Phillip J. Burmeister
May 25, 2018
Caledonia – Phillip J. Burmeister, age 65, and his beloved wife, Nadine Burmeister, age 62; passed away together as the result of their motorcycle vs. automobile accident in Yorkville on Friday afternoon, May 25, 2018. Always together, they were doing what they enjoyed most – taking a ride on their Harley-Davidson on a beautiful sunny afternoon on their way...
William "Corey" Turner
May 24, 2018
William "Corey" Turner, 49, was called Home by his Loving Lord and Savior on Thursday, May 24, 2018. He was born in Chicago, IL on February 11, 1969, the son of the late Willie James Davis and Verlee Turner Thomas.
Corey graduated from William Horlick High School. He had been employed by Covenant Transportation for over 20...
Colleen Francis Vanhara
May 24, 2018
RACINE – Colleen F. VanHara, 59, passed away at her home on Thursday, May 24, 2018.
She was born in Burlington on August 3, 1958, the daughter of the late John Franics and Betty Lou Emily (nee: Laux) Hopkins. Colleen graduated from Waterford Union High School in 1977. Shortly after, she married the love of her life,...
Alfred Joseph "Aj" La Point
May 24, 2018
Dear man…caring…curious and always learning…easygoing…playful…hard working…patient…calm and capable…honorable Navy Veteran…uncomplaining…quiet and observant…human GPS…lovingly mischievous…such a person was Alfred J. La Point, born September 16, 1945 in St. Joseph, Missouri to Alfred and Lucille (Miller) La Point.
AJ leaves his wife, Cathy Orth La Point, to cherish the time and memories they created together along with his daughters,...
Mary Thornton
May 22, 2018
Racine – Mary (nee: Mosley) Thornton was born to Matt and Augusta (nee: Gaston) Mosley on May 5, 1920, in Birmingham, Alabama. Mary is a proud descendent of the following known grandparents that were born in slavery: Mariah and George Byrd and Sonny and Ida Gaston.
At an early age Mary confessed her faith in Christ. She...
Jamie Michele Stuart (Nee: Lamar)
May 20, 2018
RACINE – Jamie M. (nee: Lamar) Stuart, 64, passed away at Manor Care in Kenosha on Sunday, May 20, 2018.
She was born in Racine on August 1, 1953, the daughter of Melvin and Nora (nee: Torosian, Lamar, Soens) Lamar, Sr. Jamie graduated from Horlick High School and U.W. Parkside; as well as received her R.N. from...
Clyde Jerome Strong
May 19, 2018
Racine – Clyde Jerome Strong, 62, passed away at home on Saturday, May 19, 2018. He was born in New Albany, Mississippi on February 17, 1956, the son of James and Mavis (nee: McNeal) Strong Sr. He was a Racine resident for most of his life. Clyde graduated from Walden III High School in 1975 and spent nearly 30...
Cynthia Ann Prather
May 19, 2018
Cynthia Ann (nee: Baker) Prather was born December 1, 1965 in Racine, WI to James and Lura Baker (Turner). She departed this life on Saturday, May 19, 2018. She attended J.I. Case High School and obtained her GED from Gateway Technical College. Cindy was united in marriage to Lance R. Prather on October 20, 1987.
Cindy was...
Dale S. Spranger, Jr.
May 17, 2018
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Racine – Dale S. Spranger, Jr., 64, passed away on Thursday, May 17, 2018. He was born in Great Lakes, IL, on November 11, 1953, son of Dale and Jean (nee: Scheller) Spranger.
Dale was united in marriage to the love of his life, the former LeeAnne Kading, on August 20, 1977,...
Mary Dean Gunn
May 17, 2018
Mary Dean Gunn, age 64, lovingly known as "Gudda" to many, passed away Thursday, May 17, 2018, surrounded by her family that deeply loved and admired her courageous fight with diabetes. Mary was born May 30, 1953 to Willie James and Claudine (Larry) Gunn in Okolona, Mississippi. Her family relocated to Racine, WI when she was 4 years old...
