Charlotte Keck Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Charlotte Jane (Robinson) Keck, age 87, passed away Saturday, May 30, 2020 peacefully surrounded by her children at home. Charlotte was born on February 26, 1933 to the late Hubert and Wilma (Christian) Robinson in Neshkoro Wisconsin. Charlotte attended the Powers School in Neshkoro as a child and Westfield High School in Westfield Wisconsin but graduated from Racine Park High School in 1951 while living with an aunt and uncle. In Racine, Charlotte worked as a nurse’s aide. There, Charlotte met Donald Voetberg, a bowling alley “pinsetter”, and the two were married on February 16, 1952. Charlotte and Donald remained in Racine and began a family. They had three children. In 1955 they moved to Neshkoro Wisconsin briefly before settling in Berlin when Donald began working at the Berlin Foundry in 1956. Charlotte held several jobs in the next few years working at the pickle factory in Redgranite and the Realist Company in Berlin as an assembler. In 1958, Charlotte took a job at the Berlin Foundry as a payroll clerk where she remained for the next 25+ years before retiring in 1985. Her marriage to Donald ended in divorce, after 23 years, in 1975. Several years later, Charlotte met Alan Keck. After 9 years together, Charlotte married Alan on July 26, 1986 in Berlin. Together, they enjoyed traveling to visit family and friends throughout the country. Alan passed away, after 23 years of marriage to Charlotte, on April 7, 2010. Charlotte’s kind heart and generous spirit drove her involvement in service groups and volunteer positions throughout her life. Often, she accepted leadership roles in organizations such as the Berlin Jaycettes (President), American Legion Auxiliary - O’Connor-Chier Post #340 in Berlin (President and Secretary, and rose to the position of County Auxiliary President), and the 40 et 8 as a boxcar member. Charlotte also served as the Leader of the Sunrise 4-H Club for several years. Charlotte was an avid volunteer and was often found at Berlin Memorial Hospital escorting patients and working in the gift shop. Charlotte also volunteered at the Community Blood Center. Charlotte and Alan were regular members of the United Methodist Church in Berlin and served communion, ushered, and held financial positions for the church for many years. Charlotte cherished time spent with her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren the most. Charlotte’s hobbies included playing cards, cheering for the Packers, knitting, crocheting, bowling, fishing, camping, reading and puzzles. Charlotte loved animals—especially her pets--and “Boomer”, in particular. She delighted in watching birds and deer and enjoyed creating “scenes” with her ever-growing doll collection. Charlotte is survived by her children Peggy (Jeff) De Lapp of Wisconsin Rapids, WI, Fred (Sheryl) Voetberg of Berlin, WI, Karen (Gary) Johnson of Berlin, WI; stepchildren Dennis (Diane) Keck of Auburn, WA, and Mari (Rune) Bjornerem of Lynwood, WA; grandchildren, Troy (Dawn) Johnson of Berlin, WI, Dan (Tonya) Voetberg of Appleton, WI, Nichole Johnson of Berlin, WI, Nathan Johnson of Neenah, WI, Jamie (Tom) Christensen of Marshfield, WI; step-grandchildren, Marcus Keck of Lynwood, WA and Marta Keck of Lynwood, WA; 11 great grandchildren; brother, Kenneth (Angie) Robinson of Neenah, WI, sister; Jean (David) Hoffman of Princeton, WI; 14 nieces and nephews and 5 step-nieces and nephews; brothers-in-law, Ray (Barb) Keck of Berlin, WI, Richard Jelinek, Long Lake, WI ; sister-in-law, Jeanette (Buck) Jenkins of Mt. Pleasant, WI. Charlotte is preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Neal and Hubert Robinson. Charlotte had many beloved friends who will miss her dearly along with her family. Her unfailing smile, patience, kind spirit, and loving heart will always be remembered. Funeral services for Charlotte will be held at 11:00 a.m. June 15, 2020 at the United Methodist Church in Berlin officiated by Pastor Larry Rieck followed by Christian burial at Welsh Cemetery on Hwy. 49 outside of Berlin. The family would like to acknowledge Aspirus Hospice Care of Wausau, WI and Juliette Manor of Berlin, WI for the loving care given to Charlotte in her final months and days. The Wiecki-Skipchak Funeral home is assisting the family with arrangements. Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, certain precautions will be introduced at the church. Face masks are required, social distancing protocols followed, and “no contact” will be monitored and respected throughout the service. Also, in keeping with CDC guidelines, there will be no luncheon or fellowship following services.

Charlotte Keck

February 26, 1933 - May 30, 2020