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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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Roberta Hoare

Roberta Hoare

Mar 27, 2014

Arlington, VA - Roberta Hoare, 85, passed away peacefully at the Halquist Inpatient Center, on Thursday, March 27, 2014. Born in Racine, WI. She will be laid to rest on Thursday, April 3 at 10:00 am at the Holy Cross Cemetery, Hwy 32.

Lucille Majewski

Lucille Majewski

Mar 21, 2014

Racine – Lucille G. (nee, Kuehnemann) Majewski, 93, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Friday, March 21, 2014. Lucille was born in Racine on July 1, 1920 to Herbert and Bertha (nee, Paul) Kuehnemann. She married Eugene S. Majewski at St. Patrick's Catholic Church on March 6, 1943. He preceded her in death on May 6, 2005. Lucille...

Laverne Berkley

Laverne Berkley

Mar 21, 2014

Racine – LaVerne E. Berkley, 91, passed away at Washington Manor in Kenosha on Friday, March 21, 2014. LaVerne was born in Racine on January 28, 1923 to Herman and Louisa (nee, Zank) Seyferth. She married Harry L. Berkley in Racine on December 13, 1947. He preceded her in death on September 14, 2013. Survivors include her children, Kathleen Berkley,...

Vivian Shellberg

Vivian Shellberg

Mar 20, 2014

Racine – Vivian J. Shellberg, 84, passed away at Franciscan Villa in South Milwaukee on Thursday, March 20, 2014. Vivian was born in Racine on June 24, 1929 to Frank and Frances (nee, Lexa) Beyer. In 1947 she married Charles F. Shellberg. He preceded her in death in 1989. Vivian was affectionately known as the "Sucker Lady" throughout the neighborhood...

James Doane

James Doane

Mar 19, 2014

Racine – James E. Doane, 85, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Wednesday, March 19, 2014. Jim was born in Racine on September 14, 1928 to Walter and Augusta (nee, Einerson) Doane. He married the former Edith Ruth Sawinski. She preceded him in death. Jim retired from Kappus Bakery after more than 31 years. Jim was a member...

Joseph Ondercin

Joseph Ondercin

Mar 1, 2014

Racine –Joseph John Ondercin, 95, passed away March 1st, 2014 at the Wisconsin Veterans Home in Union Grove. Joe was born in Racine, Wisconsin on March 8, 1918, son of the late John and Anne Ondercin. During World War II, Joe served in the 103rd Infantry. He was combat wounded on his 75th day in France. Following the war's end,...

Esther Jannuzzi

Esther Jannuzzi

Feb 26, 2014

Racine – Esther M. Jannuzzi, 91, passed away at her home on Wednesday February 26, 2014. Esther was born in Kenosha on July 20, 1922 to Charles and Frances (nee, Schaeffer) Pellegor. She married Michael "Duke" Jannuzzi. He preceded her in death. Esther attended high school and vocational school in Kenosha. Esther worked in various factories and was employed in...

Barbara Buchaklian

Barbara Buchaklian

Feb 21, 2014

Racine – Barbara Louise Buchaklian, passed away on Friday, February 21, 2014. Barbara was the daughter of the late Elmer and Agnes (nee, Pfister) Eickhorst. On November 16, 1963, Barbara married Herman Buchaklian at St. Hagop Armenian Apostolic Church and had celebrated Fifty years of marriage this past November. Barbara retired from Western Publishing, after 33 years. In her retirement...

Loretta Williams

Loretta Williams

Feb 18, 2014

Racine – Loretta J. Williams, 84, passed away at Hospice House Mt. Pleasant on Tuesday, February 18, 2014. Loretta was born in Milwaukee on July 22, 1929 to William and Pauline (nee, Schaff) Fonder. She married Harold E. Williams on January 11, 1958 and were married 53 years. He preceded her in death on August 28, 2011. Among the things...

Margaret Rogers

Margaret Rogers

Feb 18, 2014

Racine – Margaret I. Rogers, 87, passed away at Francis House in South Milwaukee on Tuesday, February 18, 2014. Margaret was born in Delavan on June 20, 1926 to Victor and Martha (nee, Goodger) Impiccini. On February 14, 2006, Margaret married Charles E. Creuziger. She was a secretary in the Office of the Dean at Beloit College and served on...

