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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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Susan Henderson
May 5, 2014
Susan G. Henderson RACINE – Susan G. Henderson, 60, passed away at Froedtert Memorial Hospital on Monday, May 5, 2014 from ARDS (Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome). Sue was born in Racine on August 17, 1953 to Ralph and June (nee, Sondergaard) Voetberg. She was an avid Badger and Packer fan, but most of all Sue loved her grandchildren. Sue enjoyed...
Azucena Maldonado
Apr 22, 2014
Azucena J. Maldonado RACINE – Azucena J. Maldonado, 86 passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Tuesday, April 22, 2014. Azucena was born in Cotulla, TX on May 2, 1927 to Eugenio and Hortencia (nee, Ortiz) Jaimez. Azucena, who many also referred to as Chena, was a graduate of Cotulla High School. She married David Maldonado in 1964 and...
James Prochaska
Apr 20, 2014
James A. Prochaska RACINE – Jim Prochaska, born June 25, 1967, passed away April 20, 2014. He went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus. Jim was survived by his loving wife, Patricia L. Prochaska; mother, Mary J. Prochaska: and siblings, Mary (Guenther), Frank (Diane), Barbara (Robert), Diane (Joseph), Edward (Michelle) and Marge (Al). He is also survived by...
Lillian Smith
Apr 19, 2014
RACINE Lillian Margaret Anderson Smith, 94, of Racine and Okoboji, IA, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Saturday, April 19, 2014. Lillian was born in Weldon, IA, on February 17, 1920, to Oscar and Lina (nee Davis) Anderson. After graduating from Leroy High School she attended William Penn College in Oskaloosa, IA. At Penn she met Cameron Smith,...
Kenneth Mcdormand
Apr 16, 2014
Racine – Kenneth H. McDormand, Sr., 70, passed away at his home on Wednesday, April 16, 2014. Ken was born in Toronto, Canada on November 22, 1943. He was united in marriage to the former Lynn Grovogel. Ken served in the U.S. Navy and was employed by Acme Die Casting. Survivors include his wife, Lynn; children, Kenny (Cherie), Sheri, Brian...
Edward Holbus
Apr 16, 2014
Racine - With his family by his side, Edward Holbus, 90, passed away peacefully at Willowcrest Care Center in South Milwaukee, Wisconsin on April 16, 2014.Edward was born in Racine on June 15, 1923 to Martin Sr. and Caroline Holbus.He married Beverly Mertins on June 25, 1948 and was blessed with over 60 years of marriage. He graduated from Park...
Evelyn Exner
Apr 13, 2014
Evelyn Margaret Exner, age 81, went to be with her Lord on April 13, 2014 with her family by her side, following a long battle with pulmonary fibrosis.Evelyn was born in Racine on October 6, 1932, daughter of the late Bernt and Gertrude (Ne Bertelsen) Molbeck. She was united in marriage to Gerald Frederick Exner on November 29, 1952. They...
Karen Wurtz
Apr 11, 2014
Raymond – Karen J. Wurtz, nee, Wilson, 66, passed away peacefully in her home with her family on Friday, April 11, 2014.Karen was born in Milwaukee on August 16, 1947 to Frank and Johanna (nee, Bauman) Wilson. She was joined in marriage to her beloved husband James N. Wurtz April 30, 1966.Karen was a loving wife and mother, grandmother and...
Domenic Basile
Apr 9, 2014
Racine – Domenic Basile, 18, beloved son of Kristen and Nick Basile, little brother of Vinnie (Amber Johnson) Basile, passed away unexpectedly in his sleep on Wednesday April 9, 2014. Dom loved his quad and dirt bike; hunting, fishing and all outdoor activities. He especially loved spending time with his family at his grandparents coop. He attended Case High School....
Denver Stewart
Apr 9, 2014
Racine – Denver R. Stewart went to join his parents, Albert and Gladys Stewart on Wednesday, April 9, 2014. Denver was born on April 29, 1951 in Indore, West Virginia. He moved to Racine in 1969 and met his wife, Diana (VanBerg) and were married on March 10, 1973. Denver worked at Sheridan Air Rifle Company for more than twenty-five...
Viola Lambert
Apr 1, 2014
Viola LambertRacine- Viola Lambert passed away Monday, April 1, 2014 at the age of 71.Loving mother of Bradley, Jeffrey (Reba), Craig and Lonnie. Viola is further survived by grandchildren, brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gary M. Lambert.Relatives and friends may meet with the family at the funeral home on...
Paul Lohman
Mar 29, 2014
Racine – Paul S. Lohman, 74, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Saturday, March 29, 2014.Paul was born in Calumet, MI on December 26, 1939 to Thomas and Rose (nee, Rosenberger) Lohman. On February 24, 1962, he married the former Rose Marie Visocky in Mason, WI. He entered the U.S. Army after graduation and became a paratrooper. He...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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