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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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Evelyn Torres

Evelyn Torres

Jul 19, 2020

Evelyn Susanna Torres, (nee: Dobrenz), 71 passed away on Sunday July 19, 2020. Evelyn was born in Racine, WI on November 5, 1948. She attended Racine Lutheran High School "class of 1966" and started working at J.I. Case Company for 4 1/2 years before working at Modine Manufacturing where she worked for 20 years before retirement. Evelyn married her husband...

Jeffrey Prochaska

Jeffrey Prochaska

Jul 17, 2020

CALEDONIA – Jeffrey A. Prochaska, 65, passed away at Season's Hospice in Oak Creek on Friday, July 17, 2020. Jeff was born on January 5, 1955 to James and Janice A. (nee, Tuinstra) Prochaska. In his youth, Jeff worked on the family farm and for many years was an over the road truck driver for Allstate Trucking and he last...

George Margosian

George Margosian

Jul 16, 2020

George Margosian entered his eternal home on July 16 with his family and friends beside him. George was born on November 19, 1930 in Racine, WI to Maireni (Mariane) and Hovnan (Harry) Margosian. George lived a life of service and love for family. He graduated Horlick High School having played football, basketball, and baseball and run track. From there he...

Todd Zieglmeier

Todd Zieglmeier

Jul 6, 2020

RACINE – Todd Michael Zieglmeier, 50, died unexpectedly at home on Monday, July 6, 2020. Todd was born November 23, 2969, the son of Barb (Lewis) Shaw and the late August Zieglmeier. Todd left behind his much loved children, Ukaia Roby, Leeanni Zieglmeier and Kallie Phillips; his sisters and brother, Jackie (Gregg) Landreman, Jill King, Donna (Richard) Melton, Debra (Frank)...

Ronald Seyferth

Ronald Seyferth

Jul 6, 2020

Ronald L. Seyferth 89, passed away at the Villa at Lincoln Park on Monday, July 6, 2020. Ron was born in Racine on March 3, 1931, to the late, Oscan and Myrtle (nee, Litcheheld) Seyferth. On June 26, 1955, he married the former Lucille Mueller, celebrating 65 years of marriage. Ron served in the U.S. Marine Corp during the Korean...

Samantha Duggan

Samantha Duggan

Jul 3, 2020

Samantha A. Duggan, 31, passed away at her home on July 3, 2020. Sam had a love for life and was a loving mother, sister and friend. Samantha is survived by her children, Sunsaray, Chanterio and Emahanii Curtis, Javien Anderson and Moesha Vinson, brother Frank (Brittany) Heeg and sister Kimberly Heeg. She is further survived by other relatives and friends....

Rose Guth

Rose Guth

Jun 25, 2020

Rose M. Guth RACINE – Rose M. Guth, 73, passed away at Ascension Hospital in Franklin on Thursday, June 25, 2020. Rose was born in Eagle, WI on November 26, 1946 to Lloyd and Ruth (nee, McGilton) Grippen. On June 27, 1981 she married John F. Guth. He preceded her in death on July 5, 2013. Rose graduated from both...

Lois Tieze

Lois Tieze

Jun 24, 2020

RACINE – Lois R. Tieze, passed away at Ascension All Saints on Wednesday, June 24, 2020. Lois was born in Menominee, WI on December 15, 1936 to Raymond and June (nee, Doughty) Weier. She was employed by S. C. Johnson and was the former owner of Playmate Kennel and several other small businesses in the Racine area. Lois was a...

Gottlieb Schafer

Gottlieb Schafer

Jun 21, 2020

Gottlieb John Schafer the 10th child of 13, born in Tangier Oklahoma on November 7, 1921 - Died June 21, 2020.His mother Maria Trieber and father Philip Schafer immigrated to America arriving in Boston, MA 24 November 1911.In 1935, while living in Oklahoma,13-year-old Gottlieb moved with his parents to Racine, Wisconsin. His father, sold everything they had, packed all he...

Janice Rewoldt

Janice Rewoldt

Jun 20, 2020

Racine- Janice E. Rewoldt, 87, passed away at St. Francis Place on Friday, June 20, 2020.Janice was born in Merrill, WI to Clarence and Margaret (nee: Fischer) Seiske. She was united in marriage to Leonard Rewoldt, who preceded her in death. Janice was employed with JC Penney Company for 34 years until her retirement. Prior to her diagnosis of Multiple...

