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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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Richard Hudec
May 14, 2020
Richard Hudec, 76, of Racine, WI passed away May 14, 2020. A lifetime fisherman on Pike Lake at Idle Hour Resort where he caught his prized walleye on a home-made jig. He loved the north woods.
John Kremer
May 5, 2020
RACINE – John E. Kremer, 82, passed away at Season's Hospice in Wauwatosa on Tuesday, May 5, 2020. John was born in Grand Rapids, MI on October 16, 1937 to the late, Edward and Harriet (nee, DeKruyter) Kremer. While growing up in Michigan, he had a well known Sunday school teacher, Gerald R. Ford. He's celebrating 23 years of marriage...
Ann Cherkinian
May 5, 2020
RACINE –Ann Cherkinian, 95, passed away at Ascension All Saints on Tuesday, May 5, 2020. Ann was born in Racine on March 28, 1925 to Mardiros and Serma (nee, Margoian) Stapanian after they arrived in the United States in 1922 as penniless refugees from Armenia after the Genocide. She married Ardis A. Cherkinian on June 16, 1956 and they enjoyed...
Richard Woodhull
May 4, 2020
Richard Michael "Woody" Woodhull, 63, passed away at his home on Monday, May 4, 2020.Richard was born in Janesville, WI on March 17, 1957 to Larry and Betty (nee, Schultz) Woodhull. In his free time, he loved to travel, enjoyed target shooting and spending time with family and friends. Richard "Woody" was a beloved husband, father, son, brother and friend.Richard...
William Howalnd
May 4, 2020
RACINE – William H. Howland, 91, passed away at home on Monday, May 4, 2020. Bill was born in Lyndon Station, WI on February 25, 1929 to Ernest and Bessie (nee, Richards) Howland. On June 27, 1953, Bill married the former Nancy Ann Kahn at the Church of Incarnation. He served in the U.S. Army during Korea. Bill retired from...
Deborah Hoaglund
May 2, 2020
Deborah Jeanne Hoaglund, age 58, born July 4th, 1961 in Racine, Wi. to Jack Zimmerman Sr. and Donna Zimmerman (Foreman) surviving are her parents and brother Jack Zimmerman Jr. and daughter Meagan Marie (adopted.) Deborah was a full time waitress after graduating from JI Case high school in Racine. She also enjoyed working with elderly at nursing homes during her...
Matthew Blonski
Apr 29, 2020
Matthew James Blonski, 34, passed away at his home on Wednesday, April 29, 2020. Matthew was born in Milwaukee on November 25, 1985 to Jeffrey and Carol (nee: Mainus) Blonski. He graduated from St. Rita's School and Horlick High School as a homecoming king and state volleyball champion. He then received his bachelor's degree from UW- Milwaukee. Matt was employed...
Steven Beyer
Apr 24, 2020
RACINE – Steven Charles Beyer, 58, passed away at Ascension All Saints Hospital on Friday, April 24, 2020. Steve was born in Racine on September 25, 1961 to the late Edmund Charles and Darla (nee Reed) Beyer. He served in the U.S. Marine Corp. Steve was employed by Shiloh for over 25 years. He worked hard and played harder, living...
Donald Kapla
Apr 23, 2020
Don passed away peacefully at Ascension Hospital on Thursday, April 23, 2020. Don was born in Racine WI to Anton and Helen Kapla. He married the love of his life, Georgene Kusters on August 2, 1969.Don was a passionate believer in his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, and active in the Racine Fellowship. Don also had a very creative and...
Cynthia Lukszys
Apr 22, 2020
Cynthia J. Lukszys, 76, passed away at her home on Wednesday, April 22, 2020.Cindy was born in Texas on April 14, 1944 to Cyril and Lucy Wink. She was employed as an insurance claims adjuster until her retirement. Cindy enjoyed being at home and cooking. She is survived by her partner of over 15 years, Michael Warzon, children Mark and...
