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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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Aleksandras Verikas

Aleksandras Verikas

Jul 2, 2013

Racine - Aleksandras Verikas 90 passed peacefully to eternal life on July 2st with his loving wife Elisabeth and other family members at his side. Aleksandras was born in Dudanose, Lithuania on April 1st, 1923. His early years were affected by political unrest in Europe and at age 20 he refused to join the Nazi army and was therefore deported...

Fern Smith

Fern Smith

Jul 1, 2013

Racine – Fern Lillian Smith, 92, passed away at her home on Monday, July 1, 2013. Fern was born in Racine on April 6, 1921 to James and Ella (nee, Helding) Clausen. She married Robert M. Smith who preceded her in death. Fern took great pride in being a homemaker. She enjoyed reading mysteries, working in her beautiful flower gardens,...

Dawn Grulich

Dawn Grulich

Jun 28, 2013

Racine – Dawn Marie Grulich, 65, passed away at Froedtert Memorial Hospital in Wauwatosa on Friday June 28, 2013. Dawn was born in Racine on August 18, 1947 to James and Edna (nee, Bolman) Flanigan. She was strong in her faith, which was evident in her daily life. Dawn was a member of Grace Church. She was a kind and...

Patricia Weinberg

Patricia Weinberg

Jun 28, 2013

Racine – Patricia Ann Weinberg, 64, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Friday, June 28, 2013. Pat was born in Milwaukee on November 6, 1948 to Maynard and Mildred (nee, Edwards) Weinberg. She was employed by Andis Company for over fifteen years, retiring in 2007. Pat is survived by her significant other, Dennis Londre'; sons, Doug (Rachel Sadowski)...

Barbara Harmon

Barbara Harmon

Jun 14, 2013

MULBERRY - Barbara A. Harmon died Friday, June 14, 2013 at home in her favorite chair. Cause of death was heart failure.Barbara was born in Racine, WI and moved to Mulberry, Fl. 24 years ago.She graduated from Washington Park High School and went to Stephens College and graduated from Northwestern University where she studied Social Work and was a member...

Marjorie Renak

Marjorie Renak

Jun 13, 2013

Racine - Comforted by nieces, Marjorie E. Renak, 100, passed away at Ridgewood Care Center on Thursday, June 13, 2013.Marjorie was born in Kenosha in 1912 to David and Cleo (nee: Graham) Williams. She was united in marriage to Delmar Renak at First United Methodist Church in Racine on May 26, 1951. He preceded her in death on December 16,...

Betty Johnson

Betty Johnson

Jun 7, 2013

Racine – Betty Jane Johnson, age 88, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, June 7, 2013.Betty was born to Leslie T. and Adela (nee: Kott Meier) Clugg Sr. in Marshfield, WI on July 2, 1924. When Betty was 2 years old she moved to Racine, WI with her parents and her sister Elaine. On May 3, 1947 Betty was united in...

Alexander Smith

Alexander Smith

Jun 6, 2013

In keeping with the wishes of Alex's family, there will be no public services. Please share a memory of Alex with his family.

James Durkin

James Durkin

Jun 3, 2013

Racine - James McNeil "Scotty" Durkin, age 83, passed away on Monday, June 3, 2013 surrounded by his loving family.James was born in Glasgow Scotland on March 20, 1930, son of the late James and Helen (Nee: McFadden) Durkin. He served in the Royal Air Force and was an active member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 430.James...

Maryann Gnat

Maryann Gnat

May 30, 2013

Racine – Maryann (nee, Kramlich; Gollnick) Gnat, 82, passed away on Thursday, May 30, 2013. Maryann was born in Milwaukee on September 29, 1930 to Edward and Leona (nee, Raasch) Kramlich. On July 7, 1977, Maryann married William Arthur Gnat at St. John's Interdenominational Church in Milwaukee. Maryann was employed by Plastronics, Midwest Adjustment and Legal Aid Society of Milwaukee....

Glenna Blawat

Glenna Blawat

May 19, 2013

Racine – Glenna Jean (Nee, Belcher) Blawat, 67, died at her home of breast cancer after several months of Hospice care surrounded by and cared for by those whom she loved. She will be sadly missed. Glenna was born in Traverse City, MI on December 21, 1945 to Jack and Vivian (nee, Matthews) Belcher. On January 16, 1971 she married...

