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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George "Eddie The Barber" Manderfield

George "Eddie The Barber" Manderfield

Nov 9, 2009

Racine – George Edward Manderfield, 77, passed away peacefully at All Saints Hospital on Monday, November 9, 2009. Known to many as "Eddie the Barber", he touched many lives with his jokes and satire. He was a life member of VFW Post 1391. Ed is survived by his wife Beverley; two sons, Cary (Kim) Manderfield and Kelly (Jacky) Manderfield;...

Fojuan Q. Bell

Fojuan Q. Bell

Nov 8, 2009

Orlando, FL- FoJuan Q. Bell, age 34, was born May 27, 1975 in Racine, Wisconsin to mother, Janice Gray; father, Foulton Bell Jr.; and dad, Dewey BoBo Sr. FoJuan departed this life on November 8, 2009. FoJuan will be remembered by his compassion, his sense of humor, and his love for sports. He leaves to cherish his precious memories,...

Sherri Lee Harmon

Sherri Lee Harmon

Nov 7, 2009

Racine – Sherri Lee Harmon, 57, passed away at All Saints Hospital on Saturday, November 7, 2009. She was born in Chicago, Illinois on November 25, 1951, daughter of the late Thomas and Mildred (nee: Ronning) Weaver. Sherri was a proud stay-at-home mom, and loved caring for her family and babysitting her grandchildren. She enjoyed spending time with friends...

Missy A. Decker

Missy A. Decker

Nov 6, 2009

Missy Decker (nee: Glenzer), 39, died very unexpectedly of an undetermined cause, at her residence on Friday, November 6, 2009.

She was born in Columbus, OH on November 19, 1969. Missy graduated from Washington Park High School in 1987. She had been employed by Harley-Davidson for the past 7 years.

A devoted mother, Missy was...

Richard "Dick Shore" Schurr

Richard "Dick Shore" Schurr

Nov 5, 2009

Mr. Richard M Schurr "Dick Shore", died on November 5, 2009.

He was born on March 17, 1932 and was raised in suburban Philadelphia where he went through all of the many school districts surrounding Philly.

He left Temple University, to become an Arthur Murray Dance Instructor, at which time he met the love of...

John T. Michna

John T. Michna

Nov 5, 2009

John T. Michna, 73, passed away in Green Bay on Friday, November 6, 2009. He was born in Racine on January 20, 1936 the son of the late Clarence and Mildred (nee: Thompson) Michna. John served his country with the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Air Force. He had been employed by Prange's Business Interiors of over 25 years. John...

Eleanor R. Kirkendoll

Eleanor R. Kirkendoll

Nov 4, 2009

Eleanor R. (nee: Jander) Kirkendoll, 85, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan – All Saints Medical Center on Wednesday, November 4, 2009.

A lifetime resident, Eleanor was born in Racine on November 7, 1923 to the late Otto and Frieda (nee: Schwandt) Jander. A 1942 graduate of Washington Park High School, she was employed in the office of...

Geraldine Tekla Beck

Geraldine Tekla Beck

Nov 1, 2009

Sturtevant – Geraldine T. Beck, 85, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan-All Saints Hospital on Sunday, November 1, 2009 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Racine on March 19, 1924, daughter of the late Clarence and Mary (nee: Garbarek) Baumstark. Gerry graduated from St. Catherine's High School. On June 2, 1943 she was married to George Beck....

James C. Townsend

James C. Townsend

Oct 30, 2009

Mr. James C. "J.C." Townsend, 83, was summoned home by his Heavenly Father on Friday, October 30, 2009. He was born in Quitman, MS, on February 14, 1926. He was the first born child of the late Fred and Jeanette (nee: Jordan) Townsend. While being raised in Mississippi, J.C. received Christ at an early age. On December 26, 1946,...

David Keith Peasley

David Keith Peasley

Oct 29, 2009

Racine– David Keith Peasley, 57, passed away unexpectedly at Wheaton Franciscan – All Saints Medical Center on Thursday, October 29, 2009 of a massive heart attack. A lifetime resident, Dave was born in Racine on June 27, 1952 to Louis and Mary (nee: Ruetz) Peasley. He graduated from Washington Park High School in 1970. On July 22, 1978 in...

