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Recent Obituaries in Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin

Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the Mount Pleasant, WI area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.

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Kairo Allen Davis - Heath

Kairo Allen Davis - Heath

Jan 16, 2022

Racine, WI. – Kairo Allen Davis – Heath, 8 months old, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, January 16, 2022 at Children's Hospital of Wisconsin in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin.  During his short 8 months here on earth he touched many lives and was loved deeply by family and friends.

The family decided to hold a private service for Kairo....

Vanessa Kay Williams

Vanessa Kay Williams

Jan 16, 2022

On Sunday, January 16, 2022, at Ascension Hospital in Racine, WI, God graciously allowed Sister Vanessa K. Williams, age sixty-two, to make her transition to eternal life.

Vanessa K. (nee:Rodgers) Williams was born in Akron, OH to the late William L. Rogers and Harriet A. (nee: Morris) Rogers on November 24, 1959.  She was one born among...

Cora Ann Brommer

Cora Ann Brommer

Jan 15, 2022

Racine – Cora Ann (nee: Steinke) Brommer, age 91, passed away at The Pillars at Crystal Bay Assisted Living on Saturday, January 15, 2022.

Cora was born in Gilmanton, WI on August 28, 1930 to the late Ernest and Josephine (nee: Kneseley) Steinke. On December 15, 1951, she was united in marriage with the love of her...

Christopher James Jaimez

Christopher James Jaimez

Jan 14, 2022

Sturtevant – Christopher James Jaimez, age 51, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, January 14, 2022.

Chris was born in Sycamore, IL on December 29, 1970 to Alice Jaimez. A graduate of William Horlick High School, he was currently employed with the JI Case Corp. Among his interests, Chris enjoyed fishing, grilling, campfires and the Green Bay Packers....

Blanche Lee Mayes

Blanche Lee Mayes

Jan 14, 2022

Racine, WI – Blanche Lee (nee: Brown) Mayes, affectionately known as "Noonie" was born October 12, 1956, to the late Bessie Mae Brown and Albert Cotton in Anguilla, Mississippi.

Blanche confessed Christ at an early age at True Light M.B. Church in Anguilla, Mississippi. After moving to Racine, WI in the early 1980s, she was a long...

Maxmilliam "Max" Gutierrez, Jr.

Maxmilliam "Max" Gutierrez, Jr.

Jan 13, 2022

RACINE – Maxmilliam "Max" Gutierrez, Jr., 78, passed away at Ascension All Saints on Thursday, January 13, 2022.

He was born in Kenosha on August 28, 1943, the son of the late Maxmilliam and Guadalupe (nee Sabala) Gutierrez.

Max loved listening and dancing to country and Mexican music.  He also enjoyed playing cards, especially cribbage. ...

Christine R. Anderson

Christine R. Anderson

Jan 13, 2022

Somers – Christine's world came to an end January 13, 2022 due to COVID.  Christine Rosalie Anderson was born to Otto and Dorthea (Merz) Kruck on May 9 th , 1924.  She was preceded in death by her husband Edwin Anderson, her parents, her sister Dorothy Wendt, and niece Christine Shouse.  Her survivors include her sister Jane Ingersoll, her...

Thelma J. Wiggins

Thelma J. Wiggins

Jan 12, 2022

Thelma J. Wiggins, 62, Madison, formerly of Racine, completed her earthly Journey on Wednesday, January 12, 2022. She was born in Racine on November 1, 1959, the daughter of the late Nathaniel Smith and Barbara (nee: McGee) Freeman.

Thelma was a graduate of J.I. Case High School, Class of 1976. She received her Certified Nursing Assistant degree...

Eric Garth Beckman

Eric Garth Beckman

Jan 11, 2022

Kenosha – Eric Garth Beckman, age 57, passed away unexpectedly, yet peacefully in his sleep, on Tuesday, January 11, 2022.

Eric was born in Kent, WA on November 14, 1964 to Marvin and Sharon (nee: Berg) Beckman. He was a 1983 graduate of West Chicago Community High School. On July 8, 1989 on Prince Edward Island, Canada,...

Gwendolyn Marie Kojis

Gwendolyn Marie Kojis

Jan 11, 2022

Racine – Gwendolyn (Gwen) Marie Kojis, 63 passed away on January 11, 2022, at Ascension All Saints Hospital.

