Kenosha – Martin Edward Turek, 91, known to all as "Jake", received the promise of eternal life on Tuesday, October 31, 2017.  He was born in Ashland, WI, on November 11, 1925, son of the late Jacob and Tillie Turek.

Jake was united in marriage to the former Dolores Depp on November 2, 1946, in Racine.  Dolores preceded him in death on March 7, 2002.

Jake was a machine repairman for Bosch until his retirement.  He proudly and faithfully served his country in the United States Navy during World War II.  Jake was honored to be able to take the trip to Washington D.C. on the Honor Flight in November 2015.  He enjoyed hunting and fishing especially in Necedah where he and Dolores lived for many years.

Jake leaves to cherish his memory, his son, Michael (Kathy) Turek of Kenosha; grandchildren, Shelly Turek of Racine; Karl (Sarah) Turek of Milwaukee, Jeff (Aurora) Turek of Kenosha; great-grandchildren, Tyler, Baylee, Destiny, CiPriani "Cici", James, Cade; former daughter-in-law, Sharman Hyatt; sisters-in-law, Jackie Plantz of Neshkoro, WI, Meryl Turek of Sun Prairie, WI; other nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

In addition to his parents and wife, Jake is preceded in death by his son, James Turek; and 10 brothers and sisters.

A private memorial service will be held for the family at Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery.

The family would like to extend a heart-felt "Thank You" to the staff at Heartland Hospice, especially to Cindy and Sierra, for the love and care given to Jake during this difficult time.