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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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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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Jere'Miah Orlando Lynn Pitt
Jul 12, 2017
Racine – Jere'Miah Orlando Lynn Pitt, 3, went home to the Lord on Wednesday, July 12, 2017. He was born in Racine on November 30, 2013, son of Jeffrey Lynn Pitt and Lakia Laniesha Russell.
Jere'Miah was a sweet boy who could bring a smile to anyone's face. He enjoyed splashing in the water and loved playing...
Clarence Joseph Gissel
Jul 8, 2017
Bellingham, Washington: Clarence Joseph Gissel, 87, went home to be with our Lord Jesus Christ on Saturday, July 8, 2017 at Whatcom Hospice House in Bellingham, Washington. He was born July 4, 1930 in Racine to the late Mary Francis Gissel and Stevan Kikosicki. Clarence attended grade school at Saint Stanislaus Catholic School and graduated from Washington...
Jean Laverne Fischer
Jul 6, 2017
Jean Laverne Fischer (Miller) was born March 19 th , 1933 to Louise and Frank Miller of Kenosha, WI. Jean was a devout Catholic who belonged to St. Richard's parish (formerly Holy Name) her entire life. Her faith was evident to all who knew her, and on July 6 th , 2017 after 84 years on His earth, God...
Michelle Marie Johnson, M.D.
Jul 6, 2017
OCONOMOWOC – Michelle M. Johnson, 48, passed away at home, surrounded by her family, on Thursday, July 6, 2017. She lost her battle with cancer but she fought the good fight, finished the race and kept the faith (2 Timothy 4:7).
Michelle was born in Racine on June 25, 1969. She graduated from Park High School in...
Daryle Keith Neal, Jr.
Jul 4, 2017
Racine – Daryle Keith Neal, Jr., age 14, passed away unexpectedly as the result of a tragic accident on the Root River on Tuesday, July 4, 2017.
D.J. was born in Racine on May 13, 2003 to Daryle K. Neal, Sr. and Linda S. (nee: Petersen) Neal. He attended McKinley Middle School and was preparing to begin...
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