Michael Allen Draves
Oct 28, 2025
RACINE – Michael A. Draves, 72, passed away at Ascension All Saints on Tuesday, October 28, 2025.
He was born on April 8, 1953, the son of Frederick and Irene (nee: Braun) Draves, III. He graduated from JI Case High School in 1971. In his early years, Michael enjoyed being a member of the Racine Kilties.
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Pedro "Pete" L. Murillo
Oct 25, 2025
Pedro L Murillo "Pete", age 95, of Racine WI, passed away at home on Saturday, October 25, 2025.
He was born in Chicago Illinois on January 3, 1930 to the late Luis and Petra (nee: Lamas) Muro Murillo. Beginning at age 17, he worked at JI Case for 50 years until his retirement.
Pedro was...
Clarence O. Stapleman
Oct 24, 2025
Racine – Clarence O. Stapleman, age 89, passed away at home, surrounded with the love of family, early Friday, October 24, 2025.
A lifetime resident, Clarence was born in Racine on August 2, 1936 to the late Clarence O. Stapleman Sr. and Mary Ann (nee: Kissh) Stapleman. He was a 1954 graduate of St. Catherine's High School....
Bruce Robert Schatzman, Sr.
Oct 21, 2025
Bruce Robert Schatzman Sr, 77, of Racine, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on October 21, 2025.
Bruce was born June 17, 1948, in Racine, Wisconsin, the son of Delbert and Thelma (Gilbertson) Schatzman. He graduated from Park High School in 1966 and was a long time employee of Racine Hydraulics. Bruce married Trudy (Burdick) on June 28, 1969,...
Marie Antoinette Feigel
Oct 21, 2025
Mount Pleasant – Marie Antoinette Feigel, age 87, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 after being diagnosed with a cancerous brain tumor.
Marie was born in the Town of Wood, Wisconsin on May 6, 1938 to the late Henry and Michaline "Lina" (nee: Dolata) Drechsler. A graduate of Mary Heart High School, Marie...
Willie Pearl Vaughn
Oct 21, 2025
Willie Pearl Vaughn, age 95, passed away at Ridgewood Care Center on October 21, 2025.
She was born in St. Louis, MO to William and Annie (nee: Copening) Buckley. She was raised by her maternal grandparents in Colp, IL after the deaths of her parents. She attended Attucks Grade School and Herrin High School in Herrin, IL. ...
Kristen Nicole Manderfield
Oct 20, 2025
Kristen Manderfield passed away peacefully in Kenosha, Wisconsin, on October 20, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with addiction. Though she fought hard at times to overcome her struggles, the pain of her past was a heavy burden she could not fully escape.
She was born in Kenosha on Christmas Day 1985, the daughter of the...
Richard Kenneth Jones Sr.
Oct 20, 2025
A second link of the chain was broken from the offspring of Youla V. Jones when Richard departed this earth on Monday, October 20, 2025. Richard Kenneth Jones was born on June 28, 1971 to Youla V. Jones and Richard Kenneth Tolbert. He was the last-born child of his mother's five children. In the winter of 1979, his mother...
Jose Raul Martinez, Sr.
Oct 20, 2025
Jose Raul Martinez, Sr., age 81, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, October 20, 2025.
Jose was born in Laredo, Texas to Concepcion and Eleuteria (nee: Balderas) Martinez. Jose was united in marriage with Francisca Trujillo on July 16, 1962. He was employed by JI Case, retiring after 28 years. Among his interests, Jose loved dancing...
Karen Sue Niemi
Oct 20, 2025
In Loving Memory of Karen Sue Niemi June 29, 1966 – October 20, 2025
Karen Sue Niemi, 59, of Racine, passed away on October 20, 2025, at Ascension, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on June 29, 1966, in Racine, Karen spent her life in the community she loved, bringing warmth, laughter, and...
