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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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Diane E. Herb

Diane E. Herb

Apr 24, 2014

~~ Diane E. Herb, 80, passed away on Thursday, April 24, 2014, at Wheaton Franciscan Hospital-All Saints, with her loving family at her side. She was born in Alpha, MI on May 23, 1933, the daughter of the late Gordon and Della (nee: LaVoy) Hayward. She was united in marriage to Herbert Herb on June 28, 1958, at St....

Richard "Moses" Jones

Richard "Moses" Jones

Apr 23, 2014

Racine – Richard Robert Jones, age 60; affectionately known to many in our community as "Moses Smith", passed away unexpectedly at Wheaton Franciscan – All Saints Medical Center on   Wednesday, April 23, 2014.

Richard was born in Burlington, WI on December 18, 1953 to the late William and Evelyn (nee: Karpen) Jones. Growing up in Union Grove,...

Edward Lee Dyess, Sr.

Edward Lee Dyess, Sr.

Apr 22, 2014

Racine – Edward Lee Dyess, Sr., 82, passed away at WFH All Saints Hospital on Tuesday, April 22, 2014. He was born in Enterprise, Mississippi on December 23, 1931, son of the late John Van and Alberta (nee: Williams) Dyess, Sr. Most of his life was spent in Racine, Mr. Dyess served with honor in the US Marines during...

Julie Ann Gorelik

Julie Ann Gorelik

Apr 22, 2014

Racine – Julie Ann (nee: Morris) Gorelik; age 56, passed away peacefully at her home and was welcomed Home through the Golden Gates of Heaven by her mother, Charlotte, and sister, Cathy; at 2:44 am on 4/22 (As Julie was into the meaning of numbers….this time and date with 4's and 2's means in the spiritual text that "The...

Clare Westergard

Clare Westergard

Apr 19, 2014

Clare Ausen Westergard died April 19, 2014 at the age of 100. She lived independently since the death of her husband, Stanley, in 1980, until early this year. She and her family were thankful for the special care provided her in the last few months of her life by the staff at Ridgewood Care Center and Hospice Alliance.

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John P. Fischer, Sr.

John P. Fischer, Sr.

Apr 18, 2014

Mr. John P. Fischer, Sr., 69, passed away unexpectedly at his residence on Friday, April 18, 2014.

He was born in Racine on August 1, 1944, the son of the late Robert and Mary (nee: DeHerrera) Fischer.  On November 30, 1963, he married his first and only love, Sandra Malko.  She preceded him in death after a...

Mack Henry Mcclose

Mack Henry Mcclose

Apr 18, 2014

~~Racine – Mack Henry McClose, 97, was born into eternal life on Friday, April18, 2014, surrounded by his loving family.  "Uncle Buddy" as he was affectionately called by those who loved him, was born on February 9, 1917 in Enterprise, MS, to the late George and Dolly Vantee (nee: Price) McClose.

Mack married the love of his...

Katherine G. Perman

Katherine G. Perman

Apr 17, 2014

Mount Pleasant – Katherine G. Perman, 91, received the promise of eternal life on Thursday, April 17, 2014.  She was born in Racine on September 24, 1922, daughter of the late Nicholas and Mary (nee: Mueller) Braun.

Katherine lived on Braun Road in Racine for her entire life.  She was a homemaker and worked the farm for...

Bernard Bazzett

Bernard Bazzett

Apr 13, 2014

Mt. Pleasant, Wisconsin Bernard J. "Buzz" Bazzett, 84, passed away on April 13, 2014 in peaceful surroundings at home with his loving wife and family at his side. He was born on July 25, 1929 in Moline, Michigan, son of the late Juda and Mary (nee: Ellis) Bazzett. He served with pride in the US Army during the Korean...

Kenneth "Ken" Jensen

Kenneth "Ken" Jensen

Apr 12, 2014

Racine – Kenneth "Ken" Jensen, age 85, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 12, at Hospice Alliance – Racine Hospice House, surrounded with the love of family.

Ken was born in Racine on August 24, 1928 to the late Bert and Magda (nee: Jacobsen) Jensen. After graduating from Washington Park High School in 1946, Kenny faithfully served...

