Service Details
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, February 9, 2022, at 4:00 p.m.at the Draeger Langendorf Funeral Home. A visitation for Art will be held on Tuesday from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.
Memorial Suggestions
In lieu of flowers, memorial remembrances to The Racine Theater Guild, 2519 Northwestern Ave., Racine, WI., 53404 would be appreciated.
Arthur Thomas Dexter, age 69 of Caledonia, passed away on Monday, February 1, 2022, at his home.
He was born on August 4, 1952, in Union Grove, WI a son of the late Rennie and Dorothy (nee: Breheim) Dexter.
He married the love of his life, Jill K. Miller, on June 13, 1977. Sadly, she preceded him in death on August 10, 2020. Together, Art and Jill fostered over 60 children.
He retired from the WI Department of Corrections but had been employed for many years with Johnson Wax.
Art was extremely active with the Racine Theatre Guild for over 40 years.
Survivors include his three children, James, Anna, and Ellen: six grandchildren, Tinsley, Tyler, Gavin, Emily, Haley, and Dakota.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, February 9, 2022, at 4:00 p.m.at the Draeger Langendorf Funeral Home. A visitation for Art will be held on Tuesday from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial remembrances to The Racine Theater Guild, 2519 Northwestern Ave., Racine, WI., 53404 would be appreciated.
Ellen Dexter says
Thank you for raising me and giving me a good life dad. We may have butted heads occasionally but I was still always proud to call you my father.
Growing up in theatres watching you act on stage was my favorite part of childhood. Not to mention the bowling alley nights where you performed comedy sports skits. I wanted to be just like you, and was happy to be on stage with you a few times.
You were always so professional and I admired that. I’m truly going to miss you dad. And I hope you’re at peace and with mom.
Love your daughter, Ellen
Cheryl McDonald says
So sorry for the loss of your loved one. Keeping the family in my thoughts and prayers.
Chris McLennand says
I always enjoyed working with Art (and Jill) at the Theater Guild. I know he will be missed by all who knew him. My deepest sympathy.
Henry and Lynette Henriksen says
Sorry for the loss of your loved one.
Thoughts and prayers for the Family.
Gretchen says
Now you are back with Jill . Together again.. ❤️
Rose Bliss says
Jill and Art were both such kind, generous and loving people. We will miss always miss them . Praying for your families.
Diana Newman says
So sorry that Art and Jill left us so early. I have such fond memories of this lovely couple! They touched this world with their fun personalities and loving gift to foster so many children! They made wonderful parents and friends. Thanks for being my friend ❤️
Steve Voge says
another sad day for the class of ’70, Union Grove high. last time I saw Art was at the Racine Theater Guild while seeing a performance there. God watch over his family.