Tyrinia Octavia Tyler
Oct 19, 2025
Tyrinia Octavia Tyler graced the world with her presence on July 23, 1976 to Laura Beavers and Chester Tyler Jr. in Racine, WI. She unexpectedly passed away on October 19, 2025.
Tyrinia went to Horlick High School and went on to continue her education at Gateway Technical College where she received her GED and CNA certification. She...
Shelly "Nelly" La Nettie Martin
Oct 18, 2025
Shelly La Nettie Martin, age 58, transitioned to be with our Lord and Savior on Saturday, October 18, 2025, in Kenosha, WI. She was born on January 26, 1967, in Racine, WI, to Bishop C. and Georgia Queen E. (nee: Smith) Martin.
Shelly, affectionately known as "Nelly" was educated in the Racine Unified School System. Growing up,...
Diane Sherrice Thomas
Oct 18, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Diane Sherrice Thomas, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, who entered eternal rest on October 18, 2025, at the age of 71. Born in Chicago, Illinois, on June 18, 1954, Diane was a woman of grace, strength, and unwavering faith – a nurturer whose love extended...
Gregory "Ollie" Allen Schuster
Oct 16, 2025
KENOSHA – Gregory "Ollie" Schuster, 64, passed away peacefully at Froedtert South – Pleasant Prairie Campus on Thursday, October 16, 2025.
Born in Racine on August 28, 1961, to the late Joseph and Jacqueline (nee Vogelman) Schuster, Ollie grew up surrounded by family, faith, and a love for the outdoors. He worked for United Van...
Mamie Louise Crawford
Oct 15, 2025
Mamie Louise Crawford, age 93, passed away peacefully at home surrounded with the love of children, family, and friends, early on Wednesday, October 15, 2025.
Mamie Louise Crawford was born October 9, 1932 to parents, Spora Robinson and Jesse Merriweather in Memphis, TN. Among her many interests, she enjoyed riding horses (her horse was named Pearl); she...
Charlene Ann Foertsch
Oct 14, 2025
RACINE – Mrs. Charlene A. Foertsch, 78, passed away at her residence on Tuesday, October 14, 2025.
A lifelong resident of Racine, Char was born on July 25, 1947, the daughter of the late James and Emma (nee Gerber) Baird. She graduated from Racine Lutheran High School in 1965.
Char married the love of her...
Stephen Paul Spearman
Oct 14, 2025
Stephen "Steve" Paul Spearman
September 8, 1960 – October 14, 2025
Stephen "Steve" Paul Spearman, age 65, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, October 14, 2025. Born in Chicago, Illinois, on September 8, 1960, he was the beloved son of the late Madison Herron and the late Elizabeth (Williams) Spearman.
Steve...
Jeanette Gladys Seefeldt
Oct 13, 2025
STURTEVANT – Jeanette Gladys (nee: Polzin) Seefeldt, age 90, passed away at Aurora Medical Center – Mount Pleasant on Monday, October 13, 2025.
Jeanette was born in Racine, WI on August 30, 1935 to the late Vernon Carl Polzin and Ruby Violet (nee: Allert) Polzin. Her first husband, Richard Saynay, died suddenly in an automobile accident in...
Claude "Skipp" Worden
Oct 12, 2025
Claude "Skipp" Worden, 57, passed away, unexpectedly, from complications following surgery. He was born in Racine, WI on October 18, 1967, the son of Claude M. Worden and Linda L. (nee: Fergus) Brown.
Skipp started his educational journey at J.I. Case High School. He was the Executive Chef for the Racine Marriott of New Castle Hotels &...
Gary Paul Osadsky
Oct 12, 2025
Gary Paul Osadsky, a lifelong resident of Racine, Wisconsin, passed away on October 12, 2025, at the age of 93. Born in Racine on May 3, 1932, Gary was the only son of the late Paul Osadsky and Venitta (Thompson) Osadsky, and beloved brother to the late Dawn Kawa (Osadsky).
Gary's life was filled with simple joys...
