Lyle J. “Mr. P” Pelke, age 80 of Colfax, died Friday, August 2, 2024 at Mayo Clinic Health Systems-Eau Clarie with his family by his side.

Lyle was born on May 3, 1944 in Durand. He was the son of Norbert and Ann (Risler) Pelke. Lyle grew up in Durand and graduated from Durand High School in 1962. After high school, Lyle married Janet Lindstrom on August 17, 1963 in Pepin. They then moved to Racine where he started his long career in plumbing. They moved to Ashland and back to Durand in 1973 where he opened Pelke Plumbing with his brothers. In 1984, Lyle sold the business to his brothers and then began his second career, owning and operating the Whitetail Golf Course in Colfax. During Lyle and Janet’s ownership of the golf course, they turned Whitetail from a 9 hole course to an 18 hole course that has remained in their family for 40 years. Lyle and Janet retired in 2007.

Lyle enjoyed going for walks everyday, golfing, mowing, making maple syrup, putzing around the house and spending winters in Florida. Lyle and Janet enjoyed being around people and maintained friendships throughout their life’s travels, some for over 60 years. He also liked supporting his children and grandchildren, campfires, playing pinochle and following family football.

Lyle is survived by his wife of 60 years, Janet; daughters, Kim (Mary Griffin) Pelke of Norfolk, VA; Paula (Todd) Kieffer of Byron, MN; Bobbie Jo Miller of Colfax and Tonya (Rod) Carey of Carmel, IN; nine grandchildren, Krislin (Kyle “Bubba”); Dominic; Mariah (Paul); Laura (Eric); Lewis (Whitney); Krisha (Justin); Luke (Hailey); Kennedi and Charlie; five great grandchildren, siblings, Jerry (Marlene); Herb (Rose), both of Durand; Darlene (Ted) Joas of Eau Clarie; sister-in-law, Jane (Dennis) Pelke of Alma; sisters-in-law, Karen (Sam) Schroeder; Diane Lindstrom and Julie Lindstrom; brother-in-law, Randy (Becky) Lindstrom;  nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, son-in-law Scot Miller; brother, Glen Pelke; brothers-in-law, Gary and Steve Lindstrom.

Memorial Mass will be 11:00AM Friday, August 9, 2024 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Menomonie with Rev. John Mano officiating. Burial will be at a later date at the Lyster Cemetery in Nelson. Visitation will be from 10:00AM until the time of services at the church on Friday. A Celebration of Life will be held from 2:00PM to 6:00PM Friday, August 9, 2024 at the Whitetail Golf Course in Colfax.

Rhiel Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Menomonie, is serving the family.

Condolences

1. william&connie bacon August 23, 2024, at 11:51am

   So very sorry for your loss janet bill and connie loved listening to lyle and he was always fun to be around,we had some nice times in fl.will miss him dearly! the Bacons

2. Jim and Sandy Krueger August 16, 2024, at 7:01am

   Janet and family, so sorry to hear of Lyle's passing. Sending our Love and Sympathy as you go through this difficult time. God Bless.

3. Darice Walter August 12, 2024, at 5:06pm

   My sincerest condolences to Mrs. P & family. Such fond memories of Mr. P at the Hamptons “driveway bar”! RIP ❤️

4. Ruth (Powers) Heffernan August 9, 2024, at 8:00am

   Sorry to hear of your loss.

5. Dick and Ruth Doughty August 8, 2024, at 11:30am

   So sorry to hear about Lyle’s passing our thoughts and prayers are with you, Janet and family.

6. Karen Diane Sundstrom August 8, 2024, at 10:06am

   My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May you feel the special blessings of God's love.

   I have the feeling there is one more star in the sky tonight.

