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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Ingrid Poole
Jan 1, 2012
Racine- Ingrid Poole, 89, passed away at her residence on Sunday, January 1, 2012 surrounded by her loving family members.Ingrid was born in Denmark on September 5, 1922 to Jens and Karen (nee: Kristensen) Kristiansen. She celebrated her first birthday at Ellis Island after arriving in the United States. She was very proud of her Danish heritage. Ingrid married Raydene...
Catherine Knapp
Dec 31, 2011
Franksville – Catherine E. Knapp, 80, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan- All Saints on Saturday, December 31, 2011. Cathy was born in Waukegan, IL on July 6, 1931 to Joseph and Catherine (nee, Hamill) Smith. She spent most of her career in the clerical fields with the Internal Revenue Service and later with Community Newspapers. Cathy was a great animal...
Doris Mundt
Dec 28, 2011
Doris G. MundtRacine- Doris G. Mundt, 89, passed away on Wednesday, December 28, 2011 at Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare.Doris was born in Racine on April 6, 1922 to James and Estella (nee: Cichanofski) Bronson. She married Donald Mundt in Racine on October 8, 1949. He preceded her in death on September 4, 2010. Doris devoted her life to taking care of...
Oscar Haugsby
Dec 25, 2011
Oscar M. HaugsbyRacine- Oscar M. Haugsby, 93, died at Ridgewood Rehabilitation Center in Racine on Sunday, December 25, 2011.Oscar was born in Hawkins, Rusk County on January 11, 1918, the son of Thomas and Inge (Bakken) Haugsby, originally from Norway. Oscar graduated from Rhinelander High School in 1937. He served his country during WWII in the United States Army Air...
Paul Krampitz
Dec 22, 2011
Paul G. Krampitz Racine – Paul G. Krampitz, 68, passed away at home on Thursday, December 22, 2011. Paul was born in Bentheim, Germany on September 21, 1943 to Ewald and Hilda (nee, Orlofski) Krampitz. He married the former Anneliese Kumpf. Paul retired in 2009 from Video Jet Systems. He was a life member of the Rod and Gun Club...
Theresa Aaen
Dec 18, 2011
Racine – Theresa Aaen, 60, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Sunday, December 18, 2011. Terri was born in Waupaca, WI on March 23, 1951 to John and Erma (nee, Ahola) Glaeser. She graduated with a Master's Degree in Religious Education. Terri loved helping and serving people as a spiritual advisor. She was a devotee of Mother Amma. Terri...
Teresa Thoune
Dec 12, 2011
Sturtevant – Teresa Ann Thoune, 63, passed away at Grand Prairie on Monday, December 12, 2011. Terry was born in Milwaukee on July 26, 1948 to Robert J. and Jane (nee, Drewek) Bartlein. She married Richard C. Thoune at Christ King Catholic Church in Wauwatosa on August 16, 1969. Terry was a wonderful Wife, Mother, and Grandmother. 'Ma' as she...
Jean Topalian
Dec 12, 2011
RACINE - John P. Topalian, 85, passed away peacefully at his residence on Monday, December 12, 2011.John was born in Marseille, France on January 10, 1926, to Bagdassar and Paremsem (nee Vidian) Topalian. He married Corinne (Koharig) Mikaelian in Beirut, Lebanon on May 15, 1960 and relocated to Racine shortly thereafter in July and remained married for 51 years.John was...
Mitchell Sturicz
Dec 12, 2011
Racine – Mitchell M. Sturicz, 82, went to his eternal rest on Monday, December 12, 2011. Mitchell was born in Kenosha on March 14, 1929 to Michael and Sophija (nee, Lagutko) Sturycz. He married the former Irma Callewaert at St. Sebastian's Parish on August 26, 1950. Mitchell worked for American Motors for 33 years, retiring in 1982. In retirement he...
Harold Hansen
Dec 11, 2011
Racine – Harold A. Hansen, 94, passed away at Wheaton-Franciscan All Saints on Sunday, December 11, 2011. Harold was born in Racine County on June 8, 1917 to Andrew and Anna Hansen. He married the former Dorothy Bones, celebrating 65 years of marriage. Harold served in the U.S. Army during WWIUI and was the last survivor from Third Armor Division,...
