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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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Jean Audrey Markielewski

Jean Audrey Markielewski

Jan 4, 2014

MOUNT PLEASANT – Jean A. Markielewski, 79, passed away at her residence on Saturday, January 4, 2014.

She was born in Hinsdale, Illinois on October 19, 1934 to the now late Willard and Bernice (nee: Howell) Anderson.  In 1951 she married Jerome S. Markielewski.

Jean retired from St. Mary's Hospital as a billing clerk after...

Gertrude "Trudy" Maluchnick

Gertrude "Trudy" Maluchnick

Jan 2, 2014

Kenosha – Gertrude Loretta (nee: Schoepke) Maluchnik, age 100, passed away peacefully at Manor Care Center in Kenosha on Thursday, January 2, 2014.

Gertrude was born in Illinois on January 30, 1913 to the late Charles and Clara (nee: Cox) Schoepke. During World War II, Trudy worked for the J.I. Case Company in Racine and Vincent McCall...

Jeffrey Willis Prewitt

Jeffrey Willis Prewitt

Jan 1, 2014

Racine – Jeffrey Willis Prewitt, Sr., 57, passed away peacefully at Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare – All Saints on Wednesday, January 1, 2014.  A lifetime resident, Jeff was born in Racine on September 14, 1956, son of Milton and Roberta J. Prewitt.

Jeff attended Washington Park High School.  As an adult, he obtained his GED from Gateway Technical...

Brian P. Kemp

Brian P. Kemp

Jan 1, 2014

~~     Brian P. Kemp, 51, passed away, in Wheaton Franciscan Hospital-All Saints, on Wednesday, January 1, 2014, after a long battle with cardiomyopathy. He is survived by his mother, Elaine (John) Lopez (nee: Dehne); brother, Kevin (Jennifer Tarjani) Wright; sisters, Kimberly Wright, and Diana (Bill) Buchman; son, Christopher Woods. Brian is further by his niece, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins,...

Michael A. Philopulous

Michael A. Philopulous

Jan 1, 2014

~~     Michael A. Philopulous, 43, passed away at his residence, unexpectedly, of natural causes, Wednesday, January 1, 2014. He was born in Racine on January 22, 1970, the son of Robert and Carol (nee: Unger) Philopulous. Mike was a 1988 graduate of Washington Park High School. He attended UW-Parkside and then studied electrical engineering at UW-Madison. Mike was helpful,...

Rickie Money Canady

Rickie Money Canady

Jan 1, 2014

~~Rickie Money Canady, age 58, passed away on January 1, 2014 at Wheaton Franciscan Hospital in Racine, WI.  He was born on January 16, 1955, in Little Rock, AR to Charles E. and Mary J. (nee: Weatherspoon) Canady. Rickie grew up in Chicago, IL and was baptized at an early age.  Although his life was cut short, he was...

Roger Stevens

Roger Stevens

Dec 31, 2013

Racine – Roger Stevens, 76, entered into eternal life and was reunited with his beloved wife, Betty, on Tuesday, December 31st, 2013. He was born in Racine on October 16, 1937, son of the late Frank and Margaret "Marge" (nee: Hauch) Stevens. Roger proudly served in the US Marine Corps from 1956 – 1959.

Roger remained in...

Betty Ren Frederiksen

Betty Ren Frederiksen

Dec 31, 2013

Betty Ren Wright Frederiksen, 86, passed away in Wheaton Franciscan Hospital-All Saints, on December 31, 2013. She was born in Wakefield, MI. on June 15, 1927, the daughter of the late William and Revena (nee: Trezise) Wright.

On October 9, 1976, she was united in marriage to George A. Frederiksen, who preceded her in death on March...

Kenneth L. Mowry, Sr.

Kenneth L. Mowry, Sr.

Dec 30, 2013

RACINE – Mr. Kenneth L. Mowry, Sr., 68, passed away at his residence on Monday, December 30, 2013.

He was born in Racine on August 16, 1945, the son of the late Kenneth and Mary Jane (nee: Patrick) Mowry.  He graduated from Washington Park High School in 1963.  After graduation he worked with his father at Mowry's...

Gerald Gene Matson

Gerald Gene Matson

Dec 29, 2013

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GERALD "JERRY" G. MATSON

BURLINGTON – Mr. Jerry G. Matson, 61, passed away at Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital on Sunday, December 29, 2013, after fighting a courageous 3 year battle with cancer.

