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.

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James Arthur Woodward

James Arthur Woodward

May 8, 2018

Mount Pleasant – James Arthur Woodward passed away at home on Tuesday, May 8, 2018 with family at his side. He was born in Racine, at St. Luke's Hospital on January 31, 1934 to the late Frances Glad Peterson Woodward and Earl Reynold Woodward.  Jim attended Fratt Elementary, McKinley Junior High and Washington Park High School, where he was...

Michael Anthony Sciarra

Michael Anthony Sciarra

May 7, 2018

KENOSHA – Michael A. Sciarra, 54, passed away at Froedtert South – St. Catherine's Campus on Monday, May 7, 2018.

He was born in Kenosha on May 25, 1963, the son of Ralph A. and Susan M. (nee: Cosentino) Sciarra.  He graduated from Tremper High School in 1981 and played on the 1979 and 1980 state champion...

Marco Antonio Garcia

Marco Antonio Garcia

May 6, 2018

Racine – Marco Antonio Garcia, 53, received the promise of eternal life on Sunday, May 6, 2018, surrounded by the love of his family.  He was born in Racine on April 1, 1965, son of the late Alfredo and Eileen (Née: Herrera) Garcia.  Marco was united in marriage on May 25, 2002, to the former Margaret Elizabeth Fleming, in...

Virginia Eileen Jensen

Virginia Eileen Jensen

May 6, 2018

Racine – Virginia Eileen Jensen, 90, found peace with the Lord on Sunday, May 6, 2018. Born in Racine on June 19, 1927, she was the daughter of the late John and Helga (nee: Andersen) Haskell. She was a graduate of Park High School. Virginia was married to Joseph Bequeaith from 1948 until his death in 1976. She later...

Wilda Louise Thomas

Wilda Louise Thomas

May 4, 2018

Racine – Wilda Louise (Rae) Thomas, 84, passed away on Friday, May 4, 2018 at Franciscan Villa in South Milwaukee. She was born in Columbus, Mississippi on March 6, 1934, daughter of the late Joseph Alexander and Sarah Williams. Wilda was a resident of Racine from 1951-1970, Milwaukee from 1970-2003, and then returned to Racine.

Wilda will...

Willie Hayes Pannell Jr.

Willie Hayes Pannell Jr.

May 3, 2018

Willie Hayes Pannell Jr., 71, was called home by his Loving Savior on Thursday, May 3, 2018. He was born in Tupelo, MS, on January 14, 1948, the son of the late Willie H. and Emma (nee: Ramsey) Pannell Sr.

Mr. Pannell received Jesus Christ as his Savior under the leadership of his uncle, Apostle George F....

Louis Anthony Kritz

Louis Anthony Kritz

May 3, 2018

Louis A. Kritz, beloved husband, loving father and grandfather, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 3, 2018 at age 90 surrounded by family.  Formerly of Mukwonago, born in Oshkosh on October 14, 1927 to the late Lewis and Jeanette (nee: Baier) Kritz.  He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Dorene Kritz; children Michael (Pam) Kritz and Donna...

Brandon Leshawn Corey Dear

Brandon Leshawn Corey Dear

May 3, 2018

Racine – On April 13, 1988 in Chicago, Illinois, Our God In Heaven loaned and Blessed the union of Steven Dear and Yvette Mullins with their beloved Son, Brandon Leshawn Corey Dear. On May 2, 2018, God decided that Brandon had suffered long enough.

He was introduced to Christ at an early age, under the guidance of...

Phillip Glenn Claybrook

Phillip Glenn Claybrook

May 3, 2018

Racine – Mr. Phillip Glenn Claybrook, aka "Tin Man," passed away on May 3, 2018, at the age of 55 at Ascension All Saints Hospital.

Phillip was born in Friendship, TN on October 14, 1962 to the late Willie C. Claybrook, and to the late Dorothy Williams. He attended the Racine Unified schools where he participated in...

Catherine M. Anderson

Catherine M. Anderson

May 2, 2018

MOUNT PLEASANT – Catherine M. (Clementi) Anderson, 87, passed away unexpectedly at Ascension All Saints on Tuesday, May 2, 2018.

She was born November 25, 1930 in Racine, WI, to Vincenzo and Giuseppina Clementi.  She married Russell J. Anderson on October 26, 1968 at St. Rita's Church, who preceded her in death on October 28, 1989.  She...

