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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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Alma Vacek
Mar 9, 2021
Alma Mae Vacek, 77, passed away at Aurora Zilber Family Hospice on Tuesday, March 9, 2021. Alma was born in Racine, Wisconsin on November 22, 1943, to the late John and Alice (nee Howarth) Blankman. Alma and Cliff met on a blind date New Year's Eve 1964 and were married on April 9, 1966, at Atonement Lutheran Church. Alma was...
Kenneth Boettcher
Mar 6, 2021
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Charles Kent
Mar 5, 2021
Charles N. KentCharles N. Kent, 83, passed away unexpectedly on March 5, 2021.Chuck was born in Milwaukee on December 9, 1937 to the late Charles B.N. and Gertrude (nee, Arn) Kent. He graduated from UW Milwaukee in 1960 with a Bachelor of Science in Art. He furthered his education earning his Masters Degree in 1965 at UW Milwaukee. In 1960...
Parthy Smith
Mar 2, 2021
On Tuesday, March 2, 2021 at approximately 8:30 p.m. the Lord called home his child, Parthy Valencia Smith. Parthy was 63 years old, born September 21, 1957. She is survived by her husband of 23 years Harold T. Smith, daughter Yetta Coleman, son Danyell Little, son Aerrion Little and a host of grandchildren. Parthy leaves behind her brother Rodney Leon...
Ronald Bronner
Feb 25, 2021
Ronald E. Bronner, 75, passed away at Season's Hospice – Ignite Medical Resorts on Thursday, February 25, 2021.Ronald was born in Cresco, Iowa on February 9, 1946 to Eldred and Marjorie (nee: Kratz) Bronner. He was employed with the Village of Sturtevant Water Utility. He married Toni Raymond and they celebrated 23 years of marriage. Ronald Enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping...
Robin Calloway
Feb 23, 2021
Robin Earline Calloway, 65, passed away at home on Tuesday, February 23, 2021.Robin was born on February 26, 1955 in Chicago, IL to Earl and Hattie Mae (nee, Conner) Calloway. She graduated from Lucy Flower Vocational High School and later went on to work as a computer programmer, working at the Sears Tower for 11 years. Robin was the matriarch...
Joseph Simpson
Feb 22, 2021
Joseph L. Simpson, 76, passed away at Ascension Healthcare, Spring Street Campus on Monday, February 22, 2021 with his family by his side. Joe was born in Hammond, IN on January 28, 1945 to Lawrence and Elsie (nee: Augustine) Simpson. On May 1, 1971 he was happily united in marriage to Bonnie Columb. Joe proudly served in the United States...
Kevin Pettit
Feb 19, 2021
Kevin A. Pettit, 65, passed away at Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center in Milwaukee on Friday, February 19, 2021. Kevin was born in Houston, Texas on July 2, 1955 to Alton H. and Sophie (nee, Lipa) Pettit, Jr. Kevin earned a Master's Degree in Business Administration from Marquette University in Milwaukee. Soon after that he passed the exam to become...
Ted Rodriguez
Feb 19, 2021
Ted L. Rodriguez, 58, passed away at home on Friday, February 19, 2021. Ted was born in Racine on November 20, 1962 to Raymond C. and Mary Lou (nee, Vivian) Rodriguez. Survivors include his daughter, Casandra L. Vargas; father, Raymond C. (Monica) Rodriguez; brothers and sister, Ray C. (Kris) Rodriguez, Vic (Sue) Rodriguez, Phil A. Rodriguez, Christopher (Victoria) Rodriguez and...
Virginia Mauer
Feb 17, 2021
Virginia Clara MauerRacine – Virginia Clara Mauer (nee: Doepping), 91, passed away on February 17, 2021. Virginia was born in Racine on November 26, 1929 to the late Paul and Clara (nee: Meltz) Doepping. After a blind date, and a courtship of two years, she was united in marriage to Harvey Frank Mauer at Trinity Lutheran Church of Racine, on...
