Lutheran Church 232 E. Church St. Jefferson, WI, with burial at Christberg Cemetery in Jefferson, WI. Friends and family are invited to gather to honor his memory and the legacy he leaves behind from 9:00am until the time of the service.

“For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain.” – Philippians 1:21

As an expression of sympathy, you may wish to consider memorials to St. John’s Forward in Faith or to Lakeside Lutheran High School.

Online condolences may be made at www.nitardyfuneralhome.com