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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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Jeffrey Parkhill

Jeffrey Parkhill

Aug 25, 2019

RACINE – Jeffrey Parkhill, 54, passed away at his home on August 25, 2019 from cardiac arrest. Jeffrey was born in Racine on September 11, 1964 to Richard and Dyan (Schmeling) Parkhill. He attended St. John Nepomuk grade school and was a graduate of Horlick High School in 1982. Jeff enlisted in the U.S. Army serving in Germany. He was...

Sylvester Kowalewski

Sylvester Kowalewski

Aug 25, 2019

RACINE – Sylvester M. Kowalewski, 76, passed away at his home surrounded by his loving family, on Sunday, August 25, 2019. Syl was born in Milwaukee on December 19, 1942 to Raymond and Charlotte Kowalewski. On January 18, 1962, he married the love of his life and High School, sweetheart Mary Sergeant. Syl retired from AC Delco /Delphi after more...

Garnet Louage

Garnet Louage

Aug 24, 2019

WAUWATOSA – Garnet S. Louage, 93, passed away at Luther Manor in Wauwatosa on Saturday, August 24, 2019. Garnet was born in Racine on March 24, 1926 to Joseph and Ada (nee, Schroeter) Svitavsky. She retired from Curative Workshop where she was Business Manager for over 34 years. Garnet was a lifelong member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, where she...

Bernard Wood

Bernard Wood

Aug 22, 2019

RACINE- Bernard "Ben" Wood, 71, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, August 22, 2019. Ben was born in Turin, Italy on December 6, 1947 to Peter and Gisella (nee Kaiser) Wood. At the age of 4, Ben moved with his family to the United States settling in West Allis. Ben retired from the City of West Allis Water Department....

Marian Galizanski

Marian Galizanski

Aug 21, 2019

Marian A. GalizanskiOctober 7, 1925 – August 21, 2019Marian Galizanski passed away in her home Wednesday, August 21, 2019 at the age of 93. Mom will be remembered to us as "The Cookie Lady," "Ted's Mom," "Mom," "Aunt Marian," "Gramma". She led the neighborhood kids on 100-mile bike trips each summer and several summers she biked to Minnesota with her...

Lori Esser

Lori Esser

Aug 20, 2019

RACINE – Lori Ann Esser, 62, went home to the Lord on Tuesday, August 20, 2019. Lori was born in Neenah Menasha on June 16, 1957 to John E. and Barbara Ann (nee, Keifer) Dorzweiler. On May 4, 1979 Lori married Brian Esser, celebrating 40 years of marriage. Lori was an English and French teacher for over 23 years, teaching...

Helga Beutel

Helga Beutel

Aug 18, 2019

Heaven has gained another angel, Helga F. Beutel (nee: Albert) 78, passed away on Sunday, August 18, 2019.She was born in Furth Germany on June 23, 1940. She was united in marriage to the late Edwin Beutel and came to United States in the early 60's. She and Edwin owned A-1 automotive until April 1995 when Edwin passed from pancreatic...

Bonnie Stauff

Bonnie Stauff

Aug 16, 2019

Bonnie Stauff (nee: Papendieck), Age 66 of Racine,WI passed away unexpectedly on August 16, 2019.Bonnie was born in Chilton, WI on March 6, 1953 to Robert W. and Elaine R. (nee: Hein) Papendieck. She was a loving mother to her two daughters and a proud grandmother to her three grandchildren. Bonnie truly loved children and was a dedicated preschool teacher...

R. Sutton

R. Sutton

Aug 14, 2019

RACINE – R. Darrell Sutton, 93, passed away at his home on Wednesday, August 14, 2019, surrounded by family and friends. Darrell was born in Newark, OH on May 10, 1926 to Earl D. and Thelma (nee, Thompson) Sutton. He served in the U.S. Army Air Corp during WWII. Darrell married the former Barbara "Bobbie" Eldridge, celebrating 45 years of...

Mildred Bauers

Mildred Bauers

Aug 11, 2019

Mildred Bauers, nee Bartel, went to join her Lord and family in Heaven on August 11, 2019, at age 99. Born March 18, 1920 to Carl and Anna Bartel of Wautoma, WI, Mildred attended Wautoma High School (where she was valedictorian of her senior class) and Oshkosh Business School (now UW, Oshkosh). She moved to Racine in 1940 where she...