She was born in Racine, WI on June 15, 1958, to George John Kojis and Ida Mae (nee: Eccles) Trones.

Gwen was an avid Vikings fan win or lose and enjoyed trash talking back and forth with...

Otis Wray Jr.

Otis Wray Jr.

Jan 10, 2022

Milwaukee, WI (former resident of Racine, WI.) – Otis Wray Jr. was born in Racine, Wisconsin on September 13, 1952, to the parents of Helen (nee: Brown)Wray and Otis Wray Sr. Otis passed away unexpectedly on January 10, 2022, at Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Otis was a faithful member of Wayman African...

Arthur "Boe" Lee Bester

Arthur "Boe" Lee Bester

Jan 10, 2022

Arthur Bester; 76, peacefully passed away on January 10, 2022 at Ascension All Saints in Racine, WI.

Arthur "Boe" Lee Bester was born October 18, 1945 in Rose Hill, MS.  He was the oldest of three children born to the late Reverend Fisher Junior and Mittie Lee Bradley-Bester. "Boe", as he was affectionately called by his family...

Edward Leo Paniak

Edward Leo Paniak

Jan 10, 2022

Edward Leo Paniak, age 89, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, January 10, 2022, in Brooksville, FL.

He was born in Chicago "Back of the Yards", IL on September 1, 1932. He was St. Joseph Catholic Church Class of 1950 and Graduated with a BA in Accounting from the University of Illinois.

He is...

Nickey R. Nichols

Nickey R. Nichols

Jan 9, 2022

Racine- Nickey R. Nichols, 80 passed away peacefully on January 3, 2022 in his home.

He was born in Mauston, WI on December 11, 1941 to the late Lloyd and Evelyn (nee: Langer) Nichols.

Following high school, Nick proudly served in the U.S. Army until his honorable discharge in 1962.

In July of...

Willie L. Waldrop

Willie L. Waldrop

Jan 8, 2022

Willie L. Waldrop was born to Moses Waldrop and Panzy Foots on November 22, 1933. Willie Waldrop departed us on January 8, 2022. He was united in marriage to Mae L (Taylor) Waldrop, August 3, 1960. He retired from Saint go Bain in 1999. He served in the Armed Forces and was honorably discharged. Willie will forever be remembered...

Robert Sr. Leon Hicks

Robert Sr. Leon Hicks

Jan 8, 2022

Racine, WI – Robert Leon Hicks Sr., age 88, passed away Saturday, January 8, 2022, at Ascension All Saints in Racine, Wisconsin.  He was born in Maury City, Tennessee on February 28, 1933, to the late Leroy and Florence (nee: Koonce) Hicks.

On November 28, 1953, Robert married the love of his life, Lula M. Thurmond and...

Earl I. Nelson

Earl I. Nelson

Jan 7, 2022

Earl was born in Racine, WI, on August 22, 1925, the son of Anna Marie (nee Bendixon) and Nels J Nelson.  Earl attended schools in Racine and Shorewood, graduating from high school from Shorewood High School, Class of 1943 .   While attending Dana College in Blair, NE, Earl met his first wife, Doris Johnson of Moorhead, IA.   They were...

Alfreda Grays

Alfreda Grays

Jan 7, 2022

Alfreda Grays was born May 23, 1952 to the union of Margret and Edgar Scott in Tupelo, MS.  She received her formal education at Park High School in Racine Wisconsin.

Alfreda accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior at a young age. She was united in Holy Matrimony with Henry Lee Grays senior in Racine Wisconsin. Their...

Carla L. Smith

Carla L. Smith

Jan 6, 2022

Carla L. Smith, 77, passed away at Froedtert Hospital-Wauwatosa on Thursday, January 6, 2022. She was born in Kenosha on February 21, 1944, the daughter of the late Lester J. and Lucille M. (nee: Wyman) Wells.

Carla graduated from Mary D. Bradford High School and later, Carthage College. On August 12, 1967, in Grace Church, Kenosha, she...

Kathleen Ann Turner

Kathleen Ann Turner

Jan 6, 2022

Kathleen A. Turner earned her angelic wings on Thursday, January 6, 2022. She was bon on May 24, 1953 the daughter of the late Raymond and Lucille (nee: Cottonaro) Brown Sr.

Kathleen had been employed by Pick N Save. She enjoyed sewing, walking her dog, Gizmo, and spending time with family and friends,

Surviving are...

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