William Jensen

William Jensen

Jun 16, 2020

William E. JensenAge 94. Passed away at Muskego Health Care Center on Tuesday, June 16, 2020. Bill was born in Racine, WI on May 15, 1926 to William C. and Flossie (nee, Borkenhagen) Jensen and had been a lifelong resident. He graduated from Horlick High in 1944 and was a Veteran of WWII serving in the US Army from July...

Elaine Junker

Elaine Junker

Jun 15, 2020

Racine- Elaine H. Junker, 97, passed away at Ascension Healthcare- Franklin Campus on Monday, June 15, 2020.Elaine was born in Racine on June 30, 1922 to Henry and Florence (nee: Schoeppe) Sybeldon. She was raised in Kenosha and graduated from Kenosha High School in 1939. Elaine married Arnold Junker in Corpus Christi, TX on May 3, 1945. They celebrated 66...

Bonnie Borchardt

Bonnie Borchardt

Jun 14, 2020

- Bonnie L. Borchardt, 64, passed away unexpectedly at home on Sunday, June 14, 2020.Bonnie was born in Racine on July 31, 1955 to Gerald and Marian (nee: Kauth) Borchardt. She was preceded in death by her parents, niece Megan Autumn Borchardt and her beloved pets Bonkers, Chester and Dee Dee.She was a loving daughter, sister and aunt. Bonnie had...

Maxima Lopez

Maxima Lopez

Jun 12, 2020

RACINE- Maxima "Maxine" Musquiz Lopez, 88, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2020, surrounded by her family. Maxine was born in San Antonio, Texas on September 5, 1931, to Roberto and Felecidad Musquiz. Maxine was a devoted Catholic and very active in the community and her church. Her door was always open, and she loved feeding everyone. She also fostered...

Mary Jaros

Mary Jaros

Jun 8, 2020

RACINE – Mary Lynn Elizabeth (nee: Vitacco) Jaros, passed away at home on June 8, 2020. Mary Lynn was born in Racine on January 26, 1972, the daughter of John and Marie (nee: Dubiel) Vitacco. The legacy of Mary Lynn's life echoes with selfless acts, motherly love and care, and a supportive attitude in every situation. She loved her children...

Lois Liebenow

Lois Liebenow

Jun 7, 2020

Lois A. Liebenow, 87, passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2020.Lois was born in Racine on May 28, 1933 to Alfred and Hilda (nee: Riegelman) Phillips. She married Robert E. Liebenow at Grace Lutheran Church in Racine on October 8, 1955. He preceded her in death on July 4, 1998. Lois was employed as receptionist until her retirement. She enjoyed...

Jason Weniger

Jason Weniger

May 29, 2020

RACINE- Jason M. Weniger, 44, passed away on Friday, May 29, 2020 after a prolonged battle with kidney disease. During his five-year battle with his condition, Jason never lost his sense of humor, his drive to beat it, and his appreciation of everything in his life.Jason was born in Milwaukee on December 9, 1975 to Joseph H. and Mary (nee,...

Joan Simonsen

Joan Simonsen

May 26, 2020

Joan Simonsen, often described as a very sweet person, received her final wish, she passed away peacefully in her sleep just like her best friend and loving sister Laverne did at the age of 91. Joan was born in Racine to Leroy and Adeline Radtke. She was a simple farm girl with a lot of sass and talent. She married...

Thomas Desalvo

Thomas Desalvo

May 25, 2020

RACINE – Thomas G. DeSalvo, 83, passed away at Ascension All Saints in Racine on May 25, 2020.Tom was born in Milwaukee on November 2, 1936 to Constantino and Mary(nee, Dettlaf) DeSalvo. He served in the U.S. Navy. On August 8, 1959, Tom married the former Rose Mary Daveni. She preceded him in death on April 17, 2016. Tom retired...

Delores Mahnke

Delores Mahnke

May 23, 2020

Our loving mother, Delores Ann Mahnke, passed away in Ascension Hospital on May 23, 2020 as a result of complications from the Covid Virus.Delores was born in Racine on December 11, 1932, the daughter of Ervin and Hattie (Nee: Eichelberg) Edelburg.Schooled in Racine, she attended Winslow Elementary, Franklin Middle School and graduated in 1951 from Lutheran High School. It was...

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