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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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Cheryl Kobs
Aug 13, 2011
Racine – Cheryl Kobs, 56, passed away at her home on Saturday, August 13, 2011. Cheryl was born in Florida on August 12, 1955 to Thomas G. and Barbara L. (nee, Thompson) Gallaway. She married Daniel R. Kobs celebrating 38 years of marriage. Cheryl is survived by her husband, Daniel R. Kobs; daughter, Jennifer (David) Guerrero; grandchildren, Ashley, Alex, Allie,...
Arnold Junker
Aug 1, 2011
Racine – Arnold C. Junker, 94, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, August 1, 2011. Arnie was born in Newton, WI on May 6, 1917 to Edward and Clara (nee, Rodewald) Junker. He married the former Elaine Sybeldon on May 3, 1945 in Corpus Christi, TX where Arnie was serving in the U.S. Marine Corp during WWII. Arnie...
Daniel Bowen
Jul 30, 2011
Daniel D. Bowen Racine – Daniel D. Bowen, 75, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Saturday, July 30, 2011. Dan was born in Bangor, WI on July 16, 1936 to Harry and Adelia (nee, Danielson) Bowen. He married the former Connie Andersen in Racine on May 15, 1987 and were together for more than ten years before their...
Patricia Rankin
Jul 29, 2011
Oak Creek, WI – Patricia Mae "Pat" Rankin, 82, formerly of Waukegan/Gurnee, IL, was born into eternal rest with our Lord and Savior on July 29, 2011, at her home surrounded by her loving family.Pat was born in Beloit, WI on Feb. 24, 1929 to John and Elizabeth (nee: McClellan) McCauley. She married S/SGT Glenn M. Rankin, USMC at St....
Carla Gearen
Jul 24, 2011
Racine – Carla M. (nee, Lombardo) Gearen, 60, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, July 24, 2011. Carla was born in Racine on December 31, 1950 to Carl and Rose (nee, Petrach) Lombardo. She married Walter Gearen on November 17, 1991. Carla graduated from UW-Parkside with a Bachelor of Science Degree in business Administration and Psychology. Carla worked...
Carol Reuille
Jul 18, 2011
Racine – Carol Reuille, 82, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Monday, July 18, 2011. Carol was born in Milwaukee on February 10, 1929 to Leo and Sophie (nee, Solper) Duffrin. She married Donald Reuille on March 16, 1968 and he preceded her in death. Carol loved reading, playing bingo and doing crossword and jigsaw puzzles. She will...
Denver Jennings
Jul 16, 2011
Racine - Denver H. Jennings, beloved CEO and patriarch of 'Team Jennings', passed away in peace at 4:45 A.M. Sat. July 16th, 2011 at All Saints Hospital in Racine, WI.Formerly a life-long resident of Terre Haute, IN, Denver, in true keeping of his motto, 'I did it my way', after his favorite Frank Sinatra song, decided to move to Racine...
Evelyn Rupnow
Jul 14, 2011
Evelyn J. Rupnow Racine – Evelyn J. Rupnow, nee, Schmoock, 95, passed away at Becker Shoop Center on Thursday, July 14, 2011. Evelyn was born in Coloma, WI on January 27, 1916 to Carl and Bertha M. (nee, Lechner) Schmoock. She married Leslie Rupnow in Coloma, WI on February 24, 1940. He preceded her in death on September 11, 2007....
Brianna Flick
Jul 10, 2011
Racine – BriAnna J. "Boo" Flick, 22, passed away at Children's Hospital of Wisconsin on Sunday, July 10, 2011. Boo was born in Racine on July 5, 1989 to Mark Flick and Susan (nee, Strak) Flick who survive her along with her sister, ShaiAnn (Joshua) Howard; brother, Kyle Flick; nephews, Jameson Howard and Julian Howard; paternal grandmother, Colleen Flick; and...
Ronald Unrein
Jul 9, 2011
Racine – Ronald E. Unrein, 59, passed away at Hospice House in Pleasant Prairie on Saturday, July 9, 2011. Ron was born in Racine on July 27, 1951, the son of the late Joyce Londre and Louis Toutant. Ron worked and retired from Racine Federated. He was proud to be in the Racine Federated Family for over 30 years. He...
