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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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Sailendra Basu
Apr 21, 2016
RACINE – Sailendra Nath Basu, 99, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints in Racine on April 21, 2016. Dr. Basu was born in Katihar, Bihar, India in February 23, 1917 to an engineer father. He graduated from Calcutta University with a degree in Medicine and completed his Fellowship at the Vienna Academy of Science in 1955. He practiced in...
Marvin Rosenwinkel
Apr 20, 2016
UNION GROVE – Marvin A. Rosenwinkel, 89, passed away at the Wisconsin Veterans Home on Wednesday, April 20, 2016.Marvin was born in Elmhurst, IL on May 31, 1926 to August H. and Helen (nee, Matthews) Rosenwinkel. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Marvin married the former Jean Price. She preceded him in death in 1986. He...
Loisjean Petricek
Apr 20, 2016
RACINE – Loisjean Petricek, 70, passed away at home on Wednesday, April 20, 2016. Loisjean was born in Racine on August 26, 1945 to Arthur M.M. and Nerea (nee, Jeskey) Haack. She married Robert Petricek, Sr., celebrating over 52 years of marriage. Loisjean was an avid reader and sewer, sewing for several local resale shops. She loved crossword puzzles, playing...
Rose Desalvo
Apr 17, 2016
RACINE – Rose Mary DeSalvo, 78, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on April 17, 2016Rose Mary was born in Milwaukee on September 27, 1937 to Samuel and Leona (nee, Broiant) Daveni. She was united in Holy Matrimony to Thomas DeSalvo on August 8, 1959. Rose Mary is survived by her beloved husband, Thomas DeSalvo; loving daughter, Gina...
Dennis Haas
Apr 13, 2016
RACINE/PLAIN, WI – Dennis J. Haas, age 55, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 16, 2016.Dennis was born March 3, 1961 to LaVerne and Luella (Bauer) Haas. He graduated from River Valley High School in 1979. Shortly after graduation he enlisted in the military; serving in both the Army and Marines. Dennis was an active member in both, American Legion...
Joseph Zalesak
Apr 12, 2016
RACINE - Reunited with his beloved Eleanor at his side you can hear the sweet sounds of Joe's violin as he settles into his new surroundings with God's orchestra nearby. A remarkable man - a remarkable life. As a talented woodworker Joe worked with the Studios of Potente in Kenosha for 30-some years. His handiwork can be found throughout churches...
Charles Gunderson
Apr 8, 2016
RACINE – Charles W. Gunderson, 79, passed away at home on Friday, April 08, 2016.Charles was born in Milwaukee on May 6, 1936 to John and Dorothy (nee, Bohl) Gunderson. He married Jacquelyn (nee, Spinnato) on September 1, 1989. Charles served in the U.S Army and the U.S Navy Reserve. He worked as a long haul truck driver for many...
Otto Last
Mar 31, 2016
RACINE – Otto R. Last, 97, passed away at Azura Care of Kenosha on Thursday, March 31, 2016. Otto was born and raised in Riverside, IL, moving to Racine to work for J.I. Case Company. Otto was preceded in death by his first wife, Dorothy Last. He served in the U.S. Coast Guard during WWII. Survivors include his wife, Jesse...
Ilona Soderberg
Mar 31, 2016
Ilona D. Soderberg RACINE – Ilona D. Soderberg, 71, passed away at home on Thursday, March 31, 2016. Ilona was born on December 5, 1944 to William C. Hoover and Linnea U. Niemi. She had been married to John B. Krumm and the late Thomas F. Soderberg. Ilona was an unusually artistic and talented individual who enjoyed acting and singing...
Kenneth Jaeck
Mar 29, 2016
Kenneth C. Jaeck RACINE – Kenneth C. Jaeck, 86, passed away on Tuesday, March 29, 2016. Ken was born in Racine on January 21, 1930 to Clarence and Clara (nee, Bahr) Jaeck. He graduated from Wm. Horlick High School in 1948, and married his wife of 61 years, Clara (nee, Sahagian), in 1954. Ken retired from Twin Disc in 1992...
