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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Edward Gessner
Jul 3, 2007
Edward F. Gessner Racine - Edward F. Gessner, 80, passed away at his home on Tuesday, July 3, 2007. Ed was born in Chicago, IL on January 6, 1927 to Frederick and Caroline (nee, Smith) Gessner. He married the former Lorraine G. Redfern. She preceded him in death on December 2, 2004. On September 23, 2006 he married the former...
Todd Sandleback
Jun 27, 2007
Todd E. SandlebackRacine- Todd E. Sandleback, age 65, passed away peacefully in his sleep at the home of his daughter in West Bend on Wednesday, June 27, 2007.Todd was born on Pearl Harbor Day, December 7, 1941 in Prairie du Chien to Edward and Helene (nee: Pohlman) Sandleback . He served in the United States Navy in Company 419 on...
Richard Sieger
Jun 25, 2007
Richard Herman Sieger Union Grove - Richard Herman Sieger, 75, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Monday, June 25, 2007. Richard was born in Racine on October 14, 1931 to Amos J. and Alice E. (nee, Wittkowski) Sieger. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. Richard retired from Modine Manufacturing after more than 30 years...
Carol Conte
Jun 24, 2007
Carol J. Conte Racine - Carol J. Conte, nee, Hommerding, 63, passed away at Zilber Family Hospice in Wauwatosa on Sunday, June 24, 2007. Carol was born in Racine on July 7, 1943. She was united in marriage to James P. Conte, Sr. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church on June 29, 1968. She was employed as a legal secretary by...
Delores Abrahamson
Jun 24, 2007
Delores M. Abrahamson Racine Delores M. Abrahamson, nee, Engel, 78, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Sunday, June 24, 2007. Delores was born in Racine on December 28, 1928 to Allen C. and Myrtle V. (nee, Kalaski) Engel. She was united in marriage to Raymond J. Abrahamson on July 31, 1948. He preceded her in death on January...
Herbert Boerger
Jun 21, 2007
Herbert F. Boerger Racine - Herbert F. Boerger, 97, passed away at Lincoln Village Convalescent Center on Thursday, June 21, 2007. Herb was born in Racine on February 24, 1910. He married the former Esther Pannier in Granton, WI on September 15, 1934. She preceded him in death on December 23, 1996. Herb was a very active member of St....
Frank Sharkozy
Jun 17, 2007
Frank Andrew Sharkozy'Andy' Frank Andrew 'Andy' Sharkozy, 15, passed away on Sunday, June 17, 2007. Andy was born in Racine on February 15, 1992 to Frank Paul Sharkozy and Vicki Ann (nee, Murphy) Metz. Andy was a recent graduate of 8th grade at Jerstad Agerholm Middle School. He loved playing video games and all types of sports, especially basketball and...
Edwin Selky
Jun 14, 2007
Edwin H. Selky Racine - Edwin H. Selky, 78, passed away at his home on Thursday, June 14, 2007. Ed was born in Racine on December 29, 1928 to Herman and Mary (nee, Boblitz) Selky. He was united in marriage to the former Bette E. Lampman in Colorado Springs, CO on April 6, 1951. Ed served in the U.S. Army...
Margaret Christensen
Jun 13, 2007
Margaret ChristensenRacine- Margaret Rose Christensen (nee: Schuppe) daughter of George and Catherine born August 10, 1927 died June 13, 2007 after a courageous battle with cancer. Family, Faith, and friends brought joy and guided her life. A devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, great aunt, and friend. Family was her inspiration. A devout member of Emmaus Lutheran...
Dorothea Olle
Jun 11, 2007
Dorothea Marie Olle Racine - Dorothea Marie Olle, nee, Jacob, 94, passed away peacefully into the Lord's arms on Monday, June 11, 2007 at Lincoln Village Convalescent Center. Dorothea was born in Caledonia on February 25, 1913 to Herman and Wilhelmina (nee, Helwig) Jacob. She was united in marriage to Ralph W. Olle on November 30, 1935 at Trinity Lutheran...
