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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Nelba "Melvin" Polk

Nelba "Melvin" Polk

Dec 9, 2009

Nelba J. "Melvin" Polk, 77, went Home to be with his Heavenly Father on Wednesday, December 9, 2009. He was born in Grenada, MS on February 19, 1932 the son of the late Hall and Mary (nee; Drake) Polk Sr. Mr. Polk served his country with U.S. Army. On June 24, 1963, in Chicago, IL, he was united in...

Allen C. Anderson

Allen C. Anderson

Dec 6, 2009

Allen C. Anderson, 21 was called home suddenly on December 6, 2009. He was born in Chicago, IL on February 27, 1988, the son of Edna Anderson and Alfred Clemon. Allen attended Case High School. Allen loved his children and lived his life to the fullest.

In addition to his mother and father, Allen leaves to cherish...

James J. Loughan

James J. Loughan

Dec 5, 2009

Joseph J. Loughan, 80, passed away on Saturday, December 5, 2009. Joseph was one of seven children born to Charles and Alva (nee: Harder) Loughan. Surviving are his brothers and sisters, Bernard (Evelyn) Loughan, of Racine, Arthur (Sue) Loughan, of Holton, IN, Barbara Loughan, Jacqueline Loughan, both of Racine, and Pat Bower, of Sturtevant; sister-in-law Delores Loughan, of Waupaca....

Donald L. Cress

Donald L. Cress

Dec 3, 2009

Kenosha – Donald Lee Cress, 79, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, December 3, 2009 following a valiant six-year battle with cancer. A lifetime resident, Don was born in Kenosha on April 8, 1930 to the late Newton Monroe and Cleo Estelle (nee: Fleming) Cress. Following high school, he enlisted with the United States Navy – serving...

Clara E. Zebell

Clara E. Zebell

Dec 2, 2009

Racine – Clara E. (nee: Anastasio) Zebell, 89, passed away peacefully in her sleep at Becker-Shoop Center on Wednesday, December 2, 2009. A lifetime resident, Clara was born in Racine on August 9, 1920 to the late Frank Paul and Gilda (nee: Marcotti) Anastasio. She graduated from William Horlick High School in 1938. On March 17, 1951 in First...

Dwyn Lorraine Castle

Dwyn Lorraine Castle

Nov 30, 2009

Racine – Dwyn Lorraine Castle, 77, passed away at the United – Kenosha Memorial Hospital on Monday, November 30, 2009. Dwyn was born on July 10, 1932 to the late Warren and Genevieve (nee: Toutant) Castle. She received her primary education at Holy Name School and graduated from St. Catherine's High School in 1951. Dwyn was employed by Western...

Christina Marie Clark

Christina Marie Clark

Nov 23, 2009

Racine – Christina "Tina" Marie (nee: Lamp) Clark, 39, passed away unexpectedly in her sleep at home early Monday, November 23, 2009 from probable complications with asthma. Christina was born in Waterford on October 4, 1970, the daughter of Gilbert and Barbara (nee: Hart) Lamp. She graduated from Waterford Union High School in1988. On April 16, 2006 she was...

Philip J. Petrowski

Philip J. Petrowski

Nov 22, 2009

Philip J. Petrowski, 88, passed away in Wheaton Franciscan Health Care Center on Sunday, November 22, 2009. He was born on April 15, 1921, in the Town of Emmett, the son of the late John and Pauline (nee: Wentland ) Petrowski. On November 3, 1947, in Sacred Heart Church, Cassel, WI, he was united in marriage to the former...

Richard Kenneth "Jaws" Hammill

Richard Kenneth "Jaws" Hammill

Nov 19, 2009

Kenosha – Richard K. "Jaws" Hammill, 73, formerly of Sturtevant, passed away at HRC Manor Care on Thursday, November 19, 2009. He was born in Racine on December 22, 1935, the son of Robert and Lucille (nee: Anderson) Hammill. After graduating from Washington Park High School he enlisted in the US Army, and served in Germany. He was married...

Raymond D. Larsen

Raymond D. Larsen

Nov 18, 2009

Raymond D. Larsen, 85, of Franksville died Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at Wheaton Franciscan-All Saints Medical Center. Raymond was born to the late William and Gertrude (nee Felber) Larsen on April 6, 1924 in St. Paul Park, Minnesota. He moved to Wisconsin with his family as a young boy. On April 12, 1947, he and the former Doris Leonard...

