Daniel Edward Bentz
Jul 6, 2025
Daniel Edward Bentz, age 86, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 6, 2025, at Aurora Medical Center.
Daniel was born on December 30, 1938 to the late Clifford P. and Leona (Lui) Bentz. He was the ninth of their eleven children (six boys and five girls). Daniel was a lifelong resident of Racine, WI. Daniel attended Holy...
Beatrice "Bea" M. Herrmann
Jul 6, 2025
Beatrice "Bea" (nee: Allie) Herrmann, 93, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2025, surrounded by her family. Born on October 28, 1931, in Kenosha, WI, Bea dedicated her life to creating a warm and nurturing home for her husband of 61 years, Paul, and their four daughters. A life-long resident of Racine, Kenosha and Burlington Wisconsin, she lived the...
Jennifer Joann Martin
Jul 5, 2025
Jennifer Joann Martin, age 61, transitioned to be with our Lord and Savior on Saturday, July 5, 2025, in Kissimmee, FL. She was born on July 7, 1963, in Racine, WI, to Bishop C. and Georgia Queen E. (nee: Smith) Martin.
Jennifer was educated in the Racine Unified School System. After graduating, she pursued a career in...
Marie Ruth Miller
Jul 5, 2025
It is with heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Marie Miller, who died on July 5, 2025, at the age of 80.
Marie was born on October 31, 1944, in Racine, WI. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great-great grandmother. Marie was known for her kindness, generosity, and unwavering love for her family. ...
Martin C. Cucunato
Jul 4, 2025
Martin C. "Marty" Cucunato, age 64, of Kenosha, passed away on July 4, 2025.
Martin was born in Kenosha on August 12, 1960, the son of Joseph C. and Rita R. (Nee: Gentile) Cucunato.
He was a 1978 graduate of Mary D. Bradford High School. He performed with the Bradford Concert, Marching, and Jazz Bands. ...
Kemarion Isaiah Shannon
Jul 4, 2025
Kemarion Isaiah Shannon, 21, ascended to eternal glory on July 4th, 2025, leaving an enduring legacy of inspiration that continues to uplift the hearts of all who knew him. Born in Racine, Wisconsin, on February 28, 2004, he was the vibrant son of Shante Jackson and Terry Shannon. Kemarion proudly graduated from James Madison Memorial High School in Madison,...
Barbara Lee Morgan
Jul 3, 2025
Racine – Barbara Lee (nee: Campbell) Morgan, age 92; entered the Heaven side of life on Thursday, July 3, 2025.
Barbara was born on August 18, 1932 to Phyllis and Otis Campbell of Pinnebog, MI. United in marriage to the love of her life, Donald Morgan, on October 6, 1951. They resided in San Diego, CA for...
Arthur "June Bug" Taylor, Jr.
Jul 3, 2025
Arthur "June Bug" Taylor Jr., 68, of Racine, was called Home by his Loving Savior on Thursday, July 3, 2025. He was born in Gary, Indiana, on April 22, 1957, the son of the late Arthur and Cora Lee (nee: Jones) Taylor.
Arthur was a graduate of Roosevelt High School, Gary, Indiana, Class of '76. He originally...
Mark J. Hackman
Jul 2, 2025
Mark Joseph Hackman, age 62, of Racine, Wisconsin, passed away on July 2, 2025, surrounded by his loving wife and children after a brief but courageous battle with Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease. Born on June 9, 1963, in Marshfield, Wisconsin, Mark was the son of John "Jack" and JoAnne Hackman. He graduated from Columbus High School in 1982 and went on to...
Sherman James "Jim" Foertsch
Jul 2, 2025
Sherman James Foertsch, age 83, passed away Wednesday July 2, 2025, at Ascension Hospice Care into the arms of our Lord Jesus Christ. He was born in Racine on March 22, 1942 and was the third of four children born to Sherman and June (nee Hynek) Foertsch.
Jim graduated from William Horlick H.S., Class of 1960 and...
