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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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Gail Oversen
Jan 19, 2012
Gail Patricia Oversen (LePoidevin)Gail Oversen (LePoidevin) of Goshen, Indiana, lost her battle with cancer on January 19, 2012. She was 53. She was born in Racine, Wisconsin, to John S. 'Jack' LePoidevin and Patricia A. LePoidevin (James) on December 5, 1958.Gail was a graduate of Wm. Horlick High School ('77), Racine, and moved with her husband and sons to Goshen...
Dean Thomas
Jan 15, 2012
Dean E. ThomasRacine- Dean E. Thomas, 74, passed away at his home on Sunday, January 15, 2012.Dean was born in Hales Corners on June 11, 1937 to Ezra and Helen (nee: Schwedler) Thomas. He served in the United States Navy from 1955 until 1959. Dean married Loris Zimdars. He enjoyed model trains and woodworking. Dean was affectionately known as 'everyone's...
Paul Morrison
Jan 12, 2012
Paul H. Morrison Racine – Paul H. Morrison, 90, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Thursday, January 12, 2012. Paul was born in Waterloo, IA on January 12, 1922 to John and Zepha (nee, Huppert) Morrison. He married the former Josephine Rizzo in 1950. Paul retired from Andis Company after more than thirty years. He was a very...
Evelyn Madsen
Jan 11, 2012
Evelyn Annette Madsen Racine- Evelyn Annette Madsen (nee: Paulson), 89, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Wednesday, January 11, 2012. Evelyn was born in Racine, WI on May 10, 1922 to Oscar and Helen (nee: Malmquist) Paulson. Evelyn married Robert A. Madsen in Racine on May 9, 1945. He preceded her in death on June 21, 2005. Evelyn...
Charmaine Gazmey
Jan 8, 2012
Charmaine L. GazmeyRacine- Charmaine L. Gazmey, 83, passed away at her residence on Sunday, January 8, 2012.Charmaine is survived by her son, Alan Byrns of LaCrosse; grandchildren, Jason of Lafayette, LA, Bodine, Evan and Rachel all of Racine; 2 great grandchildren, and siblings, Catherine Schumacher, Donah Nelson, Ruth Hazlet all of Racine, Dean Rasmussen of CA and Windsor of Kenosha....
Shirley Ludka
Jan 6, 2012
Racine – Shirley A. Ludka, 85, passed away at Hospice House in Kenosha on Friday, January 6, 2012. Shirley was born in Portage on June 23, 1926 to Ivan and Hattie (nee, Bade) Little. She graduated from Portage High School where she excelled as a swimmer. On April 12, 1954 in Milwaukee she married Raymond Ludka. She retired from Western...
Joseph Matranga
Jan 4, 2012
RACINE - Joseph A. Matranga, 83, passed away at Woodstock Health & Rehabilitation Center of Kenosha on Wednesday, January 4, 2012. Joseph was born in Racine November 16, 1928, the son of the late Joseph and Marie (nee: Petavino) Matranga and was a lifelong Racine resident. He worked for the City of Racine Department of Public Works retiring In January...
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...
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