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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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Martha Nowosad
Dec 15, 2008
Racine – Martha Nowosad, 83, passed away at Ridgewood Care Center on Monday, December 15, 2008. She was born in Germany on November 9, 1925. In Germany on May 30, 1949 she was married to Peter Nowosad, and in 1950 they moved to Racine. Martha worked for many years at St. Mary's Hospital in Racine as a Central Supply...
William L. Culp
Dec 15, 2008
William L. Culp, 68, entered eternal peace at Wheaton Franciscan-All Saints Hospital on Monday, December 15th, surrounded by his family, loved ones, and his pastor. William was born in Paducah, KY on December 9, 1940 the son of the late Joe Davis and Hilda (nee: Benberry) Culp. He was very proud of being a survivor of cancer. William was...
Equella Meeks
Dec 15, 2008
– Equella Meeks, 80, was taken Home by her Loving Lord and Savior on Monday, December 15, 2008. She was born in Clarksdale, MS on April 12, 1928 the daughter of the late Jacob and Cora (nee: Henderson) Meeks. She was the last surviving of their 15 ch
Billy Ray Billups
Dec 15, 2008
Racine – Billy Ray Billups, 51, passed away at Kenosha Memorial Hospital on Monday, December 15, 2008. He was born in Racine on February 10, 1957, son of the late Robert W. and Adell (nee: Freeman) Billups. Billy Ray had worked at Chrysler Corporation, Styberg Engineering and Haban Mfg. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, watching sports on TV, and...
Judith Lynne Gauchel
Dec 14, 2008
Ettrick, WI (formerly of Racine)- Judith L. (nee: Frederiksen) Gauchel, 73, passed away at Gunderson Lutheran Medical Center in LaCrosse, WI on Sunday, December 14, 2008. Judy was born in Racine on August 12, 1935 to the late George and Iris (nee: Hubbard) Frederiksen. A 1952 graduate of Washington Park High School, she went on to study at University...
Angela Marie Perrault
Dec 13, 2008
Racine- Angela M. (nee: Hamell) Perrault, 40, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded with the love of her family, on Saturday, December 13, 2008 following a courageous 3-year battle with Triple-Negative Breast Cancer. She received her healing as she was called to her Heavenly Home, by her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Angie was born in Racine on...
Charles M. Mullikin
Dec 11, 2008
Mount Pleasant – Charles M. Mullikin, 75, passed away at Oak Ridge Care center on Thursday, December 11, 2008. He was born in Harve, Montana on July 19, 1933, son of the late Otis and Mable (nee: McCleary) Mullikin. Chuck was raised in Chicago, Illinois, and graduated from the University of Illinois-Champaign. He was a veteran of the US...
Joseph Francis Bergemann
Dec 9, 2008
Racine- Joseph Francis Bergemann, 62, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan-All Saints Medical Center on Tuesday, December 9, 2008 following a courageous eight-year battle with cancer. A lifetime resident, Joe was born in Racine on July 3, 1946 to the late Leonard and Mildred (nee: Bahr) Bergemann. He graduated from St. Catherine's High School in 1964. On July 9, 1966,...
Florence M Smith
Dec 6, 2008
– Florence M. Smith, 85, died at Lincoln Village Convalescent Center on Saturday, December 6, 2008. She was born in Herkimer, NY on April 1, 1923, the daughter of the late Charles and Flora (nee: Conover) Cross. On June 28, 1941, she married Walter A
Mark A. Bengston
Dec 5, 2008
Mark A. Bengston, 54, passed away at Waukesha Memorial Hospital on Friday, December 5, 2008. Mark was born in Racine on May 13, 1954, the son of Clifford and Doris (nee: Fedder) Bengston. On November 22, 1985, he married the former Theresa A. Maier in Milwaukee. Mark worked over 20 years for Citation Corporation (formerly Custom Products). He enjoyed...
Richard E. Hetland, Sr.