Poncella Risiner Barnes
May 16, 2018
Racine – Poncella Risiner Barnes, age 91, passed away on Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at Ascension – All Saints in Racine, Wisconsin. A Celebration of Her Life will be held on Friday, May 25, 2018, 11:00am in the Chapel of Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home, 4600 County Line Rd. Visitation will be in the funeral home from 10:00am until the time...
Fremon Canady Sr
May 16, 2018
Surrounded by family Fremon Canady, 88 entered eternal peace on Wednesday, May 16, 2018 in Racine Wisconsin.
Fremon was born in Texarkana, Arkansas on May 24, 1929 to Harry and Bessie (Nee: Fuller) Canady. He married Sarah Ann Witherspoon and together raised 11 children. Fremon proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and was...
Devion Cosey
May 15, 2018
Racine – Devion S. Cosey, 25, received the promise of eternal life Tuesday, May 15, 2018 He was born in Racine Wisconsin on February 11, 1993 to Titania Cosey and Momawaldo Barker. Devion graduated from Washington Park High School and was a member of the class of 2012.
Devion loved playing basketball, bowling, playing video games &...
Melvin James Williams
May 13, 2018
Melvin J. Williams, 63, was called Home by his Loving Savior, on Sunday, May13, 2018. He was born in Vicksburg, Mississippi on July 10, 1954, the son of the late James Williams and Margaret A. Hunt. Melvin was an active member of his family and the Racine Community.
Melvin was a dedicated worker, being employed by Warren...
William Wenzel Connell
May 12, 2018
Mount Pleasant – William W. Connell, 83, known to everyone as "Bill", went to meet the Lord on Saturday, May 12, 2018. He was born on December 21, 1934, son of the late Wenzel and Mary (Née: Gibson) Connell.
Bill was united in marriage to the love of his life, the former Patricia Ann Pesko, on May...
Ronald Swift
May 12, 2018
Ronnie "Rollo" Swift, 63, passed away on May 12, 2018, with his family by his side.
Ronnie was born on June 4, 1954 in Memphis, Tennessee to Frank and Mary Elizabeth Swift. He was the first born twin of six children. He was raised in Zion, Illinois. When he became an adult, he relocated to Racine, Wisconsin....
Alina Mejdouli
May 12, 2018
Alina Mejdouli passed away at Children's Hospital of Wisconsin in Wauwatosa on Saturday, May 12, 2018 at the tender age of 3 years old.
Alina was born at Froedtert Hospital in Wauwatosa on December 13, 2014 to Amanda Booras and Yassine Mejdouli.
Alina will be fondly remembered for her joyous and humorous nature. Everyone who...
Michael Thomas Donnelly, Sr.
May 11, 2018
Mount Pleasant – Michael T. Donnelly, 76, passed away at Aurora Medical Center in Kenosha on Friday, May 11, 2018
Michael was born in Waukegan in December, 1941, the son of the late Robert and Grace (nee: Wood) Donnelly. He graduated from Waukegan Central High School where, as a member of the ROTC, he showcased his drumming...
Jay Curtis Rosenke
May 9, 2018
Racine – Jay Curtis Rosenke, 56, passed away unexpectedly on May 9, 2018. He was born in Racine on March 27, 1962, son of the late Erick and Rosemary (Nee: Svendsen) Rosenke.
Jay was the owner/operator of J&R Decorating. He could fix just about anything. Jay was a phenomenal artist with his work and had a special...
Dina Marie Bisotti
May 8, 2018
Mount Pleasant – Dina Marie Bisotti, age 55, passed away at Lakeview Specialty Hospital on Tuesday, May 8, 2018 due to complications with her lifelong struggle with asthma.
Dina was born in Racine on January 7, 1963 to Frank and Palma "Pam" (nee: Settimi) Bisotti. She attended the schools of Goodland, Dr. Jones, St. Lucy's and graduated...
