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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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Veronica Fodor

Veronica Fodor

May 5, 2023

Veronica Fodor Mount Pleasant- Veronica Fodor, nee Marinac, 98, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, May 5, 2023. Veronica was born in Racine on August 26, 1924, to Matthew and Mary Marinac. She married William Fodor on June 28, 1947. He preceded her in death on September 16, 1985. Veronica was employed by Western Printing Company for 5...

Josephine Brooks

Josephine Brooks

May 2, 2023

Josephine Brooks (nee: Cribari) Racine- Josephine Brooks, 98, passed away peacefully at the Pillars at Crystal Bay on Tuesday, May 2, 2023. Josephine was born in Racine on April 28, 1925, to Albert and Concetta (nee; Fallico) Cribari. She married Joseph L Brooks in Racine on September 25, 1948. He preceded her in death on August 23, 1999 after 50...

Phillip Sheldon

Phillip Sheldon

Apr 18, 2023

Racine- Phillip R. Sheldon Jr., 83, formerly of Rhinelander, passed away on Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at Ignite Medical Resort, Oak Creek. He was born on October 25, 1939, in Crandon, to the late Phillip R. and Cecilia (nee: Seymour) Sheldon Sr. On May 16, 1959, he was married to Lawana F. Lafferty in Crandon. They were married 57 years...

Bruce Volpintesta

Bruce Volpintesta

Apr 18, 2023

Bruce Anthony Volpintesta (January 8, 1948 – April 18, 2023) Bruce A. Volpintesta, age 75, of Racine, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of his family, on Tuesday, April 18, 2023, in his home. Bruce was born in Racine on January 8, 1948, to the late Betty (nee: Bush) and Anthony Volpintesta, the dearly loved son of the...

Naomi Gutkowski

Naomi Gutkowski

Apr 17, 2023

Racine- Naomi F. Gutkowski, 84, passed away on Monday, April 17, 2023 at Ascension Franklin. Naomi was born in Oconto on September 8, 1938 to the late Harley and Sylvia (nee: Modrow) Groll. She graduated from South Milwaukee High School in 1956. In 1968 Naomi was married to Leonard Gutkowski. Naomi worked for over 30 years in the accounting department...

Joseph D'Acquisto

Joseph D'Acquisto

Apr 17, 2023

Joseph D. D'Acquisto Racine- Joseph D. D'Acquisto, 82, passed away on Monday, April 17, 2023. Joseph was born in Racine on October 16, 1940, to Daniel and Angela D'Acquisto. He was a lifelong resident of Racine. Joe was employed at American Motors for over 30 years. He was an amazing cook and loved food of all kinds. Joe liked to...

James Munns

James Munns

Apr 10, 2023

James D. Munns, 68, passed away on Monday, April 10, 2023 in his home. He was born in La Crosse on March 4, 1955 to Clair and Shirley (nee: Heyen) Munns. Jim was a 1973 graduate of McFarland High School. He earned a BS from Columbia College of Missouri and completed a music performance certificate from the Naval School of...

Donald Anderson

Donald Anderson

Apr 9, 2023

Mason- Donald E. Anderson, 80, passed away on Sunday, April 9, 2023. Don was born in Ashland on March 28, 1943 to the late Royal and Margaret (nee: Stadler) Anderson. He was raised on the family farm and graduated from Drummond High School. On July 22, 1965 he married Ruby Harrington. Sadly, she preceded him in death on August 31,...

Lorraine Schaefer

Lorraine Schaefer

Mar 28, 2023

At the age of 92, Lorraine May Schaefer (nee: Schwengel) passed away on March 28, 2023. Lorraine was predeceased by her parents John and Sophie, her husband James, her eldest son Mark, and siblings John, Jerome, Kenneth and Jim. She is survived by her children William, Marie (fiance Vic), Robert (wife Elizabeth) and Jeanne(Mark's wife). Her grandchildren Eric, Genoveffa, Michelle,...

Sandra Balwinski

Sandra Balwinski

Mar 22, 2023

Caledonia- Sandra L. Balwinski,80, passed away on Wednesday, March 22, 2023 at Open Arms Assisted Living. Sandy was born in Milwaukee on October 23, 1942 to the late Edward and Clara (nee: Erdman) Bzdawka. She graduated from Pulaski High School in Milwaukee. On August 31, 1963 Sandy was united in marriage to Philip Balwinski. Sadly, he passed away on December...

