Service Details
His Celebration of Life was held privately for his family. An additional celebration, for those wishing to attend, will be held later next year at a time and place to be announced.
Memorial Suggestions
Memorials can be directed to St. Catherine High School, 1200 Park Ave. Racine, WI 53403.
Joseph T. Clazmer, 64, passed away peacefully at Ascension-All Saints on Friday, November 21, 2025, surrounded by his sisters. He was born in Racine, on July 13, 1961, the son of the late Thomas and Dolores (nee: Anderson) Clazmer.
Joe was a graduate of St. Catherine High School, Class of ’79. He received his bachelor’s degree from Carthage College and went on to receive his masters degree. Joe taught math in the Racine school systems for over 25 years. He was an avid sports fan, following all the St. Catherine’s teams, the Wisconsin Badgers, the Green Bay Packers, the Milwaukee Brewers, the Milwaukee Bucks, and the Chicago Cubs. He thoroughly enjoyed tailgating with family and friends at any stadium he could find. Joe lived his life to the fullest.
Surviving are his four sisters, Diane (Peter) Putra, Jacque (John) Dresen, Suzi (Bill) Coe, and Judi (Jeff) Szczerba; nieces and nephews, Stephanie Dresen, Jared Coe, Brian Coe, and Grace Szczerba; his uncle, Perry Paragamian; many cousins and friends. In addition to his parents, Joe was preceded in death by his grandparents, Harry and Stella Clazmer, and David and Collette Anderson; his niece, Becca Szczerba, along with numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Love & Friendship, Pam Hargrove says
Ladies, I am so sorry to read about Joe’s passing. My heart goes out to each of you. He is with your parents which is calming but your hearts have had a lot to bare. May God bless you as you navigate these losses. God’s Peace!
Debbi Prudhom says
Oh Judi, I am so sorry to hear of this. It breaks my heart. I will continue to pray for you and your family. Let me know if you need anything I can do. Feel free to call if you just want to talk. DM me and I’ll give you the number. Please take care of yourself. God bless 🙏💕
Phyllis Orlowski Johnson says
Please accept my heartfelt sympathies. I am so sorry that you have gone through this and in such a short time. I was class of 1980.
Matt Meltzer says
Really sad to see this!
I had the pleasure of getting Claz as a home room (step room) teacher my freshmen year at St. Cat’s, in his final year there.
That eventually grew into a friendship after my high school years, not only with many memories at Ricky’s, but when I also opened my own bar in Racine, which is now The Boiler Room.
We always shared so many laughs when we’d see eachother.
And many libations. 😂
I know they have bottomless Caramel Buns and Little Debbie Honey Buns in Heaven for you.
It made me so hungry, and, quite frankly, jealous every morning seeing you enjoy those.
RIP to a legend and one of the GOAT’s of teachers.
Cheers to you, Claz!!!
You really are a legend!!!
Nolden Family says
Claz was my math teacher at St Cats and was sure gifted. My prayers are with you and your family
Judy Kramer Polkky says
Jacque, Diane, Suzi, and Judi, I am so sorry to hear about your brother Joe’s passing. My deepest condolances to you all. Prayers for God to comfort you abundantly, especially after just having gone through the loss of both of your parents.
Marie Rupopert says
My deepest sympathy to Diane, Jacque, Suzi, & Judi & their families for the loss of their brother Joe. I will remember Joe in my prayers.
Pat Carbonneau says
The warmth, love, and unity of your family is legendary! May God give you all peace.
Colleen Widmar says
I am so sad to hear the loss of your brother Joe. Your family has experienced too many losses. Please remember the Widmar family is praying for you during this difficult time.