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Recent Obituaries in Racine, WI

Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the Racine, WI area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.

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A. Hinkle

A. Hinkle

Sep 17, 2008

Genevieve A. Hinkle(nee: Fink)Racine- Genevieve A. Hinkle, 69, passed away at her residence on Wednesday, September 17, 2008.Gen was born in Wisconsin on April 16, 1939. She married Kenneth Hinkle and they shared 44 years of marriage together. Gen liked cats and spending time with her family. She was the best wife and mother on earth and a source of...

Doris Lawler

Doris Lawler

Sep 9, 2008

Doris LawlerKenosha- Doris Lawler, 50, passed away at Washington Manor on Tuesday, September 9, 2008.Doris was born in Cudahy on May 26, 1958 to Sherman and Karen (nee: Petersen) Lawler. She was employed as a reconcilement assistant at US Bank. Doris Enjoyed Star Trek, Winnie the Pooh, and spending time with her family.. Doris is survived by her siblings, Shirley...

Lorraine Ferraro

Lorraine Ferraro

Sep 6, 2008

Lorraine A. 'Lucky' FerraroRacine - Lorraine A. 'Lucky' (nee, Antolovich) Ferraro, 80, passed away at the home of her son, Sam, on Saturday, September 6, 2008.Lucky was born on February 24, 1928 to Frank and Helen (nee, Roland) Antolovich, Sr. She married Ernest Ferraro on May 12, 1951. He preceded her in death on May 23, 2003. Lucky was employed...

Milutin Simic

Milutin Simic

Sep 4, 2008

Milutin Simic Racine - Milutin Simic, 55, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan all Saints on Thursday, September 4, 2008. Milutin was born in Bosnia on September 16, 1952 to Radovan and Rosa (nee, Markovic) Simic. He married the former Pamela Krause in Waukegan on September 27, 1972. Milutin was employed by CNH for the past 17 years. He loved sports...

Beverly Staaden

Beverly Staaden

Aug 28, 2008

Beverly J. Staaden Racine - Beverly J. (nee, LaFreniere) Staaden, 76, passed away at Lincoln Village Convalescent Center on Thursday, August 28, 2008. Bev was born on Escanaba, MI on November 13, 1931 to Ernest and Madeleine (nee, Berens) LaFreniere. She married James F. Staaden who preceded her in death on August 28, 1997. Bev retired from Insinkerator after more...

Barbara Fink

Barbara Fink

Aug 26, 2008

Barbara S. Fink Racine- Barbara S. Fink, 75, passed away at her Residence on Tuesday, August 26, 2008.Barbara was born in Leeds, England on February 10, 1933 to George and Ann (nee: Hill) Robson. She married Roger D. Fink at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church on November 27, 1965. Barbara was a member of Trinity Evangelical Church and was past secretary...

John Spaeth

John Spaeth

Aug 14, 2008

John Louis Spaeth Racine - John Louis Spaeth was born in New York City on May 23, 1941 to the late Camille and Ida (nee, Therrien) Spaeth. He died August 14, 2008 at age 67 at his home in Racine, WI. He was raised in Yonkers, NY and was a graduate of SUATI, Farmington, NY (AAS); University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, WI...

Nadia Londre'

Nadia Londre'

Aug 12, 2008

Nadia Sue Londre' Racine - Nadia Sue Londre', 28, shortly after receiving communion, peacefully passed away at her home on Tuesday, August 12, 2008. Nadia was born in Racine on September 18, 1979 to Ronald J. and Sue K. (nee, Jensen) Londre'. She graduated from UW-Parkside. Nadia was a member of Holy Communion Lutheran Church. She was very strong spiritually...

Audrey Hanawalt

Audrey Hanawalt

Aug 12, 2008

Audrey Hanawalt Racine- Audrey Hanawalt, 90, passed away at Hospice Alliance Hospice House in Pleasant Prairie. Audrey was born in Unity, WI on November 16, 1917 to James and Beulah (nee: Wicks) Hanawalt. She was employed by as a credit manager at Webster Electric for over 40 years retiring in 1977. Audrey enjoyed traveling to Chicago, Seattle and New Orleans....

Shirley Bendix

Shirley Bendix

Aug 3, 2008

Shirley Mae Bendix Manitowoc - Shirley Mae Bendix, 79, formerly of Racine, passed away at St. Vincent's Hospital in Green Bay on Sunday, August 3, 2008. Shirley was born in Racine on October 20, 1928 to Birger and Mildred (nee, Linstroth) Helgesen. She married Donald A. Bendix who preceded her in death. Shirley was a very caring person and was...

