Gilbert Plotkin

March 18, 1947 - June 14, 2024

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It was Gil’s wish that any memorial tributes be made in the form of charities to The Ronald McDonald House of Eastern Wisconsin.

Gilbert Plotkin b. Mar. 18, 1948 d. June 14, 2024

Son of Morris Plotkin and Rae (Kogan) Plotkin

Gil was a talented, self-taught musician, who performed locally and was esteemed for his fine voice and guitar playing. Music was his first love and he travelled extensively with a band in his youth. Gil studied Electrical Technology at the Milwaukee Area Technical College and had a General Radiotelephone Operator license from the FCC. He worked at the Medical College of Wisconsin starting in 2000. Among his positions he was the Supervisor of Teaching Facilities and Media and Production Support Technician. On his retirement in 2014 he resumed performing in public.

He leaves behind his beloved wife , Diana, her daughter Erin and granddaughter Emily as well as his adoring sister, Linda Plotkin, brother Jerry Plotkin and brother in law David Glaser.

Many thanks to the Young Family who have always been there over the years, all of the wonderful Lake Country group of musicians, thanks to Dick Woppert (“My Man”) for always being the best friend a guy could ever hope for. And, to all of the great musicians that Gil befriended over the years with the likes of Michael Johnson, Bill Camplin, Jason Klagstad and so many, many others over the years. Grateful to all.

It was Gil’s wish that any memorial tributes be made in the form of charities to The Ronald McDonald House of Eastern Wisconsin.

Krause Funeral Home & Cremation Services

Susie Bauer

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It was Gil’s wish that any memorial tributes be made in the form of charities to The Ronald McDonald House of Eastern Wisconsin.

Gilbert Plotkin b. Mar. 18, 1948 d. June 14, 2024 Son of Morris Plotkin and Rae (Kogan) Plotkin Gil was a talented, self-taught musician, who performed locally and was esteemed for his fine voice and guitar playing. Music was his first love and he travelled extensively with a band in his youth. Gil studied ElectricalContinue Reading

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I had the great pleasure of playing bass with Gil and Dick Woppert in The Muscatels-Blues Like Fine Wine. My musical education was dependent on insinuating my way into situations where I could learn from musicians much more accomplished than myself and those two, along with Terry Arbegust on guitar and Jaime Goldsmith on drums, were some of the best. Gil could play everything from Jeff Beck to Leo Kottke and somewhere along the way taught me how to finger pick. He could sing lead as well as great harmonies. often with Mr. Woppert. I'll always be grateful. For more on Gil check out the Blues River Cafe facebook page which includes pictures of Gil from the 70's. Sorry to say I'll miss Gil's memorial as I live in New Mexico.

I am heartbroken to hear of Gil's passing. We were co-workers at the Medical College and from work buddies we became close friends. My wife Susie and I got together with Gil and Diana on many delightful occasions. An accomplished musician and electronic whiz, Gil had a wry sense of humor and always a kind word for everyone. He will be so missed.

RIP dear wonderful, kind man. It was an honor & pleasure to know you. You will be sorely missed.

I first met Gil at an open mic at Mama D’s in Wales a number of years ago. We hit it off in conversation and I truly enjoyed his wit, which was right up my alley. His smooth vocals and jazz influenced fingerstyle playing was always impressive. Gil became part of the Oconomowoc area music crowd and he will be missed by those of us lucky enough to have known him.
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Gilbert Plotkin

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