Obituaries

Mar 20, 2017

Mary Ann Graves, 80, passed way in the United Hospital System-Kenosha Campus on Monday, March 20, 2017. She was born in Racine on August 19, 1936 the daughter of the late Andrew and Anna (Nee: Luncner) Koretchko.

On July 29, 1961, at Pentecost Evangelical Lutheran Church, she was united in marriage to Gordon Graves, and together they...

Mar 19, 2017

WILD ROSE (formerly of Racine) – Edward E. Casperson, 93, passed away peacefully at his residence at Rosemore Village in Wild Rose on Sunday, March 19, 2017.

He was born in Sturtevant on February 16, 1924, the son of the late Thomas and Elizabeth (nee: Quade) Casperson.   He retired from Racine Plating after 40 years of employment....

Mar 19, 2017

Racine – Jeffery Russell O'Claire, affectionately known to many as "Ogie", age 53, passed away unexpectedly in his sleep on Sunday, March 19, 2017.

A lifetime resident, Jeff was born in Racine on December 16, 1963 to Russell and Roberta "Bobbie" (nee: Rehbein) O'Claire. He was a graduate of JI Case High School "Class of 1982".

Mar 18, 2017

Infant Kalaijah Lapaige Naomi Graham, gained her Heavenly Wings on Saturday, March 18, 2017, at the age 9 months.  A Celebration of Her Life will be held on Friday, March 24, 2017, 5:00pm in the funeral home chapel.  Visitation will in the chapel from 4:00pm until the time of service.  Rev. Daryn D. Crenshaw will be officiating.

Mar 17, 2017

Racine – Marlene June Holbrook, 64, received the promise of eternal life on Friday, March 17, 2017.  She was born in Racine on December 26, 1952, daughter of Kenneth Eugene and Iva Dell (nee: LaRose) Ager.

Marlene was united in marriage to the love of her life, Jesse Willard Holbrook, on June 28, 1980, at Calvary Baptist...

Mar 17, 2017

RACINE – Mr. Paul E. Cole, 54, passed away at Ascension All Saints on Friday, March 17, 2017.

He was born in Centerville, IL on October 18, 1962, the son of George W. and Nancy Ruth (nee: Sanders) Cole, Sr.  He worked as a skilled carpenter and was known by many for his craft.  Paul was a...

Mar 17, 2017

David Lee Nelson, age 66, passed away at Becker Schoop Center in Mt. Pleasant, WI.  A private service was held by the family.

Mar 16, 2017

Racine – Anthony Pierce McClure, 69, received the promise of eternal life on Thursday, March 16, 2017.

A celebration of Anthony's life and homegoing will be held on Thursday, March 23, 2017, 12:00pm, at Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home and Crematory, 4600 County Line Road. Visitation will be from 11:00am until the time of the service. Burial will be...

Mar 16, 2017

Laurice C. Lillich, passed away at her home on Thursday, March 16, 2017, at the age of 85. She was born in St. Paul, Minnesota, raised in Superior, Wisconsin, and spent many happy times with her Finnish grandparents and relatives in Ely, Minnesota.

Laurice received a teaching degree from Superior State Teacher's College (now UW-Superior)....

Mar 14, 2017

Racine – Joseph Robert Kopecky Jr., 70, passed away unexpectedly at All Saints hospital on Tuesday, March 14, 2017. He was born in Roseau, Minnesota on September 21, 1946, son of the late Joseph Robert and Vivian (nee: Hoosier) Kopecky Sr. Not long after graduating from Park High School he entered the US Army and served with the 1st...

Mar 13, 2017

KENOSHA  – Beloved mother and nana, Vera Angelina Thompson, 94, passed away at home on March 13, 2017 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on Nov. 18, 1922 in Kenosha. From a young age, Vera was an avid reader, excelled in school, receiving straight A's and was independent, being the youngest of three raised by her Italian...

Mar 12, 2017

Racine – Raul Valadez, age 59, passed away unexpectedly, yet peacefully, at his home on Sunday, March 12, 2017.

Raul was born in Milwaukee on August 8, 1957 to Ygnacio and Mary (nee: Alvarez) Valadez. He faithfully served our country with the US Army National Guard from 1974-1980. Raul was a graduate of Gateway Technical College with...

Mar 12, 2017

RACINE – Pauline Marie Gibson passed away peacefully on March 12, 2017 in Racine at Ridgewood Care Center. She was 73 years old.  She was a resident of Racine for 56 years.  She worked for J.I. Case from 1961 until her retirement in 2001, starting as a keypunch operator and ending her career as a supervisor running mainframe computers....

Mar 12, 2017

There was a great banquet in Heaven Sunday, March 12, 2017 when Helen Anzalone walked through St. Peter's gate.   Many friends and relatives have been awaiting her arrival, especially her dearest friend, Jesus. The daughter of Julius and Elsie Speigel, Helen was born December 2, 1915 in Lansing, Michigan and, at the age of 3, moved to Racine, Wisconsin...

Mar 11, 2017

Racine -Josephine Anna Mueller Karls, 96, passed away on March 11, 2017 in the Wisconsin Veterans Home in Union Grove with family members by her side. Born on December 22, 1920 to Peter and Mary Mueller in Somers, WI on the farm still owned by her brother Edwin (Red), she was the youngest of nine children. She went to...

Mar 10, 2017

Lee C. Lundberg, 82, passed away, unexpectedly, at his residence on Friday, March 10, 2017. He was born in Chicago, IL on January 10, 1935 the son of the late Charles and Lucille (Nee: Daniels) Lundberg.

The family moved to Racine when Lee was a young boy. He graduated from Washington Park High School. Shortly after graduation...

Mar 10, 2017

RACINE – Mr. Joe Jackson, 67, passed away at his home on Friday, March 10, 2017.

A lifelong resident of Racine, he was born on July 22, 1949, the son of Eurvee and Lynn (nee: Harris) Jackson.  Joe attended Horlick High School.

He retired from AMC/Chrysler in 1988 after 18 years of service.  Joe had...

Mar 9, 2017

Sturtevant – Rowland "Rollie" Melvin Rick, age 72, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday afternoon, March 9, 2017.

Rollie was born in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan on January 23, 1945 to the late Marlin and Beatrice (nee: Allen) Rick. On May 7, 1966, Rollie was united in marriage with Doris Amanda (nee: Umgelter) Rick, who...

Mar 6, 2017

Andre Tucker, age 52, passed away on Monday, March 6, 2017 at Ascension All Saints Hospital in Racine, Wisconsin.  Andre was born on April 8, 1964 to Theodore R. Tucker and Martha A. Tucker in Racine, Wisconsin.

Andre received his formal education in the Racine Unified School District.  He accepted the Lord as his personal Savior at...

Mar 3, 2017

Racine – Chad Christopher Ronning, 39, met with his Lord and Savior on March 3, 2017. He was born in Brookfield on December 23, 1977, son of Darryl and Jill (nee: Faust) Ronning.

Chad graduated from Heritage Christian in New Berlin in 1996. He then received his Bachelor's degree from Carroll College in 2000. Chad was united...