Joanne Mosby

Joanne Mosby

Aug 8, 2019

Racine, WI – Joanne Elsner Mosby died peacefully shortly after the celebration of her 90th birthday surrounded by family. Joanne was born to Frieda and John Elsner on July 20, 1929 in Milwaukee, WI and grew up at 618 William Street in Racine with her parents and half-sister Betty Banks Hinsman. Her father, John Elsner, worked at Horlicks Malted Milk...

Shawn Connor

Shawn Connor

Aug 6, 2019

Shawn P. Connor, 59, died unexpectedly but peacefully on August 6, 2019 in Burlington, Wisconsin from natural causes. Born and raised in northwest Connecticut (Colebrook) during the 1960s and 70s, 'Sunshine Boy'' was that rare individual whose unmatched wit, amazing knowledge, and life-long learning transformed all those who knew and/or worked with him in Connecticut, Hawaii, and Wisconsin. His friends...

Kevin Kolis

Kevin Kolis

Aug 3, 2019

Kevin Edward Kolis, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away suddenly on August 3, 2019 at the age of 67 from cardiac complications.Kevin will forever be remembered by his brother Conrad (Nancy) Kolis of Cincinnati, OH, his daughter Rebecca Kolis of St Paul, MN, his son Brian (Rachel) Kolis of Marietta, GA, four grandchildren Isaiah, Christopher, Elena and Annabelle and...

David Lampman

David Lampman

Aug 2, 2019

RACINE – David G. Lampman, 84, passed away at Ridgewood Care Center on Friday, August 2, 2019 after his seven-year bout with dementia. Dave was born in Wabasha, MN on January 5, 1935 to Galend and June (nee Kamel) Lampman. He served in the U.S. Army. On April 29, 1961, Dave married the former Gail Monson, celebrating 58 years of...

Michael Carney

Michael Carney

Jul 30, 2019

Michael R. Carney RACINE – Michael R. Carney, 61, passed away at his home on Tuesday, July 30, 2019. Mike was born in Chicago, IL on August 12, 1957. He worked for Cree Lighting for many years. Mike was an artist and loved to collect baseball cards and memorabilia and coins. Survivors include his mother, Nellie Carney; brother and sisters,...

Noreen Burton

Noreen Burton

Jul 30, 2019

Noreen Helen Burton, nee Loomans, was called by her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, to her heavenly home on 30 July 2019 at the age of 95. Noreen was the first born of Christian parents and was the in-home babysitter for her brothers. She graduated from high school with honors and studied piano for ten years. Upon high school graduation,...

Martha Kargenian

Martha Kargenian

Jul 29, 2019

Martha (Barootian Akgulian) Kargenian, 99, passed away at Lakeshore at Siena on Monday, July 29, 2019.Martha was born in Turkey on April 25, 1920, the daughter of Eremia and Lucia (nee, Kaprelian) Barootian. Following the death of her father, Martha was raised by her mother and stepfather Tony Akgulian. She married John Kargenian. He preceded her in death in 1984....

Betty Maurer

Betty Maurer

Jul 13, 2019

RACINE – Betty J. Maurer, 93, passed away at the Villa at Lincoln Park on Saturday, July 13, 2019. Betty was born in Racine on November 18, 1925 to Edward and Elizabeth (nee, Boehme) Piette. On October 1, 1949, Betty married Herbert Maurer. He preceded her in death on February 5, 1988. Betty loved her garden, especially her roses and...

Darrell Miller

Darrell Miller

Jul 9, 2019

Darrell C. Miller, 50, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 9, 2019. Darrell was born in Racine on March 2, 1969 to Henry and Carol Miller. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends and loved his two daughters immensely. He also enjoyed making his famous breakfast and cooking on the grill. Darrell enjoyed watching sports and was a Packer...

Dorothy Borowsky

Dorothy Borowsky

Jul 6, 2019

RACINE – Dorothy E. Borowsky, nee, Zamecnik, 96, passed away at Lakeshore at Siena on July 6, 2019. Dorothy was born in Racine on February 18, 1923 to Frank and Josephine (nee, Block) Zamecnik. Dorothy was our families "Rosie the Riveter" working at Belle City Malleable during WWII, which is where she met her future husband, Bill after he returned...

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