James Chambers
Mar 28, 2016
RACINE – James Chambers, 93, passed away at Franciscan Villa in south Milwaukee on Monday, March 28, 2016. Jim was born in Chicago, IL on November 26, 1922 to Frank E. and Nellie (nee, Hunger) Chambers. He married the former Helen Magdech in Racine on May 14, 1955. She preceded him in death on February 15, 2008. Jim served in...
Artine Tanielian
Mar 25, 2016
RACINE – Artine M. Tanielian, 88, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Friday, March 25, 2016. Artine was born in Beirut, Lebanon on December 17, 1927 to Mkrditch and Mariam (nee, DerMesropian) Tanielian. In December 1956, Artine married the former Gulkhater Tachdjian in Lebanon, before moving to Racine. He retired from Interlake. Survivors include his children, Ani (Vahe)...
Janice Hand
Mar 22, 2016
RACINE – Janice R. Hand, 63, passed away at home on Tuesday, March 22, 2016. Jan was born in Antigo, WI on November 17, 1952 to Martin and Eleanor (nee, Parham) Braun. She married Leonard F. Hand at St. Edward Catholic Church on March 25, 1972. He preceded her in death on February 5, 2010. Jan earned her Bachelor's Degree...
Beatrice Meyers
Mar 19, 2016
RACINE – Beatrice Lillian Meyers, 95, passed away at The Villas at Lincoln Park on Saturday, March 19, 2016. Bea was born in Cleveland, OH on March 13, 1921 to Michael J. and Caroline A. (nee, Glauner) Morris. On September 14, 1946, Bea married John A. Meyers, celebrating 32 years of marriage. He preceded her in death in 1979. Bea...
Shirley Asselin
Mar 15, 2016
WATERFORD – Shirley M. Asselin, 82, passed away at Elder Care Cottage on Tuesday, March 15, 2016. Shirley was born in Stanley, WI on May 20, 1933 to George and Emma Drace. On November 19, 1949, Shirley married Gilbert D. Asselin in Thorp, WI. He preceded her in death on July 24, 2002. Shirley loved shopping and taking others that...
Kathryn Skow
Mar 12, 2016
RACINE – Kathryn Skow, 88, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Saturday, March 12, 2016. Kathryn was born in Racine on May 22, 1927 to Arthur and Catherine Zeratsky. She was a graduate of UW Parkside and had enjoyed many years of service for Racine County Social Services as a dedicated Social Worker. Kathryn married Russell L. Skow,...
Anthony Zagar
Mar 6, 2016
RACINE – Anthony W. Zagar, 56, passed away at St. Luke's Medical Center in Milwaukee on Sunday, March 6, 2016. Tony was born in Racine on March 13, 1959 to Theodore A. and Barbara J. (nee, Simon) Zagar. On December 11, 1982 he married the love of his life, the former Annamarie Bruno. Tony was employed in the bread industry...
Ann Mandli
Mar 4, 2016
RACINE – Ann Mandli, 92, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Friday, March 4, 2016 Ann was born on March, 1923 in Poland the daughter of the late Kasmir and Helen Bazylewicz. Ann came to Racine in 1926. She graduated from Park High School in 1941, and started working for Miller Brothers Insurance Company after high school. On...
Leneen Schrieffer
Mar 1, 2016
RACINE – Leneen C. Schrieffer, 70, passed away Tuesday, March 1, 2016 at Wheaton Franciscan – All Saints Medical Center. Leneen was born in Superior, WI, on January 26, 1946, son of the late Lawrence and Dorothy (Nee: LeBard) Schrieffer. Leneen and his wife Della moved to Racine in 1968 where they raised their family of five children. In his...
Florence Klawinski
Feb 24, 2016
RACINE – Florence R. Klawinski, 86, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Wednesday, February 24, 2016. Florence was born in Athens, WI on September 12, 1929 to George and Regina (nee, Riechl) Wozniak. On June 23, 1956, Florence married Harvey J. Klawinski. She retired from the City of Racine Parks and Recreation Department where she had taught Pre-School...
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