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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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Lawrence Gene Swanson

Lawrence Gene Swanson

Aug 21, 2018

Lawrence (Larry) Swanson, 84, passed away Tuesday, August 21 with his loving wife, Marie Steenhagen and daughter, Jeryl, by his side.

He was born 4-28-34 in Racine to Harold & Beulah Swanson.  He graduated from Park High School in 1953 and joined the army shortly thereafter, he was stationed in Fairbanks, AK

He met the...

Helen Pauline Reesman

Helen Pauline Reesman

Aug 17, 2018

STURTEVANT – Mrs. Helen Pauline Reesman, 85, passed away at Oak Park Place in Burlington on Friday, August 17, 2018

She was born in Kansasville on September 6, 1932, the daughter of the late Nickolas and Marie (nee: Henningfield) Fettes.  On November 5, 1955, she married Donald Reesman at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Kansasville.  He preceded...

Laurice "Reesa" Ethel (Jefferson) Henningsen

Laurice "Reesa" Ethel (Jefferson) Henningsen

Aug 16, 2018

Laurice Ethel (Jefferson) Henningsen, aka "Reesa", was born in Clayton, Missouri on August 29th, 1937. She was the second child born of four, from Elroy Sr. and Mildred Jefferson.  Laurice later on married Arthur L. Stephens and from this union she had four children. Prior to her marriage she had two other children.

Laurice held several managerial...

Cathy Louise Wiley

Cathy Louise Wiley

Aug 16, 2018

Racine – Cathy Louise Webb-Wiley, age 61, answered the call of her Loving Savior on Thursday, August 16, 2018 in Zion, Illinois.  She was born on October 11, 1956 to the proud parents of Raymond L Webb and Edna Louise Webb. She is the oldest of four children, which includes Mark W. Webb, Phillip Martin Webb and Randy Leon...

Patricia Ann Connell

Patricia Ann Connell

Aug 16, 2018

Mt. Pleasant – Patricia Ann Connell, 81, received the promise of eternal life on Monday, August 13, 2018.  She was born in Racine on March 31, 1937, daughter of the late Joseph and Lena (Née: Cucciare) Pesko.

Patricia was united in marriage to the love of her life, William W. Connell, on May 19, 1956.  William preceded...

Jovita Ariel Cobbin

Jovita Ariel Cobbin

Aug 15, 2018

Racine – Jovita Ariel Cobbin, age 35, passed away on Wednesday, August 15, 2018 in West Allis, Wisconsin.  The family will have a private service to Celebrate Her Life.

Service Details

The family will hold a private service to celebrate her life.

Gerald "Jerry" Hawkins

Gerald "Jerry" Hawkins

Aug 14, 2018

STURTEVANT – Mr. Gerald E. Hawkins, 80, passed away at Ascension All Saints on Tuesday, August 14, 2018.

He was born in Ashland, WI on November 10, 1937, the son of the late George and Louella (nee: Parsons) Hawkins.

Jerry retired from S.C. Johnson Wax after over 30 years of service as an electrician.  Prior...

Charles John Bendix, Sr.

Charles John Bendix, Sr.

Aug 13, 2018

Racine – Charles John Bendix, Sr., age 71, passed away peacefully at Ascension-All Saints Hospital early Monday morning, August 13, 2018 after suffering a heart attack one-month ago.

Charles was born in Racine on April 18, 1947 to the late Eugene F. and Mary A. (nee: Trentadue) Bendix. He attended the schools of Jerstad-Agerholm, Washington Junior, and...

Lawrence Leroy Hansen

Lawrence Leroy Hansen

Aug 13, 2018

Mr. Lawrence L. Hansen, 89, passed away at Aurora Memorial Hospital in Burlington on August 13, 2018.

He was born in Racine on November 7, 1928, the son of the late Hans Alfred and Myrtle (nee: Christensen) Hansen.  He served his nation with the U.S. Army.  On September 24, 1949, he married Verna June Schuette. She preceded...

Faith June Kionka

Faith June Kionka

Aug 13, 2018

RACINE – Mrs. Faith J. Kionka, 82, passed away at Elizabeth Gardens on Monday, August 13, 2018.

She was born in Racine on December 17, 1935, the daughter of the late Theodore and Carol (nee: Holterman) Liebenow.  She graduated from Lutheran High School. Mrs. Kionka lived in San Diego and New Orleans.  She moved back to Racine...

