Kenneth Vetrovec
Jul 6, 2009
Kenneth A. Vetrovec Racine – Kenneth A. Vetrovec, 59, passed away in Ely, NV on Monday, July 6, 2009. Ken was born in Berwyn, IL on March 9, 1950 to Laddie and Evelyn (nee, Kyhas) Vetrovec. He married the former Janet Winkel in Racine on October 25, 1975. Ken spent the last five years as Executive Director of Gateway Technical...
Elsie Krenzke
Jul 6, 2009
Elsie KrenzkeRacine- Elsie Krenzke, 94, passed away at Lincoln Village Convalescent Center on Monday, July 6, 2009.Elsie was born in Racine on December 13, 1914, to William and Martha (nee: Bartz) Krenzke. She attended school in Racine graduating from Horlick High School. Elsie continued her education at Moore's College in the secretarial program. She then went to work as an...
Lorraine Flancher
Jul 2, 2009
Lorraine M. FlancherCleveland, TN- Lorraine M. Flancher formerly of Racine passed away on Thursday, July 2, 2009She is survived by her husband of 53 years Chester Flancher of Cleveland, TN; daughters; September (Rodney) Johnson of Cleveland, TN and April Stimson of Tinley Park, IL; grandchildren, D.J Johnson of Cleveland, TN and Lori A. Stimson of Dallas, TX. Lorraine was preceded...
Thomas Hanson
Jun 29, 2009
Thomas E. Hanson Racine- Thomas E. Hanson, 56, passed away on Monday, June 29, 2009 at Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center following a brief battle with a rare form of Pneumonia following surgery.Tom was born in Racine on September 10, 1952, the son of Leland "Lee" Hanson and Dolores "Dee" Hanson. After graduating from Salem Central High School in...
John Callaway
Jun 23, 2009
John Douglas Callaway Racine – John Douglas Callaway, 72, passed away on June 23, 2009. John was born in New Martinsville, WV on August 22, 1936. He married Sandy Callaway in 1998 on Valentine's Day and has lived in the Racine area for the past 9 years. Among many other journalistic feats, John was the long-time host of "Chicago Tonight"...
Sylvia Contreras
Jun 14, 2009
Sylvia Contreras Racine – Sylvia Contreras, 64, went to be with her Lord on Sunday, June 14, 2009 with her family by her side. A Mass for Sylvia will be held at Cristo Rey Parish, 8th Street & College Avenue, on Thursday, June 18, 2009 at 7 p.m. celebrated by Rev. Roberto McGlinn. Relatives and friends may meet with the...
Anthony Delaat
Jun 12, 2009
Racine – Anthony J. DeLaat, Jr., 60, passed away at his home on Friday, June 12, 2009.Tony was born in Racine on August 15, 1948 to Anthony J. and Jenidean (nee, Southern) DeLaat, Sr. Tony was employed by J.I. Case Company for over 30 years where he was a proud and active member of UAW Local 180.Tony is survived by...
Theodore Zagar
Jun 12, 2009
Racine – Theodore A. "Ted" Zagar, 76, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Friday, June 12, 2009.Ted was born in Racine on September 8, 1932 to Anthony and Tina (nee, Jensen) Zagar. Ted graduated from Park High School and attended U.S.C. while serving in the U.S. Air Force. On August 18, 1956 he married the former Barbara Simon...
Thomas Shields
Jun 6, 2009
Racine – Thomas "Van" VanBrunt Shields, 69, passed away peacefully at his new home on Saturday, June 6, 2009.Van was born in Racine on October 26, 1939. He proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corp. Infantry. He was also an outstanding runner, earning many awards during high school and his time with the Marine Corp. Track Team. Van retired from...
Mary Wunsch
Jun 4, 2009
Racine – Mary Jule (nee, Brodell) Wunsch, 60, passed away at Wheaton-Franciscan All Saints on Thursday, June 4, 2009.Mary was born in Racine on February 22, 1949 to Donald and Kathleen (nee, McGuire) Brodell. She retired in 2006 from S.C. Johnson & Sons after more than 36 years of service and was a member of the 20 Year Club. Mary...