Paul Mielke

Paul Mielke

Feb 12, 2014

Racine – Paul Gilbert Mielke, 83, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Wednesday, February 12, 2014. Paul was born in Racine on June 11, 1930 to Paul F. and Anna (nee, Blask) Mielke. He married the former Gloria Bronson in 1951. Paul served in the U. S. Air National Guard during the Korean War. He was employed by...

Zonia O'Brien

Zonia O'Brien

Feb 10, 2014

Racine – Zonia O'Brien, 45, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare in Franklin on Monday, February 10, 2014. Zonia was born in Tela, Honduras on July 12, 1968 to Juan Angel and Josefina Ameal Ochoa. She married James O'Brien on August 7, 1993. Zonia was employed by Krones where she worked in international customer service/sales. She loved to travel off-the-beaten...

Jane Beck

Jane Beck

Feb 5, 2014

Sturtevant – Jane L. Beck, nee Stanfield, 48, passed away on Wednesday, February 5, 2014. Jane was born in Racine on February 18, 1965 to Donald L. and Bernice E. (nee Duesing) Stanfield. She was a happy and vibrant person. She could find the humor in every situation and she shared her laughter and zest for life with everyone she...

Sandra Jones

Sandra Jones

Feb 3, 2014

Racine - Sandra Lynn Jones (nee: Meyer) passed away at Wheaton Franciscan Hospital on Monday, February 3, 2014. She was born in Racine on August 13, 1939 to Frederick and Mildred (Korec) Meyer.Sandra graduated from Washington Park High School "Class of '57" and lived her entire life in Racine. On May 5, 1962 she was united in marriage to William...

Lasetty Zalesak

Lasetty Zalesak

Jan 25, 2014

Racine – LaSetty Zalesak, nee, Stransky, 84, passed away at Ridgewood Care Center on Saturday, January 25, 2014. LaSetty was born in Racine on March 30, 1929 to the late Walter J. and Sadie (nee, Pilger) Stransky. After her mother's premature death, LaSetty was raised by her aunt and uncle, the late Charles and Irene (nee, Pilger) Hassel. On February...

James Rewolinski

James Rewolinski

Jan 21, 2014

Racine - Passed peacefully into Eternal Life with his family at his side on Tuesday, January 21st, at the age of 75. Survived by his loving wife, Marilyn (nee Kihslinger); son, David (Melissa) Rewolinski, daughter, Debra (John) Raschke; sisters, Nancy (Jim) Cunningham, Shirley (Tom) Kolander; grandchildren, Michael, Kaitlyn, Zachary and Alexander. Further survived by other family and friends.The family would...

Debra Leclair

Debra Leclair

Jan 14, 2014

Racine – Debra Louise LeClair, nee Behrens, 52, passed away at Hospice House in Mt. Pleasant on Tuesday, January 14, 2014. Debra was born in Racine on August 5, 1961 to Glen Behrens and Jacqueline L. (nee, Gable) Nemoure. She was employed by Wheaton Franciscan All Saints. Debra is survived by Freddie Hand; her children, Corinn Mildenberg, Daniel Uick, Shaun...

Shantaben Patel

Shantaben Patel

Jan 6, 2014

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Celia Font

Celia Font

Jan 6, 2014

Racine – Celia R. Font, nee, Maldonado, 48, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Monday, January 6, 2014. Celia was born in Racine on June 29, 1965 to David and Azucena (nee, Jaimez) Maldonado. She worked as a receptionist for a non-profit organization and also worked at the Lighthouse Museum during the summer. Celia was a member of...

Leslie Woods

Leslie Woods

Jan 3, 2014

RACINE – Leslie Ann (Nee: Lawson) Woods, 56, passed away at home surrounded by her family on January 3, 2014. Beloved wife of Ralph Woods. Daughter of Louann (Nee: Rezabek) Lawson and the late Harold Lawson. Mother of Jennifer (Joshua) Mohr, Jessica (Jonathan) Knoll and Caroline Woods. Grandmother of Jonathan, Joshua and Julia Mohr and Mackenzie Knoll. Sister to Christopher...

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