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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Elsie M. Person

Elsie M. Person

Feb 21, 2024

Elsie M. Person, age 84 of Racine, passed away on Wednesday, February 21, 2024, in her home surrounded by the love of family.

She was born in Brownsville, TN, on June 7, 1939, the daughter of the late Jack and (nee: Mc Farland) Katherine Caldwell.  At the age of 13, her parents and other siblings moved to...

Shirley Goodwin

Shirley Goodwin

Feb 19, 2024

Celebration of Life – Shirley Goodwin

Shirley Goodwin (nee Floyd), a beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, grandmother, great grandmother and cousin, passed away at the age of 75 on February 19, 2024, in Racine, WI.

Born on November 2, 1948, in Magee, MS, Shirley Goodwin was the daughter of late CW and...

Mark Douglas Pederson

Mark Douglas Pederson

Feb 19, 2024

Mark Douglas Pederson, age 71, passed away peacefully at Grande Prairie Health & Rehab Center on Monday, February 19, 2024.

Mark was born in Grand Forks, North Dakota on October 14, 1952 to the late Theodore and Doris (nee: Common) Pederson. He was a 1971 graduate of JI Case High School. Mark faithfully served our country with...

Jean Audrey Lensby

Jean Audrey Lensby

Feb 18, 2024

Jean Audrey Lensby (nee: Leonard), age 91, passed away on Sunday, February 18, 2024 with her daughter by her side.

She was born June 4, 1932 in Milwaukee, the daughter of Francis and Evelyn (nee: Cunningham) Leonard. Jean worked at many places throughout her life. The last two jobs where she met many friends were Surgitek and...

Lorraine M. Stachow

Lorraine M. Stachow

Feb 18, 2024

MOUNT PLEASANT – Mrs. Lorraine Mary Stachow, 98, passed away at Pleasant Point on February 18, 2024.

She was born in Racine on June 19, 1925, the daughter of the late Frank and Anna (nee Oteman) Bednar.  Lorraine married Felix Stachow on February 2, 1946.  He preceded her in death on August 21, 2015.

She...

Rose Ella Harmann

Rose Ella Harmann

Feb 18, 2024

Rose Ella (nee: Mueller) Harmann, age 92, passed away peacefully at Aurora Medical Center – Mount Pleasant on Sunday, February 18, 2024 surrounded with the love of family.

Rose Ella was born on September 1, 1931 to the late Peter and Elizabeth (nee: Hartmann) Mueller. She attended Holy Name Elementary School and graduated from St. Catherine's High...

Marlene J. White

Marlene J. White

Feb 17, 2024

Marlene J. White, age 62, passed away at Ignite Medical Resort in Oak Creek, WI on Saturday, February 17, 2024.

Marlene was born in Chippewa Falls, WI on December 26, 1961 to Thomas and Eleanor (nee: Stelter) White. She had an eye for interior decorating and kept up with the latest fashions. Marlene loved her family and...

Christopher Tom Edward Nesby

Christopher Tom Edward Nesby

Feb 16, 2024

Christopher Tom Edward Nesby "Boobie" was born June 26 th , 1970 to the late Ruth Lee Nesby and Elbert Williams in Chicago, IL.

Boobie attended Pope Elementary School and Farragut Career Academy in Chicago, IL. Boobie and his family then relocated to Racine, Wi in 1989 where he worked various jobs as a package handler.

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Mark E. Schweissinger

Mark E. Schweissinger

Feb 15, 2024

RACINE – Mark unexpectedly passed away at his home, February 15, 2024. He was born February 14, 1959, in Milwaukee and raised in Racine, WI, where he attended Case HS, Class of '77. He worked various jobs throughout his career and always made lasting friendships with whomever he worked.  A well-loved man, Mark enjoyed meeting new people from every...

Lowell Charon

Lowell Charon

Feb 13, 2024

Joseph "Lowell" Charon, age 85, of Kenosha, passed away on Tuesday, February 15, 2024.

Lowell was born in Escanaba, MI on November 9, 1938, a son of the late Joseph A. and Elizabeth (nee: Swille) Charon.

He was educated in Escanaba schools.

On March 1, 1969, in Hartford, SD, he was united in...

