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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Linda Irene Hanson

Linda Irene Hanson

Dec 8, 2023

Linda Irene Hanson (Dulek), 61, passed away on December 8, 2023, at Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee surrounded by her loved ones.  She was born in Racine on October 23, 1962, daughter of the late Raymond and Rintha (nee: Whitetaker) Dulek.

Linda was kind, gracious, and loved by all that knew her. She enjoyed camping, fishing, gardening, and...

Mary Gapko

Mary Gapko

Dec 8, 2023

Racine – Mary Gapko, age 83, passed away unexpectedly, yet peacefully, at home on Friday, December 8, 2023.

Mary was born in Racine on January 12, 1940 to the late Ignatius "Nick" and Bernice (nee: Homintowski) Sowinski. A graduate of William Horlick High School, she went to earn her nursing degree. Mary served our community as a...

David Joseph Sielaff

David Joseph Sielaff

Dec 7, 2023

Sturtevant – David Joseph Sielaff, age 63, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded with the love of family, on Thursday, December 7, 2023.

David was born in Milwaukee, WI on December 22, 1959 to the late Donald and Jeanne (nee: Schessel) Sielaff. He was a 1978 graduate of Juneau High School. David faithfully served our country...

Janet E. Gohde

Janet E. Gohde

Dec 7, 2023

Janet E. Gohde, 87, of Racine, passed away at the Hospice Alliance Hospice House, Pleasant Prairie, on Thursday, December 7, 2023. She was born in Rhinelander, WI, on November 3, 1934, the daughter of the late Oren and Eileen (nee: Barber) Joslin.

Mrs. Gohde had been a resident of Racine since 1942. She was a graduate of...

Lynn Marie Usa

Lynn Marie Usa

Dec 7, 2023

KENOSHA – Lynn Marie Usa, 65, passed away at her residence on December 7, 2023.

She was born in Racine on November 17, 1958, the daughter of John A. and Carol A. (nee Thunhorst) Usa.  She graduated from Mary D. Bradford High School.

In her younger years, Lynn enjoyed singing and performing in a band. ...

Larry J. Sheppard

Larry J. Sheppard

Dec 6, 2023

Larry J. Sheppard, age 67, of Elmwood Park, passed away on December 6, 2023.

Larry was born in Racine on February 28, 1956, a son of the late Jack J. and Wanda P. (nee: Przytarski) Sheppard. He was a 1974 graduate of Washington Park High School. Larry was employed with InSinkErator for over 30 years in the...

Laurel L. Scola

Laurel L. Scola

Dec 2, 2023

Laurel L. Scola, of Racine, passed away peacefully at home with her loving husband by her side on December 2, 2023 at the age of 77.

Laurel was born in Kenosha on October 1, 1946, a daughter of the late Laurence and Everell (nee: Chambers) Boyle.  Laurel graduated from Mary D. Bradford High School in 1964.

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William Paul Dombrowski

William Paul Dombrowski

Dec 2, 2023

William (Bill) P. Dombrowski passed away on December 2, 2023. Bill lived a life of family, faith, and Polish traditions.

Bill was born to Eugenia Wosczyk in New York City on July 30, 1928. Following a visit to Racine, Wisconsin, when he was six months old, Bill was adopted by his great-uncle and great-aunt, Victor and Cornelia...

Elsie Anna Squires

Elsie Anna Squires

Dec 1, 2023

Elsie Anna Squires, 96, formerly of Racine, passed away on December 1, 2023, at Azura Memory Care in Kenosha.  She was born in Kenosha on June 20, 1927, daughter of the late Joseph and Ollie (nee: Fourtner) Frederich.

Elsie was united in marriage to the love of her life, LaVerne "Vern" Squires on February 21, 1948, at...

Joan Lotus Hammill

Joan Lotus Hammill

Dec 1, 2023

RACINE – Joan Lotus Hammill, 88, passed away at her residence on December 1, 2023.

A lifelong resident of Racine, she was born on February 6, 1935, the daughter of John Joseph and LaVerne Margaret (nee Ruggaber) Dobecki. She graduated from Washington Park High School in 1952.

After graduation, she married Raymond Theron Hammill on...