Corey Perszyk
Apr 18, 2020
Corey Jo Perszyk, "Coco" passed away peacefully at her Mount Pleasant home on Saturday, April 18th, 2020 at the age of 54.Corey was born in Milwaukee to the late Oliver and Geraldine (nee, Kittelman) Perszyk. Always a big sports fan, especially the Green Bay Packers. She enjoyed traveling and hanging out with her very close group of friends. She worked...
Judith Strand
Apr 17, 2020
RACINE- Judith A. Strand (nee Smythe) died the evening of April 17, 2020, after a short illness. Judith was born in San Diego, CA on March 21, 1945, to Rilla and Arthur Smythe. She was preceded in death by her husband Michael Strand who passed away in 2011. Judith is survived by her children Michael (Mary) Strand, Brian (Jessica) Strand,...
Jeanne Ehlers
Apr 15, 2020
Jeanne Ehlers, a life-long resident of Racine, WI, departed this life in Ascension All Saints Hospital after a lengthy illness on April 15, 2020, at the age of 89. She is survived by her younger brother Wayne Ehlers, also of Racine. She was predeceased by her parents Hilbert and Libbie Ehlers, and older brother Harold Ehlers.She is also survived by...
Alberta Greider
Apr 14, 2020
RACINE – Alberta L. Greider, 80, passed away at Ascension All Saints Hospital on Tuesday, April 14, 2020. Alberta was born on July 14, 1939 in Mercer, WI to Clarence and Joyce Olson. On December 2, 1967, she was united in marriage to Paul L. Greider in Dubuque, IA. Alberta was employed as a church secretary for Holy Cross Lutheran...
Damon Young
Apr 13, 2020
Damon V Young Sr, 44, passed away at his residence after losing his battle with Glioblastoma Stage 4 brain cancer on Monday April13.2020. He graduated Horlick High School and then furthered his education at Gateway and got his degree in Auto Mechanics. Damon loved working on cars since he was little boy. He would do from fuse to rebuilding engine....
Milton Knauer
Apr 12, 2020
Milton W. Knauer, Jr., 91, passed away at Muskego Regency on Sunday, April 12, 2020.Milt was born in Racine on May 9, 1928 to Milton and Milda Knauer. He served in the United States Navy during WWII. Milt was employed as a Lab Technician at Insinkerator until his retirement. He married Jean Lettsome and raised 4 children together. She preceded...
Linda Erbe
Apr 12, 2020
RACINE – Linda Jo Erbe, 67, passed away peacefully at Ascension All Saints on Sunday, April 12, 2020. Linda was born in Racine on March 1, 1953 to the late Frederick W. and Joan J. (nee, Freudenwald) Erbe. She worked at Careers Industries for over thirty years. Linda enjoyed coloring, putting puzzles together, singing and listening to music and loved...
Joseph Fink
Apr 10, 2020
Joseph J. Fink, 97, passed away peacefully of natural causes at his daughter's home in Oconomowoc on Friday, April 10, 2020. Joseph was born in Traunstein, Germany on March 7, 1923 to Johann and Frieda Fink (nee: Fundmann). On September 30, 1950 he married Therese Beyel. She preceded him in death on April 26, 2009. Joseph immigrated to the United...
Dennis Londre
Apr 6, 2020
RACINE – Dennis S. Londre, 69, passed away at Ascension Healthcare-Franklin on Tuesday, April 6, 2020. Dennis was born in Racine on February 28, 1951 to the late Lester and Florence (nee, Krueger) Londre. He was a graduate of Wm. Horlick High School after which he started working for Styberg Engineering. He worked his entire career at Styberg before retiring...
John Buenker
Apr 4, 2020
John David Buenker, emeritus professor of history at the University of Wisconsin-Parkside, and long time resident of Racine, died Saturday, April fourth, 2020, at his home after a short battle with cancer.John was born in Dubuque, Iowa on August 11, 1937 to Joseph and Melita (Ferring) Buenker. He graduated from Loras Academy in 1955, and from Loras College with a...
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