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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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Charles Kuiper

Charles Kuiper

Feb 11, 2011

Charles H. Kuiper – ObituaryCharles H. Kuiper, 84, left this earth for his eternal home with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Friday, February 11th, 2011. He was at home surrounded by his loving family.He was born on January 20th, 1927 to Henry and Sadie Kuiper in Racine, WI.The love of his life was his wife and partner Mae...

Claire Porter

Claire Porter

Feb 9, 2011

Racine -- Claire William Porter, 90, passed away at Autumn Home on Wednesday, February 9, 2011.Claire was born on July 15, 1920 to James and Vera (nee, Yoemans) Porter. He served in the United States Army Air Corps during WWII. Claire married the former Dolores Adel at St. John's Lutheran Church on June 28, 1947. Claire is survived by his...

Rose Borel

Rose Borel

Feb 9, 2011

Racine – Rose Recupero Borel, 95, passed away at Lincoln Village Convalescent Center on Sunday, February 9, 2011. Rose was born in Racine on August 19, 1915. She married Fred Borel in 1947. He preceded her in death. Rose is survived by her brother, Santo Recupero; and sisters, Jane Krumberger, Fran Gilchrist and Mary Recupero. Rose is also survived by...

Lawrence Zirkelbach

Lawrence Zirkelbach

Feb 8, 2011

Racine – Lawrence J. "Zirk" Zirkelbach, 84, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Tuesday, February 8, 2011. Zirk was born in Racine on June 13, 1926 to Henry L. and Anna (nee, Jung) Zirkelbach. He served in the U.S. Army during WWII. Zirk married the former Elaine J. Reinke at St. Rose Catholic Church on September 17, 1949....

Joann Mcpheron

Joann Mcpheron

Feb 1, 2011

Racine – JoAnn (nee, Stetka) McPheron, 72, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Tuesday, February 1, 2011. JoAnn was born in Racine on February 19, 1938 to the late Joseph and Ann (nee, Mostek) Stetka. She was united in marriage to Lamont "Monnie" P. McPheron on October 14, 1961. JoAnn was a graduate of Horlick High School and...

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...

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