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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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William R. Kaisler

William R. Kaisler

Dec 2, 2012

MOUNT PLEASANT – Mr. William R. Kaisler, 88, passed away at Ridgewood Care Center on Sunday, December 2, 2012.

He was born in Racine on November 6, 1924, the son of the late Rudolph and Mary (nee: Bodek) Kaisler.  Mr. Kaisler was educated at St. John Nepomuk as well as other various Racine schools.  In 1947 he...

Felipe "Phil" J. Cruz, Sr.

Felipe "Phil" J. Cruz, Sr.

Dec 1, 2012

Racine– Felipe "Phil" J. Cruz, Sr., age 78, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded with the love of family, on Saturday, December 1, 2012.

Felipe was born in Cotulla, Texas on February 5, 1934, to the late Alfonso and Clemencia (nee: Reyes) Cruz. He grew up in an era that required him to learn the value of...

Donald Robert Stolfi, Sr.

Donald Robert Stolfi, Sr.

Nov 29, 2012

Kenosha – Donald Robert Stolfi, Sr., 87, formerly of Racine, received the promise of eternal life on Thursday, November 29, 2012.  He was born in Dunmore, PA, on August 5, 1925, son of the late Joseph Francis and Domenica Marie (nee: Covello) Stolfi, Sr.

Don was married to the love of his life, Helen Marie Baker, on...

Beverly Jean Jensen

Beverly Jean Jensen

Nov 28, 2012

Racine- Beverly Jean (nee: Nordquist) Jensen, age 83, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan – All Saints Medical Center on Wednesday, November 28, 2012.

Beverly was born in South Dakota on March 12, 1929 to the late Louie and Daisy (nee: Saeger) Nordquist. On November 23, 1946 she was united in marriage with Earl R. Jensen. They moved...

George Thorwald Christensen

George Thorwald Christensen

Nov 27, 2012

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RACINE – Mr. George T. Christensen, 87, passed away at WFH- All Saints on Tuesday, November 27, 2012.

A lifelong resident of Racine, he was born in Milwaukee on December 6, 1924, the son of the late Thorwald and Martha (nee: Piller) Christensen.  At three months of age his mother died and he was...

Keneth Verian Weisensel, Sr.

Keneth Verian Weisensel, Sr.

Nov 25, 2012

Racine– Keneth Verian Weisensel, Sr., age 59, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan – All Saints Medical Center on Sunday morning, November 25, 2012, due to heart failure.

Ken was born on April 11, 1953 to the late Verian Linus and Helene (nee: Jaje) Weisensel. On November 9, 1974 he was united in marriage to the love of...

Clara Petrie

Clara Petrie

Nov 24, 2012

Milwaukee– Clara Petrie, age 85, was born into Eternal Life on Sat., Nov. 24, 2012. Preceded in death by her beloved husband, John. Loving mother of Linda Petrie and Christine (Chris) Anderson. Further survived by her brothers Edward, Harold and Gene (Irene) Brunner; sister Dorothy Kohlbry; sisters-in-law Viola Carroll, Helen Prahl and Clara (David) Ventzke; nieces, nephews, other family...

Gregory Stevenson

Gregory Stevenson

Nov 24, 2012

Racine – Gregory A. "Jack" Stevenson, age 58, passed away on November 24, 2012 at Kenosha United Hospital Systems. He was born on June 16, 1954, son of the late Ishmael and Ruby (nee: Galbreath) Stevenson. Jack was a lifetime Racine resident who graduated from Park High School in 1972 and attended Gateway Technical Institute. Jack enjoyed working as...

William A. Pogue

William A. Pogue

Nov 21, 2012

Racine– William A. "Bill" Pogue, age 85, passed away peacefully in his reclining lounge-chair at home on Wednesday, November 21, 2012.

Bill was born in Muhlenberg, Kentucky on January 13, 1927 to the late Leslie and Nodie (nee: Goodall) Pogue. He faithfully served our Country with the United States Army in WWII. On December 30, 1950 he...

Jerry Luther Falkner

Jerry Luther Falkner

Nov 21, 2012

Jerry Luther "DUCKIE" Falkner, age 40, was called home by his Heavenly Father on Wednesday, November 21, 2012 with his family by his side.  He was born in Chicago, IL on February 22, 1972 as the son of Shirley and the late Eddie Falkner Sr.

Growing up in Chicago he was a member of Evergreen Divine Missionary...

