Obituaries

Mar 27, 2026

Ellsworth Wayne Steinbach, age 89, passed away peacefully on March 27, 2026. He was born on June 9, 1936, in Hayfield, Minnesota, to Merton Steinbach and Anna (née Plagge) Steinbach.

In 1958, Ellsworth married the love of his life, Margret (née Koenig), in Minnesota. Together they shared 67 years of love, partnership, and devotion, raising their beloved...

Mar 26, 2026

RACINE – Mrs. Shirley D. Simon, 79, passed away at Ascension All Saints on Thursday, March 26, 2026.

She was born in Kenosha on August 7, 1946, the daughter of the late Glen and Genevieve (nee Dzibinski) Sapp.

Shirley married Gerald P. Simon on March 17, 1982.

She worked as a machine operator...

Mar 21, 2026

James Douglas Poulsen, 84, passed away peacefully Saturday, March 21, 2026 at St. Monica's Senior Living, Racine, WI.

He was born in Racine on February 10, 1942.  Jim was an outstanding athlete and had a significant impact at St. Catherine's High School.  In basketball he earned All-Conference, All-City and in 1960 was selected to the National All-Tournament...

Mar 21, 2026

Vicki Tippet-Baker, 67, of Somers, Wisconsin, passed away unexpectedly on March 21st, 2026, just days before her 68th birthday.

Born on March 30th, 1958, Vicki lived a life centered around love, family, and simple joys. On June 11th, 1983, she married the love of her life, Tab Baker, beginning a partnership that spanned more than four decades...

Mar 21, 2026

Jacquelynn "Jackie" Pfeilstifter, age 87, passed away at Brookside Care Center on Saturday, March 21, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Reedsburg, WI, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Lucille (Lange) Kunz.

She graduated from Baraboo High School in 1957 and then received her degree as a Registered Nurse from St Lukes...

Mar 20, 2026

Annie Belle Dunn, age 74, of Racine, WI passed away on Friday, March 20, 2026.

Annie was born to Willie R. Dunn, Sr. and Christine Mitchell-Petty on March 20, 1952 in Decatur, GA. Annie moved to Evanston, IL where she lived for quite a few years to be closer to her family. She then moved to Racine,...

Mar 20, 2026

Ray Alan Zabrowski, age 74, passed away peacefully on March 20, 2026, at his home at The Dayton Care Center following a courageous battle with lung cancer.

Ray was born on April 17, 1951, to the late Raymond Lewis and Edith (nee: Dutton) Zabrowski. A lifelong resident of the area, Ray spent his formative years in the...

Mar 18, 2026

RACINE – With love and gratitude for his life, we share that Bernard A. Kerns , 79, passed away at the Veterans Home – Boland Hall, Union Grove, on Wednesday, March 18, 2026.

Bernie was born in Milwaukee on August 6, 1946, and was the beloved son of the late Eugene and Muriel (née Berman) Kerns ....

Mar 18, 2026

Loren Bernard Drissel, 86, of Mount Pleasant, WI, passed away peacefully in his sleep early on Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at Lincoln Park Nursing Home.

He was born in Kenosha, WI, on June 16, 1939, the son of the late Bernard and Bernice (nee: Stollenwerk) Drissel.  Loren was born the second of five children.  He attended St....

Mar 18, 2026

Maedelle Charlotte (nee: Boris) Erickson, affectionately known as "Mitzi" her entire life, age 82, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home, surrounded with the love of her family, on Wednesday, March 18, 2026.

One of 13 children, Mitzi was born in Marshfield, WI on January 11, 1944 to the late Peter and Delores (nee: Zettler)...

Mar 17, 2026

Gary W. Hendrickson, age 84, of Sturtevant, Wisconsin, passed away on March 17, 2026.  He was born in 1943 in Erie, Pennsylvania, to William and Helen Hendrickson.

Gary will be remembered for his dedication to family and friends, his sharp mind, and his love of sailing and music.  Preceded in death by his immediate family, Gary is...

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...