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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Leo Edward Puerner

Leo Edward Puerner

Aug 1, 2017

Kenosha – Leo Edward Puerner, 76, received the promise of eternal life on Tuesday, August 1, 2017.  He was born in Milwaukee on January 22, 1941, son of the late Harold and Cecelia (née: Stein) Puerner.

Leo was united in marriage to the love of his life, the former Janice Mary Hanson, on October 7, 1961, in...

Joseph Charles Cucunato

Joseph Charles Cucunato

Aug 1, 2017

SOMERS – Joseph Charles Cucunato, 84, passed away peacefully and surrounded by his loving family on August 1, 2017.

Joseph was born in Kenosha and was the son of the late Charles and Frances (nee: Loizzo) Cucunato. He graduated from St. Catherine's High School in Racine in 1951 and was an outstanding athlete for St. Catherine's. After...

Jennifer Melissa Pettigrew

Jennifer Melissa Pettigrew

Jul 29, 2017

Jennifer Melissa (Cook) Pettigrew, age 49, peacefully went home to be with our Lord on Saturday, July 29, 2017, at Froedtert Hospital in Wauwatosa, WI.

Jennifer was born on January 13, 1968, in Taylor, MS.  At an early age, Jennifer was baptized and united with North Hopewell Missionary Baptist Church in Taylor. She was educated in the...

Veda Van Allen

Veda Van Allen

Jul 29, 2017

Racine – Veda E. Van Allen, age 92, passed away on Saturday, July 29, 2017, in the presence of loved ones, after a short illness. She was born on December 1, 1924 in Stevens Point. Veda was the daughter of the late Mabel I. (Newby) and Elmer T. Eskritt.

Veda met her future husband, Curtis Van Allen,...

James Marvin Lail

James Marvin Lail

Jul 28, 2017

Sheboygan – James Marvin Lail, formerly of Racine, passed at the Select Specialty Hospital in West Allis on Friday July 28, 2017. He was born in Dayton, Ohio on February 2, 1942, son of the late Charles and Norma (nee: Mann) Lail. He was 75. Following his graduation from high school, Jim enlisted into the US Air Force where...

Janet Venegas

Janet Venegas

Jul 27, 2017

RACINE – Janet Venegas (Davis), age 72, passed away on July 27, 2017.  On November 20, 1944, Janet was born to Edward and Rose Kober (nee: Lenart) in Kenosha, WI.  Janet was married to Raymond Venegas for 25 years.  She worked at Surgitek.

Janet had a strong love for children. Prior to moving back to Wisconsin from...

Willie Edward Mcdonald

Willie Edward Mcdonald

Jul 26, 2017

Racine – Willie Edward McDonald Sr. 77, passed away at Seasons Hospice in Waukesha on Wednesday, July 26, 2017, He was born in Desoto, Mississippi on June 1, 1940, son of the late Wilmer and Annie (nee: Cooley) McDonald. Willie moved to Racine in 1959 and began working at JI Case, retiring in 1992. He also spent 17 years...

Lorraine "Lori" Helen Lasken

Lorraine "Lori" Helen Lasken

Jul 25, 2017

Lorraine "Lori" Lasken, age 91, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Tuesday, July 25, 2017. Lori was born in Chicago on September 19, 1925 to the late Leo and Helen (nee: Daszkowski) Kantorski.

Lori lived in Chicago her entire life until moving to Waterford, WI in 2010 to be closer to her son. She was...

John Allan Willis

John Allan Willis

Jul 25, 2017

Racine – John Allan Willis, age 70, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded with the love of family, on Tuesday, July 25, 2017 following a brief battle with liver cancer.

A lifetime resident, John was born in Racine on September 13, 1946 to Allen and Frances (nee: Castroreale) Willis. He graduated from St. Catherine's High School in...

Marion Rose Stanton

Marion Rose Stanton

Jul 24, 2017

Racine – Marion Rose (nee: Meyer) Stanton, age 91, was born into eternal life, while surrounded by her loving family, on Monday, July 24, 2017.

Marion was born in Sturtevant on July 19, 1926 to the late Theodore B. and Anastasia (nee: Vrana) Meyer. She was a graduate of William Horlick High School "Class of 1943" –...

