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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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Wilma Wiser
Nov 7, 2018
Wilma I. Wiser, 96, passed away at Ascension- All Saints on Wednesday, November 7, 2018.Wilma was born in Hustisford on January 31, 1922 to Victor and Irene Radloff. She married Francis Wiser and they enjoyed 68 years of marriage until his passing on March 4, 2015. Wilma enjoyed gardening, managing small businesses and going on Elderhostel's. She is survived by...
Phillip Williams
Nov 5, 2018
RACINE – Phillip D. "Pat" Williams, 88, passed away on November 5, 2018 at the Clement Zablocki V.A. Medical Center in Milwaukee. Pat was born to the late Lloyd and Bertha (nee, Pax) Williams on April 21, 1930 near Wilson (St. Croix County) Wisconsin. Pat served as a Staff Sergeant in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War and...
Raymond Schwartz
Nov 4, 2018
Raymond A. Schwartz, 63, passed away at Froedtert Hospital on Sunday, November 4, 2018. Ray was born in Racine on February 14, 1955 to Wayne and Mary (nee: Rizzo) Schwartz. He married Vivian Chacon on April 25, 2009. Ray was employed by JI Case Company. He was always on the go either doing projects around the house or working in...
Margaret Wolfrom
Nov 3, 2018
RACINE – Margaret A. Wolfrom, 85, passed away at Ridgewood Care Center on Saturday, November 3, 2018. Maggie was born in Antigo, WI on September 16, 1933. Early in life she joined the Franciscan Catholic Convent. As a Nun she taught school in the Catholic school system, first in Chicago and then in Wisconsin. When she left the Convent, she...
William Turner
Oct 31, 2018
RACINE-William D. Turner, 77, passed away peacefully at Racine Commons Assisted Living on Wednesday, October 31, 2018. William was born in Chicago on December 29, 1940 to Herbert and Polly (nee: Duval) Turner. He is survived by his daughters, Teresa McCluskey, Tamara (Kevin) McMullen, Adriane (Glenn) McGovern and Amy (Steve) Luebke; eight grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; nephews, and niece; and his...
Richard Johnson
Oct 28, 2018
- Richard "Red" Johnson, 76, passed away peacefully at Season's Hospice in Waukesha on Sunday, October 28, 2018. Red was born on June 26, 1942 in Ironwood, MI to the late Walter and Louise (nee: LaForge) Johnson. He graduated from St. Ambrose High School in 1960. Red was united in marriage to Fran Siklich at St.Ambrose Catholic Church on April...
William Mayer
Oct 25, 2018
RAYMOND- William "Willie" J. Mayer, 58, passed to new life October 25, 2018 after a twenty year struggle with heart disease. Born August 24, 1960 of the late Peter Sr. and Helen Mayer (nee, Chvilicek), he was raised in Caledonia along with his six brothers and five sisters. As a young adult, Willie was known as the local barkeep at...
Radmila Pavlovic
Oct 23, 2018
SEMINOLE, FL – Radmila Pavlovic, 77, passed away ay Largo Medical Center in Largo, FL on Tuesday, October 23, 2018. Radmila was born in Bosnia Herzegovina on December 11, 1940 to Ilija and Stana (nee, Arezina) Malinovic. She married Novica Pavlovic. He preceded her in death on July 23, 2009. Radmila and Novica were longtime residents of Racine since 1958.Survivors...
Steven Ahart
Oct 22, 2018
Steve C. Ahart, 51, passed away at his residence on October 22, 2018. Steve was born in Phoenix, AZ on June 22, 1967. He enjoyed riding gaming, music, riding motorcycles and being outdoors. He is survived by his sons, Stevenmarc Ahart and Ashley Vaughn Ahart, granddaughters, Kori Lynn, Alexis Marie and Trinity Isabella and brother Christopher Ahart. Steve is further...
Norman Hafeman
Oct 20, 2018
Racine – Norman Hafeman, 94, passed away at Ridgewood Care Center on Saturday, October 20, 2018. Norm was born in Wayside, WI on June 23, 1924 to Walter and Bertha (nee, Radichel) Hafeman. On August 6, 1955, Norm married Ruth Ihlenfeldt and had been married for 63 years. During the war years Norm worked as a farmer with his father...