Dec 4, 2008
Mr. Richard E. Hetland, Sr., (formerly of Racine), 79, died at the Clement J. Zablocki V.A. Medical Center in Milwaukee on Thursday, December 4, 2008. He was born in Racine on March 17, 1929 to the late Adolph and Farrel (nee: Smith) Hetland. On May 5, 1951, he married the love of his life, Arlene R. Hoffmann at St....
Francis "Lee" Sprague
Dec 4, 2008
KENOSHA – Francis L. "Lee" Sprague, 83, our beloved dad, passed away peacefully at Harbor House North in Kenosha on Thursday, December 4, 2008. Lee was born in Coshocton, OH on May 13, 1925 to Carson and Annabelle (nee: Elliott) Sprague. He graduated from Coshocton High in 1943. He then enlisted and served in the Marine Corps. from 1943...
Harvey L. Bester
Dec 4, 2008
Racine- Harvey L. Bester, 38, passed away unexpectedly in the emergency room of Wheaton Franciscan-All Saints Medical Center, as the result of cardiac arrest, on Thursday, December 4, 2008. Harvey was born in Racine on September 17, 1970 to Henry and Kizzie (nee: Washington) Bester. He graduated from Washington Park High School in 1989. He was a valuable member...
Nancy A. Drane
Dec 4, 2008
Nancy A. Drane, 78, was called Home by her Lord and Savior on Thursday December 4, 2008. She was born in Mayfield, KY on January 17, 1930 the daughter of the late Hester B. and Adlaide (nee: Dismukes) Drane. Nancy graduated from Dunbar High School in Mayfield. She had been employed by Servicemaster as a supervisor. Nancy was a...
Daniel L. Gillett
Dec 3, 2008
Somers- Daniel L. Gillett, 65, passed away at his home, surrounded with the love of his family, on Wednesday, December 3, 2008 following a valiant battle with Appendiceal Carcinoma. Dan was born in Canada on July 31, 1943 to the late Rex and Annabelle (nee: Burd) Gillett, Sr. He immigrated to Wisconsin in 1969. On July 16, 1980, he...
Allan D. Mcinnis
Dec 2, 2008
Allan D. McInnis, 68, formerly of Racine, passed away at Waukesha Memorial Hospital on Tuesday, December 2, 2008. He was born in Ironwood, Michigan on November 11, 1940, son of the late Chester R. and Mildred E. (nee: Bloomquist) McInnis. Allan moved with his family to Milwaukee, WI during WWII. After the War, the family relocated to Butternut, WI....
Martha Ellen Schulz
Dec 1, 2008
Neenah – Martha Ellen Schulz, 92, formerly of Racine, passed away in Neenah on Monday, December 1, 2008. She was born in Racine on November 9, 1916, daughter of the late Christ and Christina (nee: Madsen) Petersen. She was a graduate of Racine Park High School. On September 9, 1939 she was married to Richard A. Schulz. He preceded...
Lois E, Russo
Nov 28, 2008
Lois E. Russo, 86, died on Friday, November 28, 2008. She was born in Racine on October 14, 1922 the daughter of the late William and Clara (nee: Lang) Gehm. On October 17, 1942, she married Anthony R. Russo in Racine. He preceded her in death on November 24, 1998. Mrs. Russo was a member of Countryside Humane Society....
Edna M. Firkus
Nov 27, 2008
Edna M. Firkus, 74, passed away at her residence on Thanksgiving morning, with her family at her side. She was born in Scotts Bluff, NE on July 22, 1934 the daughter of the late Henry and Esther (nee: Arntt) Eisel. On January 31, 1959, in Christ Congregational Church, here in Racine, she was united in marriage to Carroll D....
Henrietta "Etta" Kowalsky
Nov 25, 2008
Henrietta "Etta" R. Kowalsky (nee: Holzschuh), 90, passed away November 25, 2008 at her residence. Etta was born on October 2, 1918 in Mason City, Iowa, the daughter of Elmer J. and Mary Ann (nee: Duwell) Holzschuh. She was united in marriage to Clarence Kowalsky, on October 5, 1940, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, in Racine, Wi., He preceded...
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