Tom Zuhlke

Tom Zuhlke

Oct 29, 2009

Racine – Tom Zuhlke, 85, passed away at Froedtert Memorial Hospital, Milwaukee on Thursday October 29, 2009.

Tom was born in Oshkosh, Wisconsin on April 20, 1924 to the late Theodore and Amanda (Schmidt) Zuhlke. He moved to Kenosha as a teenager and graduated from Bradford High School. He served our country in the United States Navy...

Ilona Marie Harden

Ilona Marie Harden

Oct 27, 2009

Racine – Ilona Marie Harden, 63, passed away unexpectedly in the emergency room of Wheaton Franciscan – All Saints Medical Center on Tuesday, October 27, 2009.

Ilona was born on January 7, 1946 in Racine, WI, to the late Oscar and Frances Hardin, the second of five children born to that union.

Ilona graduated from...

Patti Marie Hussman

Patti Marie Hussman

Oct 26, 2009

Franksville – Patti Marie Husman, 52, passed away at the Hospice House in Pleasant Prairie on Monday, October 26, 2009 following a lengthy illness. She was born in Chicago, Illinois on May 28, 1957, daughter of the late Frank and Leona (nee: Waguespack) Williams. On August 29, 1980 she was married to Delmar W. Husman, Jr. in Racine.

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Jeffrey Scott Draves

Jeffrey Scott Draves

Oct 26, 2009

Jeffrey Scott Draves, 54, passed away at Froedtert Memorial Hospital, Milwaukee, on Monday, October 26, 2009. Jeff was born in Racine on May 1, 1955 the son of Frederick and Irene (nee: Braun) Draves. On October 11, 1985, he married the love of his life, Kristine Wiklund in St. Joseph's Catholic Church. Jeff had been employed by Chrysler for...

Beverly M. Leonard

Beverly M. Leonard

Oct 25, 2009

Richmond, VA – Beverly M. Leonard, 80, formerly of Racine, got on the train for Glory and is now rejoicing with her Lord in Heaven, as she passed from this life on October 25, 2009 at Henrico Doctors Hospital in Richmond, VA.

Beverly was born in Waukesha, WI on August 22, 1929 to the late Rodger and...

Vanessa Ann Williams

Vanessa Ann Williams

Oct 24, 2009

Racine – Vanessa A. Williams, 45, passed away at Aurora Medical Center in Kenosha on Saturday, October 24, 2009.

Vanessa was born on March 30, 1964 to Walter and Corine (nee: Taylor) Williams. With a profound faith in her Lord, she was a lifelong member of Gregg Chapel. She enjoyed travelling, playing Bingo and loved being in...

Phyllis M. Larsen

Phyllis M. Larsen

Oct 22, 2009

Union Grove – Phyllis M. Larsen, 85, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints Hospital on Thursday, October 22, 2009. She was born in Cicero, Illinois on January 14, 1924, daughter of the late Max and Adele (nee: Vasahlik) Laube. Phyllis was married to Robert Larsen on October 11, 1947 in Waukegan, Illinois. They then made their home in...

Frank Peter Konieczko

Frank Peter Konieczko

Oct 21, 2009

Mr. Frank P. Konieczko, 92, died at WFH – All Saints on Wednesday, October 21, 2009. A lifetime resident of Racine, Frank was born on August 25, 1917 to John and Dominika (nee: Potocka) Konieczko. On November 28, 1942, he married the love of his life, Claudia Klauss, at St. Casimir Catholic Church in Kenosha. Frank proudly served with...

Dr. Richard J. Ludwig

Dr. Richard J. Ludwig

Oct 21, 2009

Plano, TX – Dr. Richard J. Ludwig, 84, formerly of Racine, passed away at his home in Plano, TX on Wednesday, October 21, 2009 following a brave struggle with Parkinson's Disease.

He was born in Racine on February 17, 1925 to the late Nicholas and Rose Susan (nee: Scholzen) Ludwig. Richard graduated from St. Catherine's High School...

Fili Kapocius

Fili Kapocius

Oct 20, 2009

South Milwaukee – Fili Kapocius (nee: Kasparaitis) passed away Oct. 20, two months before she would have celebrated her 102ndbirthday.

Born in Meldinis, Lithuania in 1907, she was the last survivor of 12 brothers and sisters. She traveled to the United States to see her brother and to see the 1934 Chicago World's Fair. While here, she...

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