Obituary for Albert Chambliss, Jr., “Michael” March 29, 1959 – March 27, 2024 Albert Chambliss, Jr., “Michael,” 64, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at his home in Racine. He was born in Meridian, Miss., on March 29, 1959, to the late Albert and Dorothy (née Ruffin) Chambliss. Albert Chambliss, Jr., “Michael” Mike […]
Category: Obituaries
Mary Jo Becker, 91, was an accomplished knitter and seamstress
Obituary for Mary Jo Becker September 10, 1932 – March 22, 2024 Mary Jo Becker, 91, passed away Friday, March 22, 2024, at St. Monica’s Memory Care. She was born in Racine, Sept. 10, 1932, the daughter of the late Edmund and Severine (née Lochowitz) Beetcher. Mary Jo Becker Mary Jo attended Holy Name School, […]
Nancy L. Catrine, 84, loved the Green Bay Packers, throwing 4th of July birthday parties
Obituary for Nancy L. Catrine July 4, 1939 – March 27, 2024 With her family by her side, Nancy L. Catrine, 84, passed away Wednesday, March 27, 2024. Nancy was born in Sheboygan, Wis., on the 4th of July, 1939, the daughter of the late Henry and Elda (née Stange) Ostwald and moved to Racine […]
In loving memory: Obituaries for March 31 – April 6, 2024
Obituaries received between March 31 – April 6, 2024, for Racine and Kenosha County area residents: Our deepest condolences to the families and friends of those who were lost. May you all find peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Duane David McClure, 62, enjoyed watching his nephew play football
Obituary for Duane David McClure August 9, 1961 – January 28, 2024 Duane David McClure, 62, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, Jan. 28, 2024. Duane David McClure Duane was born to Grant and Arlene (née Piper) McClure on Aug. 9, 1961, in Racine. He served his country in the United States Navy. Duane has worked […]
Marie Antoinette Oliver, 82, was the first Black woman to own a real estate company in Racine
Obituary for Marie Antoinette Oliver August 13, 1941 – April 1, 2024 Marie Antoinette Oliver, 82, gained her wings Monday, April 1, 2024, surrounded by her dedicated family at home. She was born in Birmingham, Ala., on Aug. 13, 1941, to Selmar and Mary (née Henley) Offord. Marie Antoinette Oliver Marie accepted Christ at an […]
Glen M. Meldgaard, 87, was ‘extremely proud’ of his Danish heritage, loved collecting stamps
Obituary for Glen M. Meldgaard July 2, 1936 – April 2, 2024 Glen M. Meldgaard, 87, passed away at the Aurora Medical Center-Mount Pleasant on Tuesday, April 2, 2024. He was born in Racine on July 2, 1936, the son of the late Axel and Eleanor (née Sondergaard) Meldgaard. Glen M. Meldgaard Glen was a […]
Lynne J. Martinson, 66, cherished time spent with family and pets
Obituary for Lynne J. Martinson March 20, 1957 – March 18, 2024 Lynne J. Martinson, 66, of Ft. Meyers, Fla., went to be with Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ at Aurora Lakeland Hospital in Elkhorn on Monday, March 18, 2024. She was the second of five daughters born to Robert Martinson and Kay Holt-Martinson […]
Joseph Nicholas Buttera, 80, loved raising and training beagles
Obituary for Joseph Nicholas Buttera October 19, 1943 – April 4, 2024 Joseph Nicholas Buttera, 80, passed away Thursday, April 4, 2024. Joseph was born in Kenosha on Oct. 19, 1943, the son of the late Nicholas and Stella (née Krosky) Buttera. Joseph Nicholas Buttera Joe was employed with J. I. Case for over 30 […]
Marvin Allen Morgenson, 90, served aboard the USS Tidewater with the Navy
Obituary for Marvin Allen Morgenson July 15, 1933 – March 22, 2024 Marvin Allen Morgenson, 90, passed away March 22, 2024. Born in Franksville, Wis., on July 15, 1933, he was the son of Thomas. I. Morgenson and Ethyl M. (née Cody) Morgenson. Marvin Allen Morgenson Moving to Racine, he graduated from Washington Park High […]
Donna May Hansen, 91, was a member of Friends of the Lighthouse and Racine Zoological Society
Obituary for Donna May Hansen June 15, 1932 – February 11, 2024 Donna May Hansen, 91, passed away peacefully at her residence, Sunday, Feb. 11, 2024. She was born in Racine, June 15, 1932, the daughter of the late Karl and Ida (née Acklam) Hering. Donna May Hansen She graduated from Park High School, “Class […]
Sharon Rae Davies, 83, loved to snowmobile, was a master gardener
Obituary for Sharon Rae Davies August 4, 1940 – March 9, 2024 Sharon Rae Davies (née Schmidt), 83, passed away on March 9, 2024, at Wellington Parc of Owensboro in Owensboro, Ky. Sharon Rae Davies Sharon was born on Aug. 4, 1940, to Frederick and Shirley (née Cardy) Schmidt in Burlington, Wis. She married Barry […]
Jerome R. Siepler, 76, put others before himself, loved scary movies and reading
Obituary for Jerome R. Siepler December 29, 1947 – March 8, 2024 Jerome R. Siepler, 76, passed away at Ascension Healthcare Spring Street on Friday, March 8, 2024. Jerome R. Siepler Jerry was born in Racine on Dec. 29, 1947, to Richard and Alice (née Konrad) Siepler. He married Vickie Vrooman. Jerry was a fun […]
Harold John Johnson, 94, kept an ‘amazing’ tomato garden, had a unique sense of humor
Obituary for Harold John Johnson August 25, 1929 – March 26, 2024 Harold John Johnson, 94, passed away peacefully surrounded by family at Ascension – All Saints Hospital on Tuesday, March 26, 2024. Harold John Johnson Harold was born in Cornell, Wis., on Aug. 25, 1929, to the late John C. and Rose (née Bernard) […]
Carol Lynn Boehlke, 78, enjoyed painting, craft fairs, antiquing, interior design
Obituary for Carol Lynn Boehlke October 30, 1945 – April 2, 2024 With her family by her side, Carol Lynn Boehlke, 78, passed away peacefully at her residence on Tuesday morning, April 2, 2024. Carol was born in Racine on Oct. 30, 1945, the daughter of the late Omer and Rose (née Topalian) Witte. Carol […]