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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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Eugene Czebotar

Eugene Czebotar

Oct 1, 2012

Racine - Eugene Mickey Czebotar passed away peacefully at his home in the care of his children on October 1, 2012. Eugene was born in Racine on March 7, 1926 to John and Stella (nee: Sienkiewicz) Czebotar, the sixth of eight children. In November 1948 he wed Mary Dexter with whom he shared his life until her death in 2003....

Dorothy Anderson

Dorothy Anderson

Oct 1, 2012

Racine – Dorothy Ann (nee, Driver) Anderson, passed away on Monday, October 1, 2012 at All Saints Hospital. Dorothy was born on April 27, 1920 to William and Jean Driver and she lived in Racine until her retirement. Dorothy and her husband then spent fifteen years in Clearwater, FL before moving back to Racine in 1997. On July 19, 1946...

James Osborne

James Osborne

Sep 27, 2012

Racine – James M. Osborne, 81, passed away at his home on Thursday, September 27, 2012,Jim was born in Milwaukee on February 17, 1931 to MacLain and Mathilda (nee, Keiffer) Osborne. Jim graduated from Bay View High School, Milwaukee, then went on to complete a five year apprenticeship program to become a journeyman steam fitter. Jim was an expert in...

Evelyn Fisher

Evelyn Fisher

Sep 23, 2012

Racine – Evelyn M. Fisher, 101, passed away on Sunday, September 23, 2012. Evelyn was born in Racine on November 5, 1910 to Herman and Ernestine (nee, Kobal) Luedtke. She married Willis F. Fisher at St. John's Lutheran Church in Racine on June 14, 1929. He preceded her in death in 1976. Evelyn was a lifelong and oldest living member...

Reuben Baganz

Reuben Baganz

Sep 18, 2012

Oak Creek – Reuben J. Baganz, 92, passed away at Franciscan Villa in South Milwaukee on Tuesday, September 18, 2012. Reuben was born in Marshfield, WI on June 4, 1920 to Otto and Mabel (nee, Swenson) Baganz. He married the former Rhoda Trapp in Furgus Falls, MN on August 17, 1940. Reuben was a musician and a salesman, retiring in...

Marvin Andersen

Marvin Andersen

Sep 16, 2012

Racine – Marvin E. Andersen, 65, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Sunday, September 16, 2012. Marv was born in Racine on November 11, 1946 to Einer and Lillian (nee, Anderson) Andersen. Marv and Donna (nee, Krenzke) were married on June 1, 1968 and celebrated 44 years of marriage. Marv was employed by J.I. Case Company from which...

Wallace Krivsky

Wallace Krivsky

Sep 15, 2012

Racine – Wallace G. Krivsky, 89, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Saturday, September 15, 2012. Wally was born in Racine on November 8, 1922 to George and Beatrice (nee, Nechuta) Krivsky. He married the former Julia J. Weyhrauch in Racine on January 8, 1949. She preceded him in death on October 25, 2006. Wally served in the...

Robert Bruno

Robert Bruno

Sep 14, 2012

Racine – Robert R. Bruno 91, passed away at Ridgewood Care Center on Friday, September 14, 2012. Robert was born in Racine on May 13, 1921 to Pasquale and Amelia (nee, Albino) Bruno. He married the former Margaret Morgensen on November 24, 1956. Robert worked for Racine Hydraulics for more than twenty years. Robert's passion was music. He formed Bobby...

Rose Gorske

Rose Gorske

Sep 14, 2012

South Milwaukee – Rose Gorske, 84, passed away at St. Luke's Southshore on Friday, September 14, 2012 Rose was born in Racine on November 6, 1927 to Artin and Nuvart (nee, Boyajian) Kalajian. She married Norbert E. Gorske in Crown Point, IN in 1957. He preceded her in death on October 5, 2000. Rose was a member of St. Mesrob...

Laverne Chernouski

Laverne Chernouski

Sep 7, 2012

Racine – LaVerne Emma Chernouski, 91, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 7, 2012. LaVerne was born in Racine on December 24, 1920 to Edward and Emma (nee, Luedtke) Piepmeyer. On August 15, 1942 she married Philip John Chernouski. He preceded her in death on October 27, 1997. LaVerne graduated from Wm. Horlick High School. She was a former member...

