Obituaries

Apr 6, 2026

Racine – Patricia Ann Becker, age 94, passed away peacefully in her sleep, surrounded by her loving family, at The Woods of Caledonia late Monday, April 6, 2026.

Born in Kenosha on November 27, 1931, Pat was the second of eight children of the late Genevieve Vesta Williams (née Ahnen) and John Joseph Ahnen. She graduated from...

Apr 6, 2026

Thomas Edward Riedel, age 89, passed away unexpectedly, yet peacefully in his sleep at home, early Monday, April 6, 2026, after celebrating a beautiful Easter Sunday with family.

Tom was born in Racine, WI on March 17, 1937 to the late Clarence and Helen (nee: Kralicek) Riedel. He was a 1955 graduate of St. Catherine's High School....

Apr 5, 2026

Marcella "Marcel" Rogers, age 77, passed away on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026 at Froedtert South- Pleasant Prairie Hospital.

Marcel was born in New Albany, Mississippi on July 13, 1948 to the late Charles N. Rogers and Classye (nee: Hall) Rogers.He faithfully served our country with the United States Army during the Vietnam War.  With a profound...

Apr 5, 2026

Gloria Chavez-Olivera, age 59, passed away peacefully, with her family at her side at Aurora Medical Center early Sunday morning, April 5, 2026.

Gloria was born on February 5, 1967 to Irma Castillo and Antonio Chavez, Jr. in Raymondville, Texas. A 1985 graduate of Raymondville High School, she lived there until she moved to Wisconsin in 1988,...

Apr 3, 2026

STURTEVANT – Patricia C. Keller, 96, passed away at Aurora Medical Center in Mount Pleasant on Friday, April 3, 2026.

She was born in Racine on March 17, 1930, the daughter of the late Peter Paul and Antonia (nee Nowicki) Clemens.   Patricia attended Washington Park High School and later proudly earned her GED as an older adult....

Apr 1, 2026

Linnie Mae Battle, a woman of unmistakable presence, unwavering faith, and uncommon vision, passed peacefully from time into eternity on Tuesday, April 1, 2026, at The Gardens of Mount Pleasant in Mt. Pleasant, Wisconsin. She was 83 years old.

Born on January 15, 1943, in Lisman, Alabama, to Lindsey Sr. and Mary Ruffin, Linnie's life began in...

Mar 31, 2026

Susan M. Ricchio, age 77, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, at Parkview Gardens Memory Care Center on Tuesday, March 31, 2026.

Susan was born in Racine, Wisc. on August 21, 1948, daughter of the late Ernest George Ricchio and Ruth May (Nee: Peterson) Ricchio.

Susan graduated from Washington Park High School "Class of 1966". ...

Mar 29, 2026

After a brief unexpected diagnosis of cancer William 'Billy' Patrick Willman, age 58, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 29, 2026, after a courageous battle with an incurable form of cancer, surrounded by close friends and family.

Billy was born on November 6, 1967, in Racine, Wisconsin, to his father, Shuff Willman, and his loving mother, Patricia...

Mar 27, 2026

Mary Carmen Rangel, age 73, passed away peacefully on March 27, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.

Mary was born in Racine, WI, on August 12, 1952. She graduated from Horlick High School. Mary dedicated many years of service to the Racine Unified School District, working in custodial services. She took pride in her work and in...

Mar 27, 2026

Ellsworth Wayne Steinbach, age 89, passed away peacefully on March 27, 2026. He was born on June 9, 1936, in Hayfield, Minnesota, to Merton Steinbach and Anna (née Plagge) Steinbach.

In 1958, Ellsworth married the love of his life, Margret (née Koenig), in Minnesota. Together they shared 67 years of love, partnership, and devotion, raising their beloved...

Mar 26, 2026

RACINE – Mrs. Shirley D. Simon, 79, passed away at Ascension All Saints on Thursday, March 26, 2026.

She was born in Kenosha on August 7, 1946, the daughter of the late Glen and Genevieve (nee Dzibinski) Sapp.

Shirley married Gerald P. Simon on March 17, 1982.

She worked as a machine operator...

Mar 21, 2026

James Douglas Poulsen, 84, passed away peacefully Saturday, March 21, 2026 at St. Monica's Senior Living, Racine, WI.

He was born in Racine on February 10, 1942.  Jim was an outstanding athlete and had a significant impact at St. Catherine's High School.  In basketball he earned All-Conference, All-City and in 1960 was selected to the National All-Tournament...

Mar 21, 2026

Vicki Tippet-Baker, 67, of Somers, Wisconsin, passed away unexpectedly on March 21st, 2026, just days before her 68th birthday.

Born on March 30th, 1958, Vicki lived a life centered around love, family, and simple joys. On June 11th, 1983, she married the love of her life, Tab Baker, beginning a partnership that spanned more than four decades...

Mar 21, 2026

Jacquelynn "Jackie" Pfeilstifter, age 87, passed away at Brookside Care Center on Saturday, March 21, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Reedsburg, WI, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Lucille (Lange) Kunz.

She graduated from Baraboo High School in 1957 and then received her degree as a Registered Nurse from St Lukes...

Mar 20, 2026

Annie Belle Dunn, age 74, of Racine, WI passed away on Friday, March 20, 2026.

Annie was born to Willie R. Dunn, Sr. and Christine Mitchell-Petty on March 20, 1952 in Decatur, GA. Annie moved to Evanston, IL where she lived for quite a few years to be closer to her family. She then moved to Racine,...

Mar 20, 2026

Ray Alan Zabrowski, age 74, passed away peacefully on March 20, 2026, at his home at The Dayton Care Center following a courageous battle with lung cancer.

Ray was born on April 17, 1951, to the late Raymond Lewis and Edith (nee: Dutton) Zabrowski. A lifelong resident of the area, Ray spent his formative years in the...

Mar 18, 2026

RACINE – With love and gratitude for his life, we share that Bernard A. Kerns , 79, passed away at the Veterans Home – Boland Hall, Union Grove, on Wednesday, March 18, 2026.

Bernie was born in Milwaukee on August 6, 1946, and was the beloved son of the late Eugene and Muriel (née Berman) Kerns ....

Mar 18, 2026

Loren Bernard Drissel, 86, of Mount Pleasant, WI, passed away peacefully in his sleep early on Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at Lincoln Park Nursing Home.

He was born in Kenosha, WI, on June 16, 1939, the son of the late Bernard and Bernice (nee: Stollenwerk) Drissel.  Loren was born the second of five children.  He attended St....

Mar 18, 2026

Maedelle Charlotte (nee: Boris) Erickson, affectionately known as "Mitzi" her entire life, age 82, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home, surrounded with the love of her family, on Wednesday, March 18, 2026.

One of 13 children, Mitzi was born in Marshfield, WI on January 11, 1944 to the late Peter and Delores (nee: Zettler)...

Mar 17, 2026

Gary W. Hendrickson, age 84, of Sturtevant, Wisconsin, passed away on March 17, 2026.  He was born in 1943 in Erie, Pennsylvania, to William and Helen Hendrickson.

Gary will be remembered for his dedication to family and friends, his sharp mind, and his love of sailing and music.  Preceded in death by his immediate family, Gary is...