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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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Brenda K. Gillespie

Brenda K. Gillespie

Sep 11, 2022

Brenda Katherine Gillespie was born on August 5, 1957, in Macon, Mississippi. At age 65, Brenda passed away peacefully in her bed September 11, 2022. Brenda attended Knoxubee County High School in Macon, Mississippi. Brenda left Mississippi in 1985 and moved to Racine, Wisconsin with her eldest brother Donald W. Gillespie. Brenda loved to help anyone in need and...

Henry B. Mata

Henry B. Mata

Sep 10, 2022

Henry B. Mata, 76, passed away at Ascension-All Saints, on Saturday, September 10, 2022. He was born in Fort Worth, TX on January 13, 1946, the son of the late Meliton, and Marie (nee: Bermejo) Mata.

Henry had been employed by S.C. Johnson and Son for over 30 years. He was a member of St. Lucy Catholic...

Glenter Jerome Banks, Sr.

Glenter Jerome Banks, Sr.

Sep 10, 2022

Glenter Jerome Banks, Sr.

October 1, 1962 – September 10, 2022

Racine – Glenter Jerome Banks, Sr., age 59, passed away at his residence on Saturday, September 10, 2022.

Glenter was born in Waukegan, IL. At a young age, he was adopted by Ezra and Pearl (nee: Johnson) Banks. Glenter loved...

Georgene (Nee: Cottingham) Searcy

Georgene (Nee: Cottingham) Searcy

Sep 9, 2022

Georgene (nee: Cottingham) Searcy, age 74, entered eternal life September 9, 2022. Georgene was born March 9,1948 in Montevallo, Alabama to George W. II and Marie A. (nee Prentice) Cottingham. She loved working at JI Case in Racine as a keyboard operator. Her hobby was shopping and spoiling her grandchildren. She also loved music, dancing and, cooking; her favorite...

David Lee Zuniga

David Lee Zuniga

Sep 7, 2022

David Lee Zuniga, 59, passed away at his residence on September 7, 2022.  He was born in Racine on August 26, 1963, son of the late Jesus and Margaret (nee: Wahlust) Zuniga.

David was a forklift operator for JRS Distribution.  He enjoyed fishing and camping especially up north in Merrill, WI.

David leaves to cherish...

Carol D. Townsend

Carol D. Townsend

Sep 7, 2022

Carol D. Townsend-Pearson age 53, passed away peacefully Wednesday morning September 7, 2022, comforted by her loving family. Carol was born on May 9, 1969, in Racine, Wisconsin to Lady D. Townsend and Willie B. Pearson. Carol received Christ at an early age at Midtown Church of Christ in Racine, WI. Carol received her formal education at Washington Park...

Kenneth Mcclain

Kenneth Mcclain

Sep 6, 2022

Kenneth 'Pimp" McClain, age 63, of Racine passed away on Tuesday, September 6, 2022, at his home.

He was born on July 5, 1959, in Racine the son of Curtis Lee and Zannie Lee (nee: Gilliam) McClain Jr.  He received his education at Horlick High School in Racine and was a faithful employee of AMC/Chrysler for thirty-five...

Alois "Louie" Fenkl

Alois "Louie" Fenkl

Sep 6, 2022

Racine – Alois "Louie" Fenkl, age 95, passed away peacefully in his recliner at home on Tuesday, September 6, 2022.

Alois was born in the Czech Republic on September 25, 1926 to the late Maxamillian and Maria Magdalena (nee: Kolbe) Fenkl. On October 14, 1950 in Ansbach, Germany he was united in marriage with Katharina "Karin" (nee:...

David Theodore Whitham

David Theodore Whitham

Sep 5, 2022

Kenosha – David Whitham, age 88, passed away at Froedtert South Kenosha Hospital on September 5, 2022.

David was born in New London, Iowa on January 13, 1934 to Theodore R. and Almeda L. (nee: Miller) Whitham. He was united in marriage to Betty Sue Lowe on October 22, 1954.

After attending Bible College, David...

Rufus J. Perry

Rufus J. Perry

Sep 5, 2022

On August 14, 1945, Rufus Jerry Perry was born to the late Mack and Sarah (Cotton) Perry in Macon, Mississippi.  Rufus peacefully entered into eternal life on Monday, September 5, 2022, while at his home.  Rufus accepted Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior at a young age while attending Salem Methodist Church in Macon, Mississippi.  He attended George Washington...

