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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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Barry Bauman

Barry Bauman

Nov 26, 2010

Racine – Barry "Bones" Bauman, 60, passed away at Woodstock Health & Rehabilitation Center in Kenosha on Friday, November 26, 2010 after a nine month struggle with cancer. Bones was born in Racine on November 26, 1950 to Kenneth and Jean (nee, Barrows) Bauman. Survivors include his children, Reid Bauman, Blake Bauman and Nash Bauman; twin sister, Mary (Jay) Gatzke;...

Barbara Zagar

Barbara Zagar

Nov 20, 2010

Racine – Barbara J. (nee, Simon) Zagar, 71, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Saturday, November 20, 2010. Barb was born in Racine on May 7, 1939 to Byron Simon and Betty Burg. She married Theodore A. Zagar on August 18, 1956. He preceded her in death June 12, 2009. Family was first and foremost in Barb's life. She...

Gilbert Eickhorst

Gilbert Eickhorst

Nov 19, 2010

Gilbert H. EickhorstRacine- Gilbert H. Eickhorst, 80, passed away at Lincoln Village Convalescent Center on Friday, November 19, 2010.Gilbert was born in Racine on October 3, 1930 to Ernest and Minnie (nee: Grua) Eickhorst. He married Doris Klepel on February 9, 1952. Gilbert served in the United States Army from 1952-1954. He was employed as Vice President of Industrial Relations...

Augustus Mckinnie

Augustus Mckinnie

Nov 17, 2010

Racine- Augustus "Gus" G. McKinnie, 56, Passed into Eternal Life at Aurora Medical Hospital in Kenosha, WI, on Wednesday, November 17, 2010. He was born in the state of Massachusetts, on February 17, 1954 to the late Augustus (Mac) Mckinnie and Willie Mae (Honey) McKinnie. On September 22, 2001 he was united in marriage to the former Dionne (DeeDee) Thompkins...

Keith Zalewski

Keith Zalewski

Nov 17, 2010

Racine – Keith A. Zalewski, 61, passed away at his home on Wednesday, November 17, 2010. Keith was born in Milwaukee on October 31, 1949 to Willard and Shirley Mae (nee, Krayewske) Zalewski who preceded him in death. Keith is survived by his aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. In keeping with Keith's wishes, cremation has taken place.

Thomas Kruppstadt

Thomas Kruppstadt

Nov 4, 2010

Racine – Thomas E. Kruppstadt, 74, passed away at his home on Thursday, November 4, 2010. Tom was born in Racine on May 29, 1936 to Louis and Grace (nee, Lamberton) Kruppstadt. He served in the U.S. Marine Corp from 1956 until 1959. Tom married the former Sandra Bauer in West Bend, WI in 1962. For most of his life...

Sarah Blask

Sarah Blask

Nov 3, 2010

Sarah A. Blask(nee: Vytlacil)Racine- Sarah A. Blask, 26, was reunited with her precious daughter Susie on Wednesday, November 3, 2010.Our beloved Sarah Bear is survived by her parents; Gerald and Susan Vytlacil; brother, Dylan Vytlacil; sister, Kattie Vytlacil; grandparents; Dale and Shirley Betts and Raymond and Donna Vytlacil. She is also survived by other relatives and friends.Funeral services for Sarah...

Doris Manchester

Doris Manchester

Nov 2, 2010

Doris E. ManchesterRacine- Doris E. Manchester, 82, passed away at Ridgewood Care Center on Tuesday, November 2, 2010.Doris was born in Marquette, Michigan on August 1, 1928 to Jerry and Emma (nee: Furaitor) Westman. She married Rolby "R.D." Manchester on July 30, 1949 in Flint, MI. He preceded her in death. Doris was a seamstress working at Badger Uniform for...

Petronilla Kosch

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

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