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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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Gary F. Johnson
Feb 12, 2021
Gary F. Johnson, age 73 passed away unexpectedly at his home on Friday, February 12, 2021 .
Gary was born on June 21, 1947 in Kenosha a son of the late Julius F. and Helen L. (nee: Oberholtzer) Johnson
He was educated in the schools of Kenosha and was a 1967 graduate of Mary D....
James E. Black Jr.
Feb 10, 2021
James E. Black Jr., 62, completed his earthly journey on Wednesday, February 10, 2021. He was born In Leesburg, FL on November 20, 1958, the son of the late James E. and Margaret W. (nee: Saddler) Black Sr.
On May 25, 1996, here in Racine, he was united in marriage to the former Vicky Lynn Knuckles. Mr....
Judy Ann Duncan
Feb 9, 2021
Racine, WI – Judy Ann Duncan was born on October 12, 1960 to the union of Josephine Hackworth and Billy Robinson Sr. in Elkhart, Indiana. Judy received her formal education at Elkhart Memorial High School in Elkhart, Indiana. She went on to further education at Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Judy accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior at...
Joyce Marilyn Braid
Feb 9, 2021
Joyce M. Braid, 89, passed away in Ascension-All Saints on Tuesday, February 9, 2021. She was born in Racine on October 23, 1931, the daughter of the late Walter and Edna (nee: Jensen) Spencer.
On July 28, 1951, here in Racine, she was united in marriage to Roy Braid; he preceded her in death on March 19,...
Nina Mae Rutchik
Feb 8, 2021
Kenosha – Nina Mae (nee: Dragoncewicz) Rutchik, age 93, passed away at Parkside Manor in Kenosha, under the compassionate care of Hospice Alliance, on Monday, February 8, 2021.
Nina was born in Kenosha on December 20, 1927 to the late Joseph and Alexandra (nee: Kaminski) Dragoncewicz. She was a graduate of Mary D. Bradford High School. Nina...
William "Pat" Heideman
Feb 7, 2021
William "Pat" Heideman, 81, passed away on Sunday, February 7, 2021, at Froedtert South – St. Catherine's Campus. He was born in Oak Park, IL, on July 24, 1939, son of the late Harold and Margaret (Née: Mayer) Heideman.
Pat was united in marriage to the love of his life, the former Rochelle Lee Young, on February...
Maria Estelle Torres
Feb 5, 2021
Maria E. Torres, 59, passed away at Ascension-All Saints on Friday, February 5, 2021. She was born in Racine on November 15, 1961 the daughter of the late Cruz and Maria (nee: DeHoyos) Garcia. On November 14, 1981, in the Fountain of Life Church, here in Racine, she was united in marriage to Salvador R. Torres.
Mrs....
Joseph Theodore Reesman, Jr.
Feb 4, 2021
MOUNT PLEASANT – Mr. Joseph T. Reesman, Jr., 91, passed away at his residence on Thursday, February 4, 2021.
He was born in Waterford on June 10, 1929, the son of the late Joseph Theodore and Ida (nee Terry) Reesman, Sr. On April 7, 1951 he married Elaine Miskinis at St. Mary's Church in Racine.
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Douglas Peter Haas
Feb 4, 2021
Douglas Peter Haas, 59, passed away suddenly at his residence on February 4, 2021. He was born in Racine on May 13, 1961, son of Gary and Sharon (Née: Ross) Haas.
Douglas was united in marriage to the love of his life, the former Deborah Ann Blodgett, on June 26, 1982.
Douglas was a machinist...
Harmon Jerome Howell
Feb 1, 2021
Milwaukee (formerly of Racine) – Harmon Jerome Howell, age 70, passed away peacefully at home in Milwaukee on Monday, February 1, 2021.
Harmon was born in New Albany, MS on September 27, 1950 to Athel and Annie Ruth (nee: Sanders) Howell. He was a graduate of Washington Park High School. Raised with a profound work ethic, Harmon...
