Obituaries

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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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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

Jun 26, 2023

George Pease Nelson, 38, of Salem, WI, passed away at his residence on June 26, 2023. He was born in Burlington, WI on November 18, 1984, the son of Kim and Charlann (nee: Yebon-Pease) Nelson.

George was an orderly for various nursing homes in the area. He loved playing video games, watching movies and documentaries. He will...

Jun 26, 2023

Julie A. Lalor, age 65, of Racine, passed away peacefully in her home on June 26, 2023, surrounded by her loving family.

Julie was born in Racine on August 9, 1957, a daughter of the late Ronald E. and Suzanne T. (nee: Geyer) Jones. She grew up on Villa St. and graduated from Walden HS, before going...

Jun 25, 2023

Robert C. Brau, 79, of Union Grove, passed away at his residence on Sunday, June 25, 2023. He was born in Racine on September 16, 1943, the son of the late Robert A. and Doris Belle (nee: Shockley) Brau.

On September 22, 1961, he was united in marriage to Suzann E. Otto. Robert had been employed by...

Jun 25, 2023

Thomas "Thom" H. Petersen, 77, passed away peacefully in his sleep at his residence early on Sunday, June 25, 2023 following a relatively short, intense battle with pancreatic cancer. He was born in Racine on December 2, 1945, the son of the late Harry and Esther (nee: Ziemke) Petersen. On June 30, 1973, he was united in marriage to...

Jun 24, 2023

RACINE – Joseph Edward Sus, 84, passed away on Saturday, June 24, surrounded by his family.

A lifetime resident, Joe was born in Racine on May 20, 1939, to the late Joseph and Gertrude (nee. Hantschel) Sus. He graduated from St. Catherine's High School and then attended Dominican College, focusing on his love for music and teaching...

Jun 24, 2023

RACINE – Sandra L. Heieren, 80, passed away at Ascension All Saints on Saturday, June 24, 2023.

A lifelong resident of Racine, she was born on January 9, 1943, the daughter of the late Richard and Hazel (nee Tooley) Heiser.

Sandra married Frank I. Heieren on November 30, 1966.

She worked for Multi...

Jun 24, 2023

Quirinius Williams, lovingly referred to as "Qui", passed away on Saturday, June 24, 2023. He was born in Racine, WI on January 14, 1986, the youngest son of TJ & Cora Williams. Quirinius received his education in the Racine Unified School System from Washington Park Academy, graduating in June, 2005, Gateway Technical Collège Racine, WI., and worked for...