Racine – Joyce Elaine (nee: Mathieus) Kucharski, age 66, passed away unexpectedly at Ascension All Saints Emergency Room on Tuesday, September 7, 2021.

Joyce was born in Racine on July 8, 1955 to the late Kenneth and Elaine (nee:Matthews) Mathieus. She was a proud Panther at Washington Park High School. In April of 1996, she was united in marriage with Michael J. Kucharski. Her main vocation in life was a loving homemaker, but she did work for Burger King, McDonald's and FastPac – just to name a few. Among her interests, Joyce enjoyed knitting, crochet and needlepoint.

Surviving are her husband, Michael Kucharski; children, Jessica & Jason Waydick, Anthony Kucharski; grandchildren, Joshua, Kayden, Kinzley, Alyssa & Hannah; brothers, Harold and Jeff; Michael's parents, James & Nancy Kucharski.

Her son Eric & sister Barbara preceded her in death.

In accordance with Joyce's wishes, a small family gathering will be held to celebrate her life.