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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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Diane D. Margosian
Apr 21, 2026
Diane Damaris (nee Adsit) Margosian entered her heavenly home on April 21. Diane was born on February 18, 1936, to Gertrude Koehn and Harold Adist. She grew up on a farm in East Troy, Wisconsin, surrounded by a large extended family. She met her husband, George, at Whitewater. They married in 1957 and were together 63 years when he died...
Susan T. Eisenbart
Apr 20, 2026
Susan Theresa Capobianco Eisenbart September 7th, 1959-April 20th, 2026 Compassionate, Funny, Protector, Helper, Lover of people and animals, Fighter of injustices, Susan passed away in the early hours of April 20th after a long illness. Born in St. Claire Shores, MI to Jean Harmon Capobianco, Susan enjoyed a carefree childhood until her mother passed away suddenly when Susan was 8....
Anne M. Huber
Apr 20, 2026
Anne M. Huber, 79, passed away at her home on Monday, April 20, 2026. Anne was born in Germany on April 15, 1947, to Mathias and Therezija (Mosbrucker) Huber. She moved to Wind Lake as a young child and attended school in the Milwaukee area. She graduated with her bachelor’s degree from UW Parkside. Anne was employed at Wisconsin Gas...
Marion Gebelian
Apr 15, 2026
Marion Gebelian, 101, passed away at Ascension Spring Street on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Marion was born in Racine on April 13, 1925 to Artin and Akabe Jibilian (Gebelian). She graduated from Horlick High School. Marion began working for Western Printing after her graduation and worked there for over 48 years. She enjoyed bowling and trips to the casino. Marion...
Marcia R. Christofferson
Apr 14, 2026
Marcia R. Christofferson (nee Barbeau), 70, passed away peacefully at St. Luke’s Medical Center on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, surrounded by her family. Marcia was born on August 21, 1955, to Edmund and Madeline (nee Sufflon) Barbeau. She married Michael Christofferson in 1982, and together they built a life centered on love, family and shared memories. Marcia graduated from St....
David Alan Schafer
Apr 13, 2026
David Alan Schafer, lovingly known as “Dave,” passed away on April 13, 2026, in Racine, Wisconsin, at the age of 74. He was born on May 31, 1951. Dave was the devoted husband of Diane Schafer, marrying his forever bride on June 9, 1973. Together, they built a life rooted in enduring love—one that carried them through both good times...
Robin Luccasen
Apr 9, 2026
Robin Odell Luccasen,77 passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2026 at Lincoln Park Nursing and Rehabilitation. She was born in Racine on February 2, 1949 to the late Calvin R. and Betty Jane (nee: Cuthbertson) Luccasen. Robin was a 1967 graduate of Park High School. She loved traveling and taking cruises with her parents. Robin also enjoyed solving puzzles and...
Karl Friedrich
Apr 4, 2026
Karl Friedrich passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, April 4 at the age of 84. He is survived by his wife, Sandra, and their children: Karl Friedrich (Lisa Stupar), Elfrieda Jacobs (Michael), and Christina Guehlstorf. He was a loving grandpa to Karl, Tia, Tanner, Heather, Dylan, Mackenzie, Travis, Hannah, and Kelsey, each of whom brought him immense joy...
Dennis L. Ketzer
Apr 2, 2026
It is with sadness to announce that Dennis (Manny) L. Ketzer passed away peacefully with his partner by his side after years of suffering from multiple chronic health conditions on April 2, 2026 in his home at the age of 69. He was born to the late Walter and Gretel (Loebig) Ketzer in Racine. Dennis, the eldest of three boys...
Kari M. Nelson
Mar 25, 2026
Caledonia- Kari M. Nelson, 65, formerly of Greendale, passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2026. She was born on April 23, 1960 to Daniel and Kathleen (nee: Acker) Casey. Kari was a 1978 graduate of Greendale High School. On April 27, 1985, she married Dale Nelson. Together they raised three beautiful daughters on the family farm. Kari was a very...
