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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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Christina Minor
Mar 21, 2019
Christina Irene Minor, nee, Johnson, 59, passed away at home on Thursday, March 21, 2019.Christina was born in Milwaukee on October 1, 1959 to Robert and Regina Johnson. She was employed by McAdams Graphics in Oak Creek for 20 years.Christina married Steve Minor who survives her along with her children, Billy (Nicole) Baker, Jacob Baker, Travis (Cari) Kucko and Lynnze...
Janet Lee
Mar 19, 2019
Janet F. LeeRACINE – Janet F. Lee, 74, passed away on Tuesday, March 19, 2019.Janet was born in Racine on November 3, 1944 to Byron Simon and Betty (nee, Burg) Powers. On August 24, 1963, she married Wayne I. Lee, celebrating 55 years of marriage. Janet enjoyed crafting, sewing, bingo and going on bus trips with Wayne. Her favorite TV...
Terry Sawicki
Mar 15, 2019
Terry J. Sawicki (T.J. by all who knew him), age 60, was guided to heaven on the wings of his family who passed before him on March 15, 2019 at St. Francis Hospital surrounded by family.Now living in Caledonia, T.J., the son of the late Leonard & Marguerite Sawicki, grew up in St. Francis along with his older siblings Leonard,...
Samuel Dipasquale
Mar 14, 2019
Samuel N. DiPasqualeSILVER LAKE - Samuel N. DiPasquale, 87, passed away at home on Thursday, March 14, 2019.Sam was born in Racine on November 21, 1931 to Samuel L. DiPasquale and Dorothy (nee, Johnson) Simpson. He married the former Mary Lou Chiausky on November 8, 1952. Sam served in the U.S. Marine Corp. He worked at Lindstrom's Bakery, Schaefer Pontiac,...
Dawn Laznicka-Imberi
Mar 9, 2019
RACINE – Dawn Marie Laznicka-Imberi, 53, passed away at Columbia St. Mary's Hospital in Milwaukee on Saturday, March 9, 2019.Dawn was born in Racine on April 18, 1965 to Edward and Anita (nee, Gorr) Laznicka. On March 26, 1994 she married Christopher Imberi, celebrating 25 years of marriage. She worked for the City of Racine for over 18 years. Dawn...
William Harvill
Mar 2, 2019
William "Bill" Perry Harvill, Jr., 71 peacefully passed away Saturday, March 2, 2019 at his home surrounded by family.Bill was born on September 14, 1947, in Springfield, Illinois. He married Deborah Jean Hoeper in 1970 and she preceded him in death in 1986. Also preceding him in death are his first daughter, Catherine Lee Harvill, and his parents, William Perry...
Raeann Hughes
Mar 2, 2019
RACINE – RaeAnn M. Hughes, 59, passed away on Saturday, March 2, 2019.RaeAnn was born in Racine on September 14, 1959 to Raymond and Ruth Dixon. She is survived by her sons, Matthew (Carrie Huestens) Madisen and David (Ellyn) Madisen; several grandchildren; her brothers, Brian Dixon and Ron Dixon; cousin, Tracey Fox and her longtime companion, John Allen.In keeping with...
Elaine Brumm
Mar 2, 2019
Oak Creek - Elaine F. Brumm, 94, passed away at Aurora St. Luke's Southshore on Saturday, March 2, 2019.Elaine was born in Oconto, WI, the daughter of Charles L. and Eva (nee, Krohn) Wittock. She was a Corporal in the Women's Army Corp from 1943 to 1944. On August 12, 1950, elaine married Frank Brumm in Waukegan, IL. He preceded...
Harold Webster
Mar 1, 2019
Harold D. Webster, 73, rode off into the sunset on his Harley on Friday, March 1, 2019.Left to cherish his memory are his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren as well as many other relatives and friends. In following with his wishes no services will be held. Harold's family would like to thank the doctors and nurses at Ascension Healthcare for...
Patrick Zgola
Mar 1, 2019
Patrick G. Zgola, 57, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 1, 2019.Patrick was born in Milwaukee on September 23, 1961 to Gerald J. and Mary (nee; Stachowiak) Zgola. Pat is survived by his son, Andrew (fiance' Jessica) Zgola, mother Mary "Maggie" Zgola and brothers, Michael Zgola and David (Michele) Zgola and Jessica's daughter, Janelle, who calls him grandpa. He is...