Jacqueline Matson
Dec 10, 2011
Racine – Jacqueline R. Matson, 75, passed away at Lifecare Hospital in Pewaukee on Saturday, December 10, 2011. Jackie was born in Racine on May 28, 1936 to Carl and Gertrude Moser. She married John S. Matson on August 20, 1955 and he preceded her in death on November 8, 2009. Jackie loved spending time with her family and friends,...
Chizuko Arendt
Dec 7, 2011
Racine – Chizuko Arendt, (nee, Takashima), born February 15, 1931 to Tsumoru and Shizu (nee, Abe) Takashima in Fukuoka prefecture, Japan, entered final preparations for her new life on December 7, 2011, at the age of 80 after dealing with multiple illnesses and infirmities. She was a devote Buddhist, following the principles set forth by Nichiren Daishonin faithfully since her...
Robert Rogalla
Dec 3, 2011
Robert G. RogallaRacine- Robert G. Rogalla, 72, passed away on December 3, 2011 at Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare.Robert was born in Winona, MN on March 22, 1939 to George and Grace (nee: Richman) Rogalla. He served in the United States Air Force. Robert married Helene Rizzo. He was employed with Twin Disc for over 30 years. Robert is survived by his...
Diana Dehahn
Dec 2, 2011
Diana B. DeHahn Racine – Diana B. DeHahn, 73, passed away at St. Joseph's Hospital in Milwaukee on Friday, December 2, 2011. Diana was born at home on LaSalle St. in Racine on June 4, 1938 to Walter E. and Laura (nee, Greiger) Hagen, Sr. She married Raymond J. DeHahn at St. John Nepomuk Parish on October 19, 1957. Diana...
Clara Henning
Dec 1, 2011
Clara E. HenningRacine-Clara E. Henning (nee: Kloes), 87, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare on Thursday, December 1, 2011.Clara was born in Three Lakes on April 30, 1924 to Gustave and Carolina (nee: Wilfuhr) Kloes. She married George Henning on June 1, 1945. He preceded her in death in 1973. Clara enjoyed doing crafts and genealogy research. She was a...
Ruth Kannenberg
Nov 30, 2011
Genoa – Ruth M. Kannenberg, 88, went home to be with her Lord on Wednesday, November 30, 2011, at the home of her sister in Racine. Ruth was born in Racine on December 2, 1922 to Paul and Frieda (nee, Mundstock) Groenke. She married Bart Kannenberg on August 19, 1944. He preceded her in death on May 12, 2002. Ruth...
Lillian Rickert
Nov 25, 2011
Racine – Lillian E. Rickert, 91, passed away at Woodstock Health & Rehabilitation Center on Friday, November 25, 2011. Lillian was born in Racine on June 12, 1920 to Michael and Mary Mizynski. She married George N. Rickert and had been married forty-four years. He preceded her in death in 1986. Lillian was a member of St. Rita's Catholic Church,...
Ann Kuiper
Nov 25, 2011
Racine- Ann Kuiper (nee: Wynstra), 93, passed away peacefully at Wheaton Franciscan Cardiac Hospital and entered her Heavenly home on Friday, November 25, 2011. Ann was born March 21, 1918 to the late Alex and Henrietta (nee: Hoogenboom) Wynstra. Ann was united in marriage to Frank William Kuiper on May 12, 1940. Her beloved husband passed away 17 years ago...
Betty Boquist
Nov 25, 2011
Racine – Betty J. Boquist, 87, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Friday, November 25, 2011.Betty was born in Milwaukee on September 29, 1924 to John and Elizabet (nee, Ujwari) Krimmer. She loved gardening, canning, making jelly, fishing, and going to auctions. She belonged to the American Legion Auxiliary, Midway Garden Club and Homemakers Club before moving to...
Merritt Bissell
Nov 21, 2011
Racine – Merritt H. Bissell, 88, passed away at his home on Saturday, November 19, 2011. Merritt was born in Ironwood, MI on May 6, 1923 to Lindon R. and Dora M. (nee, Hill) Bissell. Merritt graduated from L.L. Wright High School following which he served in the U.S. Army; Company B, 424th Infantry Regiment in the European theatre during...
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