Mark Johnson

Mark Johnson

Aug 31, 2012

Racine – Mark A. 'Sparky' Johnson, 60, passed away at home on Friday, August 31, 2012 after a long valiant battle with cancer. Sparky was born in Racine on December 20, 1951 to Henry I. and Ermgard (nee, Hoffman) Johnson. He married the former Sharon Eickhorst. Sparky had been employed by Earl Heffel and Sons for many years. Sparky leaves...

Connie Palmer

Connie Palmer

Aug 30, 2012

Racine - Connie Lee Palmer (nee, Wales) age 61 of Racine went to sleep in the arms of her Savior on August 30, 2012. She fought hard against cancer for more than 2 years. Her Lord prepared her home for her during those years and is ready to welcome her to her eternal home.Connie was born in Madison, WI, daughter...

Marjorie Leveque

Marjorie Leveque

Aug 25, 2012

Racine – Marjorie I. LeVeque, 89, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare- All Saints on Saturday, August 25, 2012.Marjorie was born in Wausau on May 19, 1923 to Howard and Winifred (nee: Reid) Lombard. She lived most of her life in Antigo before retiring in Florida and returning to the Milwaukee area later in life. She married Fred LeVeque, he...

Viola Pishny

Viola Pishny

Aug 25, 2012

Racine – Viola B. Pishny, nee, Johnson, 101, passed away at Lincoln Village Convalescent Center on Saturday, August 25, 2012. Viola was born in Racine on September 30, 1910 to Hans and Inger (nee, Ellefson) Johnson. She was educated in Racine area schools and graduated from the first class of Wm. Horlick High School in 1929. She was a former...

William Amend

William Amend

Aug 15, 2012

Racine- William Arthur Amend, 85, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare on Wednesday, August 15, 2012.Bill was born in Racine on July 19, 1927 to Arthur C. and Agatha (nee: Wheeler) Amend. He graduated from St. Catherine's High School and was employed at Young Radiator until his retirement. In keeping with Bill's wishes, cremation has taken place. A graveside Service...

Rebecca Ryan

Rebecca Ryan

Aug 11, 2012

View Video Tribute Racine – Rebecca Lee Ryan, 22, passed away on Saturday, August 11, 2012. Becca was born in Racine on May 15, 1990 to Rodney and Jill (nee, Wickman) Ryan. She graduated from Wm. Horlick High School. She went on to attend Fox Valley Tech in Appleton to pursue a career in criminal justice and to continue her...

Robert Breitsprecher

Robert Breitsprecher

Aug 9, 2012

Robert D. (Bob) BreitsprecherRacine- Robert D. (Bob) Breitsprecher, 80, passed away Thursday, August 9, 2012 at Becker Shoop Center. Robert was born in Racine on January 17, 1932 the son of Adelbert and Jessie (nee: Gross) Breitsprecher. He graduated from Horlick High in 1950 and attended the Milwaukee School of Engineering. He served in the United States Army Artillery in...

Einer Svendsen

Einer Svendsen

Aug 4, 2012

Racine- Einer G. Svendsen, 86, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare on Saturday, August 4, 2012.Einer was born in Superior, Nebraska on June 4, 1926 to Marius and Marie (nee: Gregersen) Svendsen. He married Marion J. Walker in Racine in 1974. Einer was employed as a machine operator at Twin Disc for 32 years until his retirement in 1988. He...

Gary Schallock

Gary Schallock

Jul 21, 2012

Racine – Gary W. Schallock, 79, passed away at Lincoln Village Convalescent Center on Saturday, July 21, 2012. Gary was born in Racine on June 25, 1933 to Lorenz and Vivian (nee, Flint) Schallock and he spent his early life in the Milwaukee area. He graduated from West Milwaukee High School in 1951 and graduated from UW Madison in 1961....

Erwin Schroeder

Erwin Schroeder

Jul 20, 2012

Racine - On Friday, July 20th, 2012 Erwin H Schroeder left this earth to be with his angel friends.Erwin was born in Racine Wisconsin at the 'old St Lukes Hospital' on July 21, 1928. He was the son of the late Erwin A and Martha (Tschirdewan) Schroeder. He graduated from Horlick High School in Racine Wisconsin. On August 5th, 1951,...

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