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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Keith Ruelle

Keith Ruelle

Jul 12, 2023

RACINE –  Keith Joseph Ruelle, 79, of Racine died Wednesday July 12, 2023 after a short but hard-fought battle with a rare form of blood cancer.

Born on June 12, 1944 in Kenosha, WI, Keith was the son of Earl and Ottilia Ruelle (nee Gedemer).

Keith graduated from St. Catherine's High School in Racine, WI...

John Henry Mccullough

John Henry Mccullough

Jul 11, 2023

John Henry McCullough was born to the late Marion "Mac" and Lucille (nee: Valley) McCullough on October 9, 1942.

He graduated from Park High School in 1960.  He attended Trinity College.  On August 16, 1969, he married the love of his life, Priscilla J. Yunk.  Their marriage was blessed with two sons, Peter McCullough of Milwaukee, and...

George William Kinney

George William Kinney

Jul 10, 2023

George W. Kinney, 75, received the promise of eternal life on July 10, 2023.  He was born in Rock Island, IL, on April 3, 1948, son of the late George and Mildred (nee: Fetes) Kinney.

George was united in marriage to the former Mary Lou Crooks on August 18, 1990, in Moline, IL.

George worked...

Jeffrey Philip Konesko

Jeffrey Philip Konesko

Jul 10, 2023

Racine – Jeffrey Konesko, age 69, passed away at Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center in Milwaukee on Monday, July 10, 2023.

Jeff was born in Racine to Felix and Marie (nee: Boivin) Konesko on May 6, 1954. He graduated from St. Catherine's High School in 1972. On May 31, 1980, Jeff was united in marriage to Kathleen...

James A. Castroreale

James A. Castroreale

Jul 9, 2023

James A. Castroreale, age 58 of Racine, passed away unexpectedly in Milwaukee WI with his family by his side. He was born in Mount Pleasant, WI (Lake Park) on December 8, 1964, to the late Ben and Delores (Bisher) Castroreale.

Jim was fun-loving, smart, and talented with his hands.  He loved getting on a backhoe, driving, and...

Jeff Knuckles

Jeff Knuckles

Jul 9, 2023

Jeff Knuckles, 68, passed away at Aurora Medical Center-Mt. Pleasant on Sunday, July 9, 2023. He was born in Tyronza, Arkansas, on October 1, 1954, the son of Joseph and Odesser (nee: Burns) Knuckles Sr.

Jeff had been employed by Racine Steel. He enjoyed painting houses and working in the garden.

Surviving are his siblings,...

Judith Mary Molbeck

Judith Mary Molbeck

Jul 8, 2023

MOUNT PLEASANT – Mrs. Judith M. Molbeck, 83, passed away at Ascension All Saints on Saturday, July 8, 2023.

Judy was born in Racine on November 19, 1939, the daughter of the late Sigward and Verna (nee Nelson) Hansen. She graduated from William Horlick High School.

She married Jack Molbeck on May 25, 1990.

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Jay R. Slesarenko

Jay R. Slesarenko

Jul 7, 2023

Jay R. Slesarenko, age 71, of Racine, passed away at his home on Friday, July 7, 2023. He was born on April 24, 1952 in Racine, a son of Fred and Lorretta (nee: Reisenauer) Slesarenko. Jay was a 1970 graduate of Case High School and served our country in the US Army during the Vietnam War. He was employed...

Gerhardt J. "Gary" Bublitz

Gerhardt J. "Gary" Bublitz

Jul 5, 2023

Gerhardt "Gary" Bublitz, 78, (Jan 1, 1945-July 5, 2023) passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family. Gary grew up in South Milwaukee and graduated from South Milwaukee High School in 1962. Immediately after graduation, at the age of 17, he joined the United States Coast Guard and traveled the world, serving 4 years on active duty...

Elizabeth Ann Hurtubise

Elizabeth Ann Hurtubise

Jul 5, 2023

Elizabeth Ann "Betty" (Nee: Hamers) Hurtubise passed away on July 5, 2023, at Aurora Medical Center, Mt. Pleasant, WI, with members of her loving family at her side. Betty was born in Racine, to Joseph and Judith (Lefever) Hamers on July 25, 1939. She attended St. Joseph School and graduated from St. Catherine's High School "Class of 1957."

