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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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Nickolas E. Krause
Jul 3, 2017
RACINE – Nickolas E. Krause, 24, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, July 3, 2017.
Nick was born in Racine on February 27, 1993, the son of Paul and Carrie (nee: Yarrington) Krause. He graduated from Norris High School in Mukwonago.
Nick was an outdoorsman and especially loved archery with his uncle, Scott (Lori) Yarrington. He...
Lois Helen Shaw
Jul 2, 2017
Lois Helen Roberts was born November 1, 1942 in Webster County, Mississippi to the union of Henry and Nora Purnell Roberts. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Riley T. Shaw; five brothers Joe Henry, James, Daniel, Paul, Jackie; son-in-law Stephen Jones; and her only sister Mary Elizabeth Jamerson.
Lois graduated from Webster County Training...
Donald Ernest Matt
Jul 1, 2017
Donald E. Matt, went to meet his Heavenly Father on Saturday, July 1, 2017. Don was born in Racine on November 28, 1941 the son of the late William and Willie Mae (nee: Davis) Matt.
Don graduated from William H. Horlick High School in 1960. He excelled in football, basketball, and baseball. He also excelled in these...
Joyce Nettie Larson
Jun 29, 2017
RACINE – Joyce Nettie Larson joined the Heavenly choir on June 29, 2017. She was born in Racine to Edward and Mary Jacobson of Franksville who preceded her in death along with brothers Merle and Donald, and sisters Viola Berg and Grace Stried. She spent her early years on the farm, found God as her personal Savior while attending...
Florence Pearl Hardy
Jun 29, 2017
Florence Pearl Hardy, 71, was called Home by her Loving Savior on June 29, 2017. She was born in Brandon, MS on May 8, 1946 the daughter of the late Lilton and Lela Mae (nee: Rogers) Myers.
She found Jesus at an early age. On December 31, 1966, she was united in marriage to Richard E. Hardy...
Anne W. Putra
Jun 29, 2017
Racine – Anne Putra (nee: Tajnai) went to be with the Lord on Thursday, June 29 th , 2017 at Aurora Medical Center in Kenosha, WI. She was 98 years old. Anne was born to Hungarian immigrants, Joseph and Theresa Tajnai (nee: Chaubey) on January 5 th , 1919 in Racine, WI at their home in Lakeside. She was...
James Edward Erickson
Jun 28, 2017
Kansasville – James Edward Erickson, age 84, passed away at Burlington Rehabilitation & Care Center on Wednesday, June 28, 2017.
Jim was born in Milwaukee on October 24, 1932 to the late George and Etta (nee: Ogla) Erickson. He proudly served our country with the United States Army in the Korean War. Upon returning from service in...
Elsie Ada Hartman
Jun 28, 2017
RACINE – Mrs. Elsie A. Hartman, 93, passed away at her residence on Wednesday, June 28, 2017.
She was born in Sampson, WI on January 10, 1924, the daughter of the late Robert E. and Ethel V. (nee: Tallman) Taylor. On May 22, 1948 she married Paul H. Hartman in Bloomer, WI. They moved to Racine after...
Wayne Fanning
Jun 26, 2017
Wayne Fanning, 78, died on Monday, June 26, 2017. He was born in Racine on March 7, 1939, son of the late Lester and Marie (nee: Zilke) Fanning.
Wayne graduated from Lutheran High School, and served in the Army. He was a big Packers fan, enjoyed the outdoors, and a reader of history.
He is...
Joe Pruitt, Jr.
Jun 26, 2017
Racine – Joe Pruitt, Jr.; age 73; passed away peacefully on Monday, June 26, 2017 at Ridgewood Care Center. Joe was born in Aberdeen, Mississippi on June 21, 1944 to Joseph Sr. and Callie (nee: Baylock) Pruitt.
Joe faithfully served our country with the United States Army in the Vietnam War. He was employed by JI Case...