Richard Dale Hughes

Richard Dale Hughes

Jul 24, 2017

Richard D. Hughes, 81, passed away at his residence, on Monday, July 24, 2017, with his loving family at his side. Dick was born in Waukegan, IL on October 24, 1935 the son of the late Marshall and Dorothy (nee: Hall) Hughes.

On November 19, 1960, in St. George Catholic Church, Dick was united in marriage to...

Harry Wayne Nielsen

Harry Wayne Nielsen

Jul 23, 2017

MOUNT PLEASANT – Harry W. Nielsen, 84, passed away at Ascension All Saints on Sunday, July 23, 2017.

He was born in Racine on August 13, 1932, the son of Roy and Eleanor (nee: Bishop) Nielsen.  Harry graduated from Washington Park High School before serving his nation with the U.S. Army during the Korean War.  On July...

Elois Carter

Elois Carter

Jul 23, 2017

Racine- Elois Carter, age of 74, passed away on Sunday, July 23, 2017 at her residence peacefully and surrounded by family.

She was born in Summit, Mississippi on September 25, 1942 to the late Theodore and Lula (nee: Watkins) Carter. She was united in marriage to Clenard Hardy, Sr. and into this union seven children were born....

Corrine Elaine Hargrow

Corrine Elaine Hargrow

Jul 21, 2017

Corrine Elaine Hargrow

Racine, Wisconsin – Corrine Elaine Hargrow, 54, of Racine went home to her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on July 21, 2017. She was born in Racine on August 6, 1962, the daughter of Frank and Edna (nee: Martin) Hargrove.

Corrine had a strong faith in God and loved to...

Gary Thomas Maresh

Gary Thomas Maresh

Jul 19, 2017

Racine – Gary Thomas Maresh, 48, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 19, 2017.  He was born in Racine, on January 14, 1969, son of Thomas and Judith (Née: Lui) Maresh.

Gary graduated from Park High School in 1987.  He most recently worked for Nestlé in Burlington.  Gary also was a kennel owner and dog trainer at...

Richard Friso

Richard Friso

Jul 14, 2017

Richard C. Friso, 48, passed away on Friday July 14, 2017 at his residence. He was born in Racine on July 22, 1968, the son of the late Joseph and Mary (nee Willing) Friso. Richard was a member of Park High School Class of 1986, and was employed at In-Sink-Erator for more than 20 years.

Richard loved...

Thomas Clark Nyman

Thomas Clark Nyman

Jul 14, 2017

Thomas C. Nyman, 73, passed away in the Racine Commons, on Friday, July 14,2017. He was born in Appleton, WI on November 21, 1943 the son of Clifford John and (Mae Frances) Nyman.

Thomas received his associate degree from the Fox Valley Wisconsin Technical College. He served his country with the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War....

Colvin Nunn

Colvin Nunn

Jul 13, 2017

Colvin Nunn, 95, was called home by his Loving Savior on Thursday, July 13, 2017. He was born in Crockett County, TN on July 3, 1922 the son of the late Charlie and Sarah (nee: Tatum) Nunn.

He had been employed by A.M.C. for over 30 years. Mr. Nunn had been a member of Searching Together Church,...

Jeremy Joseph Yust

Jeremy Joseph Yust

Jul 13, 2017

RACINE – Jeremy J. Yust, 40, passed away at Froedtert Memorial Hospital on July 13, 2017 after a two year battle with glioblastoma.

He was born in Racine on October 4, 1976, the son of David and Eva (nee: Krezinski) Yust.  He graduated from Horlick High School.

Jeremy was passionate about football and baseball and...

Nikesha Genelle Gilliam

Nikesha Genelle Gilliam

Jul 13, 2017

Nikesha Genelle (nee: Nash) Gilliam, 43, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, July 13, 2017.

Nikesha was born in Racine on February 11, 1974 to Kenneth (Barb) Nash and the late Doris (nee: Turner) Nash-Veasey.  She has resided in Racine for over 40 years.  Nikesha held numerous jobs as a Certified Nursing Assistant.

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