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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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Logan James Chernouski
Dec 15, 2024
Logan James Chernouski, age 22, passed away unexpectedly at home on Sunday, December 15, 2024.
Logan graduated from Case High School. Logan had a contagious smile and laugh. He was always happy, even during hard times and health struggles. Because of this, he touched everyone's heart and brought joy to this world. Logan enjoyed interacting with people...
Susan "Sue" Marie Weaver
Dec 14, 2024
Susan "Sue" Marie Weaver, affectionately known as "Nani," passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 14, 2024, at Hospice Alliance-Hospice House in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin. She was 72 years old. Born on January 30, 1952, in Wildrose, Wisconsin, Susan was the beloved daughter of the late Alvin and Henrietta (née Drier) Eserhut. The family moved to Racine, Wisconsin in 1961....
Richard William Kotowski
Dec 13, 2024
Richard "Dick, Rich" Kotowski, age 81, of Mount Pleasant, passed away at home on Friday, December 13 th . He was born in Milwaukee on March 1, 1943, to the late Harry and Marion (nee: Butzlaff) Kotowski.
Dick graduated from Pulaski high school in 1961 and studied at UWM and UW Madison, receiving his degree in Pharmacy...
Jose Bonifacio Contreras
Dec 12, 2024
Jose Bonifacio Contreras passed away on December 12, 2024, on the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
He was born on June 5, 1942, in Poteet, Texas, to Alberto and Jovita (née Cabrieles) Contreras.
A gifted musician, Jose's talent for playing the accordion brought joy to countless lives. Whether performing for family gatherings, church events,...
Janet Mae Mcmorris
Dec 9, 2024
Janet (Pam) Mae McMorris went home to be with the Lord on Monday, December 9, 2024. Janet was born on February 9, 1957, to the late Eddie Lee and Hattie Mae Mayfield.
Janet graduated from Washington Park High School in 1977. Janet graduated from Stout University of Wisconsin; thereafter, she taught in Milwaukee Public Schools for many...
Barbara Louise Bell
Dec 7, 2024
Barbara Louise Bell (Bessie Jean), 86 years old, passed away peacefully Saturday, December 7, 2024. She was born in College Park, Georgia, on March 31, 1938. She received her formal education at South Fulton High School, East Point, Georgia. She was married to the late Hubert Lee Bell and together they had ten children. They moved to Racine, Wisconsin,...
Peter H. Beck
Dec 6, 2024
Peter H. Beck, 89, of Racine, passed away at Oak Creek Place on Friday, December 6, 2024. He was born in Racine on September 26, 1935, the son of the late Herbert and Lillian (nee: Jensen) Beck.
Peter was a graduate of St. Catherine's high school, class of '53. He proudly served his country with the US...
Pastor Aldred Willie Scaife
Dec 5, 2024
Racine – Pastor Aldred Willie Scaife, age 86, peacefully transitioned into eternal rest on December 5, 2024, at his home. He was born on July 7, 1938, in Marvell, Arkansas, to the late James and Anna (née Bridges) Scaife.
At twelve years old, Aldred accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior while attending New Hope M.B....
Linda L. Coutts
Dec 4, 2024
Linda Louise Coutts, age 70, of Racine, Wisconsin, peacefully transitioned on December 4, 2024.
She was born October 23, 1954 to Mariah and Tom Jim Floyd. She was married to the late Donald R. Coutts Jr.
Linda enjoyed walks in nature, collecting stamps, coins, antiques, taking pictures of nature and cooking for her family. Her...
O. T. Freeman
Dec 4, 2024
O.T. Freeman passed away peacefully on December 4, 2024, surrounded by family.
O.T. was born on December 5, 1935 in New Albany, MS to the late McKinley Wray and Jannie (Guyton) Wray. She accepted Christ at an early age. O.T. attended school in New Albany and later moved to Racine. She was united in marriage to the...