Edward Eugene Johnke

Edward Eugene Johnke

Feb 13, 2024

Edward Eugene Johnke, age 75, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Tuesday, February 13, 2024.

Edward was born on July 11, 1948 in Chicago, IL to Edward and Mary (Hart) Johnke. Edward's mother, Mary, tragically passed away when Edward was 5 years old. He was raised by his grandmother, Florisa and grandfather, Jeff. Edward...

Lilah I. Haarsma

Lilah I. Haarsma

Feb 12, 2024

Lilah Haarsma, age 78 of the Town of Egg Harbor, peacefully passed away on February 12, 2024. She was born on September 16, 1945, in Merrill, Wisconsin, to the late Laverne and Florence (Lee) Miller.

In 1965, Lilah married the love of her life, Gary Haarsma, with whom she shared 55 wonderful years. Together, they raised two...

Maria T. Von Schrader

Maria T. Von Schrader

Feb 12, 2024

Racine- Maria T. von Schrader, age 97, passed away peacefully while surrounded by her family at Ascension Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare in Franklin, WI. on February 12, 2024.

Maria was born in Augsburg, Germany on August 23,1926 to Karl August Julius and Maria (nee:) Ruckser) Butz.  She was a survivor of World War II and emigrated to the...

Robert "Bob" Norman Compton

Robert "Bob" Norman Compton

Feb 11, 2024

MOUNT PLEASANT – Robert "Bob" Compton, 73, passed away unexpectedly at his residence on February 11, 2024.

He is survived by his wife, Peggy Compton, and his sons, Paul Compton and Robert Compton, Jr.

A private family service will take place.  Please feel free to leave condolences and messages for the family below.

James David Hay

James David Hay

Feb 9, 2024

James D. Hay, 92, of Racine, peacefully entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior on February 9, 2024.

James was born in Racine on January 13,1932, and was the son of Harold R. and Luella (Krueger) Hay.

He served in the U.S. Air Force in Korea. On June 26,1954, James and Beverly Nickerson...

William N. Mason

William N. Mason

Feb 9, 2024

William (Bill) N. Mason April 23, 1926 – February 9, 2024

Friends are invited to a memorial for Bill Mason, held by the Mason family, on February 24, 2024, at the YMCA Camp Minikani Halquist Lodge, 875 Amy Belle Rd, Hubertus, WI from 12:00 to 3:00 pm. Contact Pamela for more information at 203-654-1405.

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Bobbie Jean Lott

Bobbie Jean Lott

Feb 8, 2024

Bobbie J. Lott, age 64, passed away peacefully on February 8 th , 2024, with family by her side. Bobbie was born on January 19 th , 1960, to the union of Fred and Bernice Lott in Lambert, Mississippi. Bobbie accepted Christ as her savior at an early age while attending Bright and Morning Star Baptist Church. Bobbie attended...

Gerald Lewis Billingsley

Gerald Lewis Billingsley

Feb 7, 2024

RACINE – Gerald "Jerry" Lewis Billingsley, born on October 11, 1955 in Saginaw, MI, to Rev. Ernest Gerald and Doris Marie Billingsley. He peacefully entered eternal life on February 7 th , 2024, at AccentCare Hospice after a brief illness.

Jerry, the fourth of seven children, received his education in Saginaw, MI, and Racine, WI public school...

Timothy Jay Hoeffert

Timothy Jay Hoeffert

Feb 6, 2024

Timothy J. Hoeffert, 64, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away at his residence and welcomed into heaven on Tuesday, February 6, 2024. He was born in Racine on November 10, 1959, the son of the late Theodore and Marilyn (nee: Casper) Hoeffert.

Timothy was not just a man; he was a force of nature, a one-of-a-kind soul whose...

Shirley Ann Krekling

Shirley Ann Krekling

Feb 5, 2024

RACINE – Mrs. Shirley Ann Krekling, 88, passed away at her residence on Monday, February 5, 2024.

She was born in Deer River, MN on April 5, 1935, the daughter of the late Gilman and Martha (nee Floro) Hagen.

Shirley married John Louis Krekling on February 18, 1956, at Gethsemane Lutheran Church in Racine, where...

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