Joshua J. “Josh” Gaedtke

It is with great sadness that the family of Joshua J. “Josh” Gaedtke announces his passing of natural causes on Sunday, Nov. 5, 2023. He was 39 years old.

Josh was born in Milwaukee to Dennis and Joanie Gaedtke on Dec. 3, 1984.

Josh was a great lover of film, disc golf and doughnuts. He was a brother unparalleled in a very competitive field. His parents were even known to refer to him as the “No. 1 child.” His warm presence, genuine caring and quick wit endeared him to friends, family and strangers alike. Friends, new and old, enjoyed his company and easygoing demeanor. His absence will be felt by everyone who knew him.

His relationships and passions were pursued with the utmost enthusiasm.

Later in life, he took on caregiving for his aging parents with heartfelt patience.

Joshua’s memory will forever remain in the hearts of his parents Dennis and Joanie, his slightly taller brother Dustin and grandmother Lucy Cwiklinski.

He was preceded in death by his grandfather Eddie Cwiklinski and grandparents Jerald and Hazel Gaedtke.

A funeral service will be held at 4 p.m. Nov. 19, 2023, at Eernisse Funeral Home, 1167 Washington Ave., Cedarburg, WI 53012. Pastor Marshall Frisque will preside. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home from 2 to 4 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Wisconsin Heart Foundation are appreciated.

Eernisse Funeral Home of Cedarburg is assisting the family with arrangements.  Online condolences may be left at www.eernissefuneralhome.com.