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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Norbert Kozlowski

Norbert Kozlowski

Dec 5, 2013

South Milwaukee – Norbert M. Kozlowski, 75, passed away at his home on Thursday, December 5, 2013. Norb was born in Chicago, IL on September 11, 1938 to Edwin and Clara (nee, Swieszcz) Kozlowski. He served in the U.S. Army from 1958 until 1963 after which he earned his Bachelor's Degree from the University of Illinois. Norb owned and operated...

Jan Theilman

Jan Theilman

Dec 4, 2013

Racine – Jan Theilman (nee: Flannery), 61, passed away Wednesday, December 4, 2013 surrounded by her family after a long courageous battle with cancer. She was born January 17, 1952 in Kenosha, WI but was a resident of Racine for most of her life. On September 28, 1970 she was united in marriage to Rodney Theilman of Pelican Lake, WI....

Louis Sorenson

Louis Sorenson

Nov 26, 2013

Racine – Louis John Sorenson, 74, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Tuesday, November 26, 2013. Lou was born in Racine on March 28, 1939 to Gordon and Genevieve (nee, Pach) Sorenson. On September 17, 1960, Lou married the former Beverly Schildt, recently celebrating 53 years of marriage. Lou retired from Chrysler after 38 years. He loved hunting...

Wayne Liebenow

Wayne Liebenow

Nov 25, 2013

Racine – Wayne David Liebenow, 68, passed away at Kenosha Estates on Monday, November 25, 2013. Wayne was born in Racine on February 15, 1945 to Theodore and Carol (nee, Holterman) Liebenow. On June 8, 1968 at Emmanuel Lutheran Church Wayne married the former Bonita "Bonnie" Rae Kamm. Wayne had worked for many years in the family business, Liebenow's Catering,...

Dennis Radford

Dennis Radford

Nov 21, 2013

Racine – Dennis H. "Butch" Radford, Jr., 62, passed away on Thursday, November 21, 2013. Butch was born in Racine on April 29, 1951 to Dennis and Florence (nee, Kline) Radford, Sr. He graduated from Case High School and proudly served his country with the U.S. Marine Corp in Vietnam. Butch was a very giving person, always willing to lend...

Cynthia Wanek

Cynthia Wanek

Nov 20, 2013

Racine – Cynthia A. Wanek, nee, Hannan, 70, passed away at home on Wednesday, November 20, 2013. Cindy was born in Cleveland, OH on September 18, 1943 to Robert and Betty (nee, Berkheimer) Hannan. She retired from the City of Racine Environmental Services. Cindy always loved her job and fellow co-workers. She enjoyed meeting her friends regularly for breakfast, gardening,...

Janice Bickel

Janice Bickel

Nov 17, 2013

Racine – Janice M. Bickel, nee, Shepka, 74, passed away at home on Sunday, November 17, 2013. Janice was born in Chicago, IL on April 15, 1939 to Joseph and Helen Shepka. Janice worked in Wausau as a Respiratory Therapist. Survivors include her husband of twenty-two years, Jess Bickel of Racine; children, Michael (Paula) Murdaugh and Michelle (Anthony) Bare; grandchildren,...

Doris Eickhorst

Doris Eickhorst

Nov 16, 2013

Racine – Doris Mae Eickhorst, nee, Klepel, 81, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Saturday, November 16, 2013. Doris was born in Racine on March 6, 1932 to Earl and Rhoda (nee, Simon) Klepel. She married Gilbert H. Eickhorst on February 9, 1952. He preceded her in death on November 19, 2010. In retirement they enjoyed spending their...

Warren Williamson

Warren Williamson

Nov 11, 2013

Racine – Warren H. Williamson, M.D. passed away at Hospice House on Veteran's Day; Monday, November 11, 2013. Dr. Williamson was born in Racine on June 4, 1924 to Warren W. and Hattie (nee, Dahlke) Williamson. Dr. Williamson graduated from Horlick High School in 1942. He attended Northwestern University as an Evans Scholar. He received his undergraduate degree and graduated...

J. Douglass

J. Douglass

Nov 10, 2013

Racine – J. Carol (nee, Steiner) Douglass, 78, passed away at Aurora St. Luke's South Shore on Sunday, November 10, 2013. Carol was born in Racine on December 28, 1934 to Ray and Ella (nee, Mohr) Steiner. She grew up in Racine and graduated from Park High School in 1952. She retired from Johnson Bank in 2001, a job she...

