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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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Eddie Ray Smith
May 29, 2020
Eddie Ray Smith, 71, of Somers, WI, passed away at his residence, on Friday, May 29, 2020, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Fayette, AL on May 20, 1949 the son of the late Henry and Ester (nee: Reece) Smith.
Mr. Smith had been employed by Ocean Spray Cranberries for over 30 years retiring...
Wayne James Gray
May 29, 2020
Racine, WI – Wayne James Gray, age 51, passed away on May 29, 2020 at Ascension-All Saints Hospital in Racine, Wisconsin.
The Celebration of His Life will be held on Friday, June 12, 2020 at 5:00pm in the Chapel of Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home, 4600 County Line Rd., Racine, WI. Visitation will be in the chapel from 4:00pm...
James Edward Pearson
May 29, 2020
James Edward Pearson, a resident of Kenosha, Wisconsin died May 29. 2020. James was born November 14, 1954 to Jessie and Christine Pearson of Mississippi.
James was survived by his children, Jimmie E Pearson, Jenaya E Barnes (Pearson), Jessica Pearson and Rameull Marsh . He also leaves behind his siblings, Herbert L. (Irma) of , SK. (Marilyn),...
Dorothy Mae (Hayslett) Cotton
May 28, 2020
Dorothy Mae (Hayslett) Cotton
Sunrise: July 23, 1933 Sunset: May 28, 2020
Dorothy was born in Moscow, TN to Eldrige and Berniece (Grandberry) Hayslett on July 23, 1933. She confessed Christ at an early age. She moved to Racine, Wisconsin in 1950, where she met Ellis W. Cotton. They were married on November 24, 1951. ...
Jeremy Andrew Kohel
May 28, 2020
Jeremy A. Kohel, 40, passed away, unexpectedly, on Thursday, May 28 , 2020. Jeremy was born in Racine on March 16, 1980 the son of William J. and Marilyn (nee: Tcheordikian) Kohel. Jeremy had been employed at Walmart and Russ's Tap. He enjoyed the outdoors, snowboarding, music, and all the arts.
Surviving are his parents, William J....
Juwann K.. Simmons
May 28, 2020
Racine, WI – Juwann K. Simmons, age 21, passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2020 in Racine, Wisconsin. A Celebration of His Life will be held on Thursday, June 11, 2020 at 5:00pm in the Chapel of Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home, 4600 County Line Rd., Racine, WI. Visitation will be in the chapel from 3:00pm until the time of service....
Anna Marie Kerkowski
May 28, 2020
Anna Marie Kerkowski, 99, received the promise of eternal life on May 28, 2020. She was born in Chicago on January 31, 1921, daughter of the late Anton and Mary (Née: Tafra) Kovacevich, Sr.
Anna was married to the love of her life, Edward Frank Kerkowski, on September 11, 1943. Edward preceded her in death on November...
Trevor L. Jackson
May 28, 2020
Trevor L. Jackson, 35, was called Home by his Loving Savior, on Thursday, May 28, 2020. He was born in Racine on April 3, 1985 the son of Larry and Paulette (nee: McGee) Jackson. Trevor had been employed by DHL Enterprises. He loved hanging out with his wife and kids, going for walks, and basketball, especially the Milwaukee Bucks....
Henry "Main" Miller
May 28, 2020
Racine – Henry "Main" Miller, age 80, passed away peacefully at Ascension All Saints Hospital on Thursday, May 28, 2020.
Henry was born in Lambert, Mississippi on January 17, 1940 to the late David and Rutha Mae (nee: White) Miller. On February 2, 2001 he was united in marriage with Kathy Faye (nee: Kelley).
With...
Robert "Bob" F. Hagen
May 27, 2020
Greenville, WI (formerly of the Racine/Kenosha area) – Robert Franklin Hagen, age 82, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, May 27, 2020 following a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.
Bob was born in Wisconsin Rapids on August 3, 1937 to the late Joseph G. and Esma B. (nee: Zeaman) Hagen. A graduate of Lincoln High School...