Kathleen Florence Sleeman

Kathleen Florence Sleeman

Nov 17, 2009

Our beloved Aunt, Sister, Grandmother, and Mother Kathleen Florence Sleeman age 89 was born September 2, 1920 in Rochester, WI, peacefully passed away November 17, 2009 in her home, Kingman, Arizona of natural causes, with her loving family by her side. Kathleen lived most her life in Racine, WI, and recently moved to Kingman, AZ. Kathleen enjoyed family gatherings,...

Helen Gesquiere

Helen Gesquiere

Nov 16, 2009

Mrs. Helen Gesquiere, 87, died in Iron Mountain, MI on Monday, November 16, 2009.

She was born in Racine on February 24, 1922 to the late Paul and Elsie (nee: Opanofski) Pankoff. On July 5, 1953, she married Marcel Emil Gesquiere. They resided in Racine until moving to Marinette in 2004. After Marcel died on November 18,...

Dorothy "Hellen" Mckinney

Dorothy "Hellen" Mckinney

Nov 15, 2009

Dorothy Hellen McKinney, 78, was called Home by her Lord and Savior on Sunday, November 15, 2009. She was born in New Albany, MS on May 7, 1931 to the late Robert and Eula (nee: Patton) Hopkins. She was united in marriage to Edgar McKinney in April of 1946, in New Albany, MS. In 1947 Hellen relocated to Racine,...

Annie Laura Mcdonald

Annie Laura Mcdonald

Nov 14, 2009

Racine – Annie Laura (nee: Hunter) McDonald, 75, passed away Woodstock Care Center in Kenosha on Saturday evening, November 14, 2009. Annie was born in Enterprise, Mississippi on May 24, 1934 to the late Kline and Laura (nee: Bennett) Hunter. She came to Racine in 1964. Annie retired from One-Hour Martinizing Dry Cleaners after 15 years of service. With...

Theresa A. Bengston

Theresa A. Bengston

Nov 14, 2009

Muskego (formerly of Racine) – Theresa A. (nee: Maier) Bengston, 52, joined her beloved husband – Mark, in eternal life on Saturday, November 14, 2009 following a tragic automobile accident. She was born on January 4, 1957, daughter of Frederick and Marguerite (nee: Blommel) Maier. In 1975, she graduated from Walden III. She worked as a seamstress at the...

Robert E. Collar

Robert E. Collar

Nov 14, 2009

Robert E. Collar, 83, passed away Woodstock Care Center in Kenosha on Saturday evening, November 14, 2009. He was born in New London, WI on August 15, 1926 the son of the late Milton and Helen (nee: Edminster) Collar. He was a resident of the Racine-Kenosha Area for over 50 years. Mr. Collar served his country with the U.S....

Arlene Ruth Covan

Arlene Ruth Covan

Nov 13, 2009

Racine – Arlene R. (nee: Funk, Rizzo) Covan, 73, passed away peacefully in the surroundings of her family at Ridgewood Care Center on Friday evening, November 13, 2009. A lifetime resident, Arlene was born in Racine on March 10, 1936 to the late Leo and Mary (nee: Kapplehoff) Funk. As a young adult, she was united in marriage with...

Charles "Charlie" Wise

Charles "Charlie" Wise

Nov 13, 2009

Mr. Charles "Charlie" Wise, 68, died peacefully after a long courageous battle with cancer on Friday, November 13, 2009.

He was born in Mosinee, WI on March 2, 1941 to the late Joseph and Clara (nee: Anker) Wise.  On August 17, 1963 he married the former Judy Lampe.

After graduating from Mosinee High School, Charlie...

Margaret Louise Zalubowski

Margaret Louise Zalubowski

Nov 12, 2009

Kenosha– Margaret Louise Zalubowski, 97, passed away at her home in the loving presence of her family on Thursday, November 12, 2009. Margaret was born on a small rural farm in Russell, IL on May 14, 1912 to the late Henry and Mary Helf. She married Lucian Francis Zalubowski on Oct. 12, 1929 at St. Casmir's Catholic Church. Lucian...

Dagmar V. Anderson

Dagmar V. Anderson

Nov 11, 2009

Dagmar V. Anderson, 86, passed away on Wednesday, November 11, 2009 at her residence in the loving arms of her family. She was born in Rockford the daughter of the late Carl and Helga Bergquist. Dagmar was a dental assistant and also worked at the Odens Gift Shop. Her greatest joy was being a wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother....

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