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.

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David Szuta

David Szuta

Oct 11, 2014

RACINE- David W. Szuta, 40, passed away on Saturday, October 11, 2014. David was born in Milwaukee on September 4, 1974 to Russell D.(Candace) Szuta and Cynthia K. Borkowski (nee Malsh). David enjoyed golfing, hunting, camping, playing pool and darts. He was also an avid tattoo artist. Survivors include his wife, Terri L. (nee Matuka); his parents; brother, Russell (Courtney)...

Hedwig Wagner

Hedwig Wagner

Oct 5, 2014

RACINE – Hedwig Wagner, 91, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Sunday, October 5, 2014. Hedwig was born in Binzen, Germany on February 2, 1923 to Julius and Mina (nee, Spoeri) Kreutner. Hedwig was employed by Rainfair for more than thirty years, retiring in 1986. She also had worked for six years at the Sweden House Restaurant in...

Richard Chester

Richard Chester

Oct 2, 2014

RACINE – Richard Adams "Dick" Chester, 65, passed away on Thursday, October 2, 2014 due to a motorcycle accident. Dick was born in New York on April 3, 1949 to Adams and Dorothy (nee, Nordquist) Chester. Dick was united in marriage to Cathy E. (nee, Woodington) Chester on April 27, 1968. He retired from Case/New Holland after more than thirty-five...

Evelyn Kapow

Evelyn Kapow

Oct 2, 2014

RACINE – Evelyn L. Kapow, 94, passed away at Hospice House in Racine on Thursday, October 2, 2014. Evelyn was born in Racine on February 7, 1920 to the late Alex and Wanda (nee, Meyer) Kapow. She attended St. John's Lutheran Elementary School and graduated from William Horlick High School in 1938. Evelyn was employed as a secretary by several...

William Gnat

William Gnat

Oct 1, 2014

Racine – William A. Gnat, 85, passed away at Francis House in South Milwaukee on Wednesday, October 1, 2014. Bill was born in Milwaukee on April 11, 1929 to Walenty and Rose (nee, Radecki) Gnat. On July 7, 1977, Bill married Mary Ann (nee, Kramlich) Gollnick at St. John's Interdenominational Church in Milwaukee. She preceded him in death. Bill served...

Kingston Rodriguez

Kingston Rodriguez

Sep 26, 2014

RACINE – Kingston Pedro Joseph Rodriguez. Just five months of being in this world, Kingston Pedro Joseph Rodriguez passed away unexpectedly on September 26, 2014 with his mother by his side. Kingston may have only had a short time on this earth, but the impact he has made in the lives of his friends and family will last forever. Kingston...

Gerald Voltz

Gerald Voltz

Sep 24, 2014

RACINE – Gerald Lee Voltz, 42, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 24, 2014. Gerry was born in Kenosha on June 17, 1972 to Timmy K. and Judith D. (nee, Bonn) Voltz. He married the late Laurie Marquardt who preceded him in death in 2006. Gerry was an outdoors person, spending time playing softball and baseball, hunting, fishing and he...

Lorraine Kind

Lorraine Kind

Sep 24, 2014

RACINE – Lorraine Beverly Graham Kind, 86, passed away at home on Wednesday, September 24, 2014. Lorraine was born in Racine on November 7, 1927 to Harold and May Graham. She was a Cosmetologist for many years and last worked in child care on the staff of Souls Harbor. Lorraine was a faithful member of Faiths Creation Christian Fellowship Church...

Irma Dovorany

Irma Dovorany

Sep 21, 2014

RACINE – Irma R. Dovorany, 97, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Sunday, September 21, 2014. Irma was born in Racine on May 10, 1917 to Archibald and Marie (nee, Magamal) Beauchemin. She married Milton Dovorany who preceded her in death. Irma had a passion for sewing and enjoyed spending many hours with her friends sewing at Sew...

Lawrence Scholzen

Lawrence Scholzen

Sep 20, 2014

RACINE – Lawrence "Lem" Scholzen, 86, passed away at home on Saturday, September 20, 2014. Lem was born in Racine on December 31, 1927 to Nicholas and Elizabeth (nee, Holler) Scholzen. On October 20, 1962 he was married to Natalie Johnson who preceded him in death on April 11, 1995. Lem served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War....

