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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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Petronilla Kosch
Nov 2, 2010
Racine – Petronilla Marie Kosch, 67, passed away at her home on Tuesday, November 2, 2010.Pat was born in Milwaukee on May 20, 1943 to Charles and Dorothy (nee, Knapp) Richards. She retired from S.C. Johnson Wax. Survivors include her son, Steve Kosch of Woodville; daughter, Renee Kosch of Townsend, WI; and grandchildren, Madeline, Zachary, Samuel, Jesse Kosch. Pat is...
Glenn Meissner
Oct 27, 2010
Edgar, WI – Glenn Richard Meissner, 84, was called home to heaven on October 27, 2010.Glenn was born on October 11, 1926, in Franksville where he lived for 60 years before moving to Lake Nokomis in Tomahawk, WI, then recently to Edgar, WI. He was united in marriage to Agnes (Gutknecht) in 1948. Glenn was the former owner-operator of Meissners'...
Henry Hyde
Oct 19, 2010
Racine – Henry E. "Gene" Hyde, 83, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Tuesday, October 19, 2010. Gene was born in Oxford, NC on April 27, 1927 to Thomas and Anna Belle (nee, Cutts) Hyde. He married the former Ione J. Matton on December 19, 1978. Gene was known as the "Whistler". You could hear him whistling as...
Carol Ciurro
Oct 19, 2010
Carol Ann Ciurro(nee: Childs-Draves)Racine- Carol Ann Ciurro (nee: Childs-Draves), 51, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare on Tuesday, October 19, 2010.Carol was born in West Allis on May 20, 1959 to Robert and Rosemarie (nee: Koszewski) Childs. She loved the outdoors, hunting and fishing, preparing her catches to eat. Carol grew her own gardens and adored animals. She was a...
Joan Veon
Oct 18, 2010
On October 18, 2010, with her husband Rod holding her hand, Joan answered her Master's call and slipped quietly away to be with her Lord and Savior after a courageous three year battle with breast cancer. She was 61 years old.Joan's remarkable life began in Racine WI on May 17, 1949, born as a twin with Raymond, to Albert A....
Leroy Koser
Oct 13, 2010
Racine- LeRoy H. Koser, 69, passed away at Hospice House on Wednesday, October 13, 2010. LeRoy was born in Clear Lake, WI on December 2, 1940 to Albert and Gertrude (nee: Nickel) Koser. He served his country in the United States Navy. On August 15, 1964 LeRoy married Virginia Hahn. She preceded him in death on November 12, 2004. He...
Eileen Henken
Oct 7, 2010
Racine – Eileen Q. Henken, 87, passed away at Lincoln Village Convalescent Center on Thursday, October 7, 2010. Eileen was born on February 11, 1923 to Louis J. and Loretto (nee, Cunningham) Quinn. She married Dr. William F. Henken on September 20, 1944 at St. Rose Catholic Church in Racine. Eileen was a graduate of Washington Park High School and...
Roger Rosenberg
Oct 7, 2010
Racine – Dr. Roger T. Rosenberg, 79, passed away at home on Thursday, October 7, 2010, entering life eternal with his Savior, Jesus. Roger was born in Milwaukee on September 20, 1931. He attended Horlick High School, Lincoln College and Illinois College of Optometry. He married his high school sweetheart, the former Patricia Bronson August 21, 1954. Roger, an optometrist,...
Alice Larson
Oct 4, 2010
Alice F. Larson Racine - Alice F. Larson, 91, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan-All Saints on Monday, October 4, 2010. Alice was born in Racine on October 19, 1918 to John and Frances (nee, Jirus) Veirauch. She married Lloyd Larson on January 31, 1942. He preceded her in death on October 27, 1987. Alice was a lifelong member of the...
Lauren Petersen
Oct 3, 2010
Lauren L. PetersenRacine- Lauren L. Petersen, 59, passed away at his residence on Sunday, October 3, 2010.Lauren is survived by his mother, Donah Nelson; brothers and sisters, David Nelson of Racine, Terrill Petersen of Milwaukee, Robbin Petersen of Florida, Scott Petersen of Arkansas and Holly Petersen of Florida. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.A private...
