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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
Lillard Darby
Jun 27, 2021
Mr. Lillard Darby, Jr (September 8, 1935 – June 27, 2021)
He was a faithful member of Searching Together Baptist Church, in Racine, WI where he served on the Deacon Board and was active in Sunday School and Bible School. He also was a founding member of the Starlight Gospel Singers, a quartet group for...
Eugene Presta
Jun 25, 2021
Eugene "Gene" Presta, 86, passed away at the Villa at Lincoln Park, on Friday, June 25, 2021. He was born in Racine on April 5, 1935, the son of the late Joseph and Margarita (nee: Rago) Presta.
After graduating from St. Catherine's High School, he served his country with the U.S. Marine Corps. Gene had been employed...
Victoria Eileen Thomas
Jun 25, 2021
Victoria E. Thomas was born April 11, 1959 to Mary K. Flowers and Joseph A. Chavours in Racine, WI. She departed this life June 25, 2021 at Hospice Alliance in Pleasant Prairie, WI. Victoria was a woman that knew God. She was a member of the 2 nd Missionary Baptist Church at an early age. Later in life she...
Sandra Louise Ivy
Jun 25, 2021
Sandra L. Ivy, 64, passed away unexpectedly at her residence on Friday, June 25, 2021.
She was born in Beloit, WI on September 9, 1956, the daughter of the late Chester Lee and Willie Frank (nee Hoskins) Collins.
On August 12, 1989, she married Henry L. Ivy. He preceded her in death on January 4,...
Sharon Ann Fenkl
Jun 25, 2021
Sharon Fenkl, 73, of Racine, passed away at her residence on Friday, June 25, 2021, with her daughters at her side. She was born in Racine on June 24, 1948, the daughter of the late Richard and Rosemarie (nee: Andersen) Christensen.
On September 1, 1995, in Las Vegas, Nevada, she was united in marriage to the love...
Timothy Scott Nesbit
Jun 24, 2021
Kenosha, WI – Timothy Scott Nesbit Jr. was born on June 13, 2005, to Shinelle (nee: Gross) McKinney and Timothy Scott Nesbit Sr. in Kenosha, Wisconsin.
He received his formal education in both Kenosha and Racine Unified School Districts. At the tender age of 7 Timothy showed a great interest in the game of basketball. Seeing how...
Michael Maurice Westmoreland
Jun 24, 2021
Cedar Hill, Texas (Former resident of Racine, WI) – Michael Maurice Westmoreland Sr. was born on January 30, 1972, to Phyllis Westmoreland and Melvin Kidd in Racine, Wisconsin.
Michael received his formal education in Racine Unified School District and was a proud graduate of J.I. Case High School, in 1990. He accepted...
Frances "Fran" E. Nielsen
Jun 22, 2021
Racine – Frances E. Nielsen (Nee: Smith), age 87, born on February 16, 1934 to Lee and Letha Smith in Racine, WI and left this world for a better place on June 22, 2021 surrounded by her family. Fran married Donald C. Nielsen and they raised their children in the Racine area. She worked at numerous places throughout her...
John H. Hettrick
Jun 21, 2021
Racine – John Howard Hettrick, age 63, passed away peacefully in his sleep at home on Monday, June 21, 2021. John was born in Racine on March 30, 1958 to the late Howard C. and Evelyn A. (nee: Urness) Hettrick.
He diligently worked alongside his brother, George, in serving our community with their raising concrete needs at...
Frederich "Fred" Gordon Iii
Jun 20, 2021
Frederich D. Gordon III, 64, completed his earthly journey on June 20, 2021. He was born in Evanston, IL on August 16, 1956, the son of the late Frederich D. and Jessica Agnes (Bonner) Gordon II.
Fred, proudly, served his country with the U. S. Army from 1974 until 1980, and was a decorated Rifle Marksman. He...