Stanley Putra

Stanley Putra

Aug 12, 2018

RACINE – Stanley Putra, Age 68, fought a brave battle against cancer and passed away surrounded by his family at Ascension All Saints Hospital in Racine on Sunday, August 12, 2018.

Stanley (Stashu) was born in Racine, WI on May 8, 1950 to the late Peter and Anne (nee: Tajnai) Putra. He was a lifelong resident of...

Robert James Ahles

Robert James Ahles

Aug 12, 2018

Robert James Ahles, 69, passed away at home with his family at his side on Sunday, August 12, 2018. A lifelong resident, he was born in Racine on June 13, 1949. Bob attended Park High School, and then went to work as a machinist at Wiscon Products for 43 years until retiring in 2016.

Bob is survived...

Palma "Pam" Lucy Bisotti

Palma "Pam" Lucy Bisotti

Aug 12, 2018

Racine – Palma "Pam" L. (nee: Settimi) Bisotti, age 83, passed away peacefully at her son's home on Sunday afternoon, August 12, 2018 surrounded with the love of family.

Pam was born in Kenosha on September 3, 1934 to the late Pasquale and Margaret (nee: Calchera) Settimi. She graduated as a straight A student from Mary D....

Carl E. Lillich

Carl E. Lillich

Aug 11, 2018

Carl E. Lillich, 88, of Racine, died August 11, 2018 at The Addison of Pleasant Prairie. Carl was born in Kansas City, Kansas where he excelled at football, basketball, and track, and was a leader in his school and in life. His parents and grandparents taught him character and a strong work ethic. He was a "character," too, often...

William K. Smith Ii

William K. Smith Ii

Aug 11, 2018

Racine –  William K. Smith II, 76, passed away on Saturday, August 11, 2018 a Ascension-All Saints Hospital.  A Celebration of His Life will be held on Tuesday, August 21, 2018 at Starlight Outreach Ministry, 2040 Golf Avenue, Racine, WI., 11:00am.  Visitation will be in the church from 10:00am until the time of service.  Rev. John Thomas will be...

Nancy Marie Hofer

Nancy Marie Hofer

Aug 8, 2018

MOUNT PLEASANT – Mrs. Nancy M. Hofer (nee: Larson), 85, passed away at her residence on Wednesday, August 8, 2018.

She was born in Enderlin, ND on June 24, 1933, the daughter of the late Selmer and Emma (nee: Pett) Larson.  The family later moved to Vancouver, Washington in 1946.

Nancy dedicated her life to...

Thomas Leo Hollibush

Thomas Leo Hollibush

Aug 8, 2018

Racine – Thomas Leo Hollibush, age 68, passed away peacefully at Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee on Wednesday, August 8, 2018.

Thomas was born in Beloit, WI on February 1, 1950 to the late LeRoy and Hazel (nee: Christiansen) Hollibush. He graduated from Beloit High School in 1968. Tom went on to serve our country from 1968 –...

Lucile Ida Ana Krause

Lucile Ida Ana Krause

Aug 6, 2018

Racine – Lucile Ida Ana (nee: Radichel) Krause, age 100-years-young, passed away peacefully at Lakeshore at Siena early Monday morning, August 6, 2018.

Lucile was born in Hortonville, WI on June 8, 1918 to the late Arthur and Agnes (nee: Maahs) Radichel. On April 18, 1942 in Hortonville, Lucile was united in marriage with the love of...

Harry Mares

Harry Mares

Aug 5, 2018

Harry Mares passed away peacefully at Brookdale Memory Care on August 5, 2018, at the age of 79.

He was born on December 21, 1938, in Racine, Wisconsin. Harry attended St. Edward's grade school and St. Catherine's High School – class of 1958. He graduated from Loras College, Dubuque, IA, and completed a Master's degree at Winona...

Mitchell Mcgee

Mitchell Mcgee

Aug 3, 2018

Racine – Mitchell McGee, age 66, passed away on Friday, August 3, 2018 at his residence in Racine, Wisconsin.

Mitchell was born on March 17, 1952 to Luther McGee and Annie Faye McGee.  He received his formal education in the Racine Unified School System.  Mitchell enjoyed his jazz music but most of all he enjoyed having a...

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