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.

 Please visit our Wall of Honor to view the veterans we were honored to serve.

Richard E. Rozzoni

Richard E. Rozzoni

Mar 26, 2021

Richard E. Rozzoni, age 82 of Kenosha, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 26, 2021 at his residence with his loving family at his side. Rich was born in Kenosha on  August 15, 1938, the oldest son of the late Willard and Lillian (nee: Bierdz) Rozzoni. He attended local schools and was a graduate of Mary D, Bradford High...

Robert A. Frederickson

Robert A. Frederickson

Mar 25, 2021

Robert A. Frederickson, age 98 of Racine, passed away peacefully on March 25,2021

A lifelong resident of Racine, he was born on February 23, 1923, a son of the late Alfred and Olga (nee:Pederson) Frederickson.

He attended Racine schools and was a graduate of Washington Park High School.

On November 28, 1946, he...

Dereck Luther Miles (Boosie)

Dereck Luther Miles (Boosie)

Mar 25, 2021

RACINE – Dereck Luther Miles,(Boosie) 82, passed away at his residence on Thursday, March 25, 2021.

He was born May 4, 1938 in Clarksdale Miss. to the late Sallie Smith and Robert Myles. He grew up in Chicago, Illinois. where he attended and graduated from Crane High school, as well as working many jobs including singing and...

Brian Earle Miller

Brian Earle Miller

Mar 25, 2021

RACINE – Brian Earle "B-Fine" Miller, 58, passed away peacefully at Froedtert South Hospital in Kenosha, WI on Thursday, March 25, 2021 in the loving presence of his wife, children and other family members. He was born in Champaign, IL on October 15, 1962, the son of Gloria Smith and Frank Davis. Brian was a member at Canaan Baptist...

Elizabeth "Betty" Canfield

Elizabeth "Betty" Canfield

Mar 25, 2021

Elizabeth (Betty)  M. Canfield, 87, passed away peacefully, at Ascension-All Saints on Thursday, March 25, 2021. She was born in Kenosha on August 16, 1933, the daughter of the late Joseph and Mary (nee: Kuchera) Wallo.

Betty graduated from Mary D. Bradford High School and St. Agnes School of Nursing, in Fond du Lac. On October 2,...

Florence E. Bergman

Florence E. Bergman

Mar 24, 2021

Florence E. Bergman, age 100, a lifelong resident of Racine, passed away peacefully at her son's residence on Wednesday, March 24, 2021.

Florence was Nana, Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, Matriarch, Devoted Wife, Calligrapher, Spoon Collector, Christmas Cookie Maker Extraordinaire, Avid Reader, Fiercely Independent, Sage Wisdom, Endlessly Encouraging, and will be missed everyday by all.

Florence was...

Erma Jean Odems

Erma Jean Odems

Mar 23, 2021

Racine – Erma Jean Odems, age 66, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family, on Tuesday, March 23, 2021. Erma was born in Hazen, Arkansas, on August 15, 1954 to Harrison Odems and Erma Lee Hathaway. Erma Jean and her mother moved to Racine when Erma was an infant. She began her childhood on the northside of Racine...

Donald "Clyde" Lewis Bostick

Donald "Clyde" Lewis Bostick

Mar 23, 2021

STURTEVANT – Donald L Bostick (AKA Clyde or Donnie Bostick), age 85, passed away at home on Tuesday, March 23, 2021.

Donald was born in Saint Louis, Missouri on April 17, 1935, the son of the late Leonard Bostick and Julia (Evans) Bostick. His family moved to Racine, and Donald graduated from Washington Park High School in...

Rosa L. Wiggins

Rosa L. Wiggins

Mar 23, 2021

Racine, WI – Mother Rosa L. Wiggins, age 102, rejoiced as she answered The Call of her Loving Savior on Tuesday, March 23, 2021, surrounded by her loving family, at her residence in Racine, Wisconsin.  A Celebration of Her Life and Legacy will be held on Wednesday, March 31, 2021, 11:00am at St. Paul Baptist Church, 1123 Center St....

Donald Mcdowell Weil

Donald Mcdowell Weil

Mar 22, 2021

Donald McDowell Weil, 70, passed away, unexpectedly, at his residence on Monday, March 22, 2021. He was born in Manhattan, New York on September 13, 1950 the son of the late Arthur and June (nee: Brown) Weil.

On September 12, 1987, he was united in marriage to Darlene Ossmann. Donald graduated with a degree in classical organ....