Joanne Harriet Boughton

Joanne Harriet Boughton

May 2, 2018

JoAnne Harriet Boughton, 85, passed away at Select Specialty Hospital – Milwaukee – St. Francis on May 2, 2018 following a long and hard-fought illness. She was born in Racine on July 15, 1932, daughter of the late Charles and Margaret (nee: Ellis) Hunn. On January 25, 1951, in the St. Rose Catholic Church Rectory, she was married to...

Charles Michael Hunter Jr.

Charles Michael Hunter Jr.

May 1, 2018

Charles Michael Hunter Jr., age 58, passed away on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 at Froedtert South Kenosha Medical Center in Kenosha, Wisconsin.  A Celebration of his life will be held on Wednesday, May 9, 2018 11:00am. Visitation will be in the funeral home chapel from 10:00 until the time of service.  Rev.Dr. Daryn D. Crenshaw will be officiating.

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James Edward Malnar, Ii

James Edward Malnar, Ii

Apr 30, 2018

RACINE – James Edward Malnar, II, 25, passed away as a result of a motorcycle accident on Monday, April 30, 2018. He passed away with his family by his side, holding his hand.

A lifetime resident of Racine, James was born on January 20, 1993.  He graduated from JI Case High School in 2011 and attended Gateway...

Darrell William Benning, Sr.

Darrell William Benning, Sr.

Apr 29, 2018

STURTEVANT – Darrell W. Benning, Sr., 80, passed away at Hospice House in Pleasant Prairie on Sunday, April 29, 2018.

He was born in Racine on June 27, 1937, the son of the late William and Rose (nee: Burmeister) Benning.  Darrell graduated from Washington Park High School in 1955.  On September 10, 1958 he married Patricia Lee...

Ann Catherine Krekling

Ann Catherine Krekling

Apr 28, 2018

Ann (Née: Cardiff) Krekling, 82, passed away surrounded by the love of her children at The Villa at Lincoln Park on Saturday, April 28, 2018. She was born in Racine, Wisconsin on July 31, 1935, daughter of the late J. Burton and Gladys (Née: Beveridge) Cardiff.

Ann lived in Sturtevant and Racine her entire life. She worked...

David Chester Bolewski, Sr.

David Chester Bolewski, Sr.

Apr 26, 2018

RACINE – David C. Bolewski, Sr., 79, passed away at his home surrounded by family on Thursday, April 26, 2018.

He was born in Milwaukee on July 10, 1938, the son of the late Walter and Margaret (nee: Smikowski) Bolewski.   David was a proud graduate of Pius XI High School, Class of 1956.  He married Joan Haakenson...

Ruth Ann Fangmeier

Ruth Ann Fangmeier

Apr 24, 2018

KENOHSA – Dr. Ruth A. Fangmeier, 69, passed away on Tuesday, April 24, 2018.

She was born in Cleveland, OH on October 22, 1948, the daughter of the late Russell and Elsie (nee: Plitt) Fangmeier.

Ruth received her undergraduate degree in education from Bowling Green State University, her Masters in Social Work from Catholic University...

Shelby Jean Bohn

Shelby Jean Bohn

Apr 23, 2018

Nekoosa – Shelby Jean Bohn, 79, received the promise of eternal life on Monday, April 23, 2018, at home surrounded by the love of her family.  She was born in Racine on September 13, 1938, daughter of the late Russell and Louise (née: Uttech) Keebler.

Shelby was united in marriage to the love of her life, Donald...

Idelle Boutwell Reams

Idelle Boutwell Reams

Apr 21, 2018

Idelle Boutwell Reams, age 75, received her diamond crown on Saturday, April 21, 2018.  Born April 28, 1942 and was welcomed to the kingdom by her father, Hughie Allen and her mother, Essie Denelle Barnes.

She was born in Selma, Alabama on April 28, 1942, the daughter of Essie D. Barnes and Hughie Allen Sr. She received...

Marsha Jean Heinrich

Marsha Jean Heinrich

Apr 20, 2018

Racine – Marsha Jean (nee: Londre) Heinrich, age 69, passed away suddenly, yet peacefully, at Ascension All Saints Hospital on Friday, April 20, 2018 following a brief battle with liver cancer.

Marsha was born in Racine on August 11, 1948 to the late Harvey and Ruth (nee: Maier) Londre. She was a 1966 graduate of St. Catherine's...

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