Obituaries

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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Julius J. Ehrlich

Julius J. Ehrlich

May 17, 2011

Union Grove – Julius J. "Jay" Ehrlich, 93, passed away peacefully at the Wisconsin Veterans Home in Union Grove, WI, on Tuesday, May 17, 2011.

Jay was born in Red Bank, New Jersey on May, 16, 1918, to the late Harry and Anna (nee: Haberman) Ehrlich and grew up in New York City.  Jay honorably served his...

Mary Ann Perrelle

Mary Ann Perrelle

May 17, 2011

Racine- Mary Ann (nee: Feil) Perrelle, 74 , passed away unexpectedly, yet peacefully, at Wheaton Franciscan – All Saints on Tuesday, May 17, 2011 at 11:14 pm.

A lifetime resident, Mary Ann was born in Racine on September 30, 1936 to the late Frank and Catherine (nee: Kropp) Feil, Sr.   She graduated from St. Catherine's High School...

Yolanda Starr Jones

Yolanda Starr Jones

May 16, 2011

Racine – Yolanda Starr Jones, 51, went to be with her Lord on Monday, May 16, 2011.  Yolanda Starr (nee: Blakley) Jones was born November 13 th , 1959 in Nashville, TN, to the union of Robert Blakley and Elbeather H. Stevens. She was educated in the Nashville Public School systems graduating from Macgovick High in 1977. She was...

Raymond Richard Footit, Jr.

Raymond Richard Footit, Jr.

May 14, 2011

Ray R. Footit, Jr., 70, passed away at WFH – All Saints on Saturday, May 14, 2011.

He was born in Wisconsin Rapids on October 12, 1940, the son of Raymond and Betty (nee: Clark) Footit, Sr.  He graduated from Mauston High School.  On June 15, 1958, he married the former Patricia Ann Jurkowski in Mauston, WI....

Kim M. Nettleton

Kim M. Nettleton

May 13, 2011

Kim M. Nettleton, 52, passed away at her residence on Friday, May 13, 2011.

She was born in Kenosha on January 30, 1959, the daughter of Robbie "Bob" and Marilyn (nee: Gott) Poteet.

Kim is survived by her husband, Ken Nettleton of Racine; daughters, Sarah Nighsonger, Shauna (Eric) Sorensen both of Kenosha, Stacy Nettleton of...

Eleanor L. Eaton

Eleanor L. Eaton

May 12, 2011

Racine- Eleanor Louise (nee: Olson) Eaton, 95, passed away peacefully and was born into eternal life at the Lakeland Health Care Center in Elkhorn, WI on Thursday, May 12, 2011.

Eleanor was born in Raymond, Wisconsin on November 23, 1915 to the late Peter and Annie (nee: Olsen) Olson.  She was a graduate of Union Grove High...

Raymond Dennis Wettengel

Raymond Dennis Wettengel

May 12, 2011

Kenosha – Raymond D. Wettengel, 66, formerly of Milwaukee, died at St. Catherine's Hospital on Thursday, May 12, 2011. He was born in Milwaukee on May 29, 1944, son of the late Robert and Hattie (nee: Walsdorf) Wettengel.

Ray had a long career at Bucyrus Erie, retiring in 2005. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, cheering on the Packers,...

Raymond Edward Baer

Raymond Edward Baer

May 11, 2011

Racine- Raymond Edward Baer, 64, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, May 11, 2011 surrounded by his family.

Raymond was born in Racine on August 30, 1946 to the late Raymond J. and Margaret M. (nee: Heinen) Baer. He faithfully served our country with the United States Marine Corps with Charlie Company, 1 st Battalion, 4...

George A. Capoun Sr.

George A. Capoun Sr.

May 10, 2011

George J. Capoun Sr., 83, passed away at his residence on Tuesday, May 10, 2011. He was born in Berwyn, IL on June 3, 1927.

Mr. Capoun graduated from the University of Albuquerque where he was on the golf team. He served his country during WWII and the Korean War. Mr. Capoun was involved in the golf...

Kathleen A. Wickert

Kathleen A. Wickert

May 9, 2011

Racine- Kathleen A. (nee: Crowley) Wickert, 86, passed away peacefully at Heritage Court in Menomonee Falls on Monday, May 9, 2011.

