Harold E. Bethke, 97, of Platteville, formerly of Cassville and Briggsville, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, July 16, after a brief illness.

Memorial services will be held at 4 p.m. on Friday, July 26, at the Platteville United Methodist Church at 1065 Lancaster Street, Plattville. Visitation will take place from 2 p.m. until the time of the service. The Melby Funeral Home & Crematory in Platteville is serving the family. Burial will be at Douglas Cemetery in Briggsville at a later date. Online condolences can be made at www.melbyfh.com or consider making a donation to your favorite charity in Harold’s honor.

A complete obituary is in the July 24, 2024 issue of The Platteville Journal and July 25th issue of the Grant County Herald Independent.