Barbara E. Sturino

Barbara E. Sturino

Nov 30, 2023

Barbara E. Sturino, age 75, of Kenosha, passed away on Thursday, November 30, 2023.

Barb was born in Corinth, MS on September 17, 1948, the daughter of the late Sammie and Bobbie (nee: Ingram) Allen.

She was a graduate of Tremper High School and attended Gateway Technical College.

On May 10, 1986, in...

Irving "Sonny" Marko

Irving "Sonny" Marko

Nov 29, 2023

Irving V. "Sonny" Marko, 85, of Kenosha, passed away at Grand Prairie Health and Rehabilitation Center, on Wednesday, November 29 th .

He was born in Kenosha on September 19, 1938, the son of the late Irvin and Irene (nee: Gates) Marko.

Sonny served his country with the U. S. Army. On October 3, 1975,...

Joseph R. Wilczynski, Md

Joseph R. Wilczynski, Md

Nov 29, 2023

Dr. Joseph R. Wilczynski, 87, passed away at Ascension-All Saints on Wednesday, November 29, 2023. He was born in Gary, Indiana on September 24, 1936, the son of the late Joseph and Julia (nee: Bodja) Wilczynski,

Dr. Wilczynski started his career as a licensed pharmacist after receiving his degree from Purdue University, and later received his medical...

Billy C. Boyd

Billy C. Boyd

Nov 28, 2023

Racine – Billy Clay Boyd, a vibrant soul, departed from this world on November 28, 2023, at Ascension All Saints in Racine, WI, leaving behind a legacy filled with love, laughter, and enduring memories.

Born June 29, 1955, in Ripley, MS, to Jimmy and Zenola Boyd, Billy's journey began with the foundation of family. In 1957, the...

Cindy Kaye Siefert

Cindy Kaye Siefert

Nov 28, 2023

Mount Pleasant – Cindy Kaye Siefert, age 61, passed away at Aurora Medical Center – Mount Pleasant on Tuesday, November 28, 2023.

Cindy was born in Marshfield, WI to Gary and Nancy (nee: Schweiger) Abel on May 25, 1962. Cindy was united in marriage to David Siefert on May 3, 1986. She was employed by Centerwell Home...

Russell A. Harris

Russell A. Harris

Nov 28, 2023

Russell A. Harris, known to all as Rusty, a beloved brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on November 28, 2023, at the age of 54 in Racine, WI. He was born on September 29, 1969.

Rusty was preceded in death by his parents, Russell and Phyllis Harris. He is survived by his brothers Ken Harris (Dawn), Mike...

Donald Chester Kangas

Donald Chester Kangas

Nov 27, 2023

Yuma, AZ (formerly of Racine) – Donald Chester Kangas, age 86, passed away peacefully, under the watchful care of hospice, on Monday, November 27, 2023.

Donald was born in Milwaukee, WI on January 16, 1937 to the late Spyros and Lydia (nee: Borkowski) Kangas. He graduated from St. Catherine's High School in 1955 and was inducted into...

Darlene Ann Egtvedt

Darlene Ann Egtvedt

Nov 27, 2023

Darlene Ann Egtvedt, 88, passed away on November 26, 2023, on Christ the King Sunday, at Mon Health

Medical Center. Born September 14, 1935, she was the daughter of the late Seitsa "John" and

Blanche (Hrouda) Dykstra. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Burnel Egtvedt; three brothers, John Donald "Don" Dykstra, Lowell...

Fred Lee Douglas White, Jr.

Fred Lee Douglas White, Jr.

Nov 27, 2023

Fred Lee Douglas White, Jr., 51, peacefully passed away on November 27, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. Fred's loss was unexpected, but he lives on forever in our hearts. He is deeply loved and will be missed more than words can express.

Affectionately known by loved ones as "Pop," Fred was born in Racine, WI on...

Irene House Pearson

Irene House Pearson

Nov 26, 2023

Irene House Pearson, 79, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday November 26 , 2023. Irene was born in Brownsville, Tennessee on July 4, 1944, to her late father Mossie Jelks and mother Jettie Anderson Jelks. She was also preceded in death by her late husband, Robert Louis Pearson. She is survived her sisters, Betty Louis Newby, by...

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