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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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Carol Saylor

Carol Saylor

May 12, 2018

Racine- Carol Katherine Saylor, 82, passed away at Ascension Healthcare- All Saints surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, May 12, 2018.Carol was born in Milwaukee to Walter R. and Katherine A (nee: Barlow) Kutz on February 1, 1936. On April 10, 1953 she was united in marriage to Kenneth C. Saylor, Sr. at Unity Evangelical Lutheran Church. He preceded...

Max Brulz

Max Brulz

May 10, 2018

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Earl Klepel

Earl Klepel

May 5, 2018

Earl M. Klepel was born on December 17, 1925 to Rhoda Simon Klepel and Earl R. Klepel. He died on May 5, 2018 at the age of 92. Earl graduated from Horlick High School in 1943. He served in the U.S. Navy Submarine Service on the USS Hoe SS258 during WWII. Earl married Ethel Shirley Thompson on August 20, 1949....

Marcille Janowski

Marcille Janowski

May 3, 2018

HORICON – Marcille V. Janowski, 96, passed away on Thursday, May 3, 2018. Marcille was born in Caledonia, WI on September 16, 1921 to Wenzel and Angeline (nee, Simon) Kaplan. She married Edmund F. Janowski, celebrating 61 years of marriage. He preceded her in death in 2002. Marcille enjoyed spending time with her family. Survivors include her children, Joanne Nikkila...

Mary Lueckfeld

Mary Lueckfeld

Apr 29, 2018

RACINE – Mary Lueckfeld, 57, passed away at her home on Sunday, April 29, 2018. Mary was born in Racine on October 8, 1960 to Kenneth and Renata (nee, Priesz) Lueckfeld. She enjoyed her time working at Careers Industries, being around people and loved when company came by to visit. Mary was one of God's angels on earth, called back...

Sylvia Morrison

Sylvia Morrison

Apr 24, 2018

Sylvia Morrison, dearly loved wife, mother and grandmother, passed away on April 24. Sylvia loved golden retrievers, diamond rings, Broadway musicals, large-print romance novels and the movie The Quiet Man. She leaves behind countless sweaters and afghans lovingly knit for friends and family.The daughter of Armenian immigrants, Sylvia Dergarabedian was born in Racine. The friends she made while growing up...

Joy Marinac

Joy Marinac

Apr 23, 2018

Racine – Joy C. Marinac (nee, Lampman), 89, passed away on April 23, 2018.Joy was born in Wabasha, MN, on August 10, 1928 to Galend and June (nee, Koelmel) Lampman. She was united in marriage to Carl Marinac at Sacred Heart Catholic Church on February 26, 1949. They were married for 61 years before his passing in 2010.Joy retired from...

Marjorie Bowman

Marjorie Bowman

Apr 23, 2018

RACINE- Marjorie A. Bowman, 90, passed away at Ridgewood Care Center on Monday, April 23, 2018.Marjorie was born in Racine on October 1, 1927 to Gustave and Lydia (nee: Guth) Holtz. She married Lloyd E. Bowman in Racine, on June 11, 1949. He preceded her death in February 12, 2012.Marjorie is survived by her sons, David (Linda) Bowman and James...

Ronald Wellna

Ronald Wellna

Apr 22, 2018

On Sunday April 22nd, Ronald Ernest "Charming" Wellna made his last sarcastic comment at the age of 83. Ronald was reunited with his son Al in heaven. Ronald will forever be remembered by his wife Karen, his children Jon and Liz, and Susan and Scott, his grandchildren A.J. and Jamie, Sara and Avery, Kirsten, Ali and Matt, Sara, Marisa, four...

Carl Pooch

Carl Pooch

Apr 12, 2018

Carl H. Pooch, 95, passed away at St. Monica Senior Living on Thursday, April 12, 2018. Carl was born in Racine on June 17, 1922 to William and Amanda (nee: Ulrich) Pooch. He served in the United States Army Air Corps. Carl worked for Walker Manufacturing until his retirement. On November 2, 1974, he was united in Marriage to Janet...

