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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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Laurel Klonkowski

Laurel Klonkowski

Jan 28, 2011

Mesa, AZ – Laurel G. "Klonk" Klonkowski, 85, passed away in Mesa, AZ on Friday, January 28, 2011. Klonk was born in LaCrosse, WI on July 17, 1925 to Helen Klonkowski. He served in the U.S. Army during WWII in the European Theatre. Klonk married the former Elizabeth Kofta in LaCrosse on August 28, 1948 and she preceded him in...

Judith Hartig-Osanka

Judith Hartig-Osanka

Jan 28, 2011

Racine – Judith M. Hartig-Osanka, 72, passed away at her home on Friday, January 28, 2011.Judy was born in Cleveland, OH on March 17, 1938 to John B. and Helen Hickam Martin, Jr. On October 10, 1992 at Olympia Brown Unitarian Church in Racine, she married Dr. Franklin M. Osanka. Judy was an attorney since 1979 and co-founded the law...

Marshall Kozlik

Marshall Kozlik

Jan 22, 2011

Marshall Steven KozlikRacine- Marshall Steven Kozlik, 20, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare on Saturday, January 22, 2011.Marshall was a precious treasure from the day he was born. He was born on August 9, 1990 to James and Vivian (nee: Beth) Kozlik. He was a true warrior and handled everything with a brave helpful attitude. Marshall attended McKinley Middle School...

Lorraine Caravello

Lorraine Caravello

Jan 22, 2011

Lorraine F. Caravello"Button"Racine- Lorraine F. "Buttons" Caravello, 88, passed away at Lincoln Village Convalescent Center on Saturday, January 22, 2011.Lorraine was born in Aberdeen, SD on October 23, 1922 to Edward and Clara (Mauel) Gunz. She married Peter Caravello on July 30, 1949 in Milwaukee. He preceded her in death May 6, 2005. Lorraine worked at the Milwaukee County Mental...

Lois Schoenike

Lois Schoenike

Jan 17, 2011

Racine – Lois E. Schoenike, 88, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Monday, January 17, 2011. Lois was born on July 26, 1922 to Fred and Renee (nee, Francois) Heckendorn. She married Norbert Schoenike on September 19, 1940 in Johnson Creek, WI. He preceded her in death. Lois was a loving mother and grandmother and will be greatly...

Russell Levengood

Russell Levengood

Jan 16, 2011

Sheboygan, WI – Russell M. Levengood, 89, passed away at Harmony Assisted Living in Sheboygan on Sunday, January 16, 2011. Russ was born in Boyertown, PA on August 17, 1921 to Clifford and Loretta (nee, Swavely). Russell served in the U.S. Army for thirteen years. He met his wife, Mildred, while both were serving their country in Oro Bay, New...

Virginia Wheeler

Virginia Wheeler

Jan 14, 2011

Virginia Ann WheelerRacine- Virginia Ann Wheeler, 78, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare on Friday, January 14, 2011.Virginia was born to Lithuanian born Matt and Damencele Tyllo on June 6, 1932 in Racine. She graduated from Washington Park High School in 1950. Virginia married Donald V. Wheeler on February 27, 1953 in Crown Point, Indiana. He preceded her in death...

Audrey Saucier

Audrey Saucier

Jan 14, 2011

Racine – Audrey June (nee, Garot) Saucier, 87, passed away at Ridgewood Care Center on Friday, January 14, 2011.Audrey was born in Racine on May 12, 1923 to Francois and Mathilda (nee, VanDerske) Garot. Audrey married Joseph Saucier, Jr., who preceded her in death. She was a graduate of Washington Park High School. Audrey was employed by Racine County Department...

Ronald Kondrat

Ronald Kondrat

Jan 6, 2011

Racine- Ronald A. Kondrat, 64, passed away at his residence on Thursday, January 6, 2011.Ron was born on September 5, 1946 in Hammond, IN to Anthony and Dorothy (nee: Szot) Kondrat. He graduated from Purdue University in 1969 with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. Ron was employed as a Product Manager at Modine Manufacturing from 1972 until 1997. He had...

Doris Talley

Doris Talley

Jan 4, 2011

Racine – Doris "Donna" Talley passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 4, 2011 at Wisconsin Veterans Home. Donna was born on April 17, 1921, daughter of Frank and Helen (nee, McElligott) Ryan. She spent her childhood on the family farm near Ryan, Iowa. She attended Ottumwa Heights College before joining the WAVES where she served as a medic. Upon her...

