Obituaries

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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Joy M. Thompson

Joy M. Thompson

Jul 13, 2021

Joy M. Thompson, 79, passed away at her residence on Tuesday, July 13, 2021. She was born in Racine on June 23, 1942, the daughter of the late Bernard and Minnie (nee: Graber) Hartl.

Joy graduated from Washington Park High School in 1960, and then worked at SC Johnson until she was married. Once married she was...

Daniel Edwin Nyquist

Daniel Edwin Nyquist

Jul 12, 2021

PLEASANT PRAIRIE – Dan, E. Nyquist, 57, passed away unexpectedly at Froedtert South, Pleasant Prairie Campus on Monday, July 12, 2021.

He was born in Waukegan on January 11, 1964, the son of the late Clyde and Norma (nee Harju) Nyquist.

Although together since 2004, Dan married the love of his life, Chante L. Eisel...

R. Evelyn Jensen

R. Evelyn Jensen

Jul 12, 2021

A wife, mother and friend passed away on July 12, 2021. She was surrounded by her loved ones who will continue to honor her legacy by living their lives to the fullest. Evelyn lived her childhood years in Racine, WI and was proud of her Danish heritage. She moved to California at 18 and served in the United States...

William "Bill" Elwood

William "Bill" Elwood

Jul 11, 2021

William "Bill" Elwood, 96, passed peacefully surrounded by family on July 11, 2021.

He was a proud Navy veteran, having served 22 years including tours of duty during World War II and the Korean War.  He was stationed aboard the USS Missouri during the Korean War and later became a lifetime member of the USS Missouri Association. ...

Irma Jean King

Irma Jean King

Jul 10, 2021

Racine, WI –  Irma Jean (nee: Reed) King was born in Natchez, Mississippi on March 9, 1957 to Luella (nee: Johnson) and Clifton Reed. She graduated from Washington Park High School in Racine, Wisconsin and she went on to earn her degree in Social Work from University of Wisconsin – River Falls. She was united in marriage to Danny...

Jacqueline F. Brown (Nee: Anderson)

Jacqueline F. Brown (Nee: Anderson)

Jul 10, 2021

Jacqueline Fredoria Anderson was born on April 24, 1950, in Shelbyville, TN, to the late Theodore Ralph Anderson and Annie Christine (Howard) Anderson and passed away peacefully on July 10, 2021, at St. Catherine's Hospital in Pleasant Prairie, WI.

At an early age, she and her family moved to Chicago, Il. Jackie graduated from Cooley High in...

Joseph "Joe" Adam Mckellips

Joseph "Joe" Adam Mckellips

Jul 9, 2021

Racine – Joseph Adam McKellips, age 25, passed away unexpectedly, yet peacefully in his sleep, on Friday, July 9, 2021.

Joseph was born in Racine on March 1, 1996 and attended JI Case High School. He was employed with several local companies, as a CNC operator. With a brilliant mind and free-spirt, Joe could often be found...

Lee T. Hathaway

Lee T. Hathaway

Jul 8, 2021

Lee T. Hathaway, age 32 of Racine, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 8, 2021. Lee was born in Racine on July 6, 1989, the son of Jason P. and Karen C. (nee: Mazek) Hathaway. At the time of his death, he was employed with Doheny's in Pleasant Prairie.

Survivors include his dad, Jason Hathaway; his two...

Alan James Andersen

Alan James Andersen

Jul 8, 2021

RACINE – Mr. Alan James Andersen, 69, passed away at Select Specialty – St. Francis Hospital in Milwaukee on July 8, 2021.

A lifelong resident of Racine, Alan was born on February 14, 1952, the son of the late Anders and Doris (nee Amburt, Martin) Andersen.

Alan worked as a tax preparer for Michael Cuccia...

Karen Ann Ritter

Karen Ann Ritter

Jul 7, 2021

Mt. Pleasant – Karen Ann (nee: Bouchard) Ritter, age 83, passed away peacefully at Woodlands Creek Senior Living in Clive, Iowa on Wednesday, July 7, 2021. Daughter to Edward and Kay (nee: Malady) Bouchard, Karen was born in Milwaukee, WI on August 19, 1937. A graduate of Aquinas High School in LaCrosse, she went on to earn her Registered...

