Mildred Erdman
May 26, 2022
RACINE - Mildred Erdman, 96, passed away at Season's Hospice in Wauwatosa on Thursday, May 26, 2022. Mildred was born in Racine on February 20, 1926, to Henry and Vincencia (nee: Pastyrik) Vanek. She married Lloyd Erdman. He preceded her in death. Millie was a devoted member of St. John Nepomuk Church and Choir. she participated in many Czech Sokol...
Erna Simon
May 25, 2022
RACINE- Erna Maria Simon, 96, passed away at St. Monica's Senior Living on Wednesday, May 25, 2022. Erna Maria Loebig was born in Muenster-Dieburg Germany on October 15, 1925. She came of age in an increasingly unstable world, witness to the horrors of war and the terror of bombs falling from the sky with ever-increasing frequency. After finishing the standard...
Peter Lindh
May 17, 2022
STURTEVANT – Peter A. Lindh, 64, passed away at home on Tuesday, May 17, 2022. Pete was born in Racine on December 26, 1957, to the late Robert and Marcella (nee, Zilla) Lindh. Survivors include his daughter, Jayme Lindh; his sister, Marie (Harry) Ertel; niece, Lily Ertel; other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his brother, Thomas...
Suzanne Purath
May 14, 2022
Kenosha – Suzanne M. "Sue" Purath (nee: Lom) age 81, died unexpectedly on Saturday, May 14, 2022, at Aurora Hospital Kenosha. Sue was born on September 26, 1940, in Green Bay to Myron and Ione Lom. She married the love of her life, Richard E. "Dick" Purath in Green Bay on September 14, 1963. Dick preceded her in death on...
Mariam Sahakian
May 12, 2022
Mariam Sahakian, 97, a longtime resident of Racine, passed away May 12th at Oak Creek Place. The daughter of Armenian immigrants, she was born in Racine, WI on February 15, 1925. Mariam was the daughter of Varteres and Manan Garougian and the loving wife of Harold Sahakian. She is survived by her children David (Wendy Zucker), Alan (Jill Morrison), and...
Robert Olson
May 12, 2022
Robert E. Olson, Jr., age 71, passed away on May 12, 2022 after a valiant battle against cancer. Bobby was born in Waukesha County to Julia, nee Lee, and Robert E. Olson, Sr. and later attended public schools in Racine. He worked as a tile setter extraordinaire in Las Vegas, Nevada for almost 30 years. He also was a perfectionist...
Helen Videkovich
May 10, 2022
Helen A. Videkovich, 89, passed away peacefully on Tuesday May 10, 2022. Helen was born in Johnson City, IL on November 5, 1932 to Ira and Agnes (nee: Sieracki) Edwards. She married Matthew Videkovich and celebrated 58 years of marriage. He preceded her in death on August 21, 2012. Helen enjoyed dancing, traveling, and going on trips to the casino....
Patricia Seitz
May 6, 2022
Patricia died at the age of 68 with family present to see her off.Pattie was born in New York City on August 15, 1953, to Frank and Doreen Seitz. She was united in marriage to the love of her life Roger Dosemagen in Racine, Wi on January 3, 1981. She was raised and educated in Menomonee Falls, Wi graduating from...
Leroy Coates
May 6, 2022
RACINE – LeRoy Coates, 85, passed away at Ascension All Saints Hospital on Friday, May 6, 2022. LeRoy was born in Racine on August 27, 1936, to the late Charles and Anna (nee, Sorensen) Coates. He married the former Barbara Recupero, celebrating 32 years of marriage. LeRoy retired from J.I. Case Company after more than 33 years and was an...
Donald Stewart
Apr 30, 2022
Donald D. Stewart Racine – Donald D. Stewart, 87, passed away on April, 30, 2022 at Ascension All Saints Hospital. Don was born in Osseo, WI on May 13, 1934 to the late Otis and Nettie (nee: Shaker) Stewart. Don was united in marriage to Karen Berkseth on August 3, 1963 at Concordia Lutheran Church in Superior, WI. Don served...