Randall Lansbery

Randall Lansbery

Mar 20, 2023

Racine- Randall Einar Lansbery, 67, passed away on Monday, March 20, 2023 at his home with family. Randy was born in Racine on October 2, 1955 to Kenneth J. and Dolores (nee: O'Connel) Lansbery. He was educated at Hyles-Anderson Baptist College. Randy proudly served in the U.S. Army and was stationed in Oakland, CA. Randy was employed with Countryside Humane...

John Halverson

John Halverson

Mar 20, 2023

John J. Halverson, Jr. Caledonia- John J. Halverson, 61, passed away at his home on Monday, March 20, 2023 due to health complications related to C.O.P.D. John was born in Milwaukee on November 30, 1961 to John and Georgiana (nee: Brix) Halverson. They moved to Caledonia, Wi when he was 7 years old. John was an avid outdoorsman. He loved...

Frank D'Acquisto

Frank D'Acquisto

Mar 11, 2023

Mount Pleasant- Frank D. D'Acquisto, 76, passed away on Saturday, March 11, 2023 at Ridgewood Care Center. Frank was born in Engelsdorf, Germany on August 9, 1946 to the late Dominic F. and Ingeborg (nee: Hentschel) D'Acquisto. He was a 1965 graduate of Park High School. Frank proudly served in the U. S. Army during the Vietnam War, completing his...

George Eiben

George Eiben

Mar 6, 2023

Racine- George M. Eiben , 73, passed away on Monday, March 6, 2023 in his home. He was born in Parma, Ohio on November 20, 1949 to the late Lawrence and Mildred (nee: Holman) Eiben. He married Pamela J. Bloom on December 11, 1971. Together they owned and operated a Golden Chicken restaurant for 50 years. Sadly, she preceded him...

Frederick Dooley

Frederick Dooley

Mar 6, 2023

Racine- Frederick K. Dooley, 58, passed away Monday, March 6, 2023 in his home. Fred was born in Peoria, IL on August 1, 1964 to the late A. James and Nadine (nee: Culbertson) Dooley Jr. On October 15, 1988 he was united in marriage to Suzanne L. Zenner. Fred was a 1982 graduate of Whitefish Bay High School and attended...

Sarah Nelson

Sarah Nelson

Mar 5, 2023

Caledonia- Sarah Theresa Nelson of returned to the hands of God on March 5, 2023 at 42 years young. Sarah was born on May 20, 1980 in Milwaukee. Sarah was a rockstar at everything she did, from running her business to family and friendships. There was never a mountain too high for Sarah to climb and light up the sky...

Richard Haman

Richard Haman

Mar 2, 2023

Richard A. Haman RACINE- Richard (Rick) Alan Haman, 62, passed away peacefully with family by his side on March 2nd, 2023, after a longtime battle with MS. He challenged the disease at every stage. Rick was born in Racine WI to the late Ralph and Caroline (Seyferth) Haman, February 8th, 1961. On September 27th, 1986 he married Amy (Lamberton) Haman....

Scott Reynolds

Scott Reynolds

Mar 2, 2023

Caledonia- Scott A. Reynolds, 69, passed away on Thursday, March 2, 2023 in his home. He was born in Milwaukee on March 9, 1953 to the late Harry T. and Kathryn A. (nee: Petri) Reynolds. On March 28, 1981 Scott was united in marriage to Marie A. Gaza. He attended Oak Creek High School and was employed with Caterpillar Inc....

June Bira

June Bira

Feb 28, 2023

June Irma BIRA, 91, of Racine, was called to her Heavenly home on Tuesday, February 28, 2023. June was born in Milwaukee on June 30, 1931 to Irma (nee Just) and Max Sell. She was united in a holy covenant marriage to the love of her life, Siegfried Bira, on April 29, 1950 at Cross Evangelical Church in Milwaukee. He...

William Little, Jr.

William Little, Jr.

Feb 28, 2023

Dr. William J. Little, Jr. passed away on February 28, 2023 at Primrose Retirement Community in Mount Pleasant. He was born in Chicago on October 19, 1921, son of William J Little, Sr and Maude (née Kluber) Little. When Bill was in grade school, the family moved to Racine. He graduated from Horlick High School in January 1939. He initially...

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