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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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William Mikulecky
Jun 10, 2010
Racine – William K. Mikulecky, 80, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Thursday, June 10, 2010. Bill was born in Racine on April 5, 1930 to Frank and Ruth (nee, Brunson) Mikulecky. He served in the U.S. Marine Corp where he was a Golden Glove's Boxing champion. Bill married the former Gloria A. Weber at St. Edwards Catholic...
Georgia Nuedling
Jun 8, 2010
Oak Creek – Georgia Nuedling, 87, passed away at her home on Tuesday, June 8, 2010. Services for Georgia will be held at the Kimissis Tis Theotokou Greek Orthodox Church, 1335 S. Green Bay Road, Racine, on Saturday, June 19, 2010 at 10 a.m. Interment will follow at West Lawn Memorial Park. Relatives and friends may meet with the family...
David Williamson
May 31, 2010
Kenosha – David G. Williamson, 74, passed away at Woodstock Heath & Rehabilitation Center on Monday, May 31, 2010. David was born in Racine on May 13, 1936 to Marshall and Mildred (nee, McQue) Williamson. David is survived by cousin, Donna (Marty) Defatte, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Dennis Williamson. A...
Gerald Horner
May 26, 2010
Gerald Lyle Horner, Jr."Scrappy" Franksville – Gerald Lyle Horner, Jr., "Scrappy", 49, became Heaven's Angel on Wednesday, May 26, 2010. (Unexpectedly) Gerald became God's Child in Racine on April 17, 1961 to Gerald L. and Mary (nee, Zawacki) Horner, Sr. Gerald was formerly employed by Professional Positioners: also owned several rental properties. Gerald loved playing both electric and acoustic guitars....
George Kral
May 24, 2010
George H. Kral, Jr.Racine- George H. Kral, Jr, 81, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare on Monday, May 24, 2010.George was born in Racine on April 18, 1929 to George H. and Caroline (nee: Christensen) Kral, Sr. He served in the United States Marines. George was employed for the Wisconsin Natural Gas Company for over 40 years. He married Mildred...
Roger Arildsen
May 15, 2010
Racine – Roger A. Arildsen, 79, passed away at his home on Saturday, May 15, 2010. Roger was born in Wadena, MN on September 7, 1930 to Harold J. and Vera (nee, Stephenson) Arildsen. Roger served as Captain of the Detroit Lakes, MN Police Department for ten years. He was also an electrician for over 25 years. Roger is survived...
George Sahagian
May 13, 2010
George Charles Sahagian, 84, passed away on Thursday, May 13, 2010. George was born on Sept. 25, 1925 to Alexander and Ann (Aghavni) Sahagian. A lifelong resident of Racine, Wisconsin, he graduated from Horlick High School and was a star running back for the Horlick Rebels and minor league teams, Racine Bees/Legion. He proudly served his country on the Robert...
Antoni Gryszkiewicz
May 8, 2010
Antoni GryszkiewiczRacine- Antoni Gryszkiewicz, 87, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare on Saturday, May 8, 2010.Antoni was born in Poland on August 13, 1922 to Jan and Kazimiera Gryszkiewicz. He married Genowefa "Jenny" Tylenda on May 3, 1952. She preceded him in death on August 20, 2007. Antoni worked as a Molder at Racine Steel Casting and also part time...
David Leimbach
May 3, 2010
David C. Leimbach"Dave"Racine- David C. Leimbach, 46, passed away at Froedtert Hospital on Monday, May 03, 2010.Dave was born in Racine on November 18, 1963 to Rodney M. and Sharon L. (nee: Fritzler) Leimbach. He has been a lifelong Racine Resident. Dave served in the US Army from 1982 until 1986. He enjoyed writing poetry and drawing. Dave was also...
Donald Tryber
May 3, 2010
Donald A. TryberRacine- Donald A. Tryber, 84, passed away at Wisconsin Veterans Home on Monday, May 03, 2010. Donald was born in Racine on May 16, 1925 to Thomas A. and Esther (nee: Braley) Tryber. He served in the United States Army during WWII. Donald married Verna Sell on July 10, 1944. She preceded him in death on April 13,...