Richard Patzman
Apr 26, 2022
Richard B. PatzmanRACINE- Richard B. Patzman, 88, passed away at Ascension Healthcare-Spring Street Campus on Tuesday, April 26, 2022.Richard was born in Racine on November 13, 1933, to Benjamin H. and Alma H. (nee: Luedtke) Patzman. He married Georgian M. Levine on November 20, 1954. Richard served in the United States Army National Guard and Reserves. He is survived by...
Kathleen Lotz
Apr 23, 2022
Kathleen M. Lotz, 89, passed away at Parkview Gardens on Saturday, April 23, 2022. Kathleen was born on August 17, 1932 to Lawrence and Anna (nee: Webb) Zimmer. She married John Lotz, who preceded her in death. Kathleen was a devout Catholic. She enjoyed shopping with her daughter and sewing. Kathleen was content living a simple life. She is survived...
Susan Gertenbach
Apr 22, 2022
Susan A. GertenbachSusan A. Gertenbach, 68, passed away at her home on Friday, April 22, 2022.Sue was born in Racine on January 12, 1954 to Jack and Angeline (nee: Labelle) Reinhardt. Shegraduated from St. Catherine's in 1972, and married Jeffrey Gertenbach at St. Rita Catholic Church onJune 15, 1974. She will be remembered for her dedication to family and kind...
Jason Alders
Apr 20, 2022
Racine- Jason J. Alders, 52, passed away on Wednesday, April 20, 2022. Jason was born in Houston, TX on December 12, 1969, to Timothy J. and Suellen (nee: Westervelt) Alders. He graduated from Park High School in 1988 and attended UW-Parkside. Jason was employed with the Racine Correctional Institution as a correctional officer for 27 years.Jason, lovingly known as "Jas",...
Abraham Hairapetian
Apr 20, 2022
–Abraham "Abe" Hairapetian, 71, passed away at Gardens of Mount Pleasant on Wednesday, April 20, 2022.Abe was born in Racine on April 12, 1951, to the late Schahnaser and Maria (nee, Woehl) Hairapetian. He graduated from Horlick High School. Abe worked for the Camelot Restaurant, drove for Milwaukee Metro Auto Auction and was a Security Guard for Quality Services for...
Joan Fogt
Apr 19, 2022
Racine- Joan D. Fogt, 87, passed away on April 19, 2022 in her home.Born on December 6, 1934 in Wausau, she was the daughter of the late Alex and Louise (nee: Seehafer) Magreski. In 1975, Joan was united in marriage to Howard K. Fogt. She enjoyed gardening and playing bingo.Joan is survived by her husband Howard; step-son Jim (Susan) Fogt;...
Dean Lautenschlager
Apr 13, 2022
Dean James Lautenschlager passed away on April 13, 2022 at the age of 59, in the town of Milwaukee,Wisconsin. Dean's famous line that started many stories was "you won't believe this one"—his zest forlife was legendary. He lived his life as if every day could be his last, impacting everyone around himwhile he did it.Son of Alfred and Ramona Lautenschlager,...
Raymond Francois
Apr 8, 2022
Raymond C. Francois, 88 passed away on April 8, 2022 at his home. He was Born in Racine on June 14, 1933 to Stephen and Esther (Olson) Francois. Raymond graduated from Oconto High School and joined the US Army. After his discharge from the US Army, he was employed at Michael's Machine Company until his retirement. Raymond's pride and joy...
Martin Stefferud
Apr 7, 2022
Martin D. Stefferud, 80, passed away at The Villa at Lincoln Park on Thursday, April 7, 2022. Martin was born in Racine on July 30, 1941 to Chester and Helen (nee: Simonds) Stefferud. He served in the United States Marine Corps. Martin married the former Alice "Ann" Groharing. She preceded him in death in 2018. He was employed as a...
Karen Straka
Apr 5, 2022
RACINE – Karen Lynn Straka, 60, passed away at home on Tuesday, April 5, 2022. Karen was born in Racine on October 3, 1961, to Charles and Joyce (nee, Vanderleest) Lundgren. On August 8, 1987, she married Steven F. Straka. Karen loved sewing, gardening and spending time in northern Wisconsin going to antique stores and farmer's markets, but most of...
