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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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Rocky Thomas Bettazza

Rocky Thomas Bettazza

Sep 25, 2007

Racine- Rocky Thomas Bettazza, 32, passed away on Tuesday, September 25, 2007 as the result of a traffic accident in Dover, Wisconsin. Rocky was born in Chico, California on October 13, 1974. He graduated from Minico High School in Rupert, Idaho in 1993. Shortly after, he moved to Illinois where he resided until moving to Wisconsin 2 years ago....

Michael J. Foss

Michael J. Foss

Sep 25, 2007

PARIS TOWNSHIP – Michael J. Foss, 41, died on Tuesday, September 25, 2007 as the result of an automobile accident in Racine County. He was born in Racine on May 13, 1966 to Herman and Barbara (nee: Andersen) Foss, Jr. and baptized into the Lutheran Faith. He was raised in Somers, confirmed at St. John's Lutheran Church, and graduated...

Christine B. Sokol

Christine B. Sokol

Sep 24, 2007

– Christine B. Sokol, 99, died peacefully at her residence on Monday, September 24, 2007. She was born in Flensburg, Germany on February 6, 1908, the daughter of the late Max and Elania (nee: Petersen) Qvaeschning. On October 18, 1952, she marrie

Joseph N. Gajan

Joseph N. Gajan

Sep 22, 2007

Racine- Joseph N. Gajan, 68, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, September 22, 2007 following a fearless 10-year battle with cancer. A lifetime Lake Park resident, Joe was born in Racine on December 6, 1938 to the late Joseph and Josephine (nee: Smith) Gajan. On July 30, 1960, Joe was united in marriage with the love of...

Frank Steinmetz

Frank Steinmetz

Sep 19, 2007

Frank Steinmetz, 56, died unexpectedly at his residence on Wednesday, September 19, 2007. He was born in Dayton, OH on February 12, 1951, the son of the late Frank and Velma (nee: Friend) Steinmetz. Frank had been employed by Racine Tire. He was an avid Cincinnati Bengal fan. Surviving are his brother Charles Steinmetz of Dayton, OH; sisters Velma...

Milton B. Henningfeld

Milton B. Henningfeld

Sep 19, 2007

Milton B. Henningfeld, 84, passed away in Wheaton Franciscan Hospital on Wednesday, September 19, 2007. He was born on the family farm in Franksville on April 27, 1923, the son of the late Rudolph and Lillian (nee: Boss) Henningfeld. On January 13, 1947, in Chicago, IL, he was united in marriage to the former Helen Sternig. Mr. Henningfeld was...

Marguerite Ann Massie

Marguerite Ann Massie

Sep 19, 2007

Kenosha- Marguerite Ann Massie (nee: Gavin), 81, of Pleasant Prairie, died Wednesday, September 19, 2007, at St. Luke's Medical Center in Milwaukee. Marguerite was born in Wexford, Iowa on December 9, 1925 to Michael and Elizabeth Gavin. She moved to Racine in 1942, working as a comptometrist at Young Radiator until her marriage at St. Mary's Church on July...

Rinaldo Cookie Bell

Rinaldo Cookie Bell

Sep 19, 2007

Rinaldo "Cookie" Bell, 48 passed away unexpectedly at his residence on Monday, September 17, 2007. Cookie was born in Racine on April 7, 1959 the son of Willie Fred and Johnnie (nee: Kirkse) Bell. He leaves to cherish his memories his parents, Willie Fred Bell of Milwaukee, Johnnie Kirkse Bell or Racine; children, Aisha Oliver of Iowa, Jeanni Simpson...

Lawrence Newton Jones

Lawrence Newton Jones

Sep 17, 2007

Racine- Lawrence Newton Jones, 62, passed away at the Wheaton Franciscan- All Saints Medical Center on Monday, September 17, 2007. Larry was born in Manitowoc, WI on May 8, 1945 to the late Newton Thomas and Kathryn Irma (nee: Soine) Jones. A graduate of Lincoln High School in Manitowoc, he went on to earn a double major from UW-Oshkosh....

Leroy Joseph Derosier

Leroy Joseph Derosier

Sep 17, 2007

Racine – LeRoy J. DeRosier, 85, passed away at All Saints Hospital on Monday, September 17, 2007. He was born in Escanaba, Michigan on December 29, 1921 to the late Fred and Eva (nee: Clement) DeRosier. He was a Racine resident for most of his life. On June 22, 1946 he was married to Doris Ledger in St Rose...