Celeste L. Trentadue
Mar 24, 2026
Celeste L. Trentadue, 98, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. Celeste was born in Racine on January 11, 1928. She was a member of St. John Nepomuk Catholic Church, St. Mary’s Hospital Auxiliary and a Eucharist Minister. Celeste married Tony Trentatude on May 17, 1947, he preceded her in death in...
Geralyn Mae Wentorf
Mar 24, 2026
Geralyn Mae Wentorf, 98 passed away on Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at St. Monica’s Assisted Living. Born in Holdrege, Nebraska on July 10, 1927 to the late Harold V. and Belva Mae (nee: Anderson) Erickson; the family later moved to Milwaukee, WI, when Gerry was 10 or 11. Gerry earned her bachelor of science degree from The Stout Institute (now...
Daniel Clarence Derosier
Mar 23, 2026
Daniel C. Derosier, 68 passed away on Monday, March 23, 2026 at his residence. Dan was born in Milwaukee on February 7, 1958 to the late Clarence and Eraine (nee, Longtin) Derosier. He graduated from South Milwaukee High School in 1976. Dan served in the U.S. Army, 82nd Airborne. He retired from the U.S. Postal Service after many years as...
Nancy L. Alexander
Mar 21, 2026
Nancy L. Alexander, 84 passed away on Saturday, March 21, 2026 at Ridgewood Care Center. She was born in Iowa on April 8, 1941 to the late Roy and Nell (nee: Rouse) Vogel. On August 11, 1962 she married William Alexander. Sadly, he preceded her in death on December 28, 2011. Nancy was employed as bank teller. She had an...
Patrice M. Zarnoth
Mar 18, 2026
Patrice M. “Patty” Zarnoth-Koval, 70, passed away at her home with her loved ones by her side. Patty was born in Milwaukee on November 2, 1955, to Edgar A. and Audrey (nee: Gaylor) Zarnoth. She was employed at Briggs and Stratton from the age of eighteen until she retired. Patty was a very independent strong-willed woman with a huge heart....
Paula K Kressig
Mar 14, 2026
Paula Kay Kressig, age 69 of Racine, Wisconsin passed away peacefully at her residence on Saturday, March 14, 2026 surrounded by her family. Paula was born on September 15, 1956 in Charles City, Iowa, the daughter of Ronald and Bernadine (nee: Kilby) Beasley. She graduated from J.I. Case High School in 1975. She married Randy Kressig on November 29, 1997....
John R. Urick
Mar 13, 2026
John R. Urick,(“Johnny U”), 66, passed away at Froedtert Hospital in Wauwatosa, WI on Friday, March 13, 2026. John was born in Racine, WI on September 21, 1959, to Richard and Nancy (nee: Smollen) Urick. He graduated from Horlick HS. He married his sweetheart, Beth Ross (“Betsy” to him), on July 17, 1982. John was a jack of all trades...
Mike Lemut
Mar 13, 2026
Mike R. Lemut of Caledonia passed away at Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center on March 13, 2026. A celebration of Mike's Life will be held at a later date.
Robert H. Rice
Mar 12, 2026
Robert H. “Bob” Rice, 80, passed away on March 12, 2026, at Aurora Medical Center-Mount Pleasant with family at his side. Bob was born on January 6, 1946, in Racine to Fred and Margaret (nee: Pergande) Rice. He graduated from Wm. Horlick High School, and his employment included working at Massey Ferguson, Lenin and Hedley Home Care. In 1992 Bob...
Robert Theodore Hart Sr.
Mar 11, 2026
Captain Robert Theodore “Ted” Hart, Sr. passed away at St. Vincent’s Hospital on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. He was 81 years old. Ted was born in Livonia, MI on December 9, 1944 to Robert (“Bob”) and Emily (nee: Ash) Hart. In 1974 he married Alice Rita Gilman. Ted was a graduate of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (BS, ‘66) and Michigan State...
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