Mary J. Leipzig

Mary J. Leipzig

Jul 6, 2021

Mary J. Leipzig passed away peacefully in Tarpon Springs, Florida on Tuesday, July 6, 2021 after enjoying 94 years, 6 months and 30 days here on earth. Now we can rejoice in her happiness in heaven.

Mary was born on December 7, 1926, in Kenosha, Wisconsin, the daughter of Joseph and Katherine (Gajdos) Krman.  She was a...

Jeanette V. Klappauf

Jeanette V. Klappauf

Jul 5, 2021

MOUNT PLEASANT – Mrs. Jeanette V. Klappauf, 91, passed away peacefully at her residence on Monday, July 5, 2021.

She was born at home in the Township of Gardner in Door County on October 7, 1929, the daughter of the late George and Vera (nee Vogel) Franda and grew up on their family farm.  On April 25,...

Richard H. Svendsen, Sr.

Richard H. Svendsen, Sr.

Jul 4, 2021

So……my Dad passed away quietly this morning, peacefully in his sleep. Thankfully, Trina and I got to see him a couple weeks ago and actually have him recognize we were there to see him. I think that was good for both of us. He knew that we travelled up to see him and I got to have some sort...

Phyllis F. Zelenski

Phyllis F. Zelenski

Jul 4, 2021

RACINE – Phyllis F. Zelenski, 73, passed away in Agrace Hospice in Fitchburg on Sunday, July 4, 2021 from complications caused by Merkel cell carcinoma.

She was born in Cleveland, WI on November 5, 1947, the daughter of the late Dr. Arnold and Lucille (nee Krier) Feider.  She moved to Racine to attend Dominican College.  That is...

Gayit Z. Tenort-Franklin

Gayit Z. Tenort-Franklin

Jul 2, 2021

Life Reflections Gayit Zishita Tenort-Franklin, age 41, was called to her Heavenly Home with her family by her side on Friday July 2, 2021. She was born May 12, 1980, to Ernest Tenort and Garnett Betts in Racine, Wisconsin. She confessed her love to Christ at a young age and blossomed over the years. She expressed her love for...

Carol A. Laughlin

Carol A. Laughlin

Jul 2, 2021

Racine – Carol Ann Marie (nee: O'Claire) Laughlin, age 79, passed away peacefully at Ascension All Saints Hospital on Friday, July 2, 2021.

Carol was born in Racine on January 16, 1942 to the late Arthur and Marge (nee: Mahaffy) O'Claire. She was a graduate of St. Catherine's High School. Born kind of in the era where...

Dion James Bieker

Dion James Bieker

Jul 2, 2021

Dion James Bieker, 54, passed away, unexpectedly, at his residence on Friday, July 2, 2021. He was born in Milwaukee on August 5, 1966.

On August 11, 2012, he was united in marriage to the former Carmen Marie Peterson. He was a longtime employee of Milwaukee Machine Works (MMW), but was presently employed by Komastu Mining Corporation. ...

Beau Christopher Michna

Beau Christopher Michna

Jul 2, 2021

MOUNT PLEASANT – Beau Christopher Michna, 44, passed away unexpectantly at his residence on Friday July 2, 2021.  He was born on October 31, 1976.

Beau graduated from Union Grove High School and received a degree at Concordia University while serving his country in the Army Reserves.  He was currently working for Steris Corp. and was a...

Alfred "Al" D. Andersen

Alfred "Al" D. Andersen

Jul 1, 2021

Racine – Alfred "Al" Daniel Andersen, age 76, passed away peacefully at Hospice Alliance – Hospice House in Pleasant Prairie, in the presence of his loving family, Thursday, July 1, 2021.

Al was born in Racine on July 4, 1944, one of five sons born to the late Christian A. and Irene S. (nee: Yuhas) Andersen. He...

Shirley Falkner

Shirley Falkner

Jun 30, 2021

Racine, WI – Shirley (nee: Holloway) Falkner, age 72, answered The Call of her Loving Savior on Wednesday, June 30, 2021. She was born on May 27, 1949, to the union of Ada Mae and Elijah Holloway. She was educated at the University of Chicago, in Chicago, Illinois and furthered her education in Halter Culture. Shirley accepted Christ as...

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