James Paul Kudulis

James Paul Kudulis

Apr 12, 2014

Yorkville – James Paul Kudulis, 59, received the promise of eternal life on Saturday, April 12, 2014, surrounded by the love of his family.  He was born in Milwaukee on January 30, 1955, son of James and Janette (nee: Krebs) Kudulis.

Jim was united in marriage to the love of his life, Wendy (nee: Biadasz) Kudulis, on...

Gail A. Kaske

Gail A. Kaske

Apr 11, 2014

Racine – Gail A. Kaske, 72, passed away at home on Friday, April 11, 2014. She was born in Milwaukee on December 2, 1941 the daughter of the late Frederick and Evelyn (Seidl) Hiller. On October 19, 1963 she was married in Milwaukee's St. Monica's Catholic Church to Donald L. Kaske. He preceded her in death on May 29,...

Richard Jerome Peasley

Richard Jerome Peasley

Apr 11, 2014

Richard J. Peasley, 59, passed away suddenly on Friday, April 11, 2014. A lifelong resident of Racine, he born on November 9, 1954, son of the late Louis and Mary (nee: Ruetz) Peasley Sr. Richard was a 1973 graduate of Washington Park High School.

Richard was a machinist by trade, and enjoyed a long career at Snap-On...

Aaron Thomas Perfetto

Aaron Thomas Perfetto

Apr 10, 2014

Kenosha (formerly of Racine) – Aaron Thomas Perfetto, age 35, passed away unexpectedly early Thursday morning, April 10, 2014 of an unknown cause of which is yet to be determined.

Aaron was born in Racine on September 7, 1978 to Thomas and Christine (nee: St. Clair) Perfetto. He was a graduate of Park High School in 1996. ...

Sherry Marie Chones

Sherry Marie Chones

Apr 9, 2014

Sherry Marie Chones was born on September 2, 1952, in Racine, WI, to the late J.W. and Mamie Sue (nee: Cannon) Chones.  She was a graduate of William Horlick H.S. in 1970. She then attended Accredited America Beauty School in1970, to become a licensed beautician. Sherry's first job as a beautician was at Pauline's. During that time she accepted...

Jeffrey Alan Ross

Jeffrey Alan Ross

Apr 3, 2014

~~Kenosha – Jeffrey A. Ross, 52, passed away at United Hospital-Kenosha Campus on April 3, 2014. He was born February 15, 1962 in Racine, WI, the son of Rosie L. (nee: Glass) Ross and the late Leatha Ross.

Jeffrey was educated in the Kenosha school system and he was in the last graduating class from the original,...

Keith R. Mcgilsky

Keith R. Mcgilsky

Apr 3, 2014

RACINE – Keith R. McGilsky, 65, passed away unexpectedly on April 3, 2014.

A lifelong resident of Racine, he was born on June 29, 1948, the son of the late Ruffin and Eleanor (nee: Forst) McGilsky.

Keith was an established bowler in this community.  His father Ruffin operated Northside Lanes for many years, which gave...

Richard J. Fox

Richard J. Fox

Apr 2, 2014

Racine – Surrounded by his loving family, Richard John Fox, age 76, passed away peacefully at Wheaton Franciscan – All Saints Medical Center on Wednesday, April 2, 2014 following a nearly 25-year struggle with Parkinson's Disease.

Richard was born in Burlington on September 2, 1937 to the late Peter R. and Blanche E. (nee: Brandes) Fox. Growing...

James Eugene Miller, Sr.

James Eugene Miller, Sr.

Mar 31, 2014

Racine – James Eugene Miller, Sr., 72, received the promise of eternal life on Monday, March 31, 2014.

A celebration of James's life and homegoing will be held on Saturday, April 5, 2014, 12:00pm, at Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home and Crematory, 4600 County Line Road.  Visitation will be from 10:30am until the time of the service.  Private burial...

Elaine Rae Lenz

Elaine Rae Lenz

Mar 30, 2014

Racine – Elaine Rae (nee: Soens) Lenz, age 79, passed away peacefully at Ridgewood Care Center on Sunday morning, March 30, 2014.

Elaine was born in Racine on November 21, 1934 to the late Michael and Myrtle (nee: Jorgensen) Soens. On October 25, 1952 in Immanuel Episcopal Church, she was united in marriage with the love of...

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