Laverne Simonsen
Apr 29, 2010
LaVerne M. SimonsenRacine- LaVerne M. Simonsen, 79, passed away at her residence on Thursday, April 29, 2010.LaVerne was born in Racine on October 9, 1930 to LeRoy and Adeline (nee: Bukacek) Radtke. She married George H. Simonsen. He preceded her in death on May 24, 1989. Born and raised on a farm, LaVerne always had an appreciation for nature. Most...
Phyllis Vash
Apr 28, 2010
Phyllis Vash Racine – Phyllis Vash, 77, passed away at her home on Wednesday, April 28, 2010. Phyllis was born in Racine on September 20, 1932 to Francis T. and A. Pauline (nee, Marrier) Parenteau. She was delivered by her maternal grandmother Louise Marrier. Phyllis married Joseph R. Vash on April 29, 1950 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Racine....
Eugene Wulff
Apr 22, 2010
South Milwaukee- Eugene A. Wulff, 79, passed away at Willowcrest Care Center on Thursday, April 22, 2010.Eugene was born in New Holstein on December 30, 1930 to Eugene C. and Alma (nee: Schober) Wulff. He worked as a stockbroker. Eugene is survived by his children, Karen and David (Cory) Wulff; grandson, Luke Wulff and brother, Carl (Esther) Wulff. He is...
Sylvia Hansen
Apr 20, 2010
Sylvia Pat "Patty" HansenRacine- Sylvia Pat "Patty" Hansen, 76, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare on Tuesday, April 20, 2010.Patty was born in Racine on July 28, 1933 to Sylvio and Martha Jane (nee: Webster) Monfeli. She married William E. "Skip" Hansen on May 14, 1955. He preceded her in death on December 18, 2007. Patty worked in catering at...
Elise Milich
Apr 19, 2010
Racine – Elise (nee, Kohrs) Milich, 90, passed away at Becker-Shoop Center of Alzheimer's, on Monday, April 19, 2010. Elise was born in Dusseldorf, Germany on July 1, 1919 to Frederich and Katarina (nee, Steven) Kohrs. As a young girl growing up in Dusseldorf and Hanover, Elise was on a gymnastics team, swim team and sang in a choir. She...
Patricia Reshan
Apr 18, 2010
Racine – Patricia A. Reshan, 79, passed away at Harmony Commons on Sunday, April 18, 2010. Patricia was born in Racine on February 24, 1931 to Peter and Evelyn (nee: Lantz) Lund. She married Richard Reshan on May 16, 1952. He preceded her in death. She was a loving mother, wife, and grandmother. Patricia was a volunteer school tutor. She...
Carol Opine
Apr 17, 2010
Carol L. Opine Racine – Carol L. Opine, 73, passed away at her home on Saturday, April 17, 2010. Carol was born in Peoria, IL on May 9, 1936 to Wesley Park and Eva (nee, Chrisman) Park Lake. She married Neal R. Opine in Milwaukee on January 12, 1957. He preceded her in death in 1996. Carol was a member...
Arlen Flick
Apr 15, 2010
Arlen K. Flick Racine – Arlen K. Flick, 74, passed away at his home on Thursday, April 15, 2010. Arlie was born in Fairchild, WI on May 8, 1935 to Harold and Louise (nee, Olson) Flick. He married the former Colleen V. Hein on June 23, 1956. Arlie served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. He retired from...
Nazareth Chalekian
Apr 2, 2010
Nazareth Chalekian Racine – Nazareth "Naz" Chalekian, 79 passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints on Friday, April 2, 2010.Naz was born in Racine on April 1, 1931 to George and Kohar Chalekian. He was employed by Western Publishing Company for over 44 years, retiring in 1993 and was a member of the Twenty Year Club at Western. Naz was...
Mavis Bolts
Mar 31, 2010
Mavis E. Bolts Racine – Mavis E. Bolts, nee, Bacot, 88, passed away at her home on Wednesday, March 31, 2010. Mavis was born in Lansing, MI, daughter of George W. and Fredonia (nee, Lane) Bacot. She married Trueart V. Bolts on September 1, 1941. He preceded her in death on August 30, 1991. Mavis was employed by St. Luke's...
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