Nancy Meendering

Nancy Meendering

Nov 9, 2013

After a long, valiant battle with Parkinson's Disease, Nancy finally found peace. She was born in Sheldon, Iowa on October 9, 1943, as the youngest of nine children born to Merlynn Senior and Dove Callenius. On November 2, 1964, she married her high school sweetheart, Cal Meendering and moved to a farm in Caledonia, Wisconsin. Nancy had a deep love...

Richard Hugier

Richard Hugier

Nov 6, 2013

Racine – Richard Joseph Hugier passed away peacefully in his sleep November 6, 2013. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Barbara (nee, Mueller); daughter, Lucia Brooks; son George Hugier and his fianc, Robin Wink; grandchildren, Rashaun Brooks and Ayanna Jones; and sister, Nancy Pirog of Chicago. Born and raised in Chicago where he attended Roosevelt University and...

Catherine Pitchford

Catherine Pitchford

Oct 25, 2013

Racine– Catherine L. (nee: Deschler) Pitchford, age 54, beloved mother of Rhea Pitchford and Cayle (Tony Rogan) Pitchford; former wife and lifelong friend of Randy Pitchford; passed away unexpectedly, yet peacefully in her sleep, while vacationing in Baraboo, WI on Friday, October 25, 2013. In accordance with Cathy's wishes, traditional funeral services will not be held. However, the family is...

Anthony Knurowski

Anthony Knurowski

Oct 13, 2013

Racine – Anthony J. Knurowski, 75, passed away at St. Luke's Medical Center in Milwaukee on Sunday, October 13, 2013. Tony was born in Abrams, WI on March 6, 1938 to Albert and Anna (nee, Predayna) Knurowski. He married the former Ruth Ann Nowak, celebrating fifty-three years of marriage. Tony is survived by his wife, Ruth Ann Knurowski; beloved father...

Daniel Behmke

Daniel Behmke

Oct 12, 2013

Racine Daniel Peter Behmke, 86, passed away at Kindred North in Kenosha on October 12, 2013 Dan was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on March 28, 1927 to Stanley and Frances (nee: Radomski) Behmke. Dan enjoyed fishing, playing Bingo, cribbage, watching his favorite westerns and following his favorite baseball and football teams. He also loved Sunday drives through the country where...

Judith Brill

Judith Brill

Oct 12, 2013

Racine – Judith Ann (nee, Ninedorf) Brill, 73, passed away at home on Saturday, October 12, 2013. Judy was born in Racine on September 25, 1940 to Glenn and Adeline (nee, Petura) Ninedorf. She married Richard E. Brill on September 24, 1960. He preceded her in death. Survivors include her children, Amy (Richard) Busby, Jeff Brill, Debra K. Brill and...

Shirley Kizewic

Shirley Kizewic

Oct 11, 2013

Racine – Shirley M. Kizewic, 80, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Friday, October 11, 2013. Shirley was born in Racine on November 1, 1932 to LeRoy C. "Chip" and Clara (nee, Jacoby) Chapek. On October 30, 1954, she married her lifetime sweetheart, Richard D. Kizewic, celebrating 59 years of marriage. Shirley graduated from Wm. Horlick High School...

Hertha Platzer

Hertha Platzer

Oct 4, 2013

Racine – Hertha Platzer, 74, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Friday, October 4, 2013.Hertha was born in Germany on January 18, 1939 to Reinhold and Olga (nee, Schmidt) Reimann. On May 30, 1959 she married Gabriel Platzer at St. John Lutheran Church. Hertha attended St. John Lutheran School and graduated from Racine Lutheran High School. She was...

Victoria Leszczynski

Victoria Leszczynski

Oct 3, 2013

Racine – Victoria D. Leszczynski, 81, went home to be with the Lord and reunited with her husband Peter on Thursday, October 3, 2013. Victoria was born in Racine on October 23, 1931 to Bores and Vesa (nee, Stavreff) Stevoff, and always cherished her Macedonian roots. Victoria graduated from Washington Park High School, Class of 1950. On September 30, 1950,...

Jacqueline Nemoure

Jacqueline Nemoure

Oct 2, 2013

Racine – Jacqueline L. Nemoure, 71, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Wednesday, October 2, 2013 Jackie was born in Rockford, IL on December 18, 1941 to Louie and Alyce (Davis) Gable. She married Bernard Nemoure and they have been married for over 35 years. Jackie had been employed since 1990 at Dairyland Greyhound Park as a Security...

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