Patricia Polachowski
Oct 19, 2018
RACINE – Patricia Ann Polachowski, nee Konieczka, 76, died unexpectedly at Ascension All Saints hospital on October 19, 2018.Pat was born in Milwaukee Wisconsin on August 28, 1942. The daughter of the late Betty Jean Giese (Ralph). Pat was united in marriage to the late Ronald Polachowski. Pat was a hard working farm wife and 4-H leader, nurse and amazing...
Marilyn Wingard
Oct 17, 2018
On Wednesday, Oct 17, 2018, Marilyn Wingard passed away at home surrounded by love, at the age of 86. Known for her infectious smile and loving heart, Marilyn lived and amazingly full life. Born to parents Margaret and Earnest Larson she along with her sisters, Patricia, Joanne, and Roberta were encouraged to embrace everything life has to offer. Marilyn graduated...
Mark Akgulian
Oct 11, 2018
RACINE – Mark Akgulian, 95, passed away at Lakeshore at Siena on Thursday, October 11, 2018. Mark was born in Racine on May 19, 1923 to Avak and Hripsime (nee, Hacherian) Akgulian. He was a graduate of Washington Park High School and served in the U.S. Army in the European Theater during WWII. He graduated from Layton School of Art...
Blaine Stabbe
Oct 5, 2018
Camp Douglas, WI - Blaine Thomas Stabbe, CPO USNR Retired, Vietnam Veteran, USPS Branch 2 Letter Carrier retired. Died at home Oct.5, 2018, with his wife Connie at his side. Blaine did things his own way, from his version of 'Happy Birthday' to all holiday decorations made of plastic. He never answered a question with a simple yes or no....
William Dewees
Oct 3, 2018
William R. DeWees, Jr. passed away on October 3, 2018 while up in God's Country in Land O'Lakes, WI. 'Little Bill' was born in Chicago, Il. on March 13, 1949 to William and the late Marie DeWees. Bill started his educational journey in Chicago and graduated from Divine Savior Grammar School and Ridgewood High School in Norridge, Il. after the...
Dolores Bethke
Oct 3, 2018
RACINE – Dolores I. Bethke, 89, passed away at Ascension All Saints Hospital on Wednesday, October 3, 2018. Dolores was born in Milwaukee on March 5, 1929 to Matthew E. and Clara (nee, Zimmer) Keefe. On June 17, 1950, Dolores married Gerald Bethke at St. Patrick Catholic Church. He preceded her in death on September 27, 2009. Dolores was retired...
Siegfried Kroll
Sep 30, 2018
Siegfried H. Kroll, 90, passed away at Tree of Life Assisted Living on Sunday, September 30, 2018.Funeral services for Siegfried will be held at the funeral home on Friday, October 5, 2018 at 2:30 p.m. Private inurnment will take place. Relatives and friends may meet with the family at the funeral home from 2:00 p.m. until the time of services.
Lynne Martinson
Sep 27, 2018
RACINE – Lynne A. Martinson, 75, unexpectedly passed away at Ascension All Saints Hospital on Thursday, September 27, 2018. Lynne was born in Racine on March 6, 1943 to James and LaVerne (nee, Keller) Spangenberg. On October 17, 1964 she married Paul Martinson, celebrating 54 years of marriage. Lynne was a member of St. John Lutheran Church. Faith and family...
Edward Tanner
Sep 22, 2018
Edward S. Tanner, age 81 passed away Saturday, September 22, 2018 at his home.He was born July 19, 1937 in Texas City, Texas, the son of Jesse and Pearl (Schoeppe) Tanner. He married Darlene O'Brien. Edward was employed as Layout Inspector at the former American Motors in Kenosha and retired from Chrysler Corp. after 31 years of service. He moved...
Glenn Surendonk
Sep 22, 2018
RACINE – Glenn R. Surendonk, 86, passed away at Lakeshore at Sienna Center on Saturday, September 22, 2018.Glenn was born in Racine on November 19, 1931. On August 24, 1957 he married the former Dianne Sorensen. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Glenn was a Journalist and retired from the Journal Times after 30 years where...
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