Frances Ruth Lamantia

Frances Ruth Lamantia

Nov 20, 2012

Kenosha– Frances Ruth (nee: Bauer) LaMantia, age 92, passed away at Brookside Care Center on Tuesday, November 20, 2012.

Franceswas born in Kenosha on October 31, 1920. She was the daughter of the late Otto C. and Frances M. (nee: Moeller) Bauer. On October 12, 1940 she was united in marriage to Joseph LaMantia. He passed away...

Santiago "Jimmy" Rios

Santiago "Jimmy" Rios

Nov 19, 2012

Santiago "Jimmy" Rios Jr., 55, passed away, unexpectedly, on Monday, November 19, 2012. He was born in Racine on Nov. 28, 1956, the son of the Santiago and Petra (nee: DeLarosa) Rios Sr.

On July 10, 1978, he was united in marriage to the former Joyce LaGrand.  Jimmy, and his wife Joyce, owned and operated Rio Grande...

Edward P. Wayo

Edward P. Wayo

Nov 18, 2012

Mr. Edward "Ed" Wayo, 82, passed away at WFH- All Saints on Sunday, November 18, 2012.

He was born in Racine on May 23, 1930 to the late Stephen and Julia (nee: Lesko) Wayo.   After attending St. Catherine's High School he served his country with the U.S. Marine Corps from 1947 – 1950.  Following his service he...

Ernest Charles White, Sr.

Ernest Charles White, Sr.

Nov 17, 2012

WARSAW, MO (FORMERLY OF CHICAGO) – Mr. Ernest C. White, Sr., 65, passed away on November 17, 2012.

He was born in Birmingham, AL on July 7, 1947, the son of Ernest and Minnie (nee: Williams) White.

Mr. White served his country during the Vietnam War with the U.S. Army. He owned and operated White...

Elden Martin Suokko

Elden Martin Suokko

Nov 16, 2012

Kenosha – Elden Suokko was taken to our Lord on the wings of his angel on Friday, November 16, 2012. He was born on January 1 st , 1921 to Waino and Lillian (Maki) Suokko.  He spent his childhood in Ironwood, MI, graduating from local schools.

He served the United States Army from October 1942 until December,...

Elaine R. Steltenpohl

Elaine R. Steltenpohl

Nov 15, 2012

Elaine R. Steltenpohl, 85 passed away peacefully at her residence, on Thursday, November 15, 2012, with her family at her side. She was born in Racine on December 5, 1926, the daughter of the late Daniel and Erma (nee: Butzine) Hannon.

On September 4, 1948, in Holy Communion Lutheran Church, she was united in marriage to the...

Clarance Robinson

Clarance Robinson

Nov 13, 2012

Racine – Clarance Robinson, 78, passed away on Tuesday, November 13, 2012 at Kindred Kenosha-North. He was born in Moro, Arkansas on March 13, 1934, son of the late Bob and Bertha (nee: Anderson) Robinson. He was a Racine area resident for most of his life.

Clarance will be fondly remembered for his easy going personality and...

James Wesley Stabler

James Wesley Stabler

Nov 13, 2012

Racine– James Wesley Stabler, age 89, passed away at Ridgewood Care Center on Tuesday, November 13, 2012.

James was born in Quincey, IL on August 27, 1923 to the late Everett and Bessie (nee: Booth) Stabler. On June 18, 1949 in First Methodist Church – Racine, he was united in marriage with the late Ruth J. (nee:...

Richard Eugene Schlichting

Richard Eugene Schlichting

Nov 13, 2012

Racine – Richard Eugene Schlichting, 77, received the promise of eternal life on Tuesday, November 13, 2012.  He was born in Little Falls, MN, on January 21, 1935, son of the late Joseph and Helen (nee: Cole) Schlichting.

Dick was united in marriage to the love of his life, Patricia (nee: Czosnek) Schlichting, on October 31, 1953,...

Juelz Na-Key Canady

Juelz Na-Key Canady

Nov 12, 2012

Infant Juelz Na-Key became and angel on Monday, November 12, 2012.

He is survived by his mother, Tonia Canady; sisters, Rayshari, Calayah, Camayiah; grandparents, Phyllis Canady, Sam Beaver, and Charles Adams; aunts, Mary (Efrem Coleman) Canady, and Ishea Allen; and uncle, Marcellus (Ashley) Canady, all of Racine. Juelz Na-Key was preceded in death by his uncle, Markey...

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