Obituaries
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.
Please visit our Wall of Honor to view the veterans we were honored to serve.
Marian Meiter
Dec 31, 2017
Racine- Marian J. Meiter,83, passed away at her residence on Sunday, December 31, 2017.Marian was born in Iron Mountain, MI on March 27, 1934 to Lynn and Bernice (nee: Bedore) Hartlerode. She married George Meiter, who preceded her in death on May 2, 1970. Marian was a member of the Racine Kennel Club. She enjoyed in Breeding and training shelties.Marian...
Warren Honore'
Dec 25, 2017
RACINE – Warren S. Honore' born June 30th, 1936 passed away Christmas Day 2017 at the age of 81 after a long and arduous battle with a form of Alzheimer's Disease.Warren was preceded in death by his loving parents; Gilbert and Gladys (Wold) Honore'. Warren is the eldest brother to Jerome, Daniel and Steven, and is survived by his brothers,...
Ruben Rodriguez
Dec 24, 2017
Ruben A. RodriguezRACINE- Ruben A. Rodriguez, 86, passed away at his residence on December 24, 2017.Ruben was born in San Antonio, TX on October 23, 1931 to Blas and Trinidad Rodriguez. He served in United States Army during the Korean Conflict. In October Ruben took part in the Stars and Stripes Honor Flight. He retired from Chrysler and then worked...
Bernice Benson
Dec 21, 2017
RACINE – Bernice D. Benson, 89, passed away at Ascension All Saints Hospital on Thursday, December 21, 2017. Bernice was born in Milwaukee on March 13, 1928 to Paul and Frieda (nee, Behling) Wegner. On January 31, 1953 she married Victor E. Benson, Jr. He preceded her in death April 25, 2009. They lived in Conover, WI until the passing...
Theodore Schmidt
Dec 17, 2017
RACINE – Theodore L. "Ted" Schmidt, 66, passed away at home on Sunday, December 17, 2017. Ted was born in Racine on January 26, 1951 to Carl and Nelma (nee, Turner) Schmidt. He retired from InSinkErator after many years. Ted loved going to sporting events especially Cubs games, boxing events and playing golf. He a Harley rider and an avid...
Virginia Groth
Dec 16, 2017
Born in Milwaukee to Hans & Fern (Poole) Knoff. She spent all of her early life in Milwaukee. She graduated from Pulaski High School in Milwaukee. In 1956 she married the love of her life, Harvey Groth. They spent 61 wonderful years together while raising 5 children. She spent the majority of her adult life being a great wife, mother,...
Benjamin Nelson
Dec 12, 2017
RACINE – Benjamin G. "Bud" Nelson, 78, passed away at Ascension All Saints Hospital on Tuesday, December 12, 2017. Bud was born in Racine on February 22, 1939 to Roy and Dorothy Nelson. He graduated from Racine Lutheran High School in 1957 and married his high school sweetheart, Donna Schattner on March 22, 1960, celebrating 57 years of marriage. Bud...
Kenneth Reth
Dec 11, 2017
Racine – Kenneth C. Reth, 92, passed away at Lakeshore Manor on Monday, December 11, 2017. Ken was born in Racine on May 21, 1925 to Fred and Luella (nee, Kissner) Reth. He served in the U.S. Army during WWII landing in Normandy France with his Tank Battalion. Upon returning to Racine he worked for Belle City Malleable for several...
Gary Tradewell
Dec 10, 2017
Racine- Gary D. Tradewell, 71, passed away at St. Joseph's Hospital on Sunday, December 10, 2017.Gary was born in Racine on May 2, 1946 to David and Mildred (nee: Ahlschlager) Tradewell. He graduated from Park High School and served in the United States Air Force. Gary married Karen Granditzke in Cudahy on August 13, 1966. He held various management positions...
Linda Lepoidevin
Dec 10, 2017
Linda J. LePoidevin Racine- Linda J. LePoidevin, 60, passed away at Season's Hospice on Sunday, December 10, 2017. Linda was born in Racine on August 10, 1957 to John and Patricia (nee: James) LePoidevin. She enjoyed painting and spending time with her family. Linda is survived by her brother and sister in law, Dean (Ruth) LePoidevin and nephews, Elliot (Lauren),...