Takouhi Andekian

Takouhi Andekian

Apr 8, 2018

RACINE – Takouhi Andekian, 92, passed away at home on Sunday, April 8, 2018. Takouhi was born in Racine on December 27, 1925 to Arsen and Sophie (nee, Salbashian) Andekian. She was a member of St. Mesrob Armenian Apostolic Church; was a member of the Women's Guild and A.G.B.U. Takouhi retired from J.I Case Company and was a member of...

Susan Prymek

Susan Prymek

Apr 6, 2018

Union Grove – Susan L. (nee, Sprifke) Prymek, 74, passed away at Oak Ridge Care Center on Friday, April 6, 2018 Susan was born in Milwaukee on September 23, 1943 to Frank and Lorraine (nee, Lohman) Sprifke. Survivors include her sister-in-law, Susan Sprifke; nieces and nephews, Scott Sprifke, Traci Sprifke, Jennifer Sprifke, David Leannah and Erica Leannah; and dear friends,...

Lallubhai Patel

Lallubhai Patel

Mar 30, 2018

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Carol Scott

Carol Scott

Mar 29, 2018

Carol J. Scott(nee: Clemens)Tomahawk- Carol J. Scott (nee: Clemens), 75, passed away at Tomahawk Health Services on Thursday, March 29, 2018.Carol was born on December 18, 1942. She married Roger Scott, who preceded her in death. She was a longtime Cudahy resident until Roger's retirement when they moved to St. Germain. She enjoyed anything Elvis and had a love for...

Patricia Hoffman

Patricia Hoffman

Mar 23, 2018

RACINE – Patricia Jane Hoffman, 83, was called to her eternal home onFriday, March 23, 2018.Patricia was born in Racine on June 30, 1934 to James and Edna (nee, Bolman) Flanigan. She married George A. Hoffman, Sr. on January 28, 1954 in Jacksonville, Florida where George was in the Navy. They began raising their children with God as the head...

Leland Ulcek

Leland Ulcek

Mar 22, 2018

FRANKSVILLE - Leland J. Ulcek, 86, passed peacefully in his sleep, surrounded by family, to be reunited with his heavenly father. Lee was born in Racine on September 20, 1931 to the late Joseph N. and Edna (Maas) Ulcek. He proudly served in the U.S. Airforce from April 4, 1949 to November 3, 1952. He was a Charter member of...

Bruce Hendrickson

Bruce Hendrickson

Mar 19, 2018

Racine – Bruce E. Hendrickson, 71, passed away at Wisconsin Veterans Home on Monday, March 19, 2018. Bruce was born in Milwaukee on April 3, 1946 to Bruce F. and Irene (nee, Davis) Hendrickson. He served in the U.S. Marine Corp, retiring as a Master Sargent after more than 24 years of service, including 27 months in Viet Nam. Bruce...

Lawrence Janiak

Lawrence Janiak

Mar 19, 2018

RACINE – Lawrence F. Janiak, 93, passed away at his home on Monday, March 19, 2018. Larry was born in Racine on May 15, 1924 to Joseph and Constance (nee, Kawecka) Janiak. He served in the U.S. Army Air Corp during WWII. On June 1, 1946, Larry married the former Rose Marie Kochanski at St. Stanislaus Church. She preceded him...

William Van Brunt

William Van Brunt

Mar 19, 2018

RACINE – William A. Van Brunt, 75, passed away at Ascension All Saints on Monday, March 19, 2018. Bill was born in Durand, WI on August 28, 1942 to Fern F. and Clara L. (nee, Swain) Van Brunt. He retired from J.I. Case Company. Bill was a member of the Twenty-Year Club at Case Company. He enjoyed cards and playing...

Ronald Jarosz

Ronald Jarosz

Mar 19, 2018

Ronald C. Jarosz, 79, passed away at the VA medical center in Milwaukee, WI on March 19, 2018. Ron was born in Chicago, IL on October 24, 1938 to Florence Ryan (nee Pinkowski) and Chester Jaroszewski. He served in the US Army during the Vietnam War. Ron was a painter for most of his life. Ron enjoyed playing cards with...

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