Harry Svensson
Sep 30, 2010
Racine- Harry "Bert" Svensson, 65, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, September 30, 2010 after a courageous battle with lung cancer.Harry was born in Goteborg, Sweden on May 31, 1945 to the late Harry and Henny (nee: Larson) Svensson. Harry came to the United States in 1966 after serving two years in Sweden's Army. Harry...
Julio Ramos
Sep 22, 2010
Racine- Julio Ramon Ramos, 70, passed away at his residence on Wednesday, September 22, 2010.Julio was born in Texas on April 12, 1940 to Ignacio and Santos (nee: Ramon) Ramos. He was employed for over 21 years at the Reef Point Marina. Julio enjoyed being outdoors doing yard work and traveling. He also loved his dogs, Chiquita and Dolly.Julio is...
Marion Storves
Sep 22, 2010
Marion Ruth StorvesRacine-Marion Ruth Storves, 83, passed away on Wednesday, September 22, 2010 in the comfort of her home. She was born in Hancock, MI on October 8, 1926, daughter of the late George and Victoria (Richards) Dionne. Marion graduated from Houghton, MI High School in 1944 and went on to graduate from St. Joseph's School of Nursing (Hancock, MI)...
Kayla Casas
Sep 5, 2010
Racine – Kayla Lynn Casas on Sunday, September 5, 2010 at the age of 22 went to heaven surrounded by family and friends. Kayla was born on January 31, 1988, the beloved special "angel" daughter of Deanna (Thomas Dovorany) Rivera and Louis Casas. Kayla is survived by fianc Christopher Trinidad (Michelle and Joseph Trinidad) and her beloved son Caiden Joseph....
Donald Mundt
Sep 4, 2010
Racine – Donald H. Mundt, Sr., 84, passed away at Ridgewood Care Center on Saturday, September 4, 2010. Don was born in LeSueur, MN on January 11, 1926 to Otto and Elsie (nee, Gruetzmacher) Mundt. Don served in the U.S. Navy in the Pacific during WWII. Following the war, Don came to Racine in 1947 to visit his uncle George...
Marvin Kreuser
Sep 3, 2010
Marvin KreuserRacine- Marvin Kreuser, 71, passed away at Becker Shoop Center on Friday, September 3, 2010. He is survived by his brother Jerome and sister Gloria. Marvin will be remembered for being a brilliant Electrical Engineer and contributing much in his field. He applied these skills to his lifelong avocation and love of model railroading by building train controls, scenic...
Matthew Keefe
Sep 3, 2010
Matthew J. KeefeRacine- Matthew J. Keefe, 93, passed away on September 3, 2010 surrounded by his family. A man of honor and principle left this world to receive his heavenly reward and be reunited with his wife. Matt was born March 14, 1917 to the late Matthew E. and Loretta (Quinn) Keefe in Racine, WI. During his first year of...
Kip Sullivan
Aug 27, 2010
Racine – Kip W. Sullivan, 52, passed away at his home on Friday August 27, 2010. Kip was born in Racine on December 20, 1957 to William and Jean (nee, Herchen) Sullivan and has been a lifelong Caledonia resident. He married the former Leslie Graceffa in Riviera Maya, Mexico on April 25, 2008. Kip loved being a farmer and has...
Frank Hinkle
Aug 26, 2010
Racine – Frank William Hinkle. On August 26, 2010, our family said good-bye to a very important person in our lives. His illness was long; he left us too soon and he will live in our hearts forever. God will keep him safe now. Frank was born in Racine on December 29, 1941 to Henry and Louella (nee, Cody) Hinkle....
Hans Munch
Aug 16, 2010
Hans Ernest Munch"Ernie"Racine - Hans Ernest Munch, age 97, passed into peace with God's blessing to join his beloved wife Ruth (nee Fazen) in Heaven on Sunday, August 15, 2010. Ruth preceded his death in March, 1987.Ernie was born in Racine on November 13, 1912, son of Hans Silius and Anna Marie Munch, both Danish immigrants. Soon after, he became...
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