Steven Paul Holub
May 27, 2020
Steven Paul "Deda" Holub
Born July 19, 1986-Died May 27, 2020
Steven is survived by two sons, Steven Jr. and Matthew, his Mom, Elaine (Chuck Weber), his brother William (Billy) Holub, his sisters, Staci Antonio, Katylyn "Katie" Schenkenberg, Uncle Tim & Aunt Paula Bouwma, other aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and many friends.
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Judy Mae Damaschke
May 27, 2020
RACINE – Judy Mae Damaschke, 81, passed away at Shorelight Memory Care on May 27, 2020.
She was born in Rapid City, South Dakota on February 8, 1939, the daughter of the late Morris and Annes (nee: Steinberg) Jensen. She graduated from Racine Lutheran High School. On January 4, 1964 she married Kenneth Damaschke, Sr. He preceded...
Carol Jean Bowie
May 26, 2020
Carol J. Bowie, 72, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 26, 2020 at Lakeshore at Siena in Caledonia, WI. Although Carol was born on June 23, 1947 in Gary, IN, she was a lifelong resident of Kenosha.
Carol was employed as a scheduling receptionist at Aurora Health Care before retiring in 2012. Prior to working for Aurora,...
Miles R. Bengston
May 25, 2020
Miles R. Bengston, age 60, passed away on Memorial Day Monday May 25, 2020 at St. Lukes medical center in Milwaukee WI . Miles was a lifetime resident of Racine born on January 7, 1960, the son of Clifford and Doris (nee: Fedder) Bengston. On May 28 th he would have celebrated his 32 nd wedding anniversary having married...
Lisa Lynn Blankman
May 25, 2020
Racine, WI -Lisa Lynn Blankman, age 62, passed away on Monday, May 25, 2020 at home with her family by her side.
Lisa was born in Racine, Wisconsin on February 5, 1958 to John and Alice Blankman.
Lisa was a proud graduate of Washington Park High School. She started her professional career with the Belle...
Jean A. Holbus
May 25, 2020
Jean A. Holbus
(nee: Heymen)
September 13, 1931 – May 25, 2020
Jean A. Holbus, age 88 of Racine, passed away on Monday, May 25, 2020 at Ascension-All Saints.
Jean was born on September 13, 1931 in Racine, a daughter of the late Albert and...
Diane Kay Haase
May 24, 2020
Diane Kay Haase, 72, passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2020. She was born in Racine on December 2, 1947, daughter of the late Robert and Lorraine (Née: Luvsby) Lekas.
Diane was united in marriage to the love of her life, James Haase, on March 22, 1969.
Diane was a dedicated homemaker for her family. ...
Willie Smith
May 24, 2020
Willie Smith, age 86 residing in Atlanta, Georgia joined the great cloud of witnesses in the sky early Sunday morning, May 24, 2020.
Willie was born on April 9, 1934 in Tchula, Mississippi to General Smith and Emma Nevitt.
Willie spent a good portion of his adult life in Chicago and Rockford, Illinois. In 1968,...
Christopher Bernard Voss
May 24, 2020
Racine – It is with great sadness, that the family of Christopher Bernard Voss announces his unexpected passing, on Sunday May 24,2020 at the age of 72. Chris will be lovingly remembered by his former wife, Melody (Née: Berry) Schmitz, their three grandchildren, Grace, Sophia and Quinn, by his sisters and brother, Elizabeth, Rosemary and Michael (Susan) Voss. Chris...
Brittany Lydia Zenola Boyd
May 24, 2020
Racine – Brittany Lydia Zenola Boyd, 34, received the promise of eternal life on Sunday May 24, 2020. She was born in Racine on March 31, 1986.
A Celebration of Brittany's Life will be held on Friday, June 5, 2020, 11:00am, at Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home and Crematory, 4600 County Line Road. Visitation will be from 10:00am until...
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