Mary Dipasquale

Mary Dipasquale

Jan 3, 2011

Racine – Mary Lou DiPasquale, nee, Chiausky, passed away in the comfort of her home at the age of 78 after a 36 year struggle with Parkinson's disease. Mary Lou was born in Racine on November 24, 1932, and was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Mary (nee, Cilmo) Chiausky. Mary Lou's greatest gifts and the legacy that...

David Matson

David Matson

Jan 3, 2011

Racine – David L. Matson, 63, passed away at his home on Monday, January 3, 2011. David was born in Racine on September 15, 1947 to Stanley and Marie (nee, DuMont) Matson. He was employed by Eckmann Custom Products for the past 46 years. David had a passion for Corvettes, and enjoyed restoring his 1969 Corvette Stingray. He loved to...

Dorothy Scharping

Dorothy Scharping

Dec 27, 2010

Racine – Dorothy M. Scharping, 85, passed away at Franciscan Villa in South Milwaukee on Monday, December 27, 2010. Dorothy was born in Antigo on December 6, 1925 to Walter and Cassilda (nee, Wendorf) Holbrook. She married Fred. G. Scharping in Antigo on July 18, 1953. Dorothy was a graduate of the Lutheran Hospital School of Nursing in Milwaukee. She...

Ruth Anzalone

Ruth Anzalone

Dec 25, 2010

Ruth Anzalone Racine – Ruth Anzalone, nee, Marks, 86, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Saturday, December 25, 2010. Ruth was born in South Milwaukee on October 20, 1924 to George and Sadie Marks. She married Robert Smerchek and he preceded her in death on September 17, 1973. In 1977 she married Mike Anzalone who preceded her in...

Jon Flick

Jon Flick

Dec 23, 2010

Racine – Jon R. Flick, 47, passed away at his home on Thursday, December 23, 2010. Jon was born in Racine on February 26, 1963 to Arlen and Colleen (nee, Hein) Flick. He married the love of his life, Kathy Heitzmann on April 4, 1992. Jon was employed by Nelson Electric Supply Company for 24 years. The best times in...

Charles Hartwig

Charles Hartwig

Dec 23, 2010

Racine – Charles George Hartwig, 77, at Froedtert Hospital in Wauwatosa, went to his heavenly home on Thursday, December 23, 2010. Charles was born in Gillette, WI on July 23, 1933 to George and Ella (nee, Hagen) Hartwig. He was united in marriage to LaVerne Baker on May 26, 1956 at Grace Lutheran Church. Charles was a graduate of Racine...

Traci Jessee

Traci Jessee

Dec 21, 2010

Traci Ann JesseeNee: EhlertRacine- Traci Ann Jessee, 47, passed away at Froedtert Hospital on Tuesday, December 21, 2010.Traci was born in Kenosha on June 13, 1963 to Ronald and JoAnne Ginder Ehlert. She was employed in environmental services at Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare. Traci was a wonderful mother and best friend to her 3 daughters. She loved being a grandmother and...

Donald Gustavson

Donald Gustavson

Dec 21, 2010

Donald M. GustavsonRacine- Donald M. Gustavson, 63, passed away at his residence on December 21, 2010.Don was born in Racine on March 14, 1947 to Melvin J. and Carol M. (nee: Clausen) Gustavson. On June 20, 1975, he married Melody Manchester at Evangelical United Methodist. Don served in the United States Army Military Police. He was an Active member of...

Viola Olson

Viola Olson

Dec 19, 2010

Viola Dorothy OlsonAppleton - Viola D. Olson, 95 of Racine passed away on December 19, 2010 at Colony Oaks Care Center in Appleton after a battle with Alzheimer's.Vi was born in Racine on April 17, 1915 to the late Olle and Ann (Christianson) Olson. Vi never married, she was a devoted daughter to her parents especially to her mother after...

Carl Zeytoonian

Carl Zeytoonian

Dec 18, 2010

Carl L. ZeytoonianRacine - Carl L. Zeytoonian, 76, passed away at Golden Living Center- South Shore on Saturday, December 18, 2010.Carl was born in Boston, MA to Joseph and Rose (nee: Seferian) Zeytoonian on May 15, 1934. He served in the United States Army Medical Unit. He graduated from Massachusetts College of Pharmacy. Carl married Naomi Basdekian in Watertown, MA...

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