Susan M. Krueger
Jun 26, 2017
Clintonville – Susan M. Krueger, formerly of Racine, passed away surrounded by the comfort of family on Monday, June 26, 2017 after an extended battle with brain cancer. She was 52. Susan was born in Milwaukee on March 22, 1965, the daughter of Elmer and Judith (nee: Zilke) Johnson. Susan graduated from Horlick High School in 1984, and worked...
Esther Rose Kiernan
Jun 21, 2017
RACINE – Mrs. Esther R. Kiernan, 84, passed away at Aurora Medical Center in Summit, WI on Wednesday, June 21, 2017 with her children by her side.
She was born in Racine on April 12, 1933, the daughter of the late John and Helen (nee: DeMark) LaBrasca. She graduated from St. Catherine's High School. On March 2,...
Emerson Erik Garcia
Jun 20, 2017
Racine – Emerson Erik Garcia, precious infant son of Erik and Rebekah (nee: Rivers) Garcia, was born into eternal life on Tuesday, June 20, 2017.
Surviving are his parents, Erik and Bekah; siblings, Elynn, Eli, Edison and Easton; grandparents, Emerick and Cheryl (nee: Pias) Garcia, Pat (nee: Tapp) Rivers, Bill Rivers; great-grandparents, Larry and Donna Pias, Esteban...
William H. Bean
Jun 20, 2017
Racine – William (Bill) Bean, 91, received the promise of eternal life on Tuesday, June 20, 2017. He was born in Mantachie, MS, on April 10, 1926, son of the late Wiley and Jennie Mae (Loden) Bean.
William was united in marriage to the love of his life, the former Josephine Wheeler, on March 19, 1945, in...
Robert Hartley Bell
Jun 19, 2017
Racine – Robert Hartley Bell, 60, passed away on June 19, 2017, after a two-year battle with cancer. He was born in Ontario, California, on November 5, 1956, son of Robert W. Bell and Sarah White (formerly Sarah Bell).
Robert was united in marriage to the love of his life, Jennifer E. Richter, on October 16, 1982,...
June Iris Silvers
Jun 18, 2017
RACINE – Mrs. June Iris Silvers, 82, passed away at her residence on Sunday, June 18, 2017.
She was born on June 1, 1935, the daughter of the late Theodore and Hilda Collins.
June enjoyed quilting, word searches and spending time with her family.
She is survived by her daughter, Wanda Silvers; her...
Amber Nichole Hetland
Jun 17, 2017
Racine – Amber Nichole Hetland, age 22, passed away after a tragic automobile accident with one of her dearest friends, Haley Montee, on Saturday, June 17, 2017. Amber was born in Racine, Wisconsin on December 19, 1994 at 1:57 p.m. to Angelica Marie (nee: Bruno) Flores and Paul Joseph Hetland.
Amber was a gifted artist who drew...
Carolyn Reams
Jun 14, 2017
Carolyn Reams, 69, was called Home by her Loving Savior on Wednesday, June 14, 2017. She was born in Crockett County, Tennessee on January 1, 1948 the daughter of the late Odell and Alberta (Nee: Hicks) Reams.
Ms. Carolyn accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior at an early age. After high school, she attended Art...
James Coleman
Jun 11, 2017
James Coleman, age 70, passed away on Sunday morning, June 11, 2017. James was born in Helena, Arkansas on August 18, 1946, the son of Prophetess Martha (Nee: Coleman) Payne and the late Edgar Brown, Sr.
He was educated in Helena school and moved to Chicago in 1967. James accepted Christ at an early age, under the...
Marvin Arthur Osenga
Jun 10, 2017
Racine – Marvin Arthur Osenga, 85, received the promise of eternal life on Saturday, June 10, 2017. He was born in the family farm house in Dover, WI, on May 18, 1932, son of the late Andrew and Caroline (née: Bauer) Osenga.
Marvin was united in marriage to the love of his life, the former Charlotte Marie...
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