Chester Franiuk
Jul 1, 2025
Sturtevant – Chester Franiuk, age 91, passed away at Ridgewood Care Center on Tuesday, July 1, 2025.
Chester was born in Peshtigo, WI on April 8, 1934 to the late Adam and Genevieve "Jennie" (nee: Poczebyt) Franiuk. He grew up on the family farm and graduated from Peshtigo High School in 1952. Chet was a talented automobile...
Elisha Carter Evans
Jul 1, 2025
In the quiet moments of July 1, 2025, the world lost a radiant soul, Elisha Carter Evans, who departed this life at the tender age of 25. Born on November 8, 1999, in Racine, Wisconsin, Elisha was a vibrant spirit who lit up the lives of those around him. Though his journey was brief, it was marked by laughter,...
Michael Alan Schram
Jun 29, 2025
Racine – Michael Alan Schram, age 59, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, June 29, 2025 after beating cancer several times in the past 12 years.
Michael was born in Racine on May 24, 1966 to Harold A. Schram and Carol Ann (nee: Greeley) Schram. After graduating from Washington Park High School, Michael worked alongside his...
Cindy Marie Hellesen
Jun 28, 2025
Racine – Cindy Marie Hellesen, age 53, passed away on Saturday, June 28, 2025.
Cindy was born in Union Grove, WI on April 1, 1972 to the late William Eugene Hellesen and Marilyn Hegeman. Cindy had an extremely creative way of thinking….who enjoyed watching Dateline television. She was also very fond of her feline companions, Stinkerbutt, Skittish...
John "Butch" Melvin Volk
Jun 27, 2025
RACINE – John "Butch" Melvin Volk, age 84, passed away at Pleasant Point Senior Living on Friday evening, June 27, 2025, with his beloved son Jeffrey at his side, following a long & brave struggle with Alzheimer's/dementia since 2015, along with bouts of colon and prostate cancer.
John was born in Wabeno, WI on February 28, 1941,...
Gerald A. Hoornstra, Sr.
Jun 26, 2025
STURTEVANT – Gerry A. Hoornstra, Sr., 82, passed away at Aurora Medical Center in Mount Pleasant on Thursday, June 26, 2025.
He was born in Sault Ste. Marie, MI on January 27, 1943, the son of the late Floyd and Mildred (nee Barker) Hoornstra.
Gerry married Joanne (nee Neubauer) Geyer on October 22, 1971.
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Per Stauersbol
Jun 25, 2025
MOUNT PLEASANT – Per Stauersbol, 71, passed away on Wednesday, June 25, 2025.
He was born in Struer, Denmark on August 11, 1953, the son of Halfdan and Ingeborg (nee Pedersen) Stauersbol. He graduated from Washington Park High School in 1974.
Per worked as an engineer for various steel casting companies. He also used his...
Ronald (Ron) Dean Hart
Jun 25, 2025
Ronald Dean Hart (Ron), 81, passed away on June 25, 2025 at Christmas Mountain Golf Course in Wisconsin Dells, doing what he loved.
Ron was born on May 12, 1944 in Black River Falls, WI to Bernard and Agnes (nee: Hoffman) Hart. He attended elementary school in Alma Center and graduated from Alma Center Lincoln High School...
Helen Kaeser Suda
Jun 21, 2025
Helen K. Suda, 82, passed away on Saturday, June 21, 2025. She was born in Brooklyn, New York on October 17, 1942 to two hardworking, first-generation Americans: the late John and Helen (nee: Wengatz) Kaeser. She grew up in Brooklyn and on Long Island, New York along with her beloved little sister, the late Doris M....
Kevin J. Wirt
Jun 21, 2025
Kevin Wirt, age 69, passed away at The Medical Suites at Oak Creek on Saturday, June 21, 2025.
Kevin was born in Racine on December 27, 1955 to John and Lorraine (nee: Koski) Wirt. He was employed by JI Case for many years until illness led to his retirement. On June 27, 1987, Kevin was united in...