Alan Knorr Malmstadt
Dec 4, 2024
Alan Knorr Malmstadt, age 60, passed away at Aurora Medical Center – Mount Pleasant, on Wednesday, December 4, 2024
Al was born in Racine to Alfred and Sandra (nee: Knorr) Malmstadt on September 22, 1964. He was a 1982 graduate of Horlick High School. Al's life was centered around his daughter, Gabrial. He was so proud of...
Joseph Murl Sens
Dec 3, 2024
Joseph Murl Sens, 82, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away at his residence on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, following a long illness. He was born in Edina, Missouri on August 20, 1942, the son of the late Lewis and Mildred (nee: Mc Carty) Sens.
After graduating from Edina High School, Joe served his country with the United States...
Patricia J. "Patti" Olson
Dec 1, 2024
Patricia J. "Patti" Olson, age 68, of Somers, passed away peacefully at her home on December 1, 2024.
Patti was born in Racine on July 27, 1956, a daughter of the late John Sr. and Lillian (nee: Johnson) Zurawski.
On March 5, 1983, in Racine, she was united in marriage to Eric M. Olson. Sadly,...
James R. Thornton
Dec 1, 2024
James Roy Thornton, age 64, passed away at Aurora Medical Center – Mount Pleasant on Sunday, December 1, 2024 surrounded by family.
Jim was born in Racine to Elmer and Gloria (nee: Evenson) Thornton on May 7, 1960. He was employed by numerous companies in the area, including Goldblatt's Tire Center, Ganton Technology and Andis Company. On...
Vita Andersen
Dec 1, 2024
It is with a profound sense of loss and deep appreciation for a life well-lived that we announce the passing of Vita Andersen, age 77, who peacefully departed this world on December 1, 2024. Born on April 16, 1947, in the vibrant city of Copenhagen, Denmark, Vita graced our lives with her warmth, creativity, and culinary talents for over...
Judy Ellen Ostermann
Nov 30, 2024
Mount Pleasant – Judy Ellen (née Mach) Ostermann, age 71, passed away peacefully at home early Saturday morning, November 30, 2024, surrounded by the love and comfort of her family.
Judy was born in Racine on May 15, 1953, to Joseph Earl Mach and Helen Emma (née Dickinson) Mach Tuska. Her journey of love began in eighth...
Patrick Adam Cain
Nov 28, 2024
Kenosha, formerly of Racine – Patrick Adam Cain, age 56, passed away unexpectedly of a heart attack on Thanksgiving morning, November 28th, 2024 at Froedtert South, Pleasant Prairie. Patrick was born in Racine, November 14th, 1968, to the late Russell Cain and Jean Henderson. He was a graduate of Washington Park High School, class of 86′. On September 19th,...
Vicki Ellen Wells
Nov 28, 2024
Vicki E. Wells, 69, of Mount Pleasant, passed away at the Aurora Zilber Family Hospice, in Milwaukee, on Thursday, November 28, 2024. She was born in Racine on June 6, 1955, the daughter of the late Russell Earl and Evelyn Viola Vivian (nee: Bates) Burks, Sr.
Vicki was a graduate of Washington Park High School, class of...
Richard E. Root
Nov 28, 2024
Richard E. Root, age 64, of Kenosha, passed away at his home on November 28, 2024.
Rich was born on June 26, 1960, in Hudson, WI, a son of Herbert L. and Marlys A. (nee: Johnson) Root.
He attended Kansas State University, graduating with a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering in 1982. He then went...
Jessica Lynn Taskonis
Nov 28, 2024
Jessica Lynn Taskonis, beloved daughter, sister, and mother, age 52, of Racine, WI, passed away unexpectedly of cardiac arrest on November 28, 2024, leaving a huge void in her family. She was born in Racine on March 7, 1972 to William and Ruth (nee: Ballewske) Schmidt. Jessica attended Burlington High School before graduating with her Bachelor of Science Degree...
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