Steven Maritch

Steven Maritch

Mar 21, 2021

RACINE – Steven Maritch, 92, passed away at the Wisconsin Veterans Home – Boland Hall in Union Grove on Sunday, March 21, 2021.

A lifelong resident of Racine, he was born on September 8, 1928, the son of the late Vendel and Elizabeth (nee Schveidler) Maritch.  He attended Washington Park High but was drafted in 1946 and...

James Turner Thompson

James Turner Thompson

Mar 20, 2021

Mount Pleasant – James Turner Thompson, age 87, passed away at Ascension All Saints Hospital on Saturday, March 20, 2021.

James was born in Racine on October 17, 1933 to the late Walter and Florence (nee: Steiner) Thompson. He was a graduate of Park High School, Class of 1951.   Jim dutifully served our country with the Unites...

Glover Thomas, Jr.

Glover Thomas, Jr.

Mar 19, 2021

Glover "JR" Thomas, Jr, 47, passed away at home surrounded by his family, on Friday, March 19 th , 2021.

He was born in Racine on August 16, 1973 to Glover and Emma (nee: Thompson) Thomas.

JR graduated from Horlick High School. JR was a Wrestling Fanatic, collecting figurines and memorabilia, he hardly ever missed...

Delores Vitacco

Delores Vitacco

Mar 19, 2021

Delores Vitacco, 94, of Harrisburg, IL formerly of Racine, WI died Friday March 19, 2021 in Harrisburg, IL. She was born on March 24, 1926 in Sioux City, Iowa to the late William and Goldie Hazel (Bourett) Booker.

She married Edward J. Rowland, and he preceded in death. She later married Benjamin Edward Vitacco, and he also...

Darnell Lamont Davidson

Darnell Lamont Davidson

Mar 17, 2021

Racine, WI – Darnell Lamont Davidson was born August 12, 1972 and transitioned from this earthly life on March 17, 2021.  Darnell attended Washington Park High School and received his GED Certification in 1992. In 2014 he received an Advanced Manufacturing Technology Associate Degree.  Darnell was previously employed by Easy Up Incorporated.

Darnell enjoyed spending time with...

Diane H. Prell

Diane H. Prell

Mar 17, 2021

Diane H. Prell, age 82, of Kenosha, passed away at her home on Wednesday, March 17, 2021, surrounded by her loving family.

Diane was born January 29, 1939 in San Diego, California, to Jerald S. and Emily M. ((nee: Janota) Schwarz. She grew up and attended school in Kenosha.

On January 3, 1956, she was...

Elizabeth "Betty" Marie Poedtke

Elizabeth "Betty" Marie Poedtke

Mar 16, 2021

Memorials to Alzheimer's Association and the Wisconsin Humane Society have been suggested.

02/15/1932 – 3/16/2021

Elizabeth M. Poedtke of Union Grove passed away peacefully at her home March 16 th .  She is proceeded in death by her husband Edward and survived by her children Debra (Fred) Kaste and Mark (Bernadette) Poedtke, Grand Children Lance...

Kevin William-John Schneider

Kevin William-John Schneider

Mar 16, 2021

Milwaukee (formerly of Racine) – Kevin William-John Schneider, age 39 years young, had his precious life taken from him on Tuesday, March 16, 2021.

Kevin was born in Milwaukee on July 6, 1981 to Gary Schneider and Cindee (nee: Gracyalny) Schneider. He was a 1999 graduate of Racine Lutheran High School. While at Racine Lutheran, Kevin met...

Samuel Michael Kurhajec

Samuel Michael Kurhajec

Mar 16, 2021

Milwaukee (formerly of Racine) – Samuel Michael Kurhajec, age 25, passed away unexpectedly, yet peacefully, on Tuesday, March 16, 2021.

The 2 nd of 5 children, Sam was born in Racine on February 27, 1996 to Michael and Kimberly (nee: Meltzer) Kurhajec. He was a proud graduate of The Prairie School "Class of 2014". Born with the...

Sampson "Sam" Knuckles

Sampson "Sam" Knuckles

Mar 16, 2021

Sampson "Sam" Knuckles, age 73, passed away peacefully at home in Racine on Tuesday, March 16, 2021. He was born in Tyronza, Arkansas on June 26, 1947 to the late Joseph and Odesser (nee: Burns) Knuckles, Sr. Sam professed his faith as a Christian at an early age and was baptized at Rock of Ages Missionary Baptist Church in...

Subscribe

Subscribe to get alerts on new obituaries

An orange arrow pointing to the right on a white background.
A Year of Grief Support

Sign up for one year of weekly grief messages designed to provide strength and comfort during this challenging time.