Barbara Julia Luxem
Jan 30, 2021
Barbara J. Luxem, 75, passed away at Froedtert Medical Center in Milwaukee on Sunday, January 30, 2021. She was born in Racine on November 14, 1945 the daughter of the late Frank and Grace (nee: Christensen) Unger.
On January 5, 1963, she was united in marriage to Richard Paul Luxem, who preceded her in death on February...
Joyce (Balderas) Williams
Jan 30, 2021
RACINE – Joyce (Balderas) Williams, 81, passed away at her residence with her family by her side on January 30, 2021.
She was born in Wayne County, West Virginia on February 8, 1939, the daughter of Lovel and Ida (nee Webb) Tomblin. Joyce was married to Carl Balderas and Ralph Williams, both preceding her in death.
...Sherry Denal Smith
Jan 28, 2021
On Thursday, January 28, 2021, Sherry Denal Smith, beloved mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend was called home by her Loving Savior.
Born in Toledo, Ohio on February 1, 1966 to Alfred D. Smith and Evelyn Ray (Nee: Smith) Hood. She spent most of her memorable years in Racine, Wisconsin. Sherry achieved her diploma from Horlick...
Robert Stewart
Jan 28, 2021
RACINE – Mr. Robert Stewart, 91, passed away at Ridgewood Care Center, surrounded by family, on Thursday, January 28, 2021.
He was born in Marion, IL on December 24, 1929, the son of the late Carl R. and Bessie (nee Brown) Stewart Sr. He served his nation with the US Army from 1951 – 1953. After his...
Eloise Johnson
Jan 28, 2021
Eloise Johnson, 70, was called Home by her Loving Savior on Thursday, January 28, 2021.
She was born in Meridian, MS on January 19, 1951, the daughter of the late James Cranford and Ruth Mae (nee: Washington) Townsend. Mrs. Johnson was devoted to her family for her entire life. She was a lifelong member of the Faith...
Betty Louise Beadles
Jan 27, 2021
I want to share my story. I'm Betty Louise Beadles. I was born at home 93 years ago to W. Arther Ernst and Nancy (Webster) Ernst. I was the middle child with an older brother, Art Ernst Junior, and younger sister, Joyce (Ernst) Newman. All those years ago it was a simpler life and a great time to be...
Ronald George Long
Jan 26, 2021
MOUNT PLEASANT – Ronald G. Long, 82, passed away peacefully at Ascension All Saints on Tuesday, January 26, 2021, surrounded by his family.
He was born in Racine on November 1, 1938, the son of the late Lester and Rose (nee Hoffman) Long. He attended Racine Lutheran High School where he participated in many sports and excelled...
Rafael Reynoso Maldonado
Jan 26, 2021
RACINE – Mr. Rafael R. Maldonado, 68, passed away at Ascension All Saints on Tuesday, January 26, 2021.
He was born in Mexico on March 20, 1952, the son of the late Rafael Garcia and Luisa Reynoso (nee Alvarez) Maldonado. In 1974 he married Noreen Nava in Lake County, IL. He moved to Racine in 1976.
...Ruth Marie Lilla
Jan 25, 2021
Racine – Ruth Marie (nee: Davis) Lilla, age 84, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded with the love of her three children and brother, on Monday, January 25, 2021.
Ruth was born in Racine on July 20, 1936 to the late Edward J. and Ruth G. (nee: McMahon) Davis. She proudly graduated from St. Catherine's High School...
James "Jim" F. Verhegge
Jan 25, 2021
Racine – James Francis Verhegge, age 84, passed away at Seasons Hospice – Ignite on Monday, January 25, 2021.
Jim was born in Racine on December 10, 1936 to the late Frank and Ann (nee: Carmen) Verhegge. He faithfully served our country with the United States Navy from 1954-57, during the era of the Korean War. Jim...
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