James Howe
Feb 16, 2021
RACINE – James Edwin Howe, 90, passed away at the Woods of Caledonia on Tuesday, February 16, 2021. James was born in Kenosha on April 21, 1930 the son of the late Arthur and Louise (McCargo) Howe. James proudly served in the U.S. Air Force Fire and Crash Department during the Korean War from 1948 to 1952, in Fairbanks Alaska....
Cathleen Richter
Feb 8, 2021
Cathleen R. RichterRACINE- Cathleen (Kate) R. Richter, 86 passed away peacefully at St. Monica's Senior living on February 8, 2021.Kate was born on October 7, 1934 in Chicago to Stanley and Mildred (nee: King) McKeon. She spent most of her life in Chicago before relocating to Racine in 1995. Kate enjoyed singing with Sweet Adelines as well as listening to...
Lawrence Peterson
Feb 8, 2021
Lawrence (Larry) Orville Peterson, 89, of Racine, passed away peacefully on February 8, 2021.Larry was born in Wilson, WI on August 15, 1931 to Peter and Alma (nee Jorgensen) Peterson. He married the love of his life Dolores (nee Wickman) on July 16, 1949. They renewed their vows on their 70th wedding anniversary. Larry worked at JI Case in the...
Deborah Witte
Feb 7, 2021
RACINE – Deborah L. Witte, 69, passed away at Season's Hospice Ignite in Oak Creek on Sunday, February 7, 2021. Debbie was born in Racine on October 31, 1951 to the late Julius and Catherine (nee Matern) Masik. She loved Halloween and celebrating her birthday. Debbie also loved Christmas, especially baking Christmas cookies and cooking. Debbie was a second mom...
Patricia Frontczak
Feb 3, 2021
RACINE – Patricia V. Frontczak, nee Mulzoff, 88, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, February 3, 2021. Pat was born in Milwaukee on May 11, 1932. She enjoyed working for the DeRango family for many many years at both DeRango's on Six Mile Road and Giovanni's Restaurant. Pat loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. Survivors include her...
Arthur Shannon
Feb 3, 2021
Arthur Shannon age 86, passed away at Oak Ridge Residential Care Center in Union Grove, WI on Feb 3rd, 2021. Art was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York. He moved his family to Racine, WI and established a permanent residency there. Arthur was a veteran of the United States Army and served overseas in Germany. He worked at Western...
Joann Lonkoski
Jan 31, 2021
RACINE – Joann Lonkoski, 82, passed away at home on Sunday, January 31, 2021. Joann was born in Racine on May 13, 1938 to the late Arthur and Evelyn (nee Baker) Pinnow. On August 1, 1964 she married Richard Lonkoski. He preceded her in death on April 8, 1975. Survivors include her sisters and brothers, Lucille Brown, Betty Pearson, William...
Robert Petricek
Jan 31, 2021
Robert R. Petricek, Sr, 77, passed away at Ascension Healthcare- Spring Street Campus on Sunday, January 31, 2021. Robert was born in Racine on April 12, 1943 to Carroll and Viola (Eisley) Petricek. He married Loisjean Haack and celebrated over 52 years of marriage. She preceded him in death on April 20, 2016. He retired from Case after 30 years,...
Joan Steinhoff
Jan 30, 2021
KENOSHA – Joan Steinhoff, nee Verbeten, 82, passed away at Ascension All Saints Hospital on Saturday, January 30, 2021. Joan was born in Racine on August 7, 1938 to the late, Joseph and Jeanette (nee, Hansen) Verbeten. Joan graduated from St. Catherine's High School. She worked as a CNA and retired from Kenosha Visiting Nurses. Joan was witty and loved...
Francis Potter
Jan 29, 2021
Francis L. "Frank" Potter, 84, passed away at Wisconsin Veterans Home- Gates Hall on Friday January 29th, 2021.Frank was born in Chicago, IL on September 17, 1936 to Francis L. and Catherine (nee: Hartman) Potter. He served in the United States Marines. Frank graduated from Marquette University with a degree in Engineering. He was employed at American Motors-Chrysler until his...
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