Leslie Jacob
May 30, 2009
Racine – Leslie Jacob, 81, went to be with his Lord on Saturday, May 30, 2009.Leslie was born in Racine on July 10, 1927 son of the late Andrew and Elizabeth Jacob. He was united in marriage to the former Antoinette "Pat" Pawlowsky on April 26, 1958. Leslie served in the U.S. Army at the end of World War II....
Leo Pucely
May 27, 2009
Racine – Leo J. Pucely, 95, passed away at his home on Wednesday, May 27, 2009.Leo was born in Racine on December 17, 1913 to John and Jennie (Yarina) Pucely. Leo loved the farm where he lived his entire life. He spent most of his life farming and working at various manufacturing companies. He loved to spend time walking on...
Gloria Laschiava
May 27, 2009
Racine- Gloria L. "Marty" LaSchiava, 71, passed away at Lincoln Village Convalescent Center on Wednesday, May 27, 2009.Marty was born in Racine on September 21, 1937 to Frederick and Ella (nee: Nelson) Paeth. She worked for Andis Clipper until her retirement. Marty enjoyed puzzles and going to the Theater Guild. She was a Rat Pack and Frank Sinatra fan. Most...
Martin Terpstra
May 24, 2009
Racine – Martin Terpstra, 89, passed away at Ridgewood Care Center on Sunday, May 24, 2009.Marty was born in Racine on August 28, 1919 to Martin and Jennie (nee, Krotz) Terpstra. He married the former Lois Neu who preceded him in death. Marty enlisted in the Army in December 1942 and was assigned to the 39th Combat Engineer Battalion where...
Andrew Schaefer
May 22, 2009
Racine – Andrew B. Schaefer, 80, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare on Friday, May 22, 2009.Andy was born in Racine on January 20, 1929 to Mikel and Marie (nee, Petz) Schaefer. He married the former Florence L. Krueger. She preceded him in death on July 29, 1996. Andy was a massage therapist for the West Suburban YMCA in Wauwatosa,...
Floyd Welch
May 17, 2009
Floyd L. WelchRacine- Floyd L. Welch, 87, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare on Sunday, May 17, 2009.Floyd was born in Kingsford, MI on May 20, 1921 to Leo and Margaret (nee: Difatte) Welch. He served in the United States Marine during WWII. Floyd married Eleanor Tribble on June 18, 1946 at Atonement Lutheran Church. She preceded him in death...
Beverly Holbus
May 13, 2009
Beverly Ann Holbus Racine - Surrounded by her family, Beverly Ann (nee, Mertins) Holbus passed away peacefully at Kindred Hospital in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on Wednesday, May 13, 2009. Beverly was born in Racine on July 15, 1927 to William A. and Ann (nee, Petersen) Mertins. She married Edward Holbus in Racine on June 25, 1948 and was blessed with over...
Brenda Feick
May 13, 2009
Brenda Feick Racine - Brenda (nee, Beckman) Feick, 64, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare on Wednesday, May 13, 2009 surrounded by her family. Brenda was born in Duluth, MN on March 1, 1945 to Gayle and Norma (nee, Ohlund) Beckman. She and Thomas Feick were united in marriage on March 5, 1966. Brenda was employed by Wheaton Franciscan healthcare...
Margaret Peterson
May 9, 2009
Marjorie M. Peterson'Pat' Racine - Marjorie M. Peterson, 79, passed away on Saturday, May 9, 2009 at Willowgreen Assisted Living. Pat was born in Racine on January 9, 1930 to Victor and Dorothy (nee, Caspers) Pier. She has been a lifelong Racine resident. Pat married Donald W. Peterson in Racine on September 17, 1976. Pat was office manager for Dr....
Roger Houle
May 8, 2009
Roger S. HouleRacine- Roger S. Houle, 65, passed away at Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center on Friday, May 8, 2009.Roger was born in Escanaba, MI on August 24, 1943. He served his country in the United States Navy during Vietnam aboard the U.S.S. Wainwright. Roger married Lou Ann Olson in Milwaukee on August 30, 1969. He owned the Corner...