Donna O'Brien

Donna O'Brien

May 18, 2013

Racine – Donna Marie (nee, Schrader) O'Brien, 53, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Saturday, May 18, 2013. Donna was born in Milwaukee on February 19, 1960 to Myron W. and Arcella (nee, Marty) Schrader. Survivors include her children, Nicole (Shawn) Anderson, Kristy Schrader and Alicia (Joshua) Heintz; grandchildren, Christopher, Nadia, Miley, Angolina, Shawn, Jr., Alexandra, Shane, Haley...

Geraldine Seston

Geraldine Seston

May 16, 2013

Oak Creek - Geraldine Isabelle Seston, 86, passed away at her home on Thursday, May 16, 2013. Geraldine was born in Milwaukee on August 29, 1926 to Allen and Norma (nee, Poetzel) Eigner. She married Gilbert Louis Seston who preceded her in death in 2004. Geraldine was employed by Herbst Shoe Company, later working for Master Lock until her retirement....

Ottilie Paragamian

Ottilie Paragamian

May 14, 2013

Allouez, WI – Ottilie 'Tillie' (nee, Hansch) Paragamian, 89, passed away at Allouez Parkside Village in Green Bay with her daughter by her side on Tuesday, May 14, 2013. Tillie was born in Poland on October 3, 1923 to Leonard and Hulda (nee, Juben) Hansch. During the Polish-Russian War her family was forced out of Poland and moved to Germany....

Margie Theos

Margie Theos

May 10, 2013

Racine – Margie D. (nee, Johnson) Theos, 77, passed away at her home on Friday, May 10, 2013. Margie was born in Rio, WI on March 25, 1936 to Wilbur and Myrtle (nee, Grimsby) Johnson. She was employed by Molbeck's Grocery/Health Foods for over 35 years. Survivors include her sons, Jeffrey (Sally) Kimberlain and William 'Tracy' Theos; grandchildren, Shanna (Jon)...

Ella Nielsen

Ella Nielsen

Apr 24, 2013

Racine – Ella Marie (nee, Christiansen) Nielsen, 89, passed away peacefully at her home with her family on Wednesday, April 24, 2013. Ella was born in Racine on September 27, 1923 to Hans and Sofie (nee, Hansen) Christiansen. On February 7, 1942 she married J. Erik Nielsen. He preceded her in death in 2000. Ella was a lifelong member of...

Betty Kruse

Betty Kruse

Apr 17, 2013

Racine – Betty J. Kruse, 90, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Wednesday, April 17, 2013. Betty was born in Racine on September 15, 1922 to Elmer J. and Anna (nee, Kornack) Bartels. On May 22, 1943 she married Arnold C. Kruse, celebrating 42 years of marriage. He preceded her in death in 1985. Betty was...

Adeline Mosher

Adeline Mosher

Apr 4, 2013

Racine – Adeline H. (nee, Strebe) Mosher, 97, passed away at home on Thursday, April 4, 2013. Adeline was born in Marshfield, WI on February 2, 1916 to Arthur and Frieda (nee, Leoffler) Strebe. On November 15, 1938 she married Lloyd Mosher. He preceded her in death on August 31, 1976. Adeline moved to Racine County in 1944. Adeline is...

Margaret Heaton

Margaret Heaton

Apr 2, 2013

Racine – Margaret A. Heaton, 86, passed away at Lincoln Village Convalescent Center on Tuesday, April 2, 2013. Margaret was born in North Dakota on June 6, 1926 to Arthur and Anna (nee, Katz) Chase. She married Frederick Heaton in North Dakota in 1943 and he preceded her in death in 1990.The Heaton's moved to Milwaukee in the 1950's and...

Eleanor Rizzo

Eleanor Rizzo

Apr 2, 2013

Racine - Eleanor F. (nee, Steinwender) Rizzo, 79, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Tuesday, April 2, 2013. Eleanor was born in Racine on January 27, 1934 to August and Frieda (nee, Liebke) Steinwender She was married to Joseph E. Rizzo and he preceded her in death on December 3, 2003. Eleanor is survived by her son, John...

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