Obituaries

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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Rose Staszewski

Rose Staszewski

Feb 12, 2008

Rose B. StaszewskiRacine- Rose B. Staszewski, 91, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare on Tuesday, February 12, 2008.Rose was born in Cook County, Illinois on August 4, 1916 to Joseph and Rose (nee: Caruso) Perino. On September 2, 1950 she was united in marriage to Walter Staszewski. He preceded her in death in February 2000. Rose enjoyed playing bingo and...

Catherine Hager

Catherine Hager

Feb 5, 2008

Catherine Ann Hager RACINE - Catherine Ann Hager, 66, passed away at her home on February 5, 2008, with her family at her side. A lifelong Racine resident, Cathy was born on November 28, 1941, to John and Catherine Gladys (nee, LaPour) Powers. A teacher for many years, Cathy began and ended her career in education at Jefferson Lighthouse School....

Lucy Derderian

Lucy Derderian

Feb 5, 2008

Lucy Derderian Racine - Lucy Derderian, 85, passed away at Ridgewood Care Center on Tuesday, February 5, 2008. Lucy was born in Racine on February 28, 1922 to Serabian and Serphue (nee, DerHovsepian) Derderian. She has been a lifelong Racine resident. Lucy graduated from Horlick High School in 1940. She went on to receive her Bachelor Degree in Nursing from...

Marilyn Cooper

Marilyn Cooper

Feb 3, 2008

Marilyn M. Cooper Racine - Marilyn M. Cooper, 76, passed away at Lakeshore Manor on Sunday, February 3, 2008. Marilyn was born on July 7, 1931 to Russell and Opal (nee, McVay) Strahl. Marilyn was a very strong and giving person. She always put others before herself. Marilyn is survived by her children, Randal Cooper, Kevin (Mary) Cooper and Sharon...

Olson Dorothy

Olson Dorothy

Feb 2, 2008

Dorothy J. OlsonRacine- Dorothy J. Olson, 89, passed away on Saturday, February 2, 2008 at Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare with her family by her side.Dorothy was born in Racine on December 10, 1918 to Ervin C. and Hannah (nee: Pansch) Koehler. On September 6, 1941 she married Marvin W. Olson. Dorothy was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church. She enjoyed golf...

Darlene Muffick

Darlene Muffick

Feb 1, 2008

Darlene J. Muffick Racine - Darlene J. (nee, Hanson) Muffick, 74, passed away at her home on Friday, February 1, 2008. Darlene was born in Racine on May 12, 1933 to Floyd and Helen (nee, Hansen) Hanson. She married Keith Muffick at Lutheran Church of the Redeemer on June 21, 1952, recently celebrating 55 years of marriage. Darlene retired from...

Ronald Beasley

Ronald Beasley

Feb 1, 2008

Ronald L. Beasley, Jr.Racine- Ronald L. Beasley, Jr., 48, passed away at his residence on Friday, February 1, 2008. Ron was born in California to Ronald and Bernadine (nee: Kilby) Beasley. He married Mary Morton in 2000. Ron was a handy man who enjoyed fixing things for his family. He enjoyed spending time with his children, grandchildren, and his Pit...

Jordan Reynolds

Jordan Reynolds

Jan 29, 2008

Jordan J. Reynolds Racine - Jordan J. Reynolds, 18, passed away at his home on Tuesday, January 29, 2008. Jordan was born in Racine on July 9, 1989 to Ricki and Dawn (nee, Kroes) Reynolds. He attended Horlick High School where he played football. Sports was Jordan's life. He was an avid fan and had played baseball and football with...

Alice Krenzke

Alice Krenzke

Jan 27, 2008

Alice M. KrenzkeRacine- Alice M. Krenzke, 89, passed away at Zilber Family Hospice in Wauwatosa on Sunday, January 27, 2008. Alice was born in Racine on July 22, 1918 to Christian Daniel and Clara (nee; Poulson) Hahn. She attended school in Racine and graduated with a teaching degree from Whitewater College in 1940. Alice married Richard Krenzke on June 14,...

Kristy Gatzke

Kristy Gatzke

Jan 24, 2008

Kristy Kaye Gatzke Racine - Kristy Kaye Gatzke, 37, received her angel wings on Thursday January 24, 2008, peacefully, surrounded by her family following complications from childhood Leukemia.Kristy was born in Racine on October 11, 1970 to Jay and Mary (nee, Bauman) Gatzke. Kristy loved football. She was a Badger fan and loved rooting for the Steelers and the Eagles....