Amy Ann Tenuta

Amy Ann Tenuta

Sep 16, 2007

Kenosha – Amy Ann (nee: Petersen) Tenuta, 31, tragically passed away in Milwaukee at Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital on Sunday, September 16, 2007 after suffering a sudden ruptured cerebral aneurysm on Saturday afternoon. Amy was born in Racine on February 4, 1976. She graduated from William Horlick High School in 1994. While at Horlick, Amy was an accomplished member...

Carolyn M. Alvarez

Carolyn M. Alvarez

Sep 16, 2007

Carolyn M. Alvarez RACINE – Carolyn M. Alvarez, 53, died at St. Luke's Medical Center on Sunday, September 16, 2007. She was born in Pearsall, TX on February 4, 1954 to the late Charlie and Celia (nee: Thompson) Williams. Carolyn worked for Lincoln Lutheran Home for 19 years. She is survived by her children, Lisa Williams, Jesus Alvarez, Jr.,...

Edythe Binder

Edythe Binder

Sep 13, 2007

Racine – Edythe Binder, 85, passed away at Ridgewood Care Center on Thursday, September 13, 2007. She was born in Racine, June 15, 1922, daughter of William and Hazel (nee: Crouch) Vaughn. Edythe graduated from Washington Park High in 1940. On August 16, 1941, Edythe was united in marriage to Rudolph P. Binder who preceded her in death January...

Sylvia Marie Sohr

Sylvia Marie Sohr

Sep 13, 2007

Sylvia Marie Sohr, 94, passed away at Ridgewood Care Center on September 13, 2007. She was born in Racine on February 15, 1913, daughter of the late Niels and Carrie (nee: Schneeberger) Rask. She was married to Gordon M. Sohr, Sr. on July 17, 1932 in Crown Point, Indiana. Together, they built their home and their dreams, and lived...

Wilhelmina L. Powell

Wilhelmina L. Powell

Sep 12, 2007

Mrs. Wilhelmina L. Powell, 95, was received into God's hands on Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2007, after a choking incident at Oak Ridge Care Center of Union Grove, WI on Sept. 10th. She was born on May 10, 1912, to Lawrence and Johanna (nee: Vegel) Den Hartigh in Port Golden, NJ. She lived most of her life in Racine except...

Gerald E. Meier

Gerald E. Meier

Sep 11, 2007

Racine- Gerald E. Meier, 78, passed away at WFH – All Saints Medical Center, surrounded with the love of his family, on Tuesday, September 11, 2007. Gerald was born in Milwaukee on July 11, 1929 to the late Ray and Eleanor (nee: Dolke) Meier. He faithfully served our Country with the United States Army during the Korean War. Following...

"Rick" Edward L. Martin

"Rick" Edward L. Martin

Sep 11, 2007

Racine – Edward L. Martin, 61, passed away at Aurora Medical Center in Kenosha on Tuesday, September 11, 2007. He was born in Taylor, Mississippi on March 29, 1946, son of the late Curtis and Laellar (nee: Carothers) Most of his life he had lived in Racine. On August 12, 1977 in Racine he was united in marriage to...

Mary Capoun

Mary Capoun

Sep 9, 2007

Mary "Ethel" Capoun, 71, passed away unexpectedly at her home (Capoun Golf Range on Green Bay Rd.) on Sunday, September 9, 2007. Ethel was born in Chicago, IL on September 4, 1936 to the late William and Mary (nee: McKeon) Van De Logt. In Chicago, on November 18, 1955, she was united in marriage with George James Capoun. Ethel...

Dr. Donald Edward Lenz, Dds

Dr. Donald Edward Lenz, Dds

Sep 7, 2007

Racine- Dr. Donald Edward Lenz, D.D.S., 78, passed away on Friday evening, September 7, 2007 at 11:35 pm. A lifetime resident, he was born in Racine on February 22, 1929 to the late John and Helen (nee: Stieve) Lenz. A graduate of William Horlick High School in 1947, Don went on to receive his undergraduate education from the University...

George Pete

George Pete

Sep 5, 2007

Athelstane, WI (formerly of Racine)- George Pete, 79, passed away at his home in Athelstane, WI on Wednesday, September 5, 2007. George was born in Phelps, WI on February 1, 1928 to the late Joseph and Josephine (nee: Antoine) Pete. He lived most of his life in Racine retiring to Marinette Co. in 2005. George faithfully served our Country...

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