Kathleen was born in Milwaukee on February 12, 1925 to the late James and Alma (nee: Schmagel) Crowley. On August 12, 1950 in St. Sebastian Catholic Church in Milwaukee, she was united in marriage with Edward...

Lewis Edward Gray

Lewis Edward Gray

May 9, 2011

Racine- Lewis Edward Gray, 76, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, May 9, 2011.

Lewis was born in Jackson, Mississippi on July 25, 1934 to the late Lewis E. and Margaret (nee: Milton) Gray. He lived in Racine for most of his life, working in the foundry at JI Case Co. until retiring in 1991....

Lue Ethel Willis

Lue Ethel Willis

May 9, 2011

Lue E. Willis, 57, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Monday, May 9, 2011.

She was born in Columbus, MS on December 7, 1953, the daughter of Willie Ben and Willie Mae (nee: Neal) Willis.

Lue worked for many years at Southern Oaks Girl School in Union Grove and was a longtime member of...

Donald Alvin Neufuss

Donald Alvin Neufuss

May 9, 2011

Mr. Donald Neufuss, 71, died unexpectedly at his home on Monday, May 9, 2011.

He was born in Milwaukee on October 3, 1939, the son of Henry Alvin and Anna Mary (nee: Lesatz) Neufuss.  After graduating from high school, Donald proudly served his nation with U.S. Army.

Donald was a small business owner in Racine...

Philip Ellsworth Revels

Philip Ellsworth Revels

May 8, 2011

Racine- Philip Ellsworth Revels, 73, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, May 8, 2011.

Philip was born in LaCrosse, Wisconsin on October 13, 1937 to the late Max and Hazel (Bloss) Revels.  His family moved to Racine in 1965. On January 19, 1963, he was united in marriage with the love of his life, Eleanor...

Mildred Fitch

Mildred Fitch

May 6, 2011

Racine – Mildred "Midge" Fitch (Stewart), 79, was surrounded by the love of her family as she crossed into the gates of heaven on May 6, 2011. She was born on October 2, 1931 in Marion, Illinois to the late Carl and Bessie (nee: Brown) Stewart.

Mildred is survived by her five children, Barbara, Ralph, Debbie, Judy,...

James Edward Ambrose

James Edward Ambrose

May 6, 2011

Sturtevant – James Edward Ambrose, 64, passed away on Tuesday, May 10, 2011. He was born in Racine on September 7, 1946, son of the late Charles and Mary Jane (nee: Peterson) Ambrose. Shortly after graduating from Park High School, Jim proudly served in the US Air Force from 1966-1970. He was married on April 12, 1975 to the...

Helen Soukeyasian

Helen Soukeyasian

May 6, 2011

Helen Soukeyasian, 86, passed into eternal life on Friday, May 6, 2011, at her residence at Willowgreen Care Home. She was born in Racine on January 19, 1925, to the late Zadoor and Nazli (nee: Zanazanian) Zakarian. She married Steve Soukeyasian, of Istanbul, Turkey, on December 1, 1957, and they raised two daughters. He preceded her in death in...

Raymond Friesema

Raymond Friesema

May 6, 2011

Racine- Raymond Friesema, 83, died peacefully at his home, with family members attending him, on Friday morning, May 6, 2011  following a courageous four-year battle with cancer.

On September 24, 1949, he married the former Hazel Jacobson in a ceremony at the Calvary Memorial Church, then called the Gospel Tabernacle.  He has been very involved in the ministry...

Frank R. Candela

Frank R. Candela

May 6, 2011

Frank R. Candela, 83, passed away in WFH-All Saints on Friday, May 6, 2011, surrounded by his family.  He was born in Racine on April 1, 1928, the son of the late Francesco and Concetta (nee: Ruffolo-Greco) Candela. Frank was a lifetime resident of Racine

He was a graduate of St. Catherine's High School. Frank served his...

Lee J. Christianson

Lee J. Christianson

May 4, 2011

Lee J. Christianson, 73, passed away at WFH- All Saints on Wednesday, May 4, 2011.

He was born in Norcross, Minnesota on March 10, 1938, the son of Lawrence and Helen (Collins) Christianson.  He attended elementary and high school in Sisseton, S.D., graduating in 1956.  He earned his B.A. degree in Art Education from Northern State University...

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