Bradley Kuehnemann

Bradley Kuehnemann

Jul 26, 2008

Bradley F. KuehnemannRacine- Bradley f. Kuehnemann, 58, passed away at Hospice Alliance Hospice House. Bradley was born in Racine on June 17, 1950 to Herbert and Yolanda (nee: Miliano) Kuehnemann. He was employed as a draftsman at Walker Manufacturing until his retirement. Bradley is survived by his mother, Yolanda Kuehnemann; brothers, Herbert (Margaret) Kuehnemann and Terry (Melody) Kuehnemann; niece and...

Delores Weidner

Delores Weidner

Jul 25, 2008

Delores Jean 'Dee' WeidnerRacine- Delores Jean 'Dee' Weidner, 57, passed away at her home on Friday, July 25, 2008 with her family by her side. Delores was born in Racine on February 4, 1951 to Arnold and Bernice (nee: Burant) Weidner. She was employed by the City of Racine and Racine County. Most recently she was employed with Mayflower Tours...

James Emmerling

James Emmerling

Jul 24, 2008

Racine- James J. Emmerling, 76, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare on Thursday, July 24, 2008 with his family at his side. James was born in Burlington on May 3, 1932 to Edward and Elizabeth (nee:Vogel) Emmerling. He served in country in the United States Army in Korea. James was employed by the City of Racine Park and Recreation Department....

Harold Angel

Harold Angel

Jul 22, 2008

Harold B. AngelRacine- Harold B. Angel, 94 passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Tuesday, July 22, 2008. Harold was born in Chicago, IL on March 29, 1914 to Robert and Elizabeth (nee, Murphy) Angel. He has been a resident of Racine since 1920. Harold married the former Gertrude Bruton. She preceded him in death in 1981. Harold was...

Joyce Volpintesta

Joyce Volpintesta

Jul 19, 2008

Joyce L. Volpintesta Racine - Joyce L. Volpintesta, nee Tully, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, July 19, 2008.Joyce was born in Racine on January 2, 1927. She married Anthony V. Volpintesta on November 10, 1948. He preceded her in death on July 7, 2003. Joyce was a simple women, who found pleasure in the simplest things in...

Norma Anderson

Norma Anderson

Jul 6, 2008

Norma Jean AndersonRacine - Norma Jean (nee: Sahagian) Anderson, 85, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Sunday, July 6, 2008.Norma was born in Racine on May 7, 1923, the daughter of Alexander and Agkavin Sahagian. Norma was the beloved wife of Lyle Anderson who preceded her in death in 1984. She was also preceded in death by her...

Scott Parr

Scott Parr

Jun 29, 2008

Scott L. ParrRacine- Scott L. Parr, 44, passed away at his residence on Sunday, June 29, 2008.Scott was born in Racine on November 21, 1963 to Eugene and Marilyn (nee: Wetzel) Parr. He liked to spend his free time working on cars. Scott especially enjoyed building demo derby cars. Scott was a giving man who was always willing to lend...

Marion Esser

Marion Esser

Jun 27, 2008

Marion E. EsserRacine- Marion E. Esser (nee: Patrick), 83, passed away at Lincoln Village Convalescent Center on Friday, June 27, 2007 with her family at her side.Marion was born in Racine on May 31, 1925 to Walter and Marie (nee: Flynn) Patrick. She attended Mitchell school and Park high school. Marion was proud to be selected as the first female...

Monrad Alstad

Monrad Alstad

Jun 19, 2008

Monrad E. AlstadMonrad E. 'Monnie' Alstad, age 72, of Monico died on Thursday, June 19, 2008 at his home. Monnie was born on February 14, 1936 in Racine, Wisconsin to Einer and Amanda (Harthun) Alstad. Monnie attended Lutheran High School in Racine. Upon graduation in 1954, he joined the United States Marine Corps from which he was honorably discharged in...

Romayne Ruppel

Romayne Ruppel

Jun 19, 2008

RoMayne M. Ruppel Racine - RoMayne M. (nee, Thornton) Ruppel, 92, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare on Thursday, June 19, 2008. RoMayne was born in Racine on August 30, 1915 to Clarence and Johanna (nee, Schatz) Thornton. She grew up in Suring, WI before returning to Racine. RoMayne married Alex Ruppel on May 14, 1938. He preceded her in...

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