He was born in Racine on January 9, 1952, the son of Eugene...

Bonnie Lee Krug

Bonnie Lee Krug

Dec 29, 2013

Bonnie L. Krug, 71, received the promise of eternal life on Sunday, December 29, 2013.  She was born in Racine on January 10, 1942, daughter of the late Paul and Frieda (nee: Fehlberg) Albrecht.

She was united in marriage to George Krug on January 29, 1983.  George preceded her in death on June 27, 2013.

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Christian Kuehnl

Christian Kuehnl

Dec 27, 2013

Racine – Christian John Frederick Kuehnl, age 37, passed away unexpectedly of natural causes at his home on Friday, Dec. 27, 2013.

Chris was born in Kenosha on February 7, 1976 to Linda Marie (nee: Desideri) and Kenneth Louis Kuehnl, Jr.    He attended schools in Kenosha and Racine and graduated from Washington Park High School.    Chris was...

Colin Kelly Burton

Colin Kelly Burton

Dec 27, 2013

Colin K. Burton, 71, known to his family and friends as Kelly, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, December 27, 2013.  He was born in French Lick, Indiana on November 10, 1942.

He was a research chemist for SC Johnson Wax for many years until he retired in 1996.

Kelly leaves to cherish his memory, his...

Dorothy Helen Langel

Dorothy Helen Langel

Dec 26, 2013

Racine – Dorothy H. Langel, 93, passed away at All Saints hospital on Thursday, December 26, 2013. She was born in Clark County, Iowa on March 18, 1920, daughter of the late Arthur and Maude (nee: Propst) Neveln. She was a Racine resident for most of her life.

Dorothy retired from both Hamilton Beach and Webster Electric. ...

Walter John Schmidt

Walter John Schmidt

Dec 25, 2013

Walter J. Schmidt, 84, of Racine, received the promise of eternal life on December 25, 2013.  He was born in Racine on November 18, 1929, son of the late Christian and Marie (nee: Schaeffer) Schmidt.

Walter was united in marriage to the love of his life, Mary Jane (nee: Phillips) Schmidt, on June 17, 1950, at St....

Jerry Edward Treiber

Jerry Edward Treiber

Dec 25, 2013

Racine – Jerry Edward Treiber, age 58, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan – All Saints Medical Center early Christmas morning, Wednesday, Dec. 25, 2013.

A lifetime resident, Jerry was born in Racine on January 30, 1955 to the late William Edward and Margaret Caroline (nee: Bogyos) Treiber.  A 1973 graduate of Washington Park High School, he went...

Gloria Prochska

Gloria Prochska

Dec 25, 2013

~~Gloria Prochaska, 89, passed away on Christmas day at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Racine on October 23, 1924, the daughter of the late James and Constance  (nee Zaccaroli) Patriarca.  As a life-long resident, she graduated from Washington Park High School.  While employed by Massey Ferguson, she met Michael Prochaska, whom she married...

Beth Klinkosh

Beth Klinkosh

Dec 24, 2013

STURTEVANT – Beth V. Klinkosh (Hornburg), 57, passed away Tuesday, December 24th after a 7 month battle with cancer.  Beth was born on July 17, 1956 in Brookfield, and was a 1974 graduate of Brookfield East High School.  Beth was united in marriage to Jerrold L. Klinkosh on July 30, 1979.

Beth worked for 25 years at...

Fr. Joseph G. Anderson

Fr. Joseph G. Anderson

Dec 24, 2013

Father Joseph G. Anderson, 77, passed away on Christmas Eve surrounded by his devoted family. Father Joe was born in Racine on January 20, 1936, the son of the late David and Colette (nee: Statz) Anderson. Father Anderson received his preparation for the priesthood at St. Francis Seminary from 1956 until 1963. He was ordained on May 5, 1963,...

Martin Aguilar Tovar, Sr.

Martin Aguilar Tovar, Sr.

Dec 24, 2013

RACINE –  Mr. Martin A. Tovar, Sr.,  81, passed away at his residence on December 24, 2013.

He was born in Crystal City, TX on April 6, 1932, the son of the late Fernando and Petra (nee: Aguilar) Tovar.

Mr. Tovar was a hard-working man that provided for his family.  He was a loving husband,...

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