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Joshua Andrew Laforge

Joshua Andrew Laforge

Jul 4, 2023

Joshua Andrew LaForge, 41, of Union Grove, Wisconsin, lived a life of intentionality and focus, while forever utilizing his sense of humor to bridge the gaps, diffuse uncertainty, and lighten hearts of those around him. He passed away on Tuesday, July 4, 2023 unexpectedly, though with the love of his life, his wife, Nicole, at his side.

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Mikel S. Shook

Mikel S. Shook

Jul 4, 2023

Mikel S. Shook, age 57, of Racine passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 4, 2023.

Mikel was born in Kenosha on April 16, 1966, a son of Clois and Bernita (nee: Bloom) Shook.

He was employed as the shipping and receiving coordinator with Summit Packaging for over twenty years.

He was a remarkable...

Ruben J. "Cheese" Ramos Jr.

Ruben J. "Cheese" Ramos Jr.

Jul 3, 2023

Ruben John "Cheese" Ramos Jr, 41 of Racine, passed away unexpectedly on Monday July 3rd, 2023 in Apatzingan, Michoacan, Mexico. On this day many lost a friend, a compadre, an associate, barber, a brother, cousin, nephew, an uncle, padrino, a Father…above all a true legend! Ruben was born on October 29th, 1981, in Racine, WI; son of Ruben Ramos...

Helena Wojcik

Helena Wojcik

Jun 30, 2023

Mrs. Helena Wojcik, 95, died quietly with her family around her on Friday, June 30th, 2023, at Parkview Gardens Assisted Living Apartments in Racine.She was born in Rovno, Ukraine on April 21, 1928, the daughter of the late Joseph and Dominque Kovslo. She grew up in Europe during WWII and was a Holocaust survivor. She married Marion Wojcik on...

Dora Lee Mullins

Dora Lee Mullins

Jun 30, 2023

Dora Lee Mullins, age 77, passed away on Friday, June 30, 2023. She was born January 18, 1946 to Josephine Arthur in Orrville, AL. She confessed her love for Christ at a young age. Dora completed her education in the Dallas County school system in Beloit, AL. In 1963, Dora married Ed Mullins. She conceived four children. She loved...

Marietta "Mary" Heuer

Marietta "Mary" Heuer

Jun 29, 2023

Racine – Marietta "Mary" Heuer, age 76, passed away peacefully at home early Thursday morning, June 29, 2023.

Mary was born in Racine, WI on August 27, 1946 to the late Elmer and Ella (nee: Radewan) Wuerzberger. On June 12, 1965 she was united in marriage with Ronald Heuer.

Among many interests, Mary liked to...

Krystl Jean Kosmala

Krystl Jean Kosmala

Jun 29, 2023

Krystl Jean Kosmala, 40, of Caledonia, passed away at her residence, following a medical issue. She was born in Racine on November 22, 1982, the daughter of Robert and Lyn (Poplawski) Matson.

On October 3, 2015, in the DeKoven Center, she was united in marriage to Joshua Michael Kosmala. Krystl received her Bachelor of Arts in communications...

Antoinette Urban

Antoinette Urban

Jun 28, 2023

Antoinette (Skinkis) Urban, age 99 of Kenosha, passed away on June 28, 2023, daughter of the late Anthony and Agatha (nee Stryruaviciate) Skinkis.

She lived on the southwest side of Chicago most of her life until she decided to be near her son at the ripe old age of 93.  She was married to the late Algird...

André Deshawn Hicks

André Deshawn Hicks

Jun 27, 2023

On June 27, 2023, in the city of Kenosha, Wisconsin, André DeShawn Hicks, a resident of Kenosha, Wisconsin, passed away without incident. On February 1, 1972, in the city of Chicago, Illinois, André was born to his parents, Billie Boyd and Zenobia Hicks. He was their first child.

In 1979, André and his family relocated to Kenosha,...

Chantile Desiree White

Chantile Desiree White

Jun 26, 2023

Chantile Desiree White, 47, formerly of Milwaukee, WI passed away in Springfield, IL on Monday June 26, 2023. She was born in Racine, WI on April 10, 1976, to the late Charlene (Walls) Fatheree and Charles White Jr. Chantile received her education in Racine, WI at J ICase High School. After Graduating, she had two daughters before moving to...

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