Sheila G Panke, age 78, passed away at her home in Onalaska WI on Wednesday February 26th 2025.

A life-long resident of the La Crosse/Onalaska area. Sheila’ s love of her pets was second only to the love of her family. She was the owner/operator of Elite Kibble until her retirement in 2013.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years Fred Panke and 2 sons Jeffery Panke and Kevin Panke.

Sheila is survived by her brother, Tom (LuAnn) Silver; 5 grandchildren, Anthony Panke, Alyssa Panke, Kelsey (Jon) Zamora, Jordan (Lainey) Panke, and Corbin Panke; 2 great-grandchildren, Everly and Havi; 3 nieces, Tania (Ryan) Noll, Tina (Aaron) Bialzik, and Tara (Brandon) Brown and 6 great-nieces and nephews.

The family would like to extend our thanks to Marcie Jenson for being such a special friend.

In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to the Coulee region Humane society.

Memorial services will be announced at a later date.

Coulee Region Cremation Group is assisting the family during this difficult time.