Obituary for Richard Lee LaPointe February 22, 1937 – September 15, 2023 Richard Lee LaPointe passed into God’s Kingdom on Friday, Sept. 15, 2023, from The Gardens Assisted Living in Racine with his son and daughter at his side. He was 87 years old. Richard Lee LaPointe Richard was a lifelong resident of Racine, born […]
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June Irene DiBlasio, 91, was an avid cookbook collector and loved gardening, camping
Obituary for June Irene DiBlasio December 7, 1931 – September 12, 2023 June Irene DiBlasio, 91, passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2023 at home. June Irene DiBlasio June was born on Dec. 7, 1931, to Wallace and Ruth (née Sorensen) Scheller. She was a graduate of Washington Park High School. June was united in […]
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Carl Richard Holtz, 83, loved early morning coffee and frequent trips to Menards
Obituary for Carl Richard Holtz October 27, 1939 – September 13, 2023 Carl Richard Holtz of Mount Pleasant passed away at home on Wednesday, Sept. 13. He was born on Oct. 27, 1939, to Clara and Carl Holtz. Carl and his four sisters – Alice, Gladys, Dorothy and Marion – grew up in Birnamwood. Carl […]
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Daniel Eugene Vander Leest, 48, was an accomplished carpenter, loving husband and family man
Obituary for Daniel Eugene Vander Leest January 27, 1975 – September 16, 2023 Daniel Eugene Vander Leest, 48, passed away unexpectedly as the result of a motorcycle accident on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023. Daniel Eugene Vander Leest Dan was born in Racine on Jan. 27, 1975. He attended Tremper and Horlick High Schools. Dan was […]
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Dorothy A. Kortendick, 89, loved everything lavender and anything that sparkled
Obituary for Dorothy A. Kortendick July 18, 1934 – September 16, 2023 Dorothy A. Kortendick (née Hagner), passed away peacefully at Hospice Alliance on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023. Dorothy A. Kortendick Dorothy was born in Milwaukee on July 18, 1934, to Richard and Agnes (née Kubicek) Hagner. She graduated from St. Catherine High School and […]
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Rosa Castaneda, 77, loved time spent with family, sewing, volleyball and running
Obituary for Rosa Castaneda January 12, 1946 – September 17, 2023 Rosa Castaneda, 77, passed away at her residence, with her family by her side, on Sunday, Sept. 17, 2023. She was born in Dilley, Texas, on January 12, 1946, the daughter of the late Rudy and Juanita (née Mireles) Sanchez. Rosa Castaneda Rosa was […]
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Randall William Feest, 76, took great pride in woodworking and construction
Obituary for Randall William Feest July 31, 1947 – September 12, 2023 Randall William Feest, 76, passed away at home on Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2023. Randall William Feest Randy was born in Racine to Lloyd and Joyce (née McEachern) Feest on July 31, 1947. A 1965 graduate from Park High School, he went to faithfully […]
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Rosemary Springsteen, 75, will be remembered lovingly by her husband, three sons
Obituary for Rosemary Springsteen March 10, 1948 – September 14, 2023 Rosemary Springsteen, 75, passed away on Thursday, Sept. 14, 2023, surrounded by family. Rosemary was born in Racine on March 10, 1948, the daughter of Dr. Russel J. Stommel and Marylu Stommel. Rosemary Springsteen Rosemary was a graduate of St. Catherine’s High School, “Class […]
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Betty A. Pearson, 95, was young at heart, completed meals with a serving of potatoes
Obituary for Betty A. Pearson April 10, 1928 – September 17, 2023 Betty A. Pearson, 95, passed away on Sunday, Sept. 17, 2023, at Ascension All Saints. Betty A. Pearson Betty was born in Racine on April 10, 1928, to the late Arthur and Evelyn (née Baker) Pinnow. On Feb. 16, 1957, Betty was married […]
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Byron D. Beadles, 56, enjoyed music, family gatherings, spending time with grandchildren
Obituary for Byron D. Beadles October 13, 1966 – September 1, 2023 Byron D. Beadles, 56, of Racine, passed away on Sept. 1, 2023. Byron was born in Austin, Texas, on Oct. 13, 1966, a son of Will E. and LeLar M. (née Jackson) Beadles Jr. Byron D. Beadles A graduate of William Horlick High […]
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Ethel M. Spieker, 94, was a loving Den Mother, Band Mom, member of Kenosha Moose Lodge
Obituary for Ethel M. Spieker November 19, 1928 – September 15, 2023 Ethel M. Spieker, 94, passed away on Friday, Sept. 15, 2023, at Aurora Hospital surrounded by her loving family. Ethel M. Spieker She was born in Kenosha on Nov. 19, 1928, to the late Albert and Florence (née Burr) Kroening. Ethel attended Hillcrest […]
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Robert W. Hansen, 99, will be remembered for quick wit, love of sweets and sports
Obituary for Robert W. Hansen March 6, 1924 – September 12, 2023 With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Robert W. Hansen in Racine on Sept. 12, 2023, at the age of 99. He left this earthly world peacefully in the comfort of his home alongside family. Robert W. Hansen He was born in […]
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Amanda Lynn Andersen, 42, loved taking care of people, worked hard to “give her family the best”
Obituary for Amanda Lynn Andersen May 15, 1981 – September 15, 2023 Amanda Lynn Andersen, 42, passed away at her residence on Friday, Sept. 15, 2023. Amanda Lynn Andersen Amanda was born to the late Dale and Donna (née Street) Andersen on May 15, 1981, in Racine. Amanda loved nothing more than taking care of […]
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Edward Paul Shamshoian, 68, loved connecting with people, was fulfilled by the simple things in life
Obituary for Edward Paul Shamshoian August 8, 1955 – September 12, 2023 Edward Paul Shamshoian, 68, passed away at home on Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2023. Edward Paul Shamshoian Ed was born in Racine on Aug. 8, 1955, to the late Edward and Varteni Rose (née Kashian) Shamshoian. He was a grandson of the late Arakel […]
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Toby Ferchau, 58, will be missed by many nieces, nephews, other family and friends
Obituary for Toby Ferchau February 1, 1965 – September 10, 2023 Toby Ferchau, 58, of Kenosha, passed away on Sunday, Sept. 10, 2023. Toby Ferchau Born in Kenosha on Feb. 1, 1965, he was a son of the late Gerhard and Anna (née Kratzmeier) Ferchau. Toby attended Kenosha schools and was a 1983 graduate of […]