Obituaries

Feb 15, 2017

Toby C. Laurie, 46, passed away unexpectedly in the United Hospital System-Kenosha Campus on Wednesday, February 15, 2017. He was born in McHenry, Illinois on July 26, 1970, the son of the late Robert and Linda (nee: Raynes) Laurie.

Toby worked in the construction industry. He enjoyed working with his hands and shooting pool.

Surviving...

Feb 14, 2017

Racine – Patricia Ann Hallman, 74, received the promise of eternal life on Tuesday, February 14, 2017, at Ridgewood Care Center. She was born in Racine on September 18, 1942.

Pat was an LPN for Westview Nursing Home and was an owner/operator for S&P Trucking. Pat loved fishing and being on the water. She enjoyed crocheting and...

Feb 14, 2017

Robert L. Gray passed away Tuesday, February 14, 2017 at his residence in Racine, WI. He was born September 8, 1939 to Lewis and Margaret (nee: Milton) Gray in Jackson, MS.

Robert relocated to Racine in 1957 and was employed by Silver Steele as a Crane Operator for 23 years. He was also employed with the County...

Feb 12, 2017

RACINE – Mrs. Mamie O. Castor, 99, passed away at Becker Shoop Center on Sunday, February 12, 2017.

She was born in Macon, MS on November 21, 1917, the daughter of Wess and Mamie Riley.  Mamie retired from Southern Colony and was a longtime member of Wayman AME Church.

She is survived by her son,...

Feb 11, 2017

Racine – Sylvia Vivian (Tamm) Mueller Petersen, age 94, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family at Casa Del Mare on Saturday, February 11, 2017.

Sylvia was born in Franksville, WI on September 23, 1922, daughter of the late Ida and William Tamm. She was a graduate of St. Catherine's High School.  United in Marriage to Clement Anthony...

Feb 11, 2017

Racine – Minnie Louise Watson was born August 20, 1935 to the union of Currie L. and Rosie L. (nee: Byrd) Naylor in DeKalb, Mississippi. She received her formal education from the DeKalb School System and furthered her education by attending and graduating with an Associate Degree in Education from Milwaukee Area Technical College with honors and making the...

Feb 11, 2017

Kenosha – Sean Michael Bialas, age 23, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, February 11, 2017 at his residence.  A Celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, February 25, 2017, 6:00pm in the Chapel of Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home. Visitation will be in the funeral home from 4:00pm until the time of service.

Funeral –...

Feb 11, 2017

Thomas Robert Richards, 72, passed away in Kenosha on February 11, 2017. He was born in Kenosha and graduated from Washington Park High School in Racine. Tom joined the Marines in 1962, and was a disabled Vietnam veteran. He was married 10 years and divorced before moving back to Wisconsin. He is survived by his 3 sisters, Betty (Bill)...

Feb 8, 2017

Irene (nee: McClain) Powell, age 89, was called Home by her Loving Savior on Wednesday, February 8, 2017.  A Celebration of her life and Homegoing will be held on Saturday, February 18, 2017, 10:00am at Second Baptist Church, 3925 32 nd Ave, Kenosha, WI. Visitation will be at the church from 9:00am until the time of service.  Interment will...

Feb 7, 2017

Union Grove – Nancy L. Toothman, 77, formerly of Racine passed away at Burlington Memorial Hospital on Tuesday, February 7, 2017 and was welcomed into the kingdom of Heaven. She was born in Racine on January 22, 1940, the daughter of the late Raymond and Hazel (nee: Potter) Overturf. Nancy was married to Richard Redding for nearly 40 years...

Feb 7, 2017

Marcell David "Nu Nu" Brice, age 23 passed away on Tuesday, February 7, 2017.  He was born on September 22, 1993 to Nicole Rene Brice and David Staples in Chicago, IL.

Marcell attended Mahone Middle School and Reuther Central High.  In 2013 he enlisted into the US Navy.  He was currently enrolled at UW Waukesha majoring in...

Feb 6, 2017

RACINE – Kevin Michael Overturf, 50, passed away unexpectedly at his residence on Monday, February 6, 2017.

He was born in Racine on January 16, 1967, the son of John Overturf and Gail Hegeman.

Kevin worked for Pack-Rite for over 20 years.  He enjoyed NASCAR, the Green Bay Packers, vanning club, barbequing, pig roasts and...

Feb 5, 2017

Reginald Dean Wyatt Sr., age 73, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 5, 2017 at Ascension All Saints Hospital with his family by his side.  A Memorial Service for Reginald will be held at Buona Vita Restaurant, 3701 Durand Avenue on Wednesday, Feb. 8 th at 12:00pm. You're invited to visit with the family from 11:00 until the time...

Feb 4, 2017

Racine – Karen Elizabeth Marsh, age 72, passed away peacefully at Zilber Family Hospice in Wauwatosa on Saturday, February 4, 2017.

Karen was born in Racine on March 4, 1944 to Ray Marsh and Irma (nee: Behrens) Marsh. A graduate of Washington Park High School, she had been employed by Racine County Probate Court, PDI, Wheaton Franciscan...

Feb 3, 2017

Robert C. Verhaeghe, 95, passed away at his residence on Friday, February 3, 2017. He was born in Racine, the son of the late Arthur and Elizabeth (nee: Vanhaverbeke) Verhaeghe, on May 27, 1921, his mother's 32 nd birthday (that should have taught her something).

Mr. Verhaeghe was educated in the schools of Racine: Beebe School,

Feb 3, 2017

HENDERSON, NC – Donna Lunette Foertsch Van Kampen, age 81, died on February 3, 2017.   She was born on March 1st, 1935 in Racine County, Wisconsin, the daughter of the late Sherman R. and June L. (nee Hynek) Foertsch.  She lived in Racine, WI until 1985 when she moved to Hendersonville, NC.

Donna was a homemaker and...

Feb 2, 2017

Elizabeth A. "Granny" "Auntie Liz" Lockridge – Lewis, age 65, passed away on Thursday, February 2, 2017 in Dallas, Texas.  A Celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, February 11, 2017, 10:00am at St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church, 1123 Center St. The visitation with be at the church from 9:00am until the time...

Feb 1, 2017

Kenosha – Mitchell G. Potts, 62, known affectionately by those who loved him as "Bobo", received the promise of eternal life on Wednesday, February 1, 2017, surrounded by the love of his family. He was born in Detroit, MI, on February 8, 1954, son of the late Herman and Evelyn (Née: Burns) Potts.

Mitchell was united in...

Feb 1, 2017

Mt. Pleasant – Peter H. Paulick, Jr. passed away in the peaceful surroundings of his home on Wednesday, February 1, 2017. He was 85. Peter was born in Langdon, North Dakota on August 19, 1931, son of the late Peter and Marcella (nee: Rorek) Paulick. He served in the US Army, and was stationed in Germany for several years....

Jan 28, 2017

Racine – Grace Nellie (nee: Mitchell) Paulson, age 87, passed away at Ascension-St. Francis Hospital in Milwaukee on Saturday, January 28, 2017.

Grace was born in Racine on March 18, 1929 to the late Frank and Antonina (nee: Rice) Mitchell. She was a graduate of William Horlick High School. On May 7, 1948 she was united in...