My loving and devoted wife died tragically, along with her cherished Scotties in a house fire on Sunday morning, March 25, 2018.

Rae-Ellen was born in Kenosha on November 13, 1952, daughter of the late Willford and Charlotte (nee: Racine) Kubarth. The family moved to Racine in the 1960's, where Rae attended Starbuck and Case High School, graduating in 1970.

With the exception of a stint at Turnstyle Dept. Store, her working life revolved around the medical field in which she served as a Nurses Aid and then a Surgical Secretary, working at St. Lukes Hospital, St. Catherine's Hospital, and Highland Park Hospital. Rae had a lot of empathy and compassion for people in need, and it served her well in this field. Rae was also well known for her love for animals, namely dogs, of which we shared the company of numerous breeds our entire married life-Scottish Terriers were her favorites (lastly owning a family of three).

In 1978 Rae was united in marriage to Paul Mahnke, and together they enjoyed their passion for fishing, going to flea markets, and auctions, and sampling various foods (Rae was a very good cook) and loved to share her culinary adventures with other people. Rae is further survived by her brothers David Kubarth of Racine, and Michael (Stephanie) Kubarth of Paris; mother-in-law Delores Mahnke; and an extended family of relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death by her aunt Arlene Butterworth; cousin John Butterworth; and her grandparents, of which Gramma Nell held a special place in her heart.

At this time a private ceremony will be held, and a celebration of Rae's life will be held at a later date.

My wife suffered from the disabling effects of diabetes for many years and now I feel is at peace. Donations can be made in Rae's name to the Humane Society or a Diabetes Charity.