Dorothy Darge
Dec 6, 2017
Dorothy V. DargeRACINE- Dorothy V. Darge, 94, passed away at Ascension Healthcare- All Saints on December 6, 2017.Dorothy was born on March 30, 1923 to Karl and Lenora Tessmer. She married Donald Darge, he preceded her in death in 1991. Dorothy worked as a waitress at various restaurants over the years. She was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church...
Dennis Stephan
Nov 27, 2017
RACINE- Dennis W. Stephan, 70, passed away at his residence on November 27, 2017.Dennis was born in Racine on February 22, 1947 to Willard and Rose (nee: Stloukal) Stephan. He served in the United States Navy. Dennis earned his degree in Engineering. He worked as a Land Surveyor for the Racine County and owned Stephan Surveying. Dennis enjoyed vacationing in...
Helen Schemenauer
Nov 23, 2017
RACINE – Helen J. Schemenauer, 78, passed away at Ascension All Saints Hospital on Thursday, November 23, 2017. Helen was born in Milwaukee on November 5, 1939. She married Glenn J. Schemenauer, celebrating 61 years of marriage. He preceded her in death on November 23, 2016. Helen worked as a waitress for several local area restaurants. She loved to cook,...
Barbara Nommensen
Nov 21, 2017
Racine- Barbara J. Nommensen, 75, passed away at Ascension Healthcare-All Saints on Tuesday, November 21, 2017.Barb was born in Racine on October 12, 1942 to David and Natalie Mueller. She married Robert Nommensen at St. John's Lutheran Church in 1963. She was a longtime member of St. John's Lutheran Church and spent many years volunteering at Lutheran High Thrift shop....
Ruth Madsen
Nov 16, 2017
Ruth Mae Madsen (nee Johnson), 92, of Racine, Wisconsin, went to be with her Lord and Savior on November 16, 2017 following a brief stay at Agrace Hospice in Madison, Wisconsin. She has lived with her son and daughter-in-law, Craig and Mary Madsen, in Fitchburg, Wisconsin for the last two years. Ruth was born in Racine on May 24, 1925,...
Dorothy Nelson
Nov 15, 2017
Dorothy Marie Nelson, 90, passed away at Ascension Healthcare All Saints on Wednesday, November 15, 2017. Dorothy was born in Racine on November 13, 1927 to Jacob and Louise (Myers) Johnson. She attended St. Rose Catholic School, graduated from Park High School and attended Lake Forest College. Dorothy married David Nelson on January 19, 1949. She enjoyed entertaining, reading and...
Lyola Draeger
Nov 14, 2017
RACINE – Lyola O. Draeger, 96 passed away with her family by her side at Ascension All Saints on Tuesday, November 14, 2017. Lyola was born in Laona, WI on February 23, 1921 to Theodore and Emma (ne Diefenbach) Lambert. On January 12,1947 in Racine, WI she was married to Charles W. Draeger. He preceded her in death on January...
David Czarnowski
Nov 10, 2017
RACINE- David T. Czarnowski, 69, passed away at St. Catherine's Hospital on Friday, November 10, 2017.David was born in Racine on September 27, 1948 to Florentine and Regina (nee: Kiedrowski) Czarnowski. He served in the United States Army and spent 2 years in Germany during his service. David married the former Diane Rutkus on August 12, 1978. He worked for...
Kathleen Kaishian
Nov 8, 2017
Of Cudahy, Found peace on Wednesday, November 8, 2017 at the age of 82.Preceded in death by her beloved husband, Russell, her sister Wilhelmina (Rice) and brother Frank (Weinstock.She is survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.Kathy worked for 23 years at the City of South Milwaukee Waste Water Facility. She was a choir member at St. Mesrob...
Randall Lantz
Nov 6, 2017
RACINE – Randall Richard Lantz, 61, passed away at Froedtert Hospital in Wauwatosa on Monday, November 6, 2017. Randy was born in Racine on May 16, 1956 to Ervin and Jane (nee, Schiro) Lantz. He was employed by Eckman. His love for math led him to work as a tax accountant for H & R Block. Randy was a lifelong...
Subscribe
Subscribe to get alerts on new obituaries

A Year of Grief Support
Sign up for one year of weekly grief messages designed to provide strength and comfort during this challenging time.

