Obituaries

Mar 17, 2026

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Robert Matthew Hesse Jr., a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, who departed this world peacefully on March 17, 2026, at the age of 73. Born on January 15, 1953, in Chicago, Illinois, Robert thrived in the vibrant atmosphere of the Midwest, eventually finding his home in Racine, Wisconsin, where he nurtured...

Mar 16, 2026

MILWAUKEE – Raphael Earl Jones, 63, passed away at Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee on March 16, 2026.

Raphael E. Jones, 63, was born in Racine, WI to John Earl & Betty Dean (Rockett) Jones on March 10, 1963.  He passed away at Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee on Monday, March 16, 2026.

Raphael received his education...

Mar 16, 2026

Elizabeth Ann Visor, 89, of Racine, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on March 16, 2026. She was born on December 20, 1936, in Tupelo, Mississippi, to the late JQ Hill and Leola Hill. She spent her early years in Muskegon, Michigan, before making Racine her lifelong home. She was a dedicated and hardworking woman who spent many years as a...

Mar 16, 2026

John Hartman, age 34, of Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin, passed away on March 16, 2026. Born on September 12,1991, John lived a life defined by love, laughter, and the people closest to him. Above all else, John dedicated his life to making his fiancé, Kristie Krogman, happy. Their life together was filled with humor, adventure, and a deep love that...

Mar 16, 2026

Therese "Terri" Adele (Gerard) Waselchuk, age 73 of Racine, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on March 16, 2026.

Born on October 17, 1952 in Green Bay, Wisconsin, she was the beloved daughter of Donald and Laverne (Ruben) Gerard. The youngest of the four siblings, Terri grew up in Green Bay. She graduated from high school in 1970 from...

Mar 16, 2026

Jane Marie Scheller, 98, of Racine, passed away at St. Monica's Senior Living on Monday, March 16, 2026. She was born in Racine on October 27, 1927, the daughter of the late James C. and Marie C. (nee: Poulson) Jensen.

Jane was a graduate of Washington Park High School. On March 5, 1983, here in Racine she...

Mar 15, 2026

Elizabeth "Lisa" Ann Petersen, 61, passed away on March 15, 2026. Lisa was born on September 30, 1964, in Racine, Wisconsin, to Leroy Petersen and Mary Alice (Nyboe) Petersen. She grew up in Racine and graduated from Case High School.

Much of Lisa's life was spent caring for others through her work in healthcare in both Wisconsin...

Mar 15, 2026

RACINE – Mr. Walter "Wally" Hermann, 87, passed away at Ascension All Saints on March 15, 2026.

Wally was born in Kenosha on January 14, 1939, the son of the late Walter and Louise (nee Heinrich) Hermann.

He graduated from UW-Milwaukee with a bachelor's in industrial operations management.  He also proudly served his nation with...

Mar 15, 2026

Mary Ghani (Goss) 74 of Racine, Wisconsin passed away peacefully on March 15, 2026.  She was born on March 29, 1951 in Minter City, Mississippi to William and Winnie Goss.  She was 1 of 8 children.  She relocated to Racine, WI in the mid 60's and was educated in the Racine Public Schools.

Mary will be fondly...

Mar 14, 2026

Cora "Dolly" Rolain, age 91, passed away peacefully at her home in Sturtevant on Saturday evening, March 14, 2026.

Cora was born in Chicago, Illinois on December 6, 1934 to the late Emmett and Cecile (nee: Long) Dorion. As a baby, she was so petite that her family placed her in a small cozy shoe box next...

Mar 13, 2026

RACINE – Robert K. Leech, 64, passed away at Ascension All Saints on Friday, March 13, 2026.

He was born in Kenosha on June 5, 1961, the son of Bobby and Yvonne (nee Schroedel) Leech.

Robert touched the lives of everyone who had the honor of knowing him.  His selflessness, compassion and generous spirit will...

Mar 13, 2026

Our Caidyn "Monka", age 13, was born into eternal life on Friday, March 13, 2026.  He was the first born to Brandyn Drew O'Haver and Talina Janelle Caldwell on September 16, 2012 in Racine.

Caidyn was handsome, gentle, kind, easy going, athletic, and just plain wanted to make you laugh.  He was in the 7th grade at...

Mar 12, 2026

Dwayne Gustav Olsen was born July 24, 1934, in Estherville, IA, son of Gustav and Zelma (Wetzbarger) Olsen and passed on March 12, 2026 in Prior Lake, MN, where he and his wife, Myrna, lived since 2019 at McKenna Crossing.  He graduated from Estherville High School (1952), Estherville Junior College (1954), Augustana College (BA), Sioux Falls, SD (1956), Northern...

Mar 11, 2026

Curt Lawrence Meltzer, age 77, passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully March 11, 2026, at home, in his favorite recliner.

Curt was born in Racine WI on October 14, 1948, in Racine WI,  the 3rd son to the late Rudolph and Florence Meltzer. He graduated from Park High School, and during those years, he met the love of...

Mar 10, 2026

Shauna Lynn Stilo sadly passed away on March 10, 2026, at the age of 48.  Shauna was born April 26, 1977, in Racine, Wi where she lived all of her life.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Annette Stilo, father, Avery Stewart (ReRun), brothers, Anthony (Tony) Nelson and Robert (Doobie) Nelson Jr.; and grandson, Akai....

Mar 10, 2026

William Chapin Myers, age 78, passed away at Ascension All Saints Hospital on Tuesday, March 10, 2026.

William was born in South Milwaukee, WI on September 19, 1947 to William Joseph Chapin and Doris (nee: Bowsher) Chapin. Sadly, his dad died shortly after. When he turned 5, Doris married Samuel Myers. Sam became Bill's dad and was...

Mar 10, 2026

RACINE – Trent A. Harper, 18, died unexpectedly on March 10, 2026.

Trent Anthony Harper was born to LaToya Marie James and Titus Anthony Harper Jr. on July 31, 2007, in Racine, Wisconsin. Trent grew up in Racine and attended REAL School before graduating from Horlick High School with the Class of 2025.

He loved...

Mar 9, 2026

William "Bill" Franklin Roberts, age 48, of Racine, passed away on March 9, 2026. He was born on August 1 st , 1977 in Racine, Wisconsin, to Franklin Donald Roberts and Rose Marie Roberts (Poritz).

Bill earned his high school diploma from Case High School. After finishing school, Bill dedicated more than 30 years of hard work...

Mar 9, 2026

Ronald Glen Cramer, age 84, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded with the love of family, on March 9, 2026 after fighting a 4-year battle with pancreatic cancer. Ron was a true warrior….as he was given only 3-months to live in 2022.

Ron was born in Warren, Ohio and lived his early life in Newton Falls, OH….graduating...

Mar 9, 2026

Lillie Mae Mitchell, also known as "Candy Girl", age 90, of Kenosha, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 9, 2026. Born in Shelby, Mississippi, on January 1, 1936, she was the daughter of the late Alee and Cora Lee (nee: Buckner) Glass. She later moved to Kenosha, Wisconsin, where she met and married the love of her life, Handy...