Ruth Hueffner
Jun 9, 2007
Ruth E. Hueffner Racine - Ruth E. Hueffner, nee Schilder, 84, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Saturday, June 9, 2007. Ruth was born in Germany on June 26, 1922 to Max and Martha Schilder. She married George S. Hueffner in Racine on July 3, 1965. Ruth, a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, was an energetic, caring, generous...
Merritt Healy
Jun 7, 2007
Merritt Healy Racine- Merritt Healy, 20, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare on Thursday, June 7, 2007 due to a motorcycle accident.Merritt was born in West Allis on February 22, 1987. He enjoyed working out, riding his motorcycle, and was an excellent cook. Merritt was good with kids and was always willing to help others even in death he helped...
Todd Simonsen
Jun 6, 2007
Todd W. SimonsenRacine- Todd W. Simonsen, 47, died peacefully at Froedtert Hospital on June 6, 2007 after complications resulting from Lymphoma.Todd was born in Racine on December 10, 1959 to George and Laverne (nee: Radtke) Simonsen. A lifelong resident of Racine, Todd consistently exerted leadership in all he was involved in. He graduated from the University of Iowa, Iowa City...
Georgene George
Jun 4, 2007
Georgene R. George'GG' Racine- Georgene 'GG' George, 79, died at her home on Monday, June 4, 2007.GG was born in Racine, daughter of Fred and Vlasta Oertel September 25, 1927. Georgene married Leo George on Valentine's Day, 1948.She is survived by a daughter, Lorna George and son, Michael (Renee) George, grandchildren, Dayton, Miranda, Jessica, Brandon, Bryan, Jena, and Aliyah, sisters...
Cameron Smith
Jun 3, 2007
Cameron V. Smith, Ph.D. Racine - Cameron V. Smith, Ph.D., 89, formerly of Okoboji, IA, passed away at home on Sunday, June 3, 2007. Cam was born in Okoboji, IA on January 19, 1918 to Roy and Beth (nee, Allen) Smith. Cam graduated from Arnolds Park High School before attending William Penn College in Oskaloosa, IA. While at William Penn,...
Donald Greening
May 26, 2007
Donald R. Greening Racine - Donald R. Greening, 78, passed from his wife's arms into the arms of the Lord on Saturday morning, May 26, 2007 at his home.Don was born in Kenosha on September 19, 1928 to Herbert and Agnetta (nee: Kluberg) Greening. He married the former Virginia 'Carla' Grigson in Racine on October 11, 1976. Don was employed...
Beverly Hamilton
May 25, 2007
Beverly J. HamiltonKenosha- Beverly J. Hamilton, 79, passed away at Beverly Living Center on Friday, May 25, 2007.Beverly was born on July 10, 1927 to Walter and Emma (nee: Parlow) Mason. She enjoyed fishing, reading, and baking. Her greatest joy was spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.Beverly is survived by her children, Randy (Marilyn) Hamilton, Thomas Hamilton, Karen...
Mary Moore
May 19, 2007
Mary W. Moore'Remember the word to your servant, upon which you has caused me to hope. This is my comfort in my affliction, for your word has given me life.' Psalm 119:49-50Mary Walter Moore, 80, embraced God's comfort and entered into eternal rest on Saturday, May 19, 2007. Mary Walter Darwin was the fourth child born to the union of...
Raman Rangarajan
May 12, 2007
Raman RangarajanRacine- Raman Rangarajan, 63, died Saturday, May 12, 2007 at Wheaton Franciscan Medical Center. Raman was born in Bangalore, India on November 1, 1943 to Sakunthala and Aravamudhan Rangarajan. He was the loving husband of Jaisree and the adoring father of Krsna and Rohit. Raman received his undergraduate degree from Vivekananda College in Madras, India. He received graduate degrees...
Francis Bagley
May 10, 2007
Francis Henry Bagley, Jr.Racine- Francis Henry Bagley died May 10, 2007 at the Wisconsin Veteran's Home in Union Grove.Mr. Bagley was born November 1, 1918 in Louisville, Kentucky to Francis and Mary (Dasch) Bagley. Frank was a World War II Navy Veteran who saw extensive action while on the USS Herndon, a destroyer. The ship earned the nickname the 'Lucky...
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