Alan Reed

Alan Reed

Sep 18, 2014

Franksville – Alan J. Reed, 68, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Thursday, September 18, 2014. Al was born in Racine on December 8, 1945 to Joseph and Helen (nee, Tomachek) Reed. He married the former Janet Jones, celebrating thirty years of marriage. Al retired from Wisconsin Industrial Lift Trucks and most recently has been employed by NAPA....

Kenneth Mueller

Kenneth Mueller

Sep 17, 2014

RACINE – Kenneth R. Mueller, 73, passed away at home on Wednesday, September 17, 2014.Ken was born in Beloit, WI on August 25, 1941 to George and Leone (nee, Mertins) Mueller. He was a graduate of Racine Lutheran High School. On November 28, 1964, Ken married the former Margaret Hellmann at St. John's Lutheran Church. She preceded him in death...

Lois Corrigan

Lois Corrigan

Sep 13, 2014

RACINE – Lois M. Corrigan, 88, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Saturday, September 13, 2014. Lois was born in Madison on May 2, 1926 to Peter and Marie (nee, Clemens) Rassmussen. She married Robert A. Corrigan, who preceded her in death. Lois retired from Piggly Wiggly. Lois is survived by her daughter, Judy (Jerry) Nuter; and her...

Richard James

Richard James

Sep 6, 2014

RACINE – Richard J. James (Dick), 88, passed away peacefully at the Wisconsin Veterans Home in Union Grove on Saturday, September 6, 2014.Dick was born in Racine on December 24, 1925 to Irving and Elizabeth (nee:Carmen) James. He served in World War II and the Korean War. Dick retired as a supervisor in 1986 from Wisconsin Electric after 42 years...

Harvey Prochaska

Harvey Prochaska

Sep 4, 2014

RACINE- Harvey Emil Prochaska, 87, passed away at his home on Thursday, September 4, 2014, with his family by his side. Harvey was born on the family farm in Caledonia to Emil and Helen (nee, Kvapil) on September 10, 1926. After graduating from Horlick High School, Harvey went back to the family farm to work, with his brothers which he...

Janice Hoffmann

Janice Hoffmann

Aug 29, 2014

RACINE – Janice Mary Hoffmann, 58, called by God, entered into the eternal joy of her Savior, on August 29th, 2014. Beloved wife of Thomas Hoffmann, she spent 29 happy years of marriage and raised three boys, Jared now 25, Marc 22 and Joseph 19. Her husband and children are survived by Jan today.Her life is a testimony to her...

Indira Rao

Indira Rao

Aug 26, 2014

RACINE – Indira Rao, 79, passed away at her home on Tuesday, August 26, 2014.Indira was born in Valukad, India on September 15, 1934, the daughter of Jorsinh Kavi and Kasturben Kavi. She married Ambalal Rupsinh Rao in Palitana, India. He preceded her in death.Indira is survived by her sons and daughters, Atul Rao, Jugnu devluk, Parul Mithawala, Rupal Mulani...

Janet Garvey

Janet Garvey

Aug 25, 2014

RACINE – Janet Garvey, 88, passed away on Monday, August 25, 2014. She was beloved by all who knew her. Janet was born in Sparta, WI on October 28, 1925 to George and Adele (nee, Powell) Hinton. She married Patrick R. Garvey in Appleton in 1948. He preceded her in death in 1995. Janet is survived by her sons Patrick...

William Runge

William Runge

Aug 25, 2014

William E. Runge, Sr. FRANKSVILLE – William E. Runge, Sr., 87, passed away at Willowcrest Care Center in South Milwaukee on Monday, August 25, 2014. Bill was born in Racine on June 10, 1927 to Edwin R. and Martha (nee, Rosenbaum) Runge. He married the former Margaret "Marge" Botsch. Bill served in the U.S. Army from 1945 until 1947. He...

Orlando Lee

Orlando Lee

Aug 19, 2014

REDONDO BEACH, CA – Orlando J. Lee, 73, passed away in Torrance, CA on Tuesday, August 19, 2014. Orlando was born in Racine on July 14, 1941 to James and Irene (nee, McGruder) Lee. He graduated from Horlick High School in 1960, where he lettered in football, basketball and baseball. Following high school, Orlando moved to California and attended Los...

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