Josephine Morrison
Feb 28, 2019
Racine – Josephine Morrison,96, passed away at Woods of Caledonia on Thursday, February 28, 2019.Josephine was born in Racine on February 11, 1923 to Tony and Theresa (nee, Biladello) Rizzo. She married Paul H. Morrison, He preceded her in death on January 12, 2012. Josephine retired from Rainfair, Inc. after more than thirty years. She was a volunteer at the...
Josephine Ziolkowska
Feb 25, 2019
RACINE – Josephine S. Ziolkowska, first born child of Polish Immigrants, Boleslaw and Stephina Ziolkowski, passed away at the age of 104 years. Josephine was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Mary Lesnik, Sophie Ziolkowska, Stella Foster, Jennie Jensen, Bernice Blagec, Catherine Sweet and her brother, Benny Ziolkowski. She is survived by her brother, Ted Wasiak along with many...
Nicholas Tures
Feb 20, 2019
Nicholas G. TuresNicholas G. Tures, 88, passed away peacefully at his home with family by his side on Wednesday, February 20, 2019.Nick was born in Kenosha on August 16, 1930, the son of the late George and Evelyn Tures. On April 14, 1956 Nicholas was united in marriage to Patti Patzman at St. John Nepomuk Church. He was employed by...
Brian Miller
Feb 14, 2019
Brian D. MillerBrian D. Miller passed away peacefully on February 14, 2019 with his loved ones at his side.Brian was born in Oak Park, IL on November 10, 1951 to Joseph and Geraldine Miller. Brian received his education in LaGrange, IL and graduated from Lyons Twp. High School.Brian was a musician at heart, playing drums and composing songs. He was...
Leone Lenart
Feb 12, 2019
Leone Lenart, 93, passed away at the Woods of Caledonia on Tuesday, February 12, 2019. Leone was born in Racine on December 28, 1925 to Leopold A. and Emma (nee, Boss) Eschmann. On January 3, 1947, Leone married Stanley S. Lenart in Kenosha. He preceded her in death in May of 2000. She was a member of Holy Communion Lutheran...
Shirley Bouwens
Feb 10, 2019
Shirley Bouwens RACINE – Shirley Bouwens, 94, passed away at Ridgewood Care Center on Sunday, February 10, 2019. Shirley was born in Janesville, WI on January 31, 1925 to Clifford Wandell and Jean (nee, Hansen) Goetz. Survivors include her children, Terry Thompson, Timothy (Linda) Zierke and Scott Zierke; grandchildren, Lance Thompson, Chad (Penny) Thompson, Pamela (Bob) Stone, Dawn (Billy) Barabas,...
Patricia Fink
Feb 9, 2019
Patricia L. FinkRACINE - Patricia Lee Fink, 70, surrounded by her family, was taken home to Heaven on Saturday, February 9, 2019.Pat was born in Ironwood, MI on May 28, 1948 to Fred and Ila (nee, Coey) Dietel. On October 28, 1967 she married Vernon Fink, Sr., They enjoyed 51 wonderful years of marriage together. Pat worked at DeRango's Restaurant...
Scott Pie
Feb 6, 2019
Racine- Scott Raymond Pie, 64, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday February 6th, 2019, at St. Mary's Hospital. Scott was born on July 29th, 1954, the son of Clifford and Jeanne (nee: Shannon) Pie. On January 29th, 1975, Scott married the love of his life, Terry Ann Sprecksel and was a devoted husband for 44 years. Scott was an avid zombie...
Penny Hansen
Feb 4, 2019
Penny L. Hansen (nee: Taft) 71, passed away at Ascension Healthcare Franklin Campus on Monday, February 4, 2019.Penny was born in Kenosha on June 9, 1947 to Paul and Virginia Taft. She met Roy Hansen and they married in 1970. Penny was a past Supervisor for the Village of Caledonia. She was a horse lover and enjoyed spending time tending...
Thomas Kuree
Feb 3, 2019
Thomas L. KureeRACINE - Thomas L. Kuree, 69, passed away at home on Sunday, February 3, 2019.Tom was born on July 2, 1949 to Leonard and Grace (nee, Hueffner) Kuree. Tom is survived by cousin Wanda Pye of Mt. Pleasant WI. Tom was preceded in death by his parents.Mr. Kuree held a Bachelor of Business degree from the University of...
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