Carole Jean Allan

Carole Jean Allan

Sep 3, 2022

MOUNT PLEASANT – Carole Jean (nee: Lois) Allan, age 77, passed away unexpectedly, yet peacefully, at Aurora Mount Pleasant Hospital on Saturday, September 3, 2022.

Carole was born in Burlington, WI on October 15, 1944 to the late Alvin and Vera (nee: Bodden) Lois. She was a graduate of Burlington High School. Carole was united in marriage...

Bernard A. Anderson

Bernard A. Anderson

Sep 3, 2022

Racine- Bernard A. Anderson, age 58, passed away unexpectedly at home on Sunday, September 4, 2022.

Bernard was born in Chicago, IL on May 3, 1964 to the late Archie and Mable (nee: Delapp) Anderson. He worked as a self-employed handyman / window cleaner.

Bernard was an accomplished drummer & singer, enjoyed watching WWF wrestling...

Eleanor Lukosaitis

Eleanor Lukosaitis

Sep 1, 2022

Mrs. Eleanor Lukosaitis, 100, of Kenosha passed away at Brookside Care Center on Thursday, September 1, 2022.

Eleanor was born in Chicago on July 13, 1922, the daughter of the John and Constance (Petrulis) Karolus.  Although she spent her childhood in Lithuania, she and her mother returned to the United States, graduating from St. Casimir Academy in...

Latisha "Tish" Nicole Freeman

Latisha "Tish" Nicole Freeman

Aug 31, 2022

Latisha (Tish) Nicole Freeman, age 45, of Racine passed away unexpectedly August 31, 2022 at her home.

She was born  April 1, 1977, in Racine the daughter of  Willie Charles Freeman and  Margaret (nee:Stills) Sacotte. She graduated from Washington Park High School in 1995.

She was a very devoted  mother to her only son, Keyshawn...

Brittany Lashawn Johnson

Brittany Lashawn Johnson

Aug 29, 2022

Brittany LaShawn Johnson, 30, of Kenosha (formerly of Racine) passed away unexpectedly at Aurora Medical Center – Burlington on Monday, August 29 th 2022.

Brittany was born on January 3, 1992 to Deischa Dalton (Johnson) and Shawn Lowery. Brittany attended Reuther High School and Gateway Technical College in Kenosha, WI receiving her diploma. Upon graduation, Brittany worked...

Mary Dorothy Johnson

Mary Dorothy Johnson

Aug 28, 2022

Mary Dorothy Johnson, 70, received the promise of eternal life on August 28, 2022.  She was born in Chicago on August 18, 1952, daughter of the late Stanley and Mary (née: Sady) Dziemburski.

Mary was a pharmacy technician for Osco Pharmacy for many years.  She loved animals of all kinds.  She could light up a room and...

Nicholas Bryan Beeson

Nicholas Bryan Beeson

Aug 27, 2022

Nicholas Bryan Beeson, 41, passed away on August 27, 2022, bravely trading the pancreatic cancer pain and the treatment pain for additional days with his family.  He was born in Libertyville, IL, on November 14, 1980, son of Franc and Anne (née: Wintering) Beeson.

Nicholas was united in marriage to the love of his life, the former...

Kristine "Kris" Annetta Zeller

Kristine "Kris" Annetta Zeller

Aug 25, 2022

MOUNT PLEASANT – Kristine "Kris" Annetta Zeller, age 60, passed away unexpectedly, yet peacefully, surrounded with the love of family, at Aurora Mount Pleasant Hospital on Thursday, August 25, 2022.

Kristine was born in Clarion, Iowa on July 1, 1962 to Don Garrett and Janet Sue (nee: Elliott) Kramersmeier. She was a 1980 graduate of Eagle Grove...

Paula Calderon Castillo

Paula Calderon Castillo

Aug 24, 2022

Mount Pleasant – Paula Calderon Castillo, age 95, passed peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday afternoon, August 24, 2022.

Paula was born in Somerset, Texas to the late Ramon and Carlotta (nee: Arredondo) Calderon on August 10, 1927. On March 21, 1946 in San Antonio, TX she was united in marriage with the love of...

Gary A. Kraus

Gary A. Kraus

Aug 23, 2022

RACINE – Gary Alan Kraus, age 81, passed away peacefully at Ascension All Saints Hospital on Tuesday, August 23, 2022.

Gary was born in Racine on August 15, 1941 to the late Henry John Kraus and Marie (nee: Schuppe) Kraus. After graduating from William Horlick High School in 1959, he found his way out to California, then...

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