   With love, Karen Sundstrom

7. Dick and Sue Hansen August 7, 2024, at 3:03pm

   We are so very sorry for your loss, and my you find comfort and peace during this difficult time.
   Dick and Sue Hansen

8. Joe Schaeffer August 6, 2024, at 7:12pm

   So Sorry for your loss. Lyle had a great smile and a better laugh and a great family man. I still miss to this day the Sunday golf outings. RIP Lyle!!!

9. Fran Rabago August 6, 2024, at 11:24am

   Oh Mr P❣️ You will be missed. ????

10. Dan Vradenburg August 6, 2024, at 9:33am

    We will miss all the great times we had with Lyle. Laughing about all things, but mostly the kidding and big mouth jokes about each other’s lives. There will never be another Mr. P.
    Love, Dan and Connie

11. Don and Beth Brescacin August 5, 2024, at 10:03pm

    Sincere condolences to the Pelke clan. Lyle was a great friend and he will be missed. One of a kind! He was the best. ❤️

12. Jerry Richartz August 5, 2024, at 7:32pm

    My SYMPATHY to Janet and the family. I have many memories of golfing with LYLE at Whitetail/ ENJOYED many GREAT TIMES. He was one a kind! Also a great family man! ALTHOUGH HE HAD THE WORST GOLF SWINGS EVER !!! REST IN PEASE MY FRIEND.

13. Scott Thompson August 5, 2024, at 3:35pm

    to the memory of my second dad Lyle you gave a young kid a chance to excel in life, and Learn morals to guide my life in a manner that I am forever grateful you will always be my dad and we think of you lovingly with the compassion in heart that you showed me the world has lost a truly great human being that cared more of others than himself. I will miss you dad! your generosity to others will shine brightly on your memory love Scott and Vic

14. Bill Smith August 4, 2024, at 3:13pm

    My sincerest sympathies to Janet and the entire family. Lyle was a good friend, neighbor and a classmate for over 70 years. There were some long periods between visits as we aged, but when we did get together, it seemed like is was just yesterday.

15. Julie Serum August 4, 2024, at 1:20pm

    Thoughts and prayers to all the family.

16. Deb Vind August 4, 2024, at 11:10am

    Lyle, the Man with a SMILE!
    FUN, Funny & loved by many.
    It was a joy knowing him & entertaining guests with Showcase Entertainment. Lyle & Family made White Tail Golf a Family landmark.
    Hugs & Prayers to the Pelke Family.

17. ED NELSON August 4, 2024, at 9:57am

    Condolences to the Heike family!

18. Steve Slavich August 3, 2024, at 11:48pm

    Lyle was always fun to be around with jokes and a laugh that filled a room! Love for life and family was always evident and he will live on in many memories of mine from lots of rounds of golf and drinks at Whitetail with family and friends.. Rest easy Lyle!!

19. Marie Reynolds August 3, 2024, at 11:06pm

    Janet and family ,Phil and I are so sad to hear of Lyle’s passing, He was a good guy and loved a good laugh . We enjoyed his
    friendship while we spent our winters in Florida . Fly with the angels Lyle RIP

20. Barb Gibson August 3, 2024, at 5:43pm

    Sympathy to Janet and Families. Lyle prayers for you.

21. Michelle Olsen August 3, 2024, at 5:10pm

    So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.

22. Deanna Thompson and family, August 3, 2024, at 2:13pm

    Thinking of you all with lots of great memories. Rest in peace dear friend…Peace to you Janet and your families.

23. Mike August 3, 2024, at 1:23pm

    Lyle was a special guy that we were blessed to share time and conversation with. We will miss him. Our condolences to all the family.
    Mike, Jada, Kyra

24. Bob and Janet Simpson August 3, 2024, at 1:00pm

    So sorry to hear about Kyle. RIP!

25. Clara Kobs August 3, 2024, at 12:39pm

    Janet and family..Dar and I remember some of the fun times we had with you and Lyle..Especially our trip down the Misissippi with you guys, Audrey and Bob and others. And, eating at Miss Piggy's in Lacrosse..Hearts and prayers go out to you and family

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