Ruth Luedtke

Ruth Luedtke

Jan 24, 2008

Ruth Luedtke Racine - Ruth Luedtke, passed away on Thursday, January 24, 2008. Ruth was born in Racine on February 4, 1921 to Mr. & Mrs. John W. Thielen. She married Frank Luedtke on November 22, 1941. Ruth was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. She loved to travel and spend time fishing with Frank. Ruth dedicated her life...

Victor Deno

Victor Deno

Jan 23, 2008

Victor Deno Racine - Victor Deno, 82, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Wednesday, January 23, 2008. Vic was born in Escanaba, MI on October 10, 1925 to Noe and Mae (nee, Langenfeld) Deno. He married the former Gloria Mae Rumage on April 14, 1951. She preceded him in death on January 30, 2004. Vic served his country...

Shirley Mourad

Shirley Mourad

Jan 22, 2008

Shirley Sedgwick Mourad Racine - Shirley Sedgwick Mourad, 90, received her Angel wings on Tuesday, January 22, 2008. Shirley was born in Chicago, Illinois on April 15, 1917 to Jesse and Helen (nee, Farrow) Galloway. She married John Sedgwick who preceded her in death in 1969. Shirley then married Robert Mourad who preceded her in death in 2001. Shirley had...

Mitchell Arents

Mitchell Arents

Jan 21, 2008

Mitchell C. Arents Racine - Mitchell C. Arents, 54, passed away at his home on Monday, January 21, 2008. Mitch was born in Racine on August 1, 1953 to LeRoy and Julie (nee, Gerve) Arents. He married the former Pam Tieze. Mitch was employed by Harley Davidson in Milwaukee. He was an avid sports fan especially the Packers. He loved...

Craig Wyszynski

Craig Wyszynski

Jan 18, 2008

Craig M. WyszynskiRacine- Craig M. Wyszynski, 57, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare on Friday, January 18, 2008.Craig was born in Racine on May 13, 1950 to Marion and Delphia (nee: Gullickson) Wyszynski. He was tool and die maker by trade. Craig was an avid hunter and fisherman, and enjoyed doing taxidermy. He liked to watch and bid on the...

John Schimanski

John Schimanski

Jan 12, 2008

John J.Schimanski, Sr.(The Mister)Racine - John J. Schimanski, Sr.(The Mister), 68, passed away at his home on Saturday, January 12, 2008.John was born in Racine on November 9, 1939 to Paul and Pearl Schimanski. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1956 until 1960. On January 12,1963, John was united in marriage to Catherine 'Sue' Erway. He was employed by...

Marilyn Bodeau

Marilyn Bodeau

Jan 9, 2008

Marilyn Ann Bodeau(nee: Borke)Racine- Marilyn Ann Bodeau, 70, passed away at her residence on January 9, 2008.She was born in Racine on February 4, 1937 to William and Elizabeth (nee: Spanbauer) Borke. Marilyn lived in the Racine area all her life. She graduated from Horlick High School in 1955. Marilyn was united in marriage to Paul S. Bodeau on June...

Joyce James

Joyce James

Jan 7, 2008

Joyce E. JamesRacine- Joyce E. James, 87, passed away peacefully at the Veterans Center in Union Grove on Monday, January 7, 2008.Joyce was born in Racine on July 10, 1920 to Arthur and Clara (nee: Berg) Matson. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. Joyce was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother. She will be deeply missed.Survivors include...

David Fuchs

David Fuchs

Jan 7, 2008

David A. Fuchs Racine - David A. Fuchs, 22, passed away on Monday, January 7, 2008. David was born in Racine on March 5, 1985 to Howard and Sandy (nee, Carr) Fuchs. He graduated from Wm. Horlick High School in 2003. David was formerly employed by InSinkErator and most recently with Midland Container Corp. Though he has passed and will...

Hazel Gordon

Hazel Gordon

Jan 5, 2008

Hazel E. Gordon Racine - Hazel E. (nee, Hein) Gordon, 95, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare on Saturday, January 5, 2008. Hazel was born in Dane County, WI on October 31, 1912 to Albert C. and Ida (nee, Splittgerber) Hein. She lived in Rockford, IL, moving to Racine in 1994. Hazel received her Bachelor of Education from Whitewater State...

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