George Asdigian
Jul 6, 2011
George AsdigianSouth Milwaukee- George Asdigian, 77, passed away at St. Luke's South Shore on Wednesday, July 6, 2011. George was born in Racine on May 4, 1934 to Sarkis and Guluzar (nee: Yogourtjian) Asdigian. He married Azneef Bastermajian. George was a Chemical Engineer for Universal Oil Products. He was an aircraft enthusiast and was a member of the Experimental Aircraft...
Frank Luedtke
Jul 6, 2011
Kenosha – Frank L. Luedtke, 90, passed away at Parkside Manor on Wednesday, July 6, 2011. Frank was born on March 13, 1921 to Frank and Myrtle (nee, Jensen) Luedtke. He married the former Ruth L. Thielen in Racine on November 22, 1941. She preceded him in death on January 24, 2008. Frank served in the Merchant Marines during WWII...
Lloyd Kohls
Jul 4, 2011
Racine – Lloyd V. Kohls, 75, passed away at his home on Monday, July 4, 2011. Lloyd was born in Cadott, WI on October 29, 1935 to John and Mildred (nee, Wood) Kohls. He served in the U.S. Army. On July 6, 1961 he married the former Marilyn Tesnow. Lloyd retired from Twin Disc after more than 30 years following...
Catherine Vartanian
Jul 4, 2011
Catherine VartanianRacine- Our beloved mother Catherine Vartanian passed away at her home on Monday, July 4, 2011 at the age of 87.She was born on January 20, 1924 the daughter of Armen and Esquhee (nee: Bedenian) Balian. On July 5, 1941 Catherine was united in marriage to Charles Vartanian, Jr. He preceded her in death on August 17, 1995.Surviving are...
Janet Casperson
Jul 1, 2011
Racine – Janet G. Casperson, 89, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Friday, Jul 1, 2011. Janet was born in Marshfield, WI on January 3, 1922 to Henry and Mary (nee, Halbe) Casperson. She married Albert Casperson who preceded her in death on May 9, 1994. Janet was a member of St. John Nepomuk Catholic Church. She was...
Virginia Musurlian
Jun 28, 2011
Racine – Virginia "Bydzie" Keshdoian Kirkorian Musurlian, 95, passed away at Willowcrest Care Center in South Milwaukee on Tuesday, June 28, 2011. Bydzie was born in West Pullman, IL on June 6, 1916 to Avedis and Hyganoush (nee, Sarkissian) Kishdoian. She married Harry Musurlian on September 1, 1934 and he preceded her in death on August 24, 1979. Bydzie was...
Thomas Passehl
Jun 23, 2011
Thomas Guy Passehl Lakeland, FL – Thomas G. Passehl, 60, passed away in Lakeland, FL on Thursday, June 23, 2011. Tommy was born in Racine on May 3, 1951 to Gene and Lorraine (nee, Smith) Passehl. Tommy attended Horlick High School. He served in the U.S. Air Force in the 3706 Squadron located at the Lakeland Air Force Base from...
Linda Stephan
Jun 17, 2011
Linda E. StephanRacine- Linda E. Stephan, 56, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare on Friday, June 17, 2011.Linda was born in Racine on July 16, 1954 to Donald and Marion (nee: Rasmussen) Keuffer. She married Robert A. Stephan in Waukegan, IL on February 14, 1976. He preceded her in death on November 21, 2007. Linda enjoyed gambling and most importantly...
Hank Bardenhagen
Jun 15, 2011
Racine - Hank Bardenhagen died on June 15, 2011, after complications following open-heart surgery on May 9. Born in Flushing, NY, on September 7, 1943, to Henry and Grete Bardenhagen, he graduated from Concordia Preparatory School in Bronxville, NY and Valparaiso University in Valparaiso, IN. On August 7, 1965, he married Kathleen Boerger at St. John's Lutheran Church in Racine....
Sandra Hagen
Jun 14, 2011
Sandra Ann HagenRacine- Sandra Ann Hagen, 76, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare on Tuesday, June 14, 2011.Sandy was born in Racine on September 12, 1934 to Walter E. and Laura C. (nee: Grieger) Hagen. She was a graduate of St. Catherine